Whitefish Area Events near Bar W Guest Ranch Montana

Cowgirl Up at the Bar W Guest Ranch
October 7-13, 2012
Retreat to the beautiful Bar W Guest Ranch on Spencer Lake in Northwest Montana for a 6 night/5 day get-a-way. The Bar W is offering an all inclusive package for women to “Cowgirl Up” with their best friends, sisters, daughters, or just come alone and enjoy the camaraderie as the "girls" take over the ranch. This special package combines nature’s simplicity with western informality and provides you with a true Montana retreat to refuel your spirit and delight your body.

Photography Week at the Bar W Guest Ranch
October 14-20, 2012
What do you get when you combine the splendor of Montana scenery, with majestic horses, authentic cowboys, and wildlife? The answer is a photographer's dream vacation. The Bar W is offering an all inclusive package designed to be centered on photography. We are teaming up with the Triple D Game Farm to provide the perfect setting for a week of unparalleled photo opportunities. Montana's diverse terrain and wide variety of wildlife will certainly fill your photo album, but it's more than taking pictures. This is a total package with three meals a day, lodging, horseback riding, skeet shooting, fishing, and all photo shoots included. After a full day of riding, fishing and photography, relax with our informal cocktail hour in the lodge by the fire. Or, if you prefer, loosen up those sore muscles in our hot tub before a homemade dinner you will not soon forget. So grab your camera and prepare to be awed

Halloween- Whitefish Style
October 31, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. on Central Avenue
Its Halloween boys & ghouls! Iconic radio voice Paul Harvey once proclaimed Whitefish to be one of the best places to be in America at Halloween. A massive adult Halloween party on Central Avenue, complete with a costume party and judges strategically positioned in each of the downtown bars, presents some pretty interesting sightings. Cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place in 3 categories including: Individual, Couple, and Group will be awarded at midnight. One thing we know for sure is that Whitefish loves to have a good time.

Christmas Stroll in Whitefish
December 7, 2012 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Wrap up in your best holiday attire and spirit and get ready to stroll. Visit the stores, ride a horse-drawn wagon, try a roasted chestnut, enjoy enchanting Christmas sounds, and treat yourself to the delicious food and beautiful crafts the street vendors have to offer. Join in on the second annual caroling competition and merry-go-round parade.

Snow Shoeing Through Glacier National Park- Glacier Park
January – March, 2013
Two-hour guided snowshoe walks suitable for visitors of all ages and abilities. Snowshoe programs are offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. from January to March (weather and snow dependent). Participants should meet at the Apgar Visitor Center, where the walks begin and conclude. Snowshoes can be rented for $2 per pair for the walks at the Apgar Visitor Center. Participants should wear winter footwear, dress in layers for a variety of winter conditions, and bring water. For more information, or to confirm a day's outings when there is severe weather or possible insufficient snow, please call the Apgar Visitor Center (open Saturdays and Sundays only from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) at (406) 888-7939. Visitors are reminded that although the snowshoe programs are free, valid park entry is required.
During winter months, entrance costs $15 for a seven-day single vehicle entry. Annual Glacier park passes are also available for $35

Brash Rodeo Winter Series-Majestic Valley Arena – Kalispell
January 11-12 & 25-26, 2013: doors open at 6:00 pm, event starts at 7:00 pm
Come watch the exciting rodeo series that will keep you on the edge of our seat. Events to include Bareback Riding, Saddle Broncs, Novice Bull Riding, Bull Riding, Calf Roping, Steer Wrestling, Ladies Barrel Racing, Ladies Breakaway, Team Roping, Jr. Barrel Racing, Jr. Breakaway Roping …. Featuring Brash rodeo stock and Pistol Creek Rodeo Bulls. Full concessions will be available.
Adults $10 / Kids (6-12) $5 / under 5 Free

Biloxi Blues @ Whitefish Theatre Company
January 23, 2013 @ 7:30 p.m.
Neil Simon's Tony-award-winning, coming-of-age comedy about a young man from Brooklyn who spends 10 weeks of Army boot camp in Biloxi, Mississippi in 1943; the wartime sequel to "Brighton Beach Memoirs." Eugene leaves Brooklyn for the first time and must contend not only with a sergeant, who in no way resembles what he's anticipated from James Stewart movies, but hick bunkmates with low I.Q.s, and goyishe mess-hall foods with exotic names like creamed chipped beef. Eugene deals with this alien land by delivering line after line that hit their comedic marks.

World Ski Joring Championships - Whitefish
January 25-27, 2013
The event involves horses and riders pulling a skier who navigates a course with a series of jumps and gates. Come watch the competition Saturday January 26th at the Whitefish Airport 12:00 to 4:00 pm. Sunday, January 27th at the Whitefish Airport 12:00 to 4:00 pm. Food & beverages are available at the event. Awards will be handed out on Sunday January 27th after the competition and Craggy Range Bar in downtown Whitefish.

Whitefish Winter Carnival LIV (Annual) - Whitefish
February 1-3, 2013 Whitefish Winter Carnival Schedule
Whitefish Winter Carnival: The Grand parade and Kiddie Carnival will be Saturday. Come join us and be a part of the fascinating mythology of Whitefish for the 53rd year!!!

Brash Rodeo Winter Series-Majestic Valley Arena – Kalispell
February 8-9, 22-23, 2013
Come watch the exciting rodeo series that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Events include Bareback Riding, Saddle Broncs, Novice Bull Riding, Bull Riding, Calf Roping, Steer Wrestling, Ladies Barrel Racing, Ladies Breakaway, Team Roping, Jr. Barrel Racing, Jr. Breakaway Roping …. Featuring Brash rodeo stock and Pistol Creek Rodeo Bulls. Full concessions will be available.
Doors open at 6:00 Event starts at 7:00. Adults $10 / Kids (6-12) $5 under 5 Free

Rocky Mountain Bullriders Challenge
February 15 & 16, 2013
Bull riding starts at 7:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Take the night off and come enjoy the Rocky Mountain Extreme Professional Bull riding event at the Majestic Valley Arena. The bull riding will feature some of the best talent in the Northwest. Stock will be provided by C'N Stars Bull Company and Berger Bucking Bulls, Arrow K Rodeo and Triplett Rodeo Bulls. Concessions are available, so take the night off from cooking and eat here.
Adults $15 and Kids 12 & under $8

Charlotte’s Web @ Whitefish Theatre Company
February 21-24, 2013 @ 7:30 p.m.
All of E.B. White's most enchanting characters are here: Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the gluttonous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; the Zuckerman family; the Arables; and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to Wilbur that "friendship truly is one of the most satisfying things in the world."

Brash Rodeo Winter Series-Majestic Valley Arena – Kalispell
March 1-2, 15-16, 29-30, 2013
Come watch the exciting rodeo series that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Events include Bareback Riding, Saddle Broncs, Novice Bull Riding, Bull Riding, Calf Roping, Steer Wrestling, Ladies Barrel Racing, Ladies Breakaway, Team Roping, Jr. Barrel Racing, Jr. Breakaway Roping …. Featuring Brash rodeo stock and Pistol Creek Rodeo Bulls. Full concessions will be available.
Doors open at 6:00 Event starts at 7:00. Adults $10 / Kids (6-12) $5 under 5 Free

Charlotte’s Web @ Whitefish Theatre Company
March 1-3, 2013 @ 7:30 p.m.
All of E.B. White's most enchanting characters are here: Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the gluttonous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; the Zuckerman family; the Arables; and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to Wilbur that "friendship truly is one of the most satisfying things in the world."

Special Olympics State Winter Games
March 3-5, 2013 visitmt.com
A highlight of the winter season, the Special Olympics Montana State Winter Games bring together more than 500 Special Olympics athletes and their coaches for three days of winter sports competition at The Whitefish Mountain Resort in Whitefish. Under the guidance of hundreds of volunteer coaches, athletes train on the slopes and trails near their home communities for a minimum of eight weeks prior to the event.

Nate Chute Hawaiian Classic
March 16-17, 2013 skiwhitefish.com
This is a snowboard competition held in memory of Nate Chute and has turned into one of the most prolific events in the Northwest. Nate was a well known snowboarder from Whitefish. Now, many of his friends come back to Whitefish from all over the west coast to participate in this event. A portion of the proceeds go to the Nate Chute Memorial Fund which provides help to local teens and adolescents during times of need. Cash prizes for Pro/Open categories, with a purse of $3,000.

Whitefish Pole, Pedal, Paddle Triathlon
March 23, 2013 skiwhitefish.com
This is an event that should become a staple Whitefish spring event. As we begin to look towards the changing seasons we are offering an event that caters to whatever your pleasure may be. This 3-leg multi sport relay race includes - a Boating section, a Biking section and a mountain section (which includes an uphill and downhill portion). Hence the name Pole, Peddle, Paddle

Whitefish Ski Golf Classic
April 2013 visitmt.com
For golf and ski enthusiasts, early April is usually the time of year in Whitefish that both worlds collide. In celebration of spring snow in the mountains and sunshine in the valley, Whitefish Mountain Resort and Northern Pines Golf Club host the Whitefish Ski Golf Classic. The event is also held in memory of Jon Bos who owned and operated the Hellroaring Saloon at Whitefish Mountain Resort.  

Race a 14-18 gate Giant Slalom course on Lower Hellroaring Run to Lower Ed's Run (night league course. Play 'scramble' for 9 holes at Big Mountain Club Course.)

2013 Texaco Country Showdown – Majestic Valley Arena - Kalispell
April 5 & 6, 2013, Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. with the event starting at 7:00 p.m.
Come and watch local Northwestern Montana talent compete at the Texaco Country Showdown. The Texaco Country Showdown is designed to find the most promising country music talent in America and to give these performers a chance to launch their professional music careers. The Texaco Country Showdown begins each spring with over 400 local talent contests sponsored by country music radio stations throughout the US. Winners advance to their respective State competitions held at leading fairs and expositions. Acts then compete for a $1,000 prize, the State Title and the opportunity to advance to one of five Regional Finals. Audiences from coast-to-coast come to cheer on the Regional Winners, as they compete for the Grand Prize of $100,000 and the National Title. A uniform judging system is used at all levels of competition to ensure fairness. Don't miss the fun!
Adults $12.00 each (General Admission) Kids/Seniors $8.00 (General Admission) VIP on floor $25.00 each or tables of 6 people $150.00 Prices are for each day. Kids (12 AND UNDER) will get in free on Friday night with a paying adult!!!!!

Pond Skim
April 6, 2013 skiwhitefish.com
The competition is open to all competitors’ 21-years and older. The pond skimming celebrates the wacky feeling of spring and the end of the ski season. Participants must have skis or snowboards appropriately worn (normally mounted) as they attempt to cross an 80+ foot pond. Costumes are recommended and will be judged in a category of its own. Skimming will be an individual competition based on longest skim. Participants will advance to the next round after a successful skim at various distances.

The Importance of Being Earnest @ Whitefish Theatre Company
April 11-14, 19-21, 2013 @ 7:30 p.m.
Written 117 years ago, by Oscar Wilde, the play takes us into the world of two young gentlemen living in 1890's England who have taken to bending the truth about an invented brother named Earnest in order to put some excitement into their lives. Things start to go awry when their deceptions are discovered - threatening to spoil their romantic pursuits. "Wilde captures the shallow foolishness of giddy lovers, snobs, social climbers; the over privileged, the overeducated, and the overindulgent." - NY Theatre.

Rendezvous Days - Eureka
April 25-28, 2013
The 34th Annual Rendezvous Days is an annual spring festival held in the Northwest Montana town of Eureka. The Rendezvous features fun and activities for the whole family to celebrate the end of winter and the coming of spring. Rendezvous Days will kick off on Friday Evening, April 26th with the Annual Kick off Dinner and Concert. More information to follow  

Saturday, April 27th is packed with events, arts, crafts, Black Powder contests, quilt show, flea market, car show, and one of the Largest Parades in the Pacific Northwest.  

Sunday, April 28th, the Rendezvous Days events continue.

Death by Chocolate Murder Mystery at the Conrad Mansion - Kalispell
To be announced… www.conradmansion.com
Talented actors and actresses perform the mystery throughout the mansion while guests act as detectives to find the killer, motive, and weapon. Important clues are placed throughout the mansion to help solve the mystery. There will be decadent flowing chocolate fountains accompanied with strawberries, delicious hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages. The Bad Larry’s will perform live music. A silent auction and raffle will feature exciting prizes donated by local businesses, and Six Shooters Vintage Photography will be available to take photos of guests during the event. As part of the Wild West theme, guests are invited to dress in western attire as they solve the mystery and enjoy delicious food and drinks. Prizes will be awarded for the best costume.

Adults Only at the Bar W Guest Ranch
May 12-18, 2013
The third week in May at the Bar W Guest Ranch is “Adults Only Week”! Come to beautiful Whitefish, Montana and spend 6 nights/5 days on Spencer Lake. Singles, couples and groups – anyone over 18, come join us and have a stress free week where you do not have to watch your language and off color jokes are encouraged!

Cowgirl Up at the Bar W Guest Ranch
May 19-25 & May 26-June 1, 2013
Retreat to the beautiful Bar W Guest Ranch on Spencer Lake in Northwest Montana for a 6 night/5 day get-a-way. The Bar W is offering an all inclusive package for women to “Cowgirl Up” with their best friends, sisters, daughters, or just come alone and enjoy the camaraderie as the "girls" take over the ranch. This special package combines nature’s simplicity with western informality and provides you with a true Montana retreat to refuel your spirit and delight your body.

Blue Moon Rodeo
June - September, 2013
Whether you're on vacation or live nearby, plan on attending one of the exciting rodeo events put on by the Blue Moon Rodeo, sponsored by the Bar W Guest Ranch and other local companies. Events to include Bareback Bronc, Breakaway Roping, Saddle Bronc, Breakaway Roping, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing and Bull Riding.
Come be a part of all the action! Tickets - FREE for guests of the Bar W!

Bar W Guest Ranch Cattle Drive
June 1-8, 2013
Beginning June 2ndyou’re invited to be part of a real special week. Riding, sorting, branding, and driving cattle. You’ll be moving back in time to an era when life was difficult but simple. No cell phones, faxes, e-mails, or palm pilots. Just horses, cattle, mountains, grass, your cowboy and cowgirl compadres and you!

Summit Solstice Triathlon/Duathlon
June 16, 2013 9:00 AM Foy’s Lake - Kalispell, Montana
The Triathlon around Foy’s Lake is a challenging, competitive event for beginners or the seasoned competitor. This event includes a ½ mile swim, 12.7 mile bike ride and a 3.1 mile run. The Duathlon consists of a 3.1 mile run, 12.7 mile bike and 3.1 mile run. Computer chip timing will be offered allowing for accurate times, accurate split times and results after you finish the race. Awards for the top three division winners will be presented after the last participant crosses the finish line. Food will be provided. Raffle prizes will be given out after race is completed. Awards will be presented to the top finishers after the last participant crosses the finish line. Triathlon/Duathlon registration deadline is June 12th. No refunds.

35th Annual Whitefish Lake Run
June 2013 visitmt.com
Held annually since 1977, the Whitefish Lake Run has been a major part of the Montana road running scene. The event offers a 5k (3.1 mile) and a 10k (6.2mile) running option to nearly 500 participants each year. 

4th of July Celebration - Whitefish
July 4, 2013 @ 7:00pm visitmt.com
Celebrate the holiday at beautiful Whitefish Lake City Beach. Water craft rentals are available during the day. Live music kicks off the evening with a bang, along with dancing, food, and family fun. A spectacular display of fireworks follows over the sparkling water of Whitefish.

The Glacier Challenge
July 2013 visitmt.com
Covering 50 miles of the most beautiful country in Northwest Montana, The Glacier Challenge will be a race to remember! Centered around the quaint town of Whitefish, the race encompasses six different legs. These legs include: a Canoe Leg, a Road Bike Leg, a Mountain Bike Leg, a Kayak Leg, a 5K run and a 10K run. Enter as a team, partner or an individual. There is a spot for everyone willing to take on the adventure!

The post-race party includes entertainment by a live band, food and beverages, an award ceremony and plenty to celebrate. Come join us even if you don't compete, cheer on our racers and participates in the fun.

  Riverside Park has a great playground that is a favorite for kids. There is gazebo for sitting and lots of grass and shade trees.

62nd Annual North American Indian Days
July 11-14, 2013 www.browningmontana.com/naid
North American Indian Days, an annual celebration and the largest and most impressive of Blackfeet tribal events, hosts Native Americans from every region of the United States and Canada. Featured events include traditional drumming and dancing contests, the crowning of Miss Blackfeet, a parade and fun run and more. Probably the best rodeo in the west you’ll ever see!

Festival Amadeus - Whitefish
July 21-27, 2013 www.gscmusic.org
The 2013 Festival Amadeus will open with an Open Air concert on the lawn of Depot Park in Whitefish on Sunday, July 22. No Admission Fee! There will be food vendors and beer and wine available for purchase. Festival will continue through the week with a sparkling lineup of guest musicians.

Heritage Days 2013
July 24-28, 2013 - Columbia Falls, MT  www.cfallsheritagedays.com
Heritage Days is a multi-day annual event in Columbia Falls. The entire emphasis of Heritage Days is to celebrate the region. Among the many activities, there is a road race, parade, and street dance.

The Event at Rebecca Farm
July 18-21, 2013 visitmt.com
Rebecca Farm will be hosting the Inaugural USEA Preliminary Three Day Event which will include an exciting World Class Equestrian Triathlon. Eventing is the triathlon of equestrian sports, incorporating Dressage, Cross Country Jumping and Show Jumping. Riders compete at all levels of competition from novice through the advanced and Olympic levels.

Huckleberry Days- Fun for the Whole Family
August 9-11, 2013 www.whitefishchamber.org
Art Festival with over 125 artists, 10 food vendors. Huckleberry Treats, great food, 1/2 block long jumper & fun. Please visit the Whitefish Chamber of Commerce website for a daily schedule of events.

Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo
August 14-18, 2013 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Fri. Parade 10:00 AM – NOON visitmt.com
Kalispell hosts this regional gathering which involves both Commercial and Individual exhibits, Royal West Amusements carnival, PRCA Rodeo action and fireworks, Pari-mutuel Horse Racing, a Livestock Show & Sale, Country Western and Classic-Rock music night show concert, exhibits, numerous Free Stage acts, Demolition Derby, Team Penning, and Draft Horse, Mule, Miniature Horse & Donkey Show and Pulls in the arena.

Taste of Whitefish - Fabulous Food with Wine & Beer Tasting
September TBD 2013 5:30 PM - 08:00 PM whitefishchamber.org
Join the celebration at Whitefish, Let Whitefish Embrace You. This event has become known as one of Montana’s premier taste!! The Taste of Whitefish features fine cuisine from more than twenty Whitefish restaurants, as well as beer from the Great Northern Brewing Co, a wine tasting and non-alcoholic beverages. Come join the fun and eat to your heart’s content!

Two Bear Marathon - Whitefish
September 2013 www.twobearmarathon.org
The Two Bear Marathon is limited to the first 300 Runners who enter (sorry, no walkers); runners must be 16 years of age or older, in good health, and well-trained. The Two Bear Marathon is a challenging course with a cut-off time of 6.5 hours (14:53 pace). This is a Point-to-Point course. The first 15 miles take you through the Stillwater State Forest on dirt roads and trails, passing Beaver Lake, Murray Lake, Woods Lake and Thornberg Lake. The remainder of the course is paved. Miles 15 through 24 follow the north and east shores of Whitefish Lake to City Beach. You’ll cruise the town of Whitefish for the remaining 1.5 miles, ending at The Wave.

Bar W Guest Ranch Cattle Drive
September 14-21, 2013
Beginning on September 14thyou’re invited to be part of a real special week. Riding, sorting, branding, and driving cattle. You’ll be moving back in time to an era when life was difficult but simple. No cell phones, faxes, e-mails, or palm pilots. Just horses, cattle, mountains, grass, your cowboy and cowgirl compadres and you!

Cowgirl Up at the Bar W Guest Ranch
September 22-28, 2013
Retreat to the beautiful Bar W Guest Ranch on Spencer Lake in Northwest Montana for a 6 night/5 day get-a-way. The Bar W is offering an all inclusive package for women to “Cowgirl Up” with their best friends, sisters, daughters, or just come alone and enjoy the camaraderie as the "girls" take over the ranch. This special package combines nature’s simplicity with western informality and provides you with a true Montana retreat to refuel your spirit and delight your body.

Adults Only at the Bar W Guest Ranch
September 29-October 5, 2013
The first week in October at the Bar W Guest Ranch is “Adults Only Week”! Come to beautiful Whitefish, Montana and spend 6 nights/5 days on Spencer Lake. Singles, couples and groups – anyone over 18, come join us and have a stress free week where you do not have to watch your language and off color jokes are encouraged!

Cowgirl Up at the Bar W Guest Ranch
October 6-12, 2013
Retreat to the beautiful Bar W Guest Ranch on Spencer Lake in Northwest Montana for a 6 night/5 day get-a-way. The Bar W is offering an all inclusive package for women to “Cowgirl Up” with their best friends, sisters, daughters or just come alone and enjoy the camaraderie as the "girls" take over the ranch. This special package combines nature’s simplicity with western informality and provides you with a true Montana retreat to refuel your spirit and delight your body.

Photography Week at the Bar W Guest Ranch
October 13-19, 2013
What do you get when you combine the splendor of Montana scenery, with majestic horses, authentic cowboys, and wildlife? The answer is a photographer’s dream vacation. The Bar W is offering an all inclusive package designed to be centered on photography. We are teaming up with the Triple D Game Farm to provide the perfect setting for a week of unparalleled photo opportunities. Montana's diverse terrain and wide variety of wildlife will certainly fill your photo album, but it’s more than taking pictures. After a full day of riding, fishing and photography, relax with our informal cocktail hour in the lodge by the fire. Or, if you prefer, loosen up those sore muscles in our hot tub before a homemade dinner you will not soon forget. So grab your camera and prepare to be awed.

Halloween - Whitefish Style
October 31, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. on Central Avenue
Its Halloween boys & ghouls! Iconic radio voice Paul Harvey once proclaimed Whitefish to be one of the best places to be in America on Halloween. A massive adult Halloween party on Central Avenue, complete with a costume party and judges strategically positioned in each of the downtown bars, presents some pretty interesting sightings. Cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place in 3 categories including: Individual, Couple, and Group will be awarded at midnight. One thing we know for sure is that Whitefish loves to have a good time.

Christmas Stroll in Whitefish
December 6, 2013 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Wrap up in your best holiday attire and spirit and get ready to stroll. Visit the stores, ride a horse-drawn wagon, try a roasted chestnut, enjoy enchanting Christmas sounds, and treat yourself to the delicious food and beautiful crafts the street vendors have to offer. Join in on the second annual caroling competition and merry-go-round parade.