It’s MARCH, and that means we have SO MUCH to look forward to in Billings! As the days get longer and the snow starts to melt, our city comes ALIVE with events that bring us together and remind us why we LOVE calling this place HOME. From SPRING celebrations to SUMMER nights filled with live music, here are the MUST-ATTEND events that make Billings truly SPECIAL.

SPRING: Kicking Off the Warmer Months with ENERGY!

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE & CELTIC FAIR – Downtown Billings turns GREEN every March with a lively parade, traditional Irish music, and FAMILY-FRIENDLY fun. This event is the PERFECT way to shake off winter and step into spring with a little LUCK and a LOT of COMMUNITY spirit!

YELLOWSTONE VALLEY FARMERS MARKET (Spring Kickoff) – Nothing says spring like fresh produce, handmade goods, and local vendors filling downtown Billings! This event marks the RETURN of the beloved farmers market, bringing COLOR, FLAVOR, and COMMUNITY back to the streets.

MSU BILLINGS WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL – Who doesn’t love a GOOD glass of wine paired with AMAZING food? This event brings together top chefs and wineries for a week of tastings, classes, and unforgettable FLAVORS.

SUMMER: LONG DAYS, LIVE MUSIC, and COMMUNITY VIBES!

ALIVE AFTER 5 – EVERY. SINGLE. THURSDAY. Downtown Billings is the place to be with LIVE MUSIC, food trucks, and that electric SUMMER ENERGY. Grab a drink, bring your friends, and DANCE the evening away!

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL – The OFFICIAL kick-off to summer! Arts, crafts, entertainment, and, of course, STRAWBERRIES in every form you can imagine. It’s a full-day celebration of LOCAL talent and flavors.

MONTANAFAIR – If you grew up in Montana, you KNOW this is the summer event of the year! RODEOS, concerts, carnival rides, and ALL the deep-fried food you can handle. It’s pure SUMMER MAGIC at MetraPark!

BIG SKY BALLOON RALLY – Picture this: a sky filled with COLORFUL hot air balloons floating over Billings. It’s PEACEFUL, it’s STUNNING, and it’s an event that makes summer in Montana feel EXTRA special.

Why These Events MatterThese aren’t just fun things to do—they’re what make BILLINGS a COMMUNITY. They bring us TOGETHER, create lasting MEMORIES, and make it IMPOSSIBLE not to LOVE where we live. If you’re thinking about moving to Billings or just want to make the MOST of the seasons, these events are your ticket to experiencing EVERYTHING this city has to offer.

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