Bozeman Halloween Events: October 30th - November 1st

Halloween weekend is finally here in the Gallatin Valley, and Bozeman is buzzing with festivities. Whether you are looking for spine-chilling ghost tours, high-energy live concerts, laid-back acoustic roots music, or fun community events for the whole family, here is your curated guide to spending the weekend of October 30 through November 1 around town.

1. Spooky & Thrilling

For those looking to embrace costume parties, eerie tales, and classic Halloween mystery:

• Pour and Gore: A Haunted Masquerade

  • When: Friday, Oct. 30 @ 6:00 PM

  • Where: Museum of the Rockies

  • An evening of intrigue and masquerade elegance featuring eerie stargazing, fortune telling, and festive cocktails.

• Monster Mash Bash

  • When: Friday, Oct. 30 @ 6:00 PM

  • Where: Armory Music Hall

  • Step into the Armory for live music, costume prizes, and a vibrant downtown party atmosphere.

• Rocky Horror Picture Show (Shadowcast / Performance)

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 31 @ 7:00 PM

  • Where: Last Best Comedy

  • Interactive, campy, and hilarious—experience the Halloween cult classic brought to life on stage.

• Haunted History Tours

  • When: Friday, Oct. 31 @ 7:15 PM & 8:15 PM

  • Where: Gallatin History Museum

  • Discover Bozeman’s darker historical past, true local legends, and ghost stories inside the former county jail.

2. High-Energy & Nightlife

Turn up the tempo with downtown crawls, electronic beats, and late-night DJ sets:

• The Fright Crawl: Bozeman Halloween Bar Crawl

  • When: Friday, Oct. 30 & Saturday, Oct. 31 @ 7:30 PM

  • Where: Downtown Bozeman

  • Join hundreds of costumed revelers touring downtown's favorite watering holes with drink specials and no covers.

• Desperate Electric

  • When: Friday, Oct. 30 @ 9:00 PM

  • Where: The Filling Station

  • High-octane synth-pop and soul to keep you dancing well into the night.

• SoDown with CHOOZEN

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 31 @ 7:00 PM

  • Where: The ELM

  • Bass music infused with live saxophone melodies at Bozeman's premier live venue.

• Halloween DJ Party

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 31 @ 9:00 PM

  • Where: Grey Dog Bar

  • Costumes, beats, and late-night holiday celebrations in the heart of town.

3. Laid-Back Acoustic & Roots

If your ideal night out leans toward intimate venues, smooth jazz, or authentic Americana:

• Ryan Little Style Live

  • When: Friday, Oct. 30 @ 5:00 PM

  • Where: Field & Stream Lodge Bozeman

  • Relax after work with warm fireside vibes and smooth acoustic songs.

• One O’Clock Jazz Concert

  • When: Friday, Oct. 30 @ 7:30 PM

  • Where: MSU Reynolds Recital Hall

  • World-class musicianship from Montana State University’s flagship jazz ensemble.

• Vincent Neil Emerson with Dan Lindbloom

  • When: Friday, Oct. 30 @ 8:00 PM

  • Where: The Westerner

  • Raw, heartfelt Texas-style storytelling and folk-country songwriting.

• Country Dancing with Western Roots

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 31 @ 8:00 PM

  • Where: Bourbon

  • Put on your boots for line dancing, two-stepping, and Southern-inspired bites.

4. Family-Friendly & Wholesome

Fun, daytime community traditions for all ages:

• Downtown Trick-or-Treating

  • When: Friday, Oct. 30 @ 4:00 PM

  • Where: Downtown Bozeman (Main Street)

  • An annual local favorite—Main Street closes to traffic so costumed kids can collect treats from local storefronts.

• Bozeman Winter Farmers Market

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 31 @ 9:00 AM

  • Where: Gallatin County Fairgrounds

  • Stock up on seasonal root veggies, artisanal sourdough, local meats, and handmade gifts.

• Cal Poly vs. Montana State Bobcats Football

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 31 @ 1:00 PM

  • Where: Bobcat Stadium

  • Bundle up in Blue and Gold to tailgate and cheer on the Bobcats at home!

• Houseplants 101

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 31 @ 1:00 PM

  • Where: Phoenix Garden Center

  • Learn how to keep your indoor greenery happy and thriving through Montana’s colder winter months.

• Shrek the Musical

  • When: Friday, Oct. 30 & Saturday, Oct. 31 @ 7:30 PM

  • Where: Shane Lalani Center for the Arts (Livingston)

  • Take a scenic trip over the pass for a magical, laugh-out-loud theatrical show suitable for the whole family.

No matter what kind of weekend you have planned, stay safe, bundle up, and enjoy everything the Gallatin Valley has to offer!