Last night, our dog Budsie crossed the rainbow bridge. While we never knew her exact age, she would have been 15 this November. She was such a special girl to us, and we miss her more than words can say.
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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, Magic City Jazz Jam @ Craft Local! (7 pm – 9 pm)
The house band will play a short set, and then the open jam will begin! This week, Sam Woodis on keyboard, Raphael Lopez on guitar/bass, and Sam Layton on drums will host the jam! 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, May 12th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT ENGINE ROOM PIZZA IN LIVINGSTON
From Garrett Stannard!
Funky Keyboard Trio 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, May 13th, 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 a featured musician, Tyler Honcoop on trumpet, 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, May 13th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 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, May 14th, 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, May 14th, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
THURSDAY NIGHT AT THE WAITING ROOM IN BILLINGS
From Elana Hayden!
Join The Hayden Trio for live music at The Waiting Room, Speakeasy! Feat. Elana Hayden on vocals, Jeff Troxel on guitar, and Mike Leslie on bass. Cool cocktails and great vibes. Enter through Doc Harper’s secret door…
The Waiting Room (Doc Harper’s Tavern)
116 North Broadway, Billings, MT
(406) 200-7177
Thursday, May 14th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT ZACC IN MISSOULA
The Haymaker – Loren Stillman on saxophone, Tommy Sciple on bass, and John Wicks on drums – plays at The ZACC on first and third Fridays in The ZACC basement space! “This room feels right—intimate, creative, and built for listening. We’re looking forward to settling in, stretching out, and letting the music evolve over time. Each night will be a little different. Same band, same spirit—new paths.
We’d love for you to come along for the ride and help us shape this next chapter.” ~ Loren Stillman.
Zootown Arts and Community Center (ZACC)
216 W. Main St. Missoula, MT
(406) 549-7555
Friday, May 15th, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT GUTE LAUNE IN BOZEMAN
Friday Night Jazz at gute Laune (upstairs at the Rialto)! Join Adam Greenberg Trio – Adam Greenberg on drums, Bob Bowman on bass, and Bob Nell on keyboard. Enjoy their sounds with good beer, good food, and good vibes!
gute Laune
10 West Main Street, Bozeman, MT
(406) 404-7911
Friday, May 15th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SUNDAY EVENING AT RED TRACTOR PIZZA IN BOZEMAN
Sunday Jazz Jam at Red Tractor Pizza! The usual cast of characters: David Charles on piano, Eddie T. on bass, and Alex Platt on drums. Bring your instrument (drums and keyboard provided), and vocalists, bring charts in your key … limit two songs per vocalist. Hope to see you there!
Red Tractor Pizza
1007 W Main St, Bozeman, MT
(406) 359-1999
Sunday, February 15th, 5:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT DRAUGHT WORKS IN MISSOULA
End your weekend on a high note with our Spring Sunday Night Jazz Series. Join us in the taproom from 6–8 PM for a rotating lineup of incredible musicians. This week, let the Johan Eriksson and Strange Meeting set the mood for your evening.
Draught Works Brewery
915 Toole Ave, Missoula, MT
(406) 541-1592
Sunday, May 17th, 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, May 17th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
SUNDAY NIGHT AT THE WALKERS GRILL IN BILLINGS
From Elana Hayden!
Join Elana Hayden and friends for a night of live music, great food, and good vibes at Walker’s Grill! Feat. Elana Hayden on vocals, Joe Sullivan on keys, Mike Leslie on bass, Lloyd Marsh on drums, and Gavin Russell on guitar.
*Reservations recommended.
Walkers Grill
2700 1st Ave N, Billings, MT
(406) 245-9291
Sunday, May 17th, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
UPCOMING JAZZ & MORE
SUN, MAY24TH AT BOZEMAN HOT SPRINGS
Live music while you soak! Featuring the Billings-based Cuban salsa group John Roberts y Pan Blanco!
Don’t miss their music – rhythm-rich, border-crossing sound that feels timeless, joyful, and very alive, with new music forged between Cuba, Los Angeles, and Montana.
Bozeman Hot Springs
81123 Gallatin Rd, Bozeman, MT
(406) 586-6492
Sunday, May 24th, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
FRI, MAY 29TH AT THE WINDMILL & BAR51 IN BILLINGS
From Elana Hayden!
Good eats, great vibes – and live music with The Hayden Quartet! Featuring Elana Hayden on vocals, Jeff Troxel on guitar, Mike Leslie on bass, and Eric Hagmann on piano/vocals.
The Windmill & Bar 51
3429 Transtech Way, Billings, MT
(406) 252-8100
Friday, May 29th, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
SAT, MAY 30TH AT THE CIKAN HOUSE IN BOZEMAN
From Elana Hayden!
Join us on Saturday, May 30th, for an intimate evening at CIKAN HOUSE with Elana Hayden.
Just one month after the airing of her episode on the Emmy® winning series, “11th and Grant with Eric Funk” on Montana PBS, vocalist Elana Hayden returns to the beautiful Cikan home for a private house concert in Bozeman. Elana Hayden on vocals, Mike Leslie on bass, Joe Sullivan on piano, Zach Paris on drums, and Jeff Troxel on guitar – aka The Sugar Daddies.
Reservations: elanahayden@gmail.com with your full name and how many tickets you’d like to reserve.
Suggested donation: $30 – cash only at the door / Venmo (@elanahayden) / Paypal (@haydini)
The Cikan House
31 Hitching Post, Bozeman, MT
Saturday, May 30th, 7:00 p.m. –
SAT, MAY 30TH AT YELLOWSTONE CELLARS & WINERY
Enjoy a night of instrumental jazz by some of the best musicians in town. No cover!
Yellowstone Cellars & Winery
1335 Holiday Cir, Billings, MT
(406) 281-8400
Friday, May 1st, 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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