360 degrees of discovery
The Flathead Lake area is rich with cultural heritage that reflects the area's western and Native American history. Hundreds of award-winning artists and musicians call the Flathead Valley home. The area has year-round cultural attractions and arts events for the whole family to enjoy.
- Celebrate July 4th at Waterside with your family and enjoy one of the Valley's best fireworks displays right out your back door.
- Visit some of the local orchards to enjoy fresh Montana fruit. Apple, cherry, peach, pear and plum trees flourish in the Flathead Valley.
- Enjoy a production at Bigfork Summer Playhouse located just across the lake from Waterside. The playhouse brings talent from across the Country to present the finest live professional theater in the Northwest.
- Plan to stop in at the annual Mission Mountain PRCA Rodeo held the second weekend of July.
- Shop for arts and crafts at Arts in the Park in Kalispell in July and the Bigfork Festival for the Arts in August.
- Take a walking tour of historic buildings and homes in the area.
- Enjoy a concert by a local band during the summer Picnic in the Park outdoor concert series.
- Visit one of the Valley's numerous art galleries or one of the museums.
Whatever your idea of fun, the Flathead Valley provides a variety of options that will keep everyone entertained.




