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The Kalispell Business Improvement District allocated funds in March to plant 12 new trees on empty downtown plots, and the Parks and Recreation Department will plant honey locusts & Japanese tree lilacs in May to boost green spaces in the area.

Walker Hayes will headline the fair concert at the Flathead County Fairgrounds — opening the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo on Wed., Aug.

12. The performance will kick off a multi-day event featuring rides, exhibits, and family activities.

Nobel laureate Fred Ramsdell will speak at Flathead Valley Community College on May 9 at 6 p.m. about his 2025 Nobel Prize-winning research on immune system responses at a free event in the Wachholz College Center.

Adult women are invited to attend the Region 1 Beyond BOW program at Lone Pine State Park from Friday, May 29 through Saturday, May 30 and will participate in workshops on backpacking, fly fishing, archery, eco-exploration and wilderness readiness for ($45).

The Flathead National Forest received 1,088 comments on its draft Comprehensive River Management Plan for the three forks of the Flathead River to balance recreational use and fishery protection.

Stakeholders ranging from Trout Unlimited to the American Packrafting Association have called for changes, and a final plan is expected by this summer.

2026 Northwest Montana Spring Round-up

10 AM – 8 PM — Red Lion Hotel Kalispell — Check event page for cost — Enjoy inspiring speakers, workshops, food, and dancing.

The Market Beautiful

5-8 p.m. — Majestic Valley Arena — Ticket required — Explore over 80 vendors showcasing vintage and antique treasures with live music and special Mother’s Day activities.

Beyond the Bump Baby Fair

10 AM – 3 PM — Flathead County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Explore various resources and products for the next stage of parenthood at this informative baby fair.