Wow, I can’t believe it’s already July! What is your plan for July 4th? I’ll kick off the day with a refreshing early morning hike, whip up some delicious sourdough pancakes for Bob and me, and of course, Budsie will get a tiny treat too! Then, I plan to relax and enjoy the holiday to the fullest!
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* Details of these concerts can be changed due to artists/venues’ circumstances.
TUESDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
From Magic City Jazz Jam!
THIS TUESDAY, July 1st, Magic City Jazz Jam @ Craft Local! (7pm-9pm)
The House Band: Sam Woodis – Keys/Sax, Raphael Lopez – Bass/Guitar, Sam Layton – Drums, Tyler Honcoop – Trumpet.
The house band will play a short set and after that, the open jam will begin!!!)
FREE! Bring an instrument! Sign up to play a tune! Buy a drink! Tip the band & bar! Make some friends! Support OUR local community!!
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT
(406) 702-1458
Tuesday, July 1st, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ON BROADWAY IN HELENA
From Cottonwood Club!
Do you like jolly, jangly Django jazz? Do you like delicious delicacies and craft cocktails? If you answered yes, then join us for a fabulous evening!
On Broadway
106 E Broadway St, Helena, MT
(406) 443-1929
Wednesday, July 2nd, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT LEVITY IN BILLINGS
Every Wednesday, Levity features Jazz Jam starting at 7:00 p.m. It’s a Jam Session with local jazz musicians. This week the house band – Joe Sullivan on keyboard, Robin Martinez on bass, Lloyd Marsh on drums will be hosting the jam session! There are always familiar faces, but it’s open to anyone who can play. All you need is raw talent and your instrument!
Levity Bar and Bistro
1027 Shiloh Crossing Blvd Suite 8, Billings, MT
(406) 651-5985
Wednesday, July 2nd, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT SUITE TWO IN MISSOULA
From Loren Stillman!
Join us every other Wednesday at Suite Two in Missoula for an evening of dynamic, exploratory music. Our trio residency has been growing for nearly a year, and the connection deepens each time we play. Come experience something special — a modern musical phenomenon unfolding in real time.
Haymaker: Loren Stillman on saxophone/music, Tommy Sciple on bass, John Wicks on drums.
Suite Two
1001 S. 4th St. W. Missoula, MT
Wednesday, July 2nd, 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Door 7:00 p.m.
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THURSDAY EVENING AT RAINBOW BAR IN BILLINGS
Downtown Billings’ summer concert series Alive After 5 is back again! John Roberts y Pan Blanco will be playing this Thursday, July 3rd at Buffalo Block parking lot, next to Rainbow Bar! Rainbow Bar is celebrating their 90th Anniversary, so don’t miss this special event!
Admission for Alive After 5 remains free for the public, however, 21 and older individuals wishing to consume alcohol must purchase a $3 wristband. For more information, please visit Downtown Billings website.
Alive After Five – next to Thirsty Street Co.
2403 Montana Avenue, Billings, MT
Thursday, July 3rd, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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THURSDAY NIGHT AT SILVER STAR STEAK CO. IN HELEA
Let Silver Star Steak Co. and the Yardbird Quartet provide you and yours with the finest food, drinks, and atmosphere to bring on the joy! Don’t miss The Yardbird Quartet feat. Matt Austin on saxophone, Rob Kohler on guitar, Nicole Austin on bass, and Jeremy Slead on drums!
Silver Star Steak Company
833 Great Northern Blvd, Helena, MT
(406) 495-0677
Thursday, July 3rd, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE OLD POST IN MISSOULA
Missoula’s most beloved pub The Old Post have live jazz on every Thursday by Chuck Florence on tenor saxophone, David Horgan on guitar, and Beth Lo on bass. If you are around Missoula this Thursday, drop by The Old Post to enjoy the live music with American Bistro pub food and some drinks!
The Old Post
103 W Spruce St. Missoula, MT
(406) 540-4433
Thursday, July 3rd, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
SATURDAY NIGHT AT RATHSKELLER IN MONTANA CLUB IN HELENA
Please join The Yardbird Trio featuring Matt Austin on saxophone, Rob Kohler on bass, and Nicole Austin on bass in the newly renovated Rathskeller in the Montana Club this Saturday!
Rathskeller (Montana Club)
24 W 6th Ave Fl 2, Helena, MT
(406) 219-1387
Saturday, July 5th, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT DRAUGHT WORKS IN MISSOULA
From Draught Works!
Unwind and enjoy the sounds of jazz in our cozy taproom every Sunday night from 6-8 PM this summer during our Summer Sunday Night Jazz Series! This week’s Jazz – Johan Eriksson Band will play the music of Wayne Shorter – John Eriksson on saxophone, Sam Purvis on drums, Owen Ross on guitar, and Connor Racicot on bass!
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, MT
(406) 541-1592
Sunday, July 6th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT EAGLES IN BOZEMAN
Sunday night big band fun! Please join The WD40’s Big Band at Bozeman Eagles Club!
The WD40’s perform at The Eagles every other Sunday. No cover. Dancers are welcome!
Bozeman Eagles Club & Ballroom
316 E Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 587-9996
Sunday, July 6th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT BOZEMAN HOT SPRINGS IN BOZEMAN
One of the most energetic groups in the state, the Billings-based “John Roberts y Pan Blanco” is an original-sounding ensemble that specializes in making audiences move. Combining elements of multiple different genres, this six-piece group blends danceable funk, African and Salsa grooves with blistering instrumental solos, all aimed at sharing the love of the music with the audience. Featuring a wide array of different instruments, this show will perfect for grooving, dancing, and getting all kinds of funky, which will prove to be an amazing experience for everyone involved.
Bozeman Hot Springs
81123 Gallatin Rd, Bozeman, MT
(406) 586-6492
Sunday, July 6th, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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