After dark
Saloons, speakeasies, live music, comedy and a little poker.
Photo: Tim Evanson · CC BY-SA 2.0
Bozeman's historic Main Street is the heart of the Gallatin Valley's nightlife—classic saloons, basement cocktail bars, a comedy club and stages from 400 to 1,100 seats—about 15 minutes from Belgrade. Please drink responsibly and plan a sober ride home.
Hours, dates and seasons change—please check current schedules with each business or event before you go.
211 E Main St, Bozeman
A downtown institution since 1947 and an MSU Bobcats hangout, rebuilt after the 2009 downtown explosion. 20+ TVs and three 100-inch screens, four pool tables, darts and an open-air patio; weekly trivia, bingo, karaoke and 'Wild West Wednesday' country and swing dancing.
123 E Main St, Bozeman
A classic Main Street bar (same storefront and name since at least 1933) with a seasonal rooftop bar and burgers; open 365 days a year.
Bozeman
Live music Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights, plus karaoke and weekly games (schedule per the BoZone listing).
233 E Main St (basement), Bozeman
Sultry basement bar with craft cocktails and Montana-inspired food; open until 2am Thursday–Saturday.
101 E Main St (basement), Bozeman
Restaurant and whiskey bar collecting rare whiskies from around the world—try a flight.
113 E Oak St, Suite 2B (Cannery District), Bozeman
Speakeasy-style cocktail bar on the second floor of a restored factory.
Main St, Bozeman
Stylish wine bar with an extensive list and shareable plates.
121 W Main St, Bozeman
Tasting room open Mon–Sat 10am–8pm and Sun noon–8pm (Montana law ends distillery pours at 8pm).
506 N 7th Ave, Bozeman
1,100-capacity concert venue presented by Logjam—national touring acts.
Downtown Bozeman
The intimate 400-capacity Black Box Theater with a bar on each floor.
24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman
A historic venue, fully restored for live shows.
Kimpton Armory Hotel (basement), Bozeman
Live music typically Wednesday–Saturday evenings and Sunday nights.
111 S Grand Ave, Bozeman
Concerts, ski and climbing film tours and shows in the Crawford Theater; free 'Lunch on the Lawn' with live music on summer Wednesdays, 11am–1pm.
2005 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman
A Bozeman icon for live rock, punk, ska, alt-country and jazz.
Bozeman
Live music typically Wednesday through Saturday.
Main St between Rouse & Black, Bozeman
Free outdoor concerts on summer Thursday evenings, 6:30–8:30pm.
321 E Main St (alley entrance off Rouse), Bozeman
Montana's comedy club with a full bar, open Tuesday–Saturday; touring headliners plus improv. Shows are 18+ (21+ after 11pm).
Last Best Comedy, Bozeman
Free weekly stand-up open mic, typically Tuesdays at 8pm.
Bozeman (downtown east)
Lively, very popular dinner spot (bison burgers, bison potstickers, fish tacos) with a long tap list; reservations wise.
Bozeman (downtown)
Cozy pub in the historic Baxter building with 24 rotating beers, classic cocktails and pub grub.
Belgrade
Belgrade's own brewery taproom; Sheridan's BBQ serves slow-smoked barbecue out front (daily 12–7pm per its site).
Bozeman (north)
Brewpub on Glen Lake with an unobstructed view of the Bridger Range; food made with local ingredients.
Bozeman (near MSU)
Easygoing brewery near campus known for its pizza—an easy family dinner.
Bozeman
'The Bozone', brewing since 2001—the longest-running local brewery by its own account.
Four Corners
Homegrown, locally made spirits with a tasting room at Four Corners.
Bozeman (Cannery District)
Tasting room in the Cannery District, open daily noon–8pm.
Live poker · Seat Open
Live dealer poker in the area is run by Seat Open, which lists three Bozeman rooms plus games in Three Forks and Livingston. Games and times below are as listed by Seat Open; schedules change, so call ahead. 18+ only.
721 N 7th Ave, Bozeman · 406-404-1968
$1–$2 No-Limit Hold'em Sat–Thu from 3pm and Fri from noon; Pot-Limit Omaha & Big-O on Saturdays (typically by 7pm); Pot-Limit Dealer's Choice on Tuesdays from 7pm; weekly tournaments Saturdays and Sundays at noon.
321 E Main St, downtown Bozeman · 406-219-2436
$1–$2 No-Limit Hold'em Tuesday–Saturday, 7pm–2am; weekly No-Limit Hold'em tournaments Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 7pm.
8191 Huffine Ln, Bozeman (Four Corners) · 406-577-2104
$1–$2 No-Limit Hold'em Thursday and Friday from 6pm; prime rib special on Thursdays.
22 S Main St, Three Forks · 406-285-6981
$1–$2 No-Limit Hold'em Wednesday and Friday from 5pm.
404 E Park St, Livingston · 406-222-8204
$1–$2 No-Limit Hold'em Sunday, Thursday and Friday from 6pm.
Weekly bingo is a Bozeman bar tradition. Nights listed are typical—check current schedules.
Rocking R Bar, 211 E Main St
Typically Tuesdays at 7pm; bonus blackout pot on the first Tuesday of the month.
American Legion Bar, 225 E Main St
Typically Wednesdays 7–9pm; proceeds support veterans and youth programs. 18+.
Eagles Bar, Bozeman
Typically Saturdays at 6pm.
Typical months shown—dates vary year to year. See also MSU game days & commencement.