Flathead Lake is always buzzing with activity. Whether you were into paddling, partying, or pondering the mysteries of grizzly diets, there was something for everyone. Here’s a roundup of some standout events and happenings:
Flathead Lake Outdoor & Water-Based Fun
Poker Paddle for Clean Water (July , Polson): Participants paddled kayaks, SUPs, and canoes across scenic Flathead Lake, collecting playing cards to compete for prizes.
Montana Dragon Boat Festival (July , Polson Fairgrounds): Teams raced elaborately decorated dragon boats on the Flathead River, with categories for youth, cancer survivors, and corporate teams.
Flathead Waters Cleanup: Volunteers gathered to clean up waterbodies across the Flathead Watershed, helping preserve the lake’s pristine beauty.
Music & Festivals
Summer Soirée at Flathead Lake Forevers (August ): A lakeside concert featuring Benny Weag, a finalist from Montana’s Got Talent, with food and drinks in a stunning Big Arm setting.
Live Music at Home Ranch Bottoms & Northern Lights Saloon (May–August): These Polebridge venues hosted dozens of shows, with artists like Jeffrey Foucault, Margo Cilker, and local favorites like The Gray Goo and Surfbat.
Flathead Cherry Festival (July , downtown Polson): A celebration of the region’s famous cherries, with handcrafted goods, cherry-themed treats, and activities for all ages.
Fun and Interesting Learning Events
Science on Tap Series: Monthly talks at the FLBC Pubhouse covered topics like bumblebee-huckleberry ecology, microbial life in the lake, and even why grizzlies eat bugs.
Wildlife Lecture with Diane Boyd: Renowned biologist and author of A Woman Among Wolves shared insights from her decades of wolf recovery work.
Art and History
Flathead Lake Festival of Art (July, Sacajawea Park Polson): An outdoor showcase of original fine art and crafts in a shady lakeside setting.
Let’s Talk Art Series: Free lectures at Sandpiper Art Gallery featured local artists like Nancy Zadra.
Live History Days (July , Miracle of America Museum): Artisan demos, military vehicle displays, and hands-on history experiences.
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