The Holiday Stroll invites residents and visitors to enjoy an evening of holiday shopping, special treats, live entertainment, and seasonal decorations. Downtown businesses and eateries participate with sweets, discounts, and special dinner offerings. The evening concludes with a tree lighting ceremony and special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus at Depot Park.

January 24, 2026 - A winter outdoor brewfest featuring local and regional breweries, cideries, and food vendors. Attendees purchase a tasting ticket for unlimited samples or set pours, with music, fire pits, and warm food options creating a festive atmosphere. The event positions downtown Kalispell as a four-season destination, even in the coldest months.

February 13, 2026 - A self-guided "Sip & Stroll" through participating downtown locations. Guests purchase a ticket and receive a wristband, a commemorative Valentine's-themed tasting glass, and a map of stops offering wine, cider, beer, or non-alcoholic specialty drinks. Businesses may also offer small bites, in-store specials, or Valentine's photo ops.

April 2026 - Treasure Hunt “FIND THE CLUES. WIN THE PRIZE. DISCOVER DOWNTOWN." The Downtown Kalispell Treasure Hunt is a month-long, self-guided adventure designed to bring people downtown throughout April. Participants explore shops, restaurants, and landmarks while solving clues hidden in storefront windows, public spaces, and historic spots. The event runs the entire month to encourage repeat visits and sustained engagement - helping both locals and visitors discover somet

June 2026 - A self-guided mini music festival featuring local musicians stationed on corners along Main Street. Guests stroll from one performance to the next while exploring shops, eateries, and pop-up vendors. The festival also includes family-friendly activities.

September 26, 2026 - A fall-themed downtown market featuring local businesses, seasonal foods, a chili cook- off, hay bale seating, and live autumn music. Businesses can participate with sidewalk sales or set up tents at a central location along Main Street. Downtown restaurants contribute by offering special small plates to complement the harvest festival experience.

December 4, 2026 - The Holiday Stroll invites residents and visitors to enjoy an evening of holiday shopping, special treats, live entertainment, and seasonal decorations. Downtown businesses and eateries participate with sweets, discounts, and special dinner offerings. The evening concludes with a tree lighting ceremony and special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus at Depot Park.

Join us for the Kalispell Downtown Association's annual Frosty the Brew Fest on February 1, 2025, from 2 to 6 in the Valley Bank Parking Lot.

Join us for the Kalispell Downtown Association's annual Monster Ball on Oct 25, 2024, at the Eagles Club in downtown. Starts at 8pm!

July 11, 2024 - MUSIC LAB August 29, 2024 - K'NIPTION FIT 5-8 pm Northwest Montana History Museum

Kalispell Downtown Association would like to extend a special thank you to all who participated in The Chocolate Affair event on February 9th! Announcing the recipients of the People's Choice Award for Best Chocolate:   First Place Winner: Engle & Volkers 338 S. Main Street Kalispell, MT 59901 Phone: 406-300-1790 We extend our warmest congratulations to Engle & Volkers  for their outstanding achievement!   Runners-Up: MontaVino Winery 38 1st Avenue East, Suite D Kalispell, M

UPDATE** The Brewfest was a great success this year! Check out some of the fun moments in our gallery below! The 5th Annual Frosty the Brewfest, brought to you by the Kalispell Downtown Association and sponsored by Kalispell Auto Group is February 3rd in Downtown Kalispell from 2-6pm. Beer and Cider from 8 local breweries, Live DJ spinning vinyl records, food trucks, kids dash for $2000 in gear, fatbike races, and frosty the beard contest. The first 1000 entrants get a commem

Downtown is dressing up for our Holiday Stroll! You are invited to start your holiday season Downtown Kalispell shopping and discovering all that downtown has to offer. Our celebration will take place Friday, December 1, 2023 from 5 pm to 8 pm. Check out the window displays, utilize the QR code found on your informational walking card or event posters to vote for your favorite dressed storefront. Voting will end at midnight the night of the event. The People’s Choice award w

Kreepyspell Krawl is BACK! Join the Kalispell Downtown Association for the Valley's best adult costume party on Friday evening, October 27. WE ARE LOOKING FOR EVENT SPONSORS! PLEASE CONSIDER THIS AS AN OPPORTUNITY TO PARTNER WITH YOUR DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION FOR A FUN EVENING DOWNTOWN KALISPELL. See the sponsorship information below and don't hesitate to let us know if you have any questions. 6-8pm Kreepyspell Krawl: Put on your best Halloween costume and head down to one of

Welcome to the 2023 Parkline Run and Brewfest sponsored by First Interstate Bank and brought to you by the Kalispell Downtown Association. Enjoy a run along the Kalispell Parkline Trail and Flathead Valley Rails to Trails. We offer 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon distances for runners, joggers and walkers. This is a family event featuring an after party brewfest at Depot Park in Historic Downtown Kalispell where you can enjoy local beers, ciders, food and live music. DETAILS: Sept

The Downtown Art Challenge is a unique event that aims to celebrate local and regional artists while promoting our beautiful Montana landscapes. This year, we have invited 11 talented artists to participate in a paint-out in our downtown core, where they will depict captivating scenes of Montana landscapes en plein-air. Following the paint-out, the finished artworks will be displayed at the Good Luck Gallery in downtown Kalispell from August 19th to September 23rd. During th

As July 13 hits, the Kalispell Downtown Association is pleased to bring you our much loved Thursday!Fest for two events only! The second event will be held on August 31. Join us for this free event on Second Avenue East between 1st and 2nd Streets East in front of Northwest Montana History Museum from 5:00 - 8:00 with music starting at 5:00. We are excited to present the Marshall Catch Band on July 13! Food vendors will be on site together with a beer and wine garden. This is