You won’t find one city in Montana that doesn’t have some kind of Christmas celebration. Whether it’s the Christmas Stroll in Bozeman, Christmas at Billings’ Moss Mansion, or Missoula’s Little Red Truck European Christmas Vintage Market, you’ll find something to help you celebrate in style. But we also love it when our charming small towns get in on the action, hosting holiday events and spreading Christmas cheer. These are a few of our favorites.
- Bigfork
Bigfork Area Chamber of Commerce / Facebook Bigfork is known as Montana’s Christmas village. This storybook community sits on the northeast end of Flathead Lake. Every November, the Bigfork Elves decorate the village with lights and garland. A host of events and parades also happen between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.
- Hamilton
Daly Mansion / Facebook If you’ll be in Hamilton during the holiday season, stopping by the famous Daly Mansion is an absolute must. The annual Holly Jolly Craft Fair kicks things off in early November, but you can stop by and see all the twinkling lights and Christmas trees anytime.
- Whitefish
Explore Whitefish / Facebook Whitefish may be a tourist destination that attracts a lot of out-of-town guests, but locals happen to love it, too. The downtown area is always decked out in seasonal decor, spreading holiday cheer. The annual Christmas Stroll and tree lighting ceremony is also fantastic.
- Kalispell
Jenna Van / Google Kalispell’s Christmas revolves around the beautiful Conrad Mansion. The late Mrs. Conrad loved Christmas, and Christmas at the Conrad Mansion is a month-long affair that honors her favorite holiday.
- Philipsburg
Philipsburg, MT Official Chamber of Commerce / Facebook Philipsburg may be a popular summer destination, but you should see it during the holiday season. Their annual Yule Night takes place in early December, when Santa arrives at Gem Mountain and kicks off the annual parade. This picturesque place will make a Christmas fan out of anyone.
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Bigfork Area Chamber of Commerce / Facebook
Bigfork is known as Montana’s Christmas village. This storybook community sits on the northeast end of Flathead Lake. Every November, the Bigfork Elves decorate the village with lights and garland. A host of events and parades also happen between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.
Daly Mansion / Facebook
If you’ll be in Hamilton during the holiday season, stopping by the famous Daly Mansion is an absolute must. The annual Holly Jolly Craft Fair kicks things off in early November, but you can stop by and see all the twinkling lights and Christmas trees anytime.
Explore Whitefish / Facebook
Whitefish may be a tourist destination that attracts a lot of out-of-town guests, but locals happen to love it, too. The downtown area is always decked out in seasonal decor, spreading holiday cheer. The annual Christmas Stroll and tree lighting ceremony is also fantastic.
Jenna Van / Google
Kalispell’s Christmas revolves around the beautiful Conrad Mansion. The late Mrs. Conrad loved Christmas, and Christmas at the Conrad Mansion is a month-long affair that honors her favorite holiday.
Philipsburg, MT Official Chamber of Commerce / Facebook
Philipsburg may be a popular summer destination, but you should see it during the holiday season. Their annual Yule Night takes place in early December, when Santa arrives at Gem Mountain and kicks off the annual parade. This picturesque place will make a Christmas fan out of anyone.
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Address: Bigfork, MT 59911, USAAddress: Hamilton, MT 59840, USAAddress: Kalispell, MT 59901, USAAddress: Whitefish, MT 59937, USAAddress: Philipsburg, MT 59858, USA
