As a new year takes shape, January in Missoula offers the perfect balance of reflection and adventure. It’s a month for setting intentions, savoring slower moments, and leaning into the magic of winter. From crisp days on the mountain to warm evenings spent at local trivia nights, live music venues, and neighborhood cafés, Missoula’s January calendar is full of ways to start 2026 feeling inspired and connected. Whether you’re chasing snow-dusted outdoor fun or seeking cozy indoor gatherings, this month invites you to embrace winter in all its forms. Explore what’s happening around town and discover how January can set the tone for a year full of memorable moments. Be sure to check out our events calendar for a complete look at what’s happening this month in Missoula.
8: Lady Griz Basketball Vs Idaho Vandals @ Adams Center Dahlberg Arena
10: Reflect. Renew. Restore 2026 @ Missoula Public Library
10: Lady Griz Basketball Vs Eastern Washington @ Adams Center Dahlberg Arena
15: Ken Ludwig’s Moon Over Buffalo - Premiere Night @ Missoula Children’s Theatre
16-17,22-24: Ken Ludwig’s Moon Over Buffalo @ Missoula Children’s Theatre
16-17: Flying Mules Hockey Festival @ Glacier Ice Rink
16: Sky Blue Shows @ Missoula Country Fairgrounds
17: Nate Bargatze @ Adams Center
19: Missoula’s Annual MLK Jr Day Community Celebration @ Missoula Holiday Inn Downtown
19: Lady Griz Basketball Vs Northern Arizona @ Adams Center Dahlberg Arena
22: Montana Grizzlies Men’s Basketball Vs Weber State @ Adams Center Dahlberg Arena
23: Griz Hockey Vs Providence - Chuck A Puck Game @ Glacier Ice Rink
23: Arc’teryx Backcountry Skiing Film Festival @ The Wilma
23-25: 13th Annual International Screendance Film Festival - Kinetoscope 13 @ West Side Theater
24: Montana Grizzlies Men’s Basketball Vs Idaho State @ Adams Center Dahlberg Arena
28: Tank and The Bangas with DJ Zeus @ Top Hat
29: 20th Anniversary of the Fly Fishing Film Tour @ The Wilma
29: Lady Griz Basketball Vs Portland State @ Adams Center Dahlberg Arena
30: Western Montana Grazing and Agriculture Conference @ Missoula Fairgrounds - Home Arts Building
31: How To Train Your Dragon Orchestra @ University of Montana Dennison Theater
31: Griz Hockey Vs Montana State - Season Finale Black Out Game @ Glacier Ice Rink
31: Lady Griz Basketball Vs Sacramento State @ Adams Center Dahlberg Arena
31: Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons @ Missoula Children’s Theater
Mondays: Karaoke Monday @ Union Club
Tuesdays: Bingo Night @ Cranky Sam, Trivia Night @ The Old Post
Wednesdays: Old Time Jam @ Western Cider, Kettlehouse Karaoke @ The Badlander, Trivia @ Stave & Hoop Speakeasy
Thursdays: Live Jazz Night @ The Old Post
Saturdays: Clark Fork Winter Market @ The Badlander, Missoula Valley Winter Market @ Southgate Mall
Sundays: Yoga & Cider @ Western Cider, Sunday Jazz @ Draught Works Brewery
