Category: Community

December 22: Big Sky Ladies Night

LADIES – get ready to celebrate the holiday season in style this Sunday from 4:00 – 7:00pm in Town Center & Meadow Village. Join us for an unforgettable evening of festive fun, exclusive deals, and community cheer! See flyer for more details including all of the businesses that are participating!

 

27th Annual Big Sky Christmas Stroll 2024

The 27th Annual Big Sky Christmas Stroll

DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CHRISTMAS STROLL GUIDE HERE

Thereโ€™s lots to celebrate in Big Sky this holiday season. The streets of the Big Sky will come alive December 13-15 for the 27th anniversary of the Christmas Stroll. Join us Friday at the Meadow Village Center and Saturday at Big Sky Town Center for a weekend of family friendly events, entertainment, and holiday cheer!

The Stroll is not the only thing we are celebrating. Ski season has just begun here in Big Sky. Take the weekend to get out and explore Big Sky’s vast winter trails system for downhill skiing and snowboarding, backcountry touring, nordic skiing, snowshoeing, fat-biking, and more. Come ski, stroll and stay with us this weekend with special offers from our lodging partners.

๐ŸŽ The Wilson Hotel
Call 406-995-9000 and ask for their “Local’s Rate” for the best deal on rooms downtown for the Stroll weekend.

๐ŸŽ Big Sky Resort
https://www.bigskyresort.com/promotions

๐ŸŽ Lone Mountain Ranch
https://lonemountainranch.com/packages/

STROLL GUIDE (updated 12/11*)

Friday, December 13th- Meadow Village Center

๐ŸŽ 5:20 PM Tree Lighting Ceremony outside Big Sky Owners Association offices

๐ŸŽ 5:30 – 8 PM Photos with Santa & Holiday Photo Booth Presented by American Bank

๐ŸŽ 5:30 – 7:30 PM Wagon Rides With Lone Mountain Ranch

๐ŸŽ 5:30 – 8 PM Scavenger Hunt: Day 1 Presented by Meadow Village Center- Prizes at participating businesses for kids who complete the adventure. Scavenger Hunt cards available at entrance to Big Sky Owners Association offices and participating businesses.

๐ŸŽ 5:30 – 6:30 PM Holiday Carols by Lone Peak A Capella led by John Zirkle strolling. Performing at Meadow Village Center.

๐ŸŽ 6:45 – 7:30 PM Christmas carol sing along at The Big Sky Chapel. After lifting up your voice with us, have a cup of hot chocolate and a cookie before heading back out on your winter walk. Scavenger hunt stop.

๐ŸŽ Big Sky Owners Association- Open House with food, beverage, s’mores, fire pit.

๐ŸŽ Blue Ribbon Builders- Step inside to warm up with one of their “Legendary Mint Tingles” and indulge in a delightful selection of delicious food.

๐ŸŽ Shelly Bermont Fine Jewelry- Join them for holiday goodies & cheer!

๐ŸŽ McNeal and Friends- Beverages and sweet treats will be offered the entire duration of the stroll. All Holiday will be 20% off! Scavenger hunt stop.

๐ŸŽ ERA Landmark Real Estate- Drawing for a sled, photo props for selfies, food and drinks. Scavenger hunt stop.

๐ŸŽ Peak Properties of Big Sky- Serving up hot drinks, selling jewelry from Sister Montana Jewelry and selling local school spirit wear made by Variable Conditions. Fire pit in front of the office.

๐ŸŽ Yellowtail Residences- Open house and holiday cocktails/mocktails.

๐ŸŽ Country Market- Visitor snacks and holiday raffle.

๐ŸŽ Michaelangelo’s Ristorante- Snacks and prosecco for strollers.

๐ŸŽ Reset Lounge- Stop in for their gift card special and enjoy some champaign.

๐ŸŽ Visit Big Sky Booth- Hot cocoa and holiday cheer!

๐ŸŽ The Great Rocky Mountain Toy Company- Sweet treats to all shoppers and they are a stop on the scavenger hunt put on by The Waypoint.

Saturday, December 14th- Big Sky Town Center

๐ŸŽ 3:30 – 5 PM Stroll Pre-Party at Beehive Basin Brewery. Holiday music, snacks courtesy of Roxy’s Market, patio bonfires and luminaries.

๐ŸŽ 3 – 8 PM Big Sky Winter Market Presented By Bozeman Health at The Wilson Hotel. Come warm up by the fire, grab a delicious holiday beverage, enjoy music by pianist Matthew Jennings, relax, and shop local artisans, crafters, cottage good makers, and other mountain made businesses.

๐ŸŽ 5 PM Saturday Stroll Tree Lighting Ceremony presented by Outlaw Partners at Fire Pit Park.

๐ŸŽ 5:10 PM Stroll Fireworks Display presented by Zaremba Potts Group & BSSEF (look to the Eastern skies).

๐ŸŽ 5:15 PM Pray For Snow Party with DJ Take A Chance presented by The Hungry Moose Market, Second Seasonย and The Rocks at Fire Pit Park. Gather around the bonfire to enjoy fun activities/holiday cheer, roast s’mores, and celebrate as we make our offerings to Santa and Ullr for a snow filled season to come!

๐ŸŽ 6 – 8 PM Wagon rides with Lone Mountain Ranch. Enjoy wagon rides around Town Center and stop by the various businesses and activities along the way. Pickup and drop-off at Giving Village in Town Center Plaza and Beehive Basin Brewery.๐ŸŽ 5:30 – 8 PM Santaโ€™s Holiday Lounge at BASE Presented by BASE & First Security Bank. Take your photos with Santa and enjoy a variety of fun holiday activities including skating on the Marty Pavelich Ice Rink and sledding at Len Hill Park (weather permitting*).

๐ŸŽ 5 – 8 PM Holiday Giving Village at Town Center Plaza. Enjoy some holiday cheer and fun from our village of community partners and nonprofits that work to make Big Sky great!

๐ŸŽ 5:30 – 6:30 PM Holiday Carols by Lone Peak A Capella directed by John Zirkle. Strolling and performing about Town Center.

๐ŸŽ 5:30 – 8 PM Scavenger Hunt Presented By Town Center- Prizes at participating businesses for kids who complete the adventure. Scavenger Hunt cards available at entrance to Visit Big Sky visitors center and participating businesses.

๐ŸŽ Deck The Sculptures- Stroll the many sculptures in Town Center decorated for the holidays. Presented by Arts Council of Big Sky.

๐ŸŽ Montana Supply- Enjoy their LEGENDARY Great Gift Giveaway and Vuori pop-up. $20K in prizes!

๐ŸŽย Big Sky Real Estate Co. & Lone Mountain Land- Enjoy live music, light bites and make a donation to The Giving Tree.

๐ŸŽ The Big Sky Waypoint- Live Music with Scratchin’ Gravel (Bluegrass) 8:30PM

๐ŸŽ Tips Up- Starlight Reunion (House & Techno DJs ) 9PM

๐ŸŽ Visit Big Sky- Come in for some holiday snacks, drinks, cheer and enter to win a custom gingerbread house!

๐ŸŽ Rhinestone Cowgirl- ย Snacks and a store wide discount of 15%. Scavenger hunt stop.

๐ŸŽ Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices- Hot chocolate and sweets for strollers. Scavenger hunt stop.

๐ŸŽ The Cave Spirits & Gifts- Refreshments and eggnog.

๐ŸŽ Courtney Collins Fine Art- ย Cookies and chocolates to share.

๐ŸŽ Arts Council of Big Sky- Open House at the Arts Council’s new building and future arts center (77 Lone Peak Drive – the former Choppers Restaurant). Stop by to see their plans to evolve the space building into an arts hub, make a festive button pin, enjoy a cookie or two, and share your vision of what the arts could be in Big Sky! Scavenger hunt stop.

๐ŸŽ ART Gallery of Big Sky/Ryan Turner Photography- Stop by to enjoy some holiday treats and enter their raffle.

๐ŸŽ Homestead Big Sky- Open house.

๐ŸŽ Big Sky Eyes- Refreshments and treats. Scavenger hunt stop.

๐ŸŽ Pure West Big Sky- Famous Christmas margaritas, locally made Christmas cookies, and kids crafts.

๐ŸŽ Big Sky Artistโ€™s Studio & Gallery- Pop-up specials, 10% off on all items and complimentary refreshments.

๐ŸŽ Outlaw Partners- Stop by to see the Outlaw Partners on the LMNT deck on Lone Peak Dr. for hot chocolate, hot cider, walking tacos, and festive kettle corn from Outlaw Realty. Shop the Hey Bear trailer there as well or their booth at the Wilson Hotel’s holiday market.

Sunday, December 15th

๐ŸŽ ย The Nutcracker at WMPAC- The Nutcracker is a cherished holiday tradition based on the classic tale The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E.T.A. Hoffman and set to Tchaikovskyโ€™s timeless score. Montana Ballet Companyโ€™s production of The Nutcracker is one of the regionโ€™s largest artistic collaborations, bringing together talented dancers, local and national choreographers, guest artists, live musicians, and expert designers. Audiences will be enchanted by the new choreography, theatrical elements, and the magic of this iconic ballet. Shows at 5 PM & 7 PM.

Tickets: https://warrenmillerpac.org/event/nutcracker-montana-ballet/

For all Stroll inquiries please contact erik@lovestreetmedia.com.

Your Guide to Town Center Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Deals!

TOWN CENTER BLACK FRIDAY & SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY DEALS!

Get ready to shop, save, and support your Big Sky Town Center community this Black Friday and Small Business Saturday! These local businesses are rolling out exclusive deals and special offers to help you find the perfect gifts while making a difference in our community. From unique handcrafted items to unbeatable discounts on your favorite products, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to shop LOCAL and save BIG!

  • BLUEBIRD โ€“ 15% off non-ski apparel items (sweaters, t-shirts & jeans)
  • THE CAVE SPIRITS & GIFTS โ€“ 10% off entire store
  • THE TROVE WEST โ€“ Free gift with any purchase over $25
  • HOMESTEAD โ€“ 10% off entire store
  • THE GREAT ROCKY MOUNTAIN TOY COMPANY – Black Friday โ€“ 20% off + 25% extra points. Small Business Saturday โ€“ 20% off + 25% extra points
  • RHINESTONE COWGIRL โ€“ Black Friday โ€“ 20% off storewide. Small Business Saturday โ€“ Balloon pop at checkout deal for discounts between 15-40% off your entire purchase
  • FAHERTY โ€“ $75 off any $350+ sale and we will have 50% off selected items in the store
  • COURTNEY COLLINS FINE ART โ€“ 25% off Spirit Tiles & David Yarrow original book
  • BIG SKY ARTISTSโ€™ COLLECTIVE โ€“ 10% off all artwork
  • CHRISTY SPORTS โ€“ 25% off full tunes for skis & snowboards, $25 off if you spend $250 or more per transaction, 10-20% off a few brands THIS WEEKEND ONLY
  • BELLE SHOPS โ€“ 15% off storewide at ALL Belle shops on Black Friday through Cyber Monday
  • MONTANA SUPPLY โ€“ 15% off storewide

November 15: Big Sky Discovery Academy Fall Jam at Tips Up

๐ŸŽ‰ Big Skyโ€™s Most Anticipated Event of the Year is BACK! ๐ŸŽ‰

Get ready, Big Sky! Weโ€™re pulling out all the stops for this yearโ€™s Fall Jamโ€”a night packed with unbeatable tunes, an electric atmosphere, and a chance to make a real impact. Whether youโ€™re here to dance, bid, or just soak in the vibes, this is the event you don’t want to miss.

๐ŸŽต Live Music by Luke and Dustin from Pinky and the Floyd ๐ŸŽต

Letโ€™s set the stage for an unforgettable evening! Luke and Dustin from Pinky and the Floyd will take you on a musical journey thatโ€™ll have you dancing from the first chord to the last note. Bring your friends, bring your rhythm, and prepare to jam!

๐ŸŽŸ Get Your Tickets NOW! ๐ŸŽŸ

  • General Admission: $100
    Includes: Admission, Dinner, and Two Drinks (Beer or Wine)
  • Table Reservation: $1250
    Includes: 6 Tickets, Individual Table, Dinner, and 24 Drink Tickets (12 beer/wine & 12 of your choice)

๐ŸŽ Silent & Live Auctions ๐ŸŽ

Bid on incredible experiences and exclusive items. From once-in-a-lifetime vacations to local adventures, there’s something for everyone! All proceeds go directly to supporting Big Sky Discovery Academy, helping us continue to provide top-notch education and resources to our students.


๐Ÿค Sponsor this Unforgettable Night! ๐Ÿค

Want to leave a lasting impact on your community? We have sponsorship opportunities available that will elevate your brand while supporting an incredible cause.

  • Band Sponsor: $1,500
  • Staff Event Sponsor: $3,000 (Covers the cost for staff and guests to attend)
  • Food & Beverage Sponsor: $5,000
  • Event Sponsor: $10,000

Join us in making this the most successful Fall Jam yet! Sponsor now and help shape the future of education in Big Sky.


This is more than just a night outโ€”itโ€™s a night to make a difference.

Grab your tickets, reserve your table, or become a sponsor today. Letโ€™s pack out Tips Up, raise essential funds, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Big Sky Discovery Academy Fall Jam 2024โ€”where music, community, and giving back come together for one epic night. See you there!

November 7-8: Gallatin Canyon Project Update – Lava Lake Bridge Work Delayed

Impact attenuator replacement at Lava Lake Bridge, initially scheduled to begin today, has been delayed due to unfavorable weather conditions. Crews plan to conduct the replacement activities on Thursday, November 7 and Friday, November 8, weather and other unforeseen factors permitting.

While this work is underway, drivers can expect single-lane closures, flaggers, and 15-minute delays between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will also be in place during working hours.

If you have questions, please email me atย Kristine@bigskypublicrelations.com. Our project hotline is also open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 406-207-4484. Visit the project webpage atย https://mdt.mt.gov/pubinvolve/gallatincanyon/. To subscribe to weekly text updates, text GALLATINCANYON to 41411.

 

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