Missoula Weekend Events: Irish Fests to Football

Here's your weekend guide to Missoula (September 5-7).

Note: Recurring events include the downtown farmers' markets Downtown ToNight and Summer Jazz Night every Friday. 

Fáilte Montana Irish Festival

On Friday, September 5th, from 2:30 to 9:30 pm, Caras Park transforms into mini Dublin. 

Live Irish music, Irish dances, Irish food, Irish beer, and Irish arts & crafts.

Grizzly Football returns

Welcome to the 2025 Grizzly Football season! Montana returns to action Saturday, September 6, at 6 pm against the Central Washington Wildcats.

Former Griz Mike Ferriter makes his return as the Wildcats' offensive coordinator.

Catch the new-look Grizzlies in action Saturday.

Roxy Theater's Showing of The Breakfast Club

I won't place the Roxy's throwback movies every weekend, but a movie like The Breakfast Club deserves it.

Breakfast Club showings are on Friday, September 5, at 5:15, Saturday, September 6, at 3:00 and 5:15, and Sunday, September 7, at 1:00 and 3:15. 

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2025 Fall Rendezvous Brewfest

After the Irish festival on Friday, Caras Park plays host to the 2025 Fall Rendezvous Brewfest. 

The Rendezvous celebrates Montana craft beer. The event runs from 3 to 8 pm. VIP Hour is 3-4, and General Admission is 4-8.

GA tickets will cost you $30 before Saturday and $35 on Saturday.

Sunday Streets Program

"Sunday Streets events encourage all ages and all abilities to be active, support local businesses, and rethink how our community can be more livable" - Missoula In Motion

Read Peter Christian's story on the Sunday Streets Program below for full details and events.

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