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BASE: Winter 2025 Activities & Events Schedule

BASE/BSCO Winter Programs Activities

January:

  • BASEmint Youth Program:
    • Tuesday: Climbing 4:30-5:15 p.m.
    • Wed: Kickboxing 4:30-5:15 p.m.
    • Thurs: Movement Lab + Game on 4:15-5:15 p.m.
  • 1/3 Glide Big Sky Begins 1 p.m. (January 3-31)
  • 1/3 Curling League Season 1 continues through 1/17
  • Fridays in January 1 p.m.
    • 1/3/25 BSCO Trails- Meet at BASE
    • 1/10/25 Crail Trail- Meet at Crail Ranch
    • 1/17/25 Huffs Trek (Poop Shoot) – Meet at Huffs Trek Trailhead
    • 1/24/25 Golf Course with BSR- (*LMR pass required)
    • 1/31/25 Backcountry Date TBD
  • 1/5 Snowshoe Meet Up Group: Sundays, 12 p.m.
    • 1/5/25 Hummocks/Uplands
    • 1/12/24 Mountain to Meadow
    • 1/19/24 Mud Creek
    • 1/26/24 Yellow Mule
  • 1/6 Adult Futsal League Begins 1/6 – 2/24
  • 1/6 Gays on Blades, 8pm during open skate
  • 1/7 3v3 Hockey Continues 6-10pm
  • 1/8 GCWC Book Club 1:30-3 p.m.
  • 1/8-1/22 Adult Intro to Climbing Series Wednesdays 6-8 p.m. 1/8, 1/15, 1/22
  • 1/9 Winter Volleyball League Continues, (Ages 16+) 6-10 p.m.
  • 1/10 Date Night 6-9 p.m.
  • 1/11 Stingers Game, 5pm
  • 1/12 Potential 5v5 morning hockey games, 10am
  • 1/14 Mark Sullivan Author Presentation with Library 7-9 p.m.
  • 1/24-2/21 Curling season 2 begins

February:

  • 2/1 Marty Pavelich Invitational, 6pm
  • 2/2 Volleyball Tournament, 2pm
  • 2/3 Futsal League continues through 2/24
  • 2/3 Fitness Equipment Delivery this week
  • 2/3 Gays on Blades, 8pm during open skate
  • 2/4 3v3 Hockey League continues through 2/25
  • 2/6 Volleyball Winter Season #2 begins, 2/6 – 3/20
  • 2/7 Curling Season #2 continues through 2/21
  • 2/9 Potential 5v5 morning hockey games, 10am
  • 2/14 Date night
  • 2/22 & 2/28 Curling Tournament of Champions

March:

  • 3/3 Gays on blades, 8pm during open skate
  • 3/6 Volleyball Season #2 continues through 3/20
  • 3/7 Date Night
  • 3/16 & 3/20 Volleyball Season #2 Playoffs

April:

  • 4/18 Date night

For further information and details, visit Big Sky Community Organization HERE

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The Arts Council of Big Sky has a new home!

It’s official–the Arts Council has purchased the building at 77 Lone Peak Drive (formerly Choppers restaurant), with the goal on transforming the space into an arts center. The building acquisition was made possible by an extraordinary lead gift from Big Sky resident and long-time ACBS supporter Don Grasso. Grasso is a passionate philanthropist who believes in paying forward his good fortune by giving back to meaningful causes. “I made this donation to honor my sister-in-law Patty Rhea and her husband Bob, who have inspired me to recognize the power of the arts,” said Grasso. “I hope this gift is transformational for the Big Sky community and inspires others to give generously too.”

The Rheas are Big Sky residents that have made significant contributions to the community for more than twenty years. Patty Rhea is a former curator and past ACBS board member who has been a champion for public art in Big Sky for a decade, spearheading such efforts as the Deborah Butterfield horse sculpture “Winter” located in the Town Center Plaza, and the upcoming Brad Rude sculpture “To the Skyland” to be placed in the Community Park in 2025. Bob Rhea is current board chair of the Moonlight Community Foundation.

“This is an amazing opportunity to revitalize an empty space and bring some more vibrancy into the Town Center,” said Brian Hurlbut, ACBS Executive Director. “It has always been the organization’s dream to have our own building, and we are truly excited for what the future holds.”

We have big plans for the space, and have retained CCY Architects out of Basalt, Colorado, to help us achieve our vision. The attached rendering is just one example of what he hope to do!

 

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December 22: Big Sky Ladies Night

LADIES – get ready to celebrate the holiday season in style this Sunday from 4:00 – 7:00pm in Town Center & Meadow Village. Join us for an unforgettable evening of festive fun, exclusive deals, and community cheer! See flyer for more details including all of the businesses that are participating!

 

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27th Annual Big Sky Christmas Stroll 2024

The 27th Annual Big Sky Christmas Stroll

DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CHRISTMAS STROLL GUIDE HERE

There’s lots to celebrate in Big Sky this holiday season. The streets of the Big Sky will come alive December 13-15 for the 27th anniversary of the Christmas Stroll. Join us Friday at the Meadow Village Center and Saturday at Big Sky Town Center for a weekend of family friendly events, entertainment, and holiday cheer!

The Stroll is not the only thing we are celebrating. Ski season has just begun here in Big Sky. Take the weekend to get out and explore Big Sky’s vast winter trails system for downhill skiing and snowboarding, backcountry touring, nordic skiing, snowshoeing, fat-biking, and more. Come ski, stroll and stay with us this weekend with special offers from our lodging partners.

🎁 The Wilson Hotel
Call 406-995-9000 and ask for their “Local’s Rate” for the best deal on rooms downtown for the Stroll weekend.

🎁 Big Sky Resort
https://www.bigskyresort.com/promotions

🎁 Lone Mountain Ranch
https://lonemountainranch.com/packages/

STROLL GUIDE (updated 12/11*)

Friday, December 13th- Meadow Village Center

🎁 5:20 PM Tree Lighting Ceremony outside Big Sky Owners Association offices

🎁 5:30 – 8 PM Photos with Santa & Holiday Photo Booth Presented by American Bank

🎁 5:30 – 7:30 PM Wagon Rides With Lone Mountain Ranch

🎁 5:30 – 8 PM Scavenger Hunt: Day 1 Presented by Meadow Village Center- Prizes at participating businesses for kids who complete the adventure. Scavenger Hunt cards available at entrance to Big Sky Owners Association offices and participating businesses.

🎁 5:30 – 6:30 PM Holiday Carols by Lone Peak A Capella led by John Zirkle strolling. Performing at Meadow Village Center.

🎁 6:45 – 7:30 PM Christmas carol sing along at The Big Sky Chapel. After lifting up your voice with us, have a cup of hot chocolate and a cookie before heading back out on your winter walk. Scavenger hunt stop.

🎁 Big Sky Owners Association- Open House with food, beverage, s’mores, fire pit.

🎁 Blue Ribbon Builders- Step inside to warm up with one of their “Legendary Mint Tingles” and indulge in a delightful selection of delicious food.

🎁 Shelly Bermont Fine Jewelry- Join them for holiday goodies & cheer!

🎁 McNeal and Friends- Beverages and sweet treats will be offered the entire duration of the stroll. All Holiday will be 20% off! Scavenger hunt stop.

🎁 ERA Landmark Real Estate- Drawing for a sled, photo props for selfies, food and drinks. Scavenger hunt stop.

🎁 Peak Properties of Big Sky- Serving up hot drinks, selling jewelry from Sister Montana Jewelry and selling local school spirit wear made by Variable Conditions. Fire pit in front of the office.

🎁 Yellowtail Residences- Open house and holiday cocktails/mocktails.

🎁 Country Market- Visitor snacks and holiday raffle.

🎁 Michaelangelo’s Ristorante- Snacks and prosecco for strollers.

🎁 Reset Lounge- Stop in for their gift card special and enjoy some champaign.

🎁 Visit Big Sky Booth- Hot cocoa and holiday cheer!

🎁 The Great Rocky Mountain Toy Company- Sweet treats to all shoppers and they are a stop on the scavenger hunt put on by The Waypoint.

Saturday, December 14th- Big Sky Town Center

🎁 3:30 – 5 PM Stroll Pre-Party at Beehive Basin Brewery. Holiday music, snacks courtesy of Roxy’s Market, patio bonfires and luminaries.

🎁 3 – 8 PM Big Sky Winter Market Presented By Bozeman Health at The Wilson Hotel. Come warm up by the fire, grab a delicious holiday beverage, enjoy music by pianist Matthew Jennings, relax, and shop local artisans, crafters, cottage good makers, and other mountain made businesses.

🎁 5 PM Saturday Stroll Tree Lighting Ceremony presented by Outlaw Partners at Fire Pit Park.

🎁 5:10 PM Stroll Fireworks Display presented by Zaremba Potts Group & BSSEF (look to the Eastern skies).

🎁 5:15 PM Pray For Snow Party with DJ Take A Chance presented by The Hungry Moose Market, Second Season and The Rocks at Fire Pit Park. Gather around the bonfire to enjoy fun activities/holiday cheer, roast s’mores, and celebrate as we make our offerings to Santa and Ullr for a snow filled season to come!

🎁 6 – 8 PM Wagon rides with Lone Mountain Ranch. Enjoy wagon rides around Town Center and stop by the various businesses and activities along the way. Pickup and drop-off at Giving Village in Town Center Plaza and Beehive Basin Brewery.🎁 5:30 – 8 PM Santa’s Holiday Lounge at BASE Presented by BASE & First Security Bank. Take your photos with Santa and enjoy a variety of fun holiday activities including skating on the Marty Pavelich Ice Rink and sledding at Len Hill Park (weather permitting*).

🎁 5 – 8 PM Holiday Giving Village at Town Center Plaza. Enjoy some holiday cheer and fun from our village of community partners and nonprofits that work to make Big Sky great!

🎁 5:30 – 6:30 PM Holiday Carols by Lone Peak A Capella directed by John Zirkle. Strolling and performing about Town Center.

🎁 5:30 – 8 PM Scavenger Hunt Presented By Town Center- Prizes at participating businesses for kids who complete the adventure. Scavenger Hunt cards available at entrance to Visit Big Sky visitors center and participating businesses.

🎁 Deck The Sculptures- Stroll the many sculptures in Town Center decorated for the holidays. Presented by Arts Council of Big Sky.

🎁 Montana Supply- Enjoy their LEGENDARY Great Gift Giveaway and Vuori pop-up. $20K in prizes!

🎁 Big Sky Real Estate Co. & Lone Mountain Land- Enjoy live music, light bites and make a donation to The Giving Tree.

🎁 The Big Sky Waypoint- Live Music with Scratchin’ Gravel (Bluegrass) 8:30PM

🎁 Tips Up- Starlight Reunion (House & Techno DJs ) 9PM

🎁 Visit Big Sky- Come in for some holiday snacks, drinks, cheer and enter to win a custom gingerbread house!

🎁 Rhinestone Cowgirl-  Snacks and a store wide discount of 15%. Scavenger hunt stop.

🎁 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices- Hot chocolate and sweets for strollers. Scavenger hunt stop.

🎁 The Cave Spirits & Gifts- Refreshments and eggnog.

🎁 Courtney Collins Fine Art-  Cookies and chocolates to share.

🎁 Arts Council of Big Sky- Open House at the Arts Council’s new building and future arts center (77 Lone Peak Drive – the former Choppers Restaurant). Stop by to see their plans to evolve the space building into an arts hub, make a festive button pin, enjoy a cookie or two, and share your vision of what the arts could be in Big Sky! Scavenger hunt stop.

🎁 ART Gallery of Big Sky/Ryan Turner Photography- Stop by to enjoy some holiday treats and enter their raffle.

🎁 Homestead Big Sky- Open house.

🎁 Big Sky Eyes- Refreshments and treats. Scavenger hunt stop.

🎁 Pure West Big Sky- Famous Christmas margaritas, locally made Christmas cookies, and kids crafts.

🎁 Big Sky Artist’s Studio & Gallery- Pop-up specials, 10% off on all items and complimentary refreshments.

🎁 Outlaw Partners- Stop by to see the Outlaw Partners on the LMNT deck on Lone Peak Dr. for hot chocolate, hot cider, walking tacos, and festive kettle corn from Outlaw Realty. Shop the Hey Bear trailer there as well or their booth at the Wilson Hotel’s holiday market.

Sunday, December 15th

🎁  The Nutcracker at WMPAC- The Nutcracker is a cherished holiday tradition based on the classic tale The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E.T.A. Hoffman and set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score. Montana Ballet Company’s production of The Nutcracker is one of the region’s largest artistic collaborations, bringing together talented dancers, local and national choreographers, guest artists, live musicians, and expert designers. Audiences will be enchanted by the new choreography, theatrical elements, and the magic of this iconic ballet. Shows at 5 PM & 7 PM.

Tickets: https://warrenmillerpac.org/event/nutcracker-montana-ballet/

For all Stroll inquiries please contact erik@lovestreetmedia.com.

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November 15: Big Sky Discovery Academy Fall Jam at Tips Up

🎉 Big Sky’s Most Anticipated Event of the Year is BACK! 🎉

Get ready, Big Sky! We’re pulling out all the stops for this year’s Fall Jam—a night packed with unbeatable tunes, an electric atmosphere, and a chance to make a real impact. Whether you’re here to dance, bid, or just soak in the vibes, this is the event you don’t want to miss.

🎵 Live Music by Luke and Dustin from Pinky and the Floyd 🎵

Let’s set the stage for an unforgettable evening! Luke and Dustin from Pinky and the Floyd will take you on a musical journey that’ll have you dancing from the first chord to the last note. Bring your friends, bring your rhythm, and prepare to jam!

🎟 Get Your Tickets NOW! 🎟

  • General Admission: $100
    Includes: Admission, Dinner, and Two Drinks (Beer or Wine)
  • Table Reservation: $1250
    Includes: 6 Tickets, Individual Table, Dinner, and 24 Drink Tickets (12 beer/wine & 12 of your choice)

🎁 Silent & Live Auctions 🎁

Bid on incredible experiences and exclusive items. From once-in-a-lifetime vacations to local adventures, there’s something for everyone! All proceeds go directly to supporting Big Sky Discovery Academy, helping us continue to provide top-notch education and resources to our students.

🤝 Sponsor this Unforgettable Night! 🤝

Want to leave a lasting impact on your community? We have sponsorship opportunities available that will elevate your brand while supporting an incredible cause.

  • Band Sponsor: $1,500
  • Staff Event Sponsor: $3,000 (Covers the cost for staff and guests to attend)
  • Food & Beverage Sponsor: $5,000
  • Event Sponsor: $10,000

Join us in making this the most successful Fall Jam yet! Sponsor now and help shape the future of education in Big Sky.

This is more than just a night out—it’s a night to make a difference.

Grab your tickets, reserve your table, or become a sponsor today. Let’s pack out Tips Up, raise essential funds, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Big Sky Discovery Academy Fall Jam 2024—where music, community, and giving back come together for one epic night. See you there!

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October 25-27: 2024 Haunted Peaks Halloween Festival

HAUNTED PEAKS HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL | OCTOBER 25-27
A three day Halloween celebration presented by Lone Mountain Land Co. & Big Sky Real Estate in the Big Sky Town Center. This all ages event is filled with traditional holiday activities, films, music and great Fall fun (Updated 10.12*).

🎃 To help Big Sky get into the Halloween spirit our neighbors at The Waypoint are hosting a week long Horror Film Fest. This October, enjoy a frightfully good lineup of classic scary movies. Catch a show every night, October 18-24 | 8PM. Check out the full film lineup.

FRIDAY OCT. 25

🎃 Skull & Roses Ball presented by Arts Council of Big Sky: DeadPhish Orchestra and the Arts Council of Big Sky invites you to the annual Skull & Roses Ball at the Waypoint. Doors 8PM and Music 9PM. The Ball will include a costume competition with prizes awarded to dedicated costume categories (Big Phish, Greatest Dead, People’s Choice, Most Artistic Costume). Enjoy themed drinks, photo opportunities, and a whole lot of Grateful Dead and Phish to groove out to. Get your tickets here.

🎃 Haunted Peaks Window Display Competition presented by Second Season Day 1: Stroll through downtown and admire the spooky creativity of local merchants and artists as they decorate their stores for our annual windows and displays competition. Vote for your favorites by scanning the QR code at participating businesses. Note: they may be located on the window display or inside at the register. Cast your vote by 10PM Sunday, Oct. 27. Winners will be announced on Halloween day on Town Center’s Instagram and Facebook.

SATURDAY OCT. 26

🎃 5th Annual Haunted Run presented by Moving Mountains Fitness: Rock your favorite costume and brave 5k of fun Halloween themed challenges at the 5th Annual Haunted Run. Race starts at 1 PM for adults and 2:45 PM for kids. Packet pick up and registration will be located at Moving Mountains 11:30AM – 12:15PM for adults and 2PM – 2:45PM for the kids. Adult awards and block party will take place before the kids run. Enjoy a block party by Town Center East end businesses with live music, food trucks, a costume contest, raffle, and lots of Halloween fun! The Kids Fun Run will begin at Moving Mountains and end at The Waypoint where each participant will gain FREE entry into the Mini Monster Mash Kids Party presented by Big Sky PTO & Rocky Mountain Toy Co. (3-6PM).

🎃 Mini Monster Mash Kids Party presented by Big Sky PTO & Rocky Mountain Toy Co.: Get the family together for an evening of costumed fun at the Mini Monster Mash Kids Party. Enjoy traditional Halloween activities like our kids costume contest, dance party, classic Halloween movies, and more. Party from 3-6PM. Don’t forget to bring your best pumpkin design for a chance to win the 2024 Pumpkin King & Queen Carving Competition. Bring your pre-carved pumpkins with battery operated votives to The Waypoint to enter the contest. Our team of judges will pick their favorite designs and crown the Pumpkin King & Queen.

(NOTE: Get your pumpkins at the Annual Great Pumpkin Giveaway Food Drive on Friday, October 11th from 2:30-6:30 PM at Len Hill Park. 10 lbs or cans per pumpkin. Preferred items: soup, rice, beans, canned/boxed meals)

🎃 Concert Pub Crawl: Join costumed party goers for an evening of progressive pub crawling and intimate concerts with local artists and DJs throughout Town Center. The first stop will be at Beehive Basin Brewery and the East end block party featuring Aaron Young at 1PM. Afterwards concert goers can make their way to other performances throughout Town Center like DJ Randy Kludt spinning old school vinyl at The Wilson Lobby Bar & Lounge at 3PM and DJ Swamp Moose at the Drunken Monk at 8PM. The final stop will feature a costume dance party to remember with DJ Dreday 2K7 at Tips Up, 10PM. Check back for a complete list of venues and artists dropping soon!

🎃 Haunted Peaks Window Display Competition presented by Second Season Day 2: Stroll through downtown and admire the spooky creativity of local merchants and artists as they decorate their stores for our annual windows and displays competition. Vote for your favorites by scanning the QR code at participating businesses. Note: they may be located on the window display or inside at the register. Cast your vote by 10PM Sunday, Oct. 27. Winners will be announced on Halloween day on Town Center’s Instagram and Facebook.

SUNDAY OCT.27

🎃 Yappy Hour Presented By The Rocks: Yappy Hour is a costume contest and happy hour for people and pets from 2-4 PM at Fire Pit Park across from The Rocks. Win prizes from our panel of pet friendly celebrity judges, enjoy drink specials, treats, and help raise funds and awareness for RUFF (local nonprofit providing vital veterinary care to the underserved members of the Big Sky community).

🎃 Dia de los Muertos presented by Arts Council of Big Sky: Join us for Big Sky’s annual Dia de los Muertos celebration. Come build ofrendas, place votives and celebrate the memories of our departed loved ones together. Enjoy face painting and sample traditional cuisine. Music by local DJ. 1-4PM at Len Hill Park.

🎃 Haunted Peaks Window Display Competition presented by Second Season Day 3: Stroll through downtown and admire the spooky creativity of local merchants and artists as they decorate their stores for our annual windows and displays competition. Vote for your favorites by scanning the QR code at participating businesses. Note: they may be located on the window display or inside at the register. Cast your vote by 10PM Sunday, Oct. 27th. Winners will be announced on Halloween day on Town Center’s Instagram and Facebook.

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