by ontana is gearing up for vibrant Fourth of July celebrations with fireworks, parades, live music, and family-friendly activities happening in cities and towns across the state. Here’s a look at some of the biggest and most popular Independence Day events happening this year:
Missoula
- Zootown Festival
- When: July 3-4, 2025
- Where: Missoula County Fairgrounds
- Cost: Ticketed event
- Details: Two-day music festival with artists from multiple genres, food vendors, beer gardens, outdoor activities, and camping options
- Missoula PaddleHeads Fourth of July Celebration
- When: July 3-4, 2025, fireworks after the 7:05 PM baseball game
- Where: Ogren Park at Allegiance Field
- Cost: Game tickets required
- Details: Post-game fireworks shows, food vendors, craft beer, and family-friendly activities
Whitefish
- Whitefish 4th of July Festivities & Fireworks
- When: July 4, 2025, activities start early evening, fireworks around 10:00 PM
- Where: Whitefish City Beach
- Cost: Free
- Details: Fireworks over Whitefish Lake, food vendors, live music, family activities, free shuttle service available
Big Sky
- Music in the Mountains: Tiny Band
- When: July 3-4, 2025, concert from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
- Where: Len Hill Park, Big Sky Town Center
- Cost: Free
- Details: Outdoor concert with mountain views, food and beverage vendors, family-friendly atmosphere
Laurel
- Laurel 4th of July Celebration
- When: July 4, 2025, festivities from 5:00 PM, fireworks at dusk
- Where: Thomson Park
- Cost: Free
- Details: One of Montana’s largest fireworks displays, live music, food vendors, family activities
Bozeman
- Bozeman 4th of July Celebration
- When: July 4, 2025, parade at 10:00 AM, park festivities all day, fireworks around 10:00 PM
- Where: Downtown Bozeman and Bogert Park
- Cost: Free
- Details: Patriotic parade, live music, food vendors, crafts, and family-friendly entertainment
Billings
- Billings 4th of July Festival
- When: July 4, 2025, activities from 6:00 PM, fireworks at dusk
- Where: MetraPark
- Cost: Free
- Details: Carnival rides, live music, food vendors, craft beer gardens, large fireworks show
Mountain View
- 10th Annual 4th of July Community Celebration
- When: July 4, 2025, 3:00 to 9:00 PM
- Where: Mountain View Park
- Cost: Free
- Details: Parade for kids, sidewalk art competition, sports contests, horseshoe tournament, family activities
Kalispell
- Kalispell 4th of July Festival
- When: July 4, 2025, 5:00 to 10:30 PM
- Where: Depot Park
- Cost: Free
- Details: Live music, food vendors, kids’ activities, crafts, fireworks over the Flathead Valley
Butte
- Butte 4th of July Celebration
- When: July 4, 2025, parade at 11:00 AM, festivities 6:00 to 10:00 PM
- Where: Uptown Butte and Stodden Park
- Cost: Free
- Details: Patriotic parade, live music, traditional food, fireworks over the Continental Divide
Viewing and Travel Tips
- Fireworks typically begin around 10:00 PM due to Montana’s long summer daylight
- Arrive early for popular events like Whitefish lakeside fireworks to secure prime seating
- Be prepared for quick weather changes in mountain towns with warm layers and rain gear
- Parking is limited at popular venues; use shuttles where available
- Most events prohibit personal fireworks, alcohol, glass containers, and pets during fireworks shows
Montana’s Fourth of July celebrations combine community spirit, stunning scenery, and plenty of entertainment for all ages.
