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* Details of these concerts can be changed due to artists’/venues’ circumstances.
TUESDAY NIGHT AT CRAFT LOCAL IN BILLINGS
The MSUB Department of Music presents the MSUB Commercial Ensemble: French Quarter Frenzy Mardi Gras at Craft Local Tuesday, February 17 at 7:00 pm. The 2nd set will be Open Mic!
Entry by Donation. MSUB Students Free with ID.
Craft Local
2501 Montana Ave. Billings, MT
(406) 702-1458
Tuesday, February 17th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ENGINE ROOM PIZZA IN LIVINGSTON
From Garrett Stannard!
Cocktail Jazz at Engine Room Pizza in Livingston this Wednesday! Garrett Stannard on drums, Matt Ridgeway on piano, and Bridger Himmelspach on bass will be playing from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM!
Engine Room Deep Dish Pizza
113 W Park Street, Livingston, MT
(406) 595-8202
Wednesday, February 18th, 7:00 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, and featured musicians Raphael Lopez and Sam Woodis – 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, February 18th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
THURSDAY EVENING AT CARABINER LOUNGE AT THE SUMMIT HOTEL IN BIG SKY

Carabiner Lounge at the Summit Hotel has live music on Thursdays for the season, 4-6 PM. Alex Robilotta on guitar and Eddie T. on bass! Maybe this is not a place to just stop by, but if you know anyone staying or living nearby the hotel, please tell them to come and enjoy the music with the spectacular view of Lone Peak in the cozy hotel lobby.
Carabiner Lounge
60 Big Sky Resort Rd (Summit Hotel), Big Sky, MT
(406) 995-8078
Thursday, February 19th, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT MADHOUSE BAR & GRILL IN BILLINGS

From Joe Sullivan!
Playing at the MadHouse Bar & Grill on Thursday nights, 6 – 8 PM. Just me and my grand piano!
Madhouse Bar & Grill
926 Grand Ave, Billings, MT
(406) 534-4822
Thursday, February 19th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE OLD POST IN MISSOULA

Missoula’s most beloved pub, The Old Post, features live jazz every Thursday with 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, February 19th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT GUTE LAUNE IN BOZEMAN
Friday Night Jazz at gute Laune (upstairs at the Rialto)! Join GOODHOTFOOD – Alex Robilotta on guitar, Isaac Winemiller on bass, and Josh Poole on drums. Enjoy their sounds with good beer, good food, and good vibes!
gute Laune
10 West Main Street, Bozeman, MT
(406) 404-7911
Friday, February 20th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

SATURDAY AFTERNOON AT BOZEMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
The weekly Improvised Music at the Library, curated by guitarist Alex Robilotta on Saturdays from 2:00 – 4:00 PM, upstairs at the Bozeman Public Library. This week, jazz veteran duo Bob Nell on keyboard and Bob Bowman on bass will be making fantastic sounds. Please join them and enjoy their music!
Bozeman Public Library
626 E. Main Street. Bozeman, MT
(406) 582-2400
Saturday, February 21st, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

SUNDAY NIGHT AT DRAUGHT WORKS IN MISSOULA

From Draught Works!
Unwind and enjoy the sounds of jazz in our taproom every Sunday night from 6-8 PM this winter during our Winter Sunday Night Jazz Series! This week’s Jazz – Haymaker: Loren Stillman on saxophone, Tomy Sciple on bass, and John Wicks on drums will be playing to make your Sunday night special!
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, MT
(406) 541-1592
Sunday, February 22nd, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT EAGLES IN BOZEMAN

Sunday night big band fun! Please join the Bridger Mountain Big Band at the Bozeman Eagles Club!
The Bridger Mountain Big Band or small combo performs at The Eagles on every other Sunday. No cover charge, but there will be a tip jar, so be generous.
Bozeman Eagles Club & Ballroom
316 E Main St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 587-9996
Sunday, February 22nd, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
FRI, FEB 27TH AT HOLTER MUSEUM OF ART IN HELENA
From Holter Museum of Art!
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of jazz at the Holter as talented local high school jazz bands and ambiance choir take the stage alongside the Wilbur Rehmann Jazz Quintet. With the purchase of a ticket, you will enjoy live jazz performances, a curated “bite flight” of desserts from local bakeries, and coffee and hot cocoa to enjoy throughout the night. Guests can also take part in auctions featuring fun, exciting prizes. All proceeds from the evening directly support local student jazz programs. Tickets: $20 available at https://us.emma-live.com/JazzJustDesserts2026
Holter Museum of Art
12 E Lawrence St, Helena, MT
(406) 442-6400
Friday, February 27th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

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