Category: Development
Wednesday, November 19: Big Sky Community Food Bank Full Renovation Ribbon Cutting
We’re excited to celebrate a major milestone for the Big Sky Community Food Bank!
Thanks to the generosity of Revitalized Restoration and their incredible partners, our facility has received a full renovation—bringing new life, improved functionality, and a renewed sense of welcome to all who walk through our doors.
This celebration also aligns with HRDC’s 50th Anniversary, marking five decades of dedicated service to Southwest Montana.
Join us for an open house and ribbon cutting hosted in partnership with HRDC, Revitalized Restoration, and the Big Sky Chamber of Commerce:
Wednesday, November 19
4:00–6:00 PM
47995 Gallatin Rd, Unit #201 (beneath Café 191, facing the river)
We look forward to welcoming you into our refreshed space and celebrating this new chapter together!
9th Annual Haunted Peaks Halloween Festival – October 24-26
A three-day Halloween celebration in Big Sky Town Center. This all ages event is filled with traditional holiday activities like the Skull & Roses Ball, Dia De Los Muertos celebration, a costume pub crawl, Mini Monster Mash kids party (featuring dance party, costume contest and Pumpkin King & Queen carving competition), featured horror films, Yappy Hour pet and person costume contest, a 5K haunted run, and other great Fall fun.
Come and stay with us downtown and enjoy the whole weekend of Haunted Peaks festivities. Just mention the “Local Neighbors” rate when booking at The Wilson Hotel and get a room starting at $199. Call (406) 995-9000.
Friday, Oct. 24th
Skull & Roses Ball featuring 710 Ashbury – Kick off Big Sky’s Haunted Peaks Halloween Festival weekend with the 4th Annual Skull & Roses Ball. 710 Ashbury is back to help us “raise the dead” with two full sets of Grateful Dead covers! Costumes are highly encouraged and prizes will be awarded in the following categories: Skull & Roses King, Skull & Roses Queen, People’s Choice, and best Dead (Grateful Dead referenced) costumes. 8pm at The Waypoint. Get your tickets here.
Saturday, Oct. 25th
Haunted Run 5K & Block Party -Haunted Run 5K & Block Party – The 6th Annual Haunted Run 5K & Kids’ Costume Parade/Fun Run presented by Moving Mountains Fitness is back. Rock your favorite costume and brave 5k of fun Halloween themed challenges. Enjoy a block party by Town Center East end businesses with live music and lots of Halloween fun! Prizes: Top Finisher, Best Group Costume and Best Individual Costume (adults). Kids prizes include Most Creative and Best Homemade Costume. New This Year: Best Pet Costume! Thank you to our sponsors Lone Mountain Land Co. and Kissell Construction. All proceeds benefiting Morningstar Learning Center. Adults start at 12pm. Awards and after party at 1pm.
Kids’ Costume Parade/Fun Run start at 1:45pm and end back at Moving Mountains for awards. All racers gain FREE entry into the Mini Monster Mash Kids Halloween Party presented by Morningstar Leaning Center PTO & Rocky Mountain Toy Co.
Registration, course into and more here.
Haunted House – Spooky adventures await those brave enough to enter with dark corridors, monsters and more. Join us and our neighbors at Visit Big Sky for the annual Haunted House presented by Big Sky Ski Patrol. The event will run from 2-6PM in the Visitors Center, located at 88 Ousel Falls Rd., Unit B1. Accepting cash, check or card. All proceeds go towards the good work of the Big Sky Discovery Academy and Erika Pankow Foundation.
Haunted Peaks Costume Pub Crawl – Join costumed party goers for an evening of progressive pub crawling, intimate concerts and special performances/film screenings throughout Town Center.
Live Music: Brian Stumpf
Beehive Basin Brewery | 1-3PM
Start your costume pub crawl proper with a frosty pint and performing artist Brian Stumpf. A mainstay of Big Sky’s live music for nearly 15 years, Brian Stumpf performs his favorite covers spanning all decades of rock music in his one-man acoustic show. While he has a vocational degree in music theory, his performance provides revelry and humor with an appreciation for mountain and ski culture.
Live Performance: Annual Big Sky Witches Dance
The Rocks & Fire Pit Park | 3PM
Come experience one of Big Sky’s longest standing Halloween traditions. Each year the Witches coven of Big Sky gathers in full ceremonial dress and performs their sacred seasonal dance in preparation for All Hallows’ Eve.
Live Music: Aaron Young
Blindside Burger | 5-7PM
Aaron Young is a guitarist, composer, & producer from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Imagine Jim Croce & Mark Knopfler were sipping vodka at Joni Mitchell’s California beach house while they spun Chet Atkins on the record player. A conglomerate of style and skill, Aaron Young is one incredible musician.
Special Screening: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
The Waypoint | 9PM
Part of the Horror Film Festival count down to Halloween Oct. 25-27th & 29-30th. This iconic film event invites you to don your best costumes, bring your favorite props, and immerse yourself in the interactive fun that only Rocky Horror can deliver. From rice and toast to water pistols, get ready to sing along, dance, and celebrate this cult classic with fellow fans. All attendees will receive a Rocky Horror Survival Kit prop bag so you can engage with each other, the host and film. Costume Contest: Show off your best Rocky Horror-inspired outfits for a chance to win exciting prizes! Get your tickets.
Mini Monster Mash Kids Halloween Party – There will be plenty of Halloween fun at this year’s Mini Monster Mash presented by Morningstar Leaning Center PTO & Rocky Mountain Toy Co. Enjoy our kids costume contest and dance party to get everyone in the spooky spirit. Plus, don’t miss the chance to showcase your carving skills in the Pumpkin King & Queen Carving Competition. Bring your pre-carved pumpkins (complete with battery-operated votives) to The Waypoint and enter them for a chance to win the 2025 Pumpkin King & Queen title. 3-5PM at The Waypoint lounge theater. Donations suggested with all proceeds benefiting Morningstar Learning Center.
Yappy Hour – Join us for our annual pet and people costume contest, judged by some of our local pet-friendly celebs. There will be prizes, drink specials, treats, and fun activities to enjoy, all while raising awareness and funds for RUFF, a local nonprofit supporting veterinary care for underserved pets in the community. Bring your furry friends, dress to impress, and enjoy a Saturday afternoon filled with good company and even better causes. 3-5pm at The Rocks & Fire Pit Park.
Sunday, Oct. 26th
Dia De Los Muertos Celebration – 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, celebrate the memories of our departed loved ones together, enjoy live music featuring Mariachi Zavala, parades, traditional cuisine, and much more. Check back for details on the expanded offerings of this great tradition. Noon – 7 PM at 77 Lone Peak Dr. and Fire Pit Park. More info here.
Noon – 7 PM | Community altar open
Noon – 2 PM | Ofrenda making (bring photos, flowers, or favorite foods of your loved ones)
2 – 3:30 PM | Calaveras Literarias Story & Poetry Circle
4 PM | Presentation of Las Catrinas
4 – 7 PM | Street Fiesta with Mariachi Zavala, traditional foods, and children’s activities
Families are invited from 12–4 p.m. for kids’ activities and cultural storytelling. The celebration continues into the evening with live music, food, and community gathering. Lesser Known Collective will be performing and providing a quiet space. All are welcome to contribute photos, flowers, and favorite foods of their loved ones to the altar. This event is supported in part by a grant from the Montana Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts, with additional support from community volunteers and partners.
Horror Film Festival – This October The Waypoint is counting down to Halloween with 5 days of frightfully fun horror films, Oct. 25-27th & 29-30th. This evening’s select film is Dracula Untold. As his kingdom is being threatened by the Turks, young prince Vlad Tepes must become a monster feared by his own people in order to obtain the power needed to protect his own family, and the families of his kingdom.
The Addams Family – Don’t miss the Halloween event of the season—The Addams Family at Warren Miller Performing Arts Center. Big Sky’s best young actors bring Morticia, Gomez, Wednesday, and the whole kooky crew to life in this comical feast of love and family. Costumes welcome for kids, plus trick-or-treating and photos with the cast. Two showings @ 3PM & 6:30PM. Get your tickets here.
Stay tuned for more information on this year’s event!
SAVE THE DATE! Big Sky Community Week is October 6-10.
Brought to you by the Big Sky Chamber of Commerce and Big Sky Resort Area District, Community Week is a week-long celebration where we come together as a community to connect with neighbors, collaborate with partners and create solutions for all of Big Sky. While the week may be over, the spirit of community continues year-round. Stay engaged and keep making a difference!
View the Calendar of Events HERE for this years upcoming schedule.
Community Road Update: September 22 – October 6
Dear Community Members,
This is to inform you of an upcoming roadway patching project in the Gallatin Canyon, scheduled to begin on Monday, September 22, 2025, weather permitting.
The work will be performed by Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) maintenance crews and will focus on repairing deteriorated pavement sections along U.S. Highway 191in the Gallatin Canyon North of the highway 64 intersection. This patching effort is intended to improve driving conditions and safety in the short term while preparing the corridor for a much larger and more permanent construction project, which is currently slated for bid in 2026.
Project Details:
- Start Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
- Work Hours: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (weekdays only)
- Location: Gallatin Canyon, U.S. Highway 191
- Contractor: MDT Maintenance Forces
- Scope: Asphalt patching and surface repairs to address immediate pavement concerns
- Duration Work is scheduled to be completed within two weeks.
- Traffic Impacts:
- Single-lane closures with flaggers
- Reduced speeds through work zones
- Delays expected during working hours
To minimize disruption to commuter traffic, all work will be conducted outside of peak travel hours. Drivers are encouraged to plan accordingly, allow extra travel time, and use caution when traveling through the work zone.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete this necessary interim work. These repairs are a temporary measure to maintain safety and drivability until the full-scale reconstruction project begins next year.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Milling and paving work on Highway 64, from the intersection at U.S. Highway 191 to milepost 3.8, has been awarded to a contractor and is scheduled to be completed this fall. This project will involve removing the existing surface and applying new asphalt to improve roadway conditions, enhance safety, and extend pavement life. All work will be completed at night to reduce impacts on daytime traffic. We will provide updates with more specific scheduling and traffic control information as it becomes available. Drivers should anticipate nighttime lane closures and reduced speeds during construction and are encouraged to plan accordingly.
Best regards,
Josh Ritchie
Bozeman Maintenance Chief
Montana Department of Transportation
Community Road Update: August 11-18
Important information about an upcoming Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) scrub seal project on Highway 64, scheduled to begin Monday, August 11, 2025.
The project will run from MM 3.80 near Lone Mountain Ranch westerly to the intersection of Sitting Bull Road (near Big Sky Resort) at MM 9.0, and while all work will take place above Big Sky Town Center, traffic impacts may still be experienced throughout the community.
Project Schedule & Traffic Impacts:
- Monday, August 11: Minimal traffic impact expected. The contractor will clean the road surface and address cracking, starting near the fire station. This work should take one day.
- Scrub Seal Application: Planned for Wednesday, August 13 or Monday, August 18 (depending on contractor schedule). This portion will take two days—one for the seal application and one for cleanup. The contractor will mark traffic lanes with reflective tabs.
- Pavement Marking: MDT will repaint the project area the day after cleanup.
Traffic Control & Notifications:
- Variable Message Signs (VMS boards) will provide advance warning.
- The contractor will manage on-site traffic control.
- MDT is coordinating with the Helena office to share updates via social media.
About the Work:
The scrub seal process helps extend the life of the pavement by sealing cracks, improving surface texture, and protecting against moisture penetration—ultimately leading to a smoother, safer driving surface.
Thank you for your patience and safe driving during this important maintenance work.
Thursday, August 7: Gravity Haus Grand Opening
Join us to celebrate the grand opening of Gravity Haus Big Sky with food, drinks, live music, family-friendly activities, and great company. Stick around after for Music in the Mountains at Len Hill Park featuring The Nude Party!
Gravity Haus Big Sky
Thursday, August 7, 2025 | 4:00 – 6:30 PM
88 Big Pine Dr, Big Sky, MT
Event Schedule
4:00 PM | Welcome & Kickoff
– Doors open
– Complimentary taco bar, drinks (margaritas, beer, NA beverages), and activities
– Live music begins with Wes Urbaniak
4:30 PM | Ribbon Cutting Ceremony- With Jim Deters, Mike DeFrino, Grant D’Entremont, the Gravity Haus team, and the Big Sky Chamber of Commerce
4:00–6:00 PM | Guided Tours
– Get a behind-the-scenes look at our new space with a team-led tour
4:00–6:30 PM | Activities & Amenities
– Lawn games & cowboy roping
– Try out our recovery amenities: Normatec boots, Hyperice guns, sauna & cold plunge sessions
6:15 PM | Raffle Drawing- Win Gravity Haus gear, complimentary stays, a 6-month membership & more
6:30 PM | Thank You & Farewell
– Closing remarks from Jim Deters
– Head to Len Hill Park for Music in the Mountains featuring The Nude Party
Need to Know
Parking: Available at 88 Big Pine Dr, with overflow lots behind the hotel and across the street (first come, first served)
Questions? Contact Adam Lashinsky at adam.lashinsky@gravityhaus.com
Stay Updated: gravityhaus.com/experiences
LMNT to Open First-Ever Storefront in Big Sky Town Center
Electrolyte drink company LMNT has announced plans to open its first brick-and-mortar location—The Salt House—right here in Big Sky Town Center. Slated to open in spring 2026, the innovative wellness space will be located on Lone Peak Drive, next to The Rocks Tasting Room.
The Salt House is envisioned as a multifunctional space centered around hydration, education, and community. Plans include a self-serve salt bar featuring LMNT products, a library-style workspace with phone booths and communal tables, and an ADA-accessible exhibit exploring the science and history of salt. Designed by Lake Flato Architects, the space will incorporate natural materials and finishes inspired by the Montana landscape.
The new flagship location reflects LMNT’s growing connection to the region, with CEO James Murphy citing Big Sky’s high per-capita usage of LMNT products and the brand’s existing presence in the area. The project is being managed by Brown Bear Partners, with further company expansion also underway in Bozeman.
Stay tuned as we welcome LMNT’s exciting new addition to the Town Center community in 2026!