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  Dude Rancher Lodge

  415 N 29th St, Billings, MT 59101, USA

  • Spaces for 15-40 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 2 Hotels
  • 2 Total Spaces

  The Dude Rancher Lodge is a historic downtown hotel in Billings, Montana, welcoming guests since 1950. Built with bricks salvaged from the original St. Vincent Hospital, the property earned a place on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010 and remains one of Billings' few locally owned and operated hotels. Original Western artwork by cowboy illustrator Will James adorns the walls, and the carpeting features the insignias of the ranching families who helped establish the property. For private gatherings, the lodge offers two distinct event spaces. The Stirrup Café accommodates up to 40 guests for breakfast meetings, lunch gatherings, and daytime events, while the intimate Fireside Room hosts up to 15 guests around a private fireplace — well suited for small receptions, meet-and-greets, and community group meetings. On-site catering through the Stirrup Café is available, and outside catering is welcome with no permits required.

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  The Ponds at Dry Creek

  91 W Dry Creek Rd, Belgrade, MT 59714, USA

  • Spaces for 175-300 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Event Space

  The Ponds at Dry Creek is a ten-acre outdoor event property located outside Belgrade, Montana, near Bozeman. The grounds center on a network of ponds covering more than half the acreage, accented by fountains and manicured lawns, with panoramic views of the Bridger, Spanish Peak, and Tobacco Root mountains — a setting the venue describes as offering privacy with rustic authenticity. At the heart of the property sits a 2,400-square-foot covered pavilion with more than 1,100 square feet of adjacent deck, accommodating up to 175 guests. Three decorated on-site cabins provide lodging, and separate bride and groom preparation rooms are available. Included furnishings — seating for 90, 10 benches, 20 folding tables, and cooling equipment — are provided with each rental. Hosts Doug and Mary Hamilton manage the property, which accommodates a range of events: weddings, corporate retreats, family and class reunions, fundraisers, BBQs, and memorial services.

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  Yellowstone Club

  1 Yellowstone Club Trail, Big Sky, MT 59716, USA

  Yellowstone Club offers event spaces for your next celebration in Big Sky, Montana.

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  University of Montana

  Anderson Hall, 32 Campus Dr, Missoula, MT 59812, USA

  • Spaces for 64-1,660 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Theater
  • 4 Total Spaces

  University of Montana Conference and Event Services offers 16 flexible event and meeting spaces across the Missoula campus, welcoming groups ranging from 10 to 1,000 guests. The collection spans a wide range of settings — from the University Center Ballroom, one of the largest ballrooms in Missoula at 10,437 square feet with hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a soundproof air wall that divides the room into two independent event spaces, to the 1935 Dennison Theatre, a historic 1,140-seat performance hall updated with modern technology. The Washington-Grizzly Stadium Club brings a distinctly local character, with 360-degree views of Missoula and a wrap-around outdoor deck perched above the iconic stadium. The professional team provides consultation and full event management from initial planning through event day, with catering available across venues. Special pricing is extended to alumni, government employees, nonprofits, and students.

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  Mountain Lake Lodge

  14735 Sylvan Dr, Bigfork, MT 59911, USA

  • Spaces for 100 Guests

  Mountain Lake Lodge is a lakeside property in Bigfork, Montana, set on the western shores of Flathead Lake with panoramic views of the lake and the Rocky Mountains beyond. The lodge sits five miles south of Bigfork village, roughly 40 minutes from Glacier National Park and 30 minutes from Glacier International Airport. The property offers 30 fireplace suites, each with a private deck, alongside year-round outdoor hot tubs, an infinity pool, and a putting green. On-site dining is available through Riley's Pub & Sports Bar, which brings upscale pub fare to the lakeside setting. For private events, the lodge hosts weddings, conferences and retreats, milestone celebrations, and group gatherings across all seasons. Event services include sound and seating coordination, gourmet food and beverage service, and on-site lodging for guests. A private conference room adjacent to the Fireplace Room and Jest Gallery is available by the hour, while the game room accommodates smaller parties in a self-contained setting.

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  Sky Ridge Ranch

  35415 Timberlane Rd, Ronan, MT 59864, USA

  • Spaces for 300-400 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Barn
  • 1 Ranch

  Sky Ridge Ranch is a rustic barn event venue set on 100 acres beneath the Mission Mountains in Ronan, Montana. A maple tree-lined drive and a spring-fed pond with fountain welcome guests to the property, which also features year-round flowing water from Crow Creek and a wooded aspen grove laced with walking paths. The main barn offers 4,800 square feet of indoor event space built around rustic beams and reclaimed dock wood from Flathead Lake, with warm romantic lighting that suits gatherings from 30 to 300 guests. An additional 2,900 square feet of covered outdoor porches extend the space for shade and rain protection, and an evening courtyard bordered by stonework from Chief Cliff adds another outdoor gathering area. The grounds include a pond with two islands connected by bridges and boardwalk, an outdoor firepit with stone seating, and a 1942 Dodge flatbed truck known as "Pearl" available for photos. The venue provides a full-sized kitchen with industrial refrigerator, oven, stove range, and dishwashing station, along with a bride's suite with private bathroom and a groom's room. On-site wedding planning, bartending, and DJ services are available through inclusive packages.

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  Red Lodge Mountain Golf Course

  828 Upper Continental Dr, Red Lodge, MT 59068, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  Red Lodge Mountain Golf Course is an 18-hole public course spread across 160 acres in Red Lodge, Montana, one mile from downtown. Playing to a mid-high slope of 126, the layout winds past several lakes, frequent creek crossings, and the occasional wildlife encounter, all set against the backdrop of the Beartooth Mountains. The season runs mid-May through early October. For groups and private events, the facility offers a dedicated ballroom suitable for parties, meetings, conferences, fundraisers, and presentations. The events team works directly with organizers to shape each gathering, and the location close to downtown makes logistics straightforward for guests arriving from elsewhere. After a round, the on-site 28 Peaks Kitchen serves fresh Montana fare — hand-cut fries, locally sourced meats, and a full bar — from a patio overlooking the mountains. Toptracer Range, golf lessons, and club rentals make the venue equally well-suited to corporate outings across the full range of skill levels.

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  Rockin' TJ Ranch

  651 Lynx Ln, Bozeman, MT 59718, USA

  • Spaces for 250-300 Guests
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Ranch

  Rockin' TJ Ranch is a 10-acre destination event venue near Bozeman, Montana, set against sweeping Bridger Mountain views and wide-open meadows. The property offers exclusive-use access from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, giving couples and groups full command of its indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the event day. The 4,800-square-foot indoor reception area accommodates up to 250 seated guests and suits weddings, corporate gatherings, private parties, and seasonal celebrations alike. Outdoor areas provide a natural backdrop for ceremonies and cocktail hours, with mountain and creekside patio settings available. The venue provides in-house catering through Catering Under the Big Sky with fully customized menus, alongside a preferred vendor list and optional on-site coordination packages. Tables, chairs, ceremony benches, dishware, cutlery, and glassware are included with rental, and complimentary on-site parking with guest shuttle coordination is also available.

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  Montana Wildflower Weddings

  7461 US-212, Roberts, MT 59070, USA

  • Spaces for 325 Guests

  Montana Wildflower Weddings & Special Events is a mountain wedding venue set on a scenic property minutes from Red Lodge, Montana. The grounds feature lush green meadows, vibrant flower gardens, spectacular waterfall features, ponds, and creeks, with mountain views throughout. A rustic barn serves as the centerpiece for indoor ceremonies and receptions, while the surrounding landscape provides a natural backdrop for outdoor celebrations. On-site, the Wildflower Lodge offers overnight accommodations for couples and small groups, making it well suited for destination weddings and multi-day gatherings. The venue maintains an eclectic décor rental collection, and packages include access to two climate-controlled bridal and groom suites. Owners Keri and Kraig Wash acquired the property in January 2021. The in-house coordination team handles planning, vendor coordination, setup, and day-of management, with customizable packages available to fit a range of event sizes and budgets.

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  Gallatin River Hideaway - Creekside Pavilions

  135 Hideaway Dr, Bozeman, MT 59718, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Waterfront
  • 1 Garden

  Gallatin River Hideaway is a private outdoor wedding venue and event center set along the Gallatin River outside Bozeman, Montana. Owned by the Brailsford family since 2004, the property features two distinct outdoor venues — the Creekside Venue and the Bridal Veil Venue — each with a covered pavilion, ceremony gazebo, and natural surroundings that include cottonwood groves, meadow trails, and creek access. The venue is built around a signature two-and-a-half-day event format: a full weekend that opens with Friday setup access, moves through Saturday ceremonies and receptions, and closes with Sunday morning wrap-up time. All rental packages include round and rectangular tables, white chairs, restroom facilities, a two-tap keg bar setup, a large parking area, and post-event cleanup. On-site cabin lodging steps from both venues lets the full wedding party stay on property. Gallatin River Hideaway hosts weddings, elopements, micro-weddings, corporate retreats, and private parties. The venue is LGBTQ-friendly and operates June through September.

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  ZooMontana

  2100 S Shiloh Rd, Billings, MT 59106, USA

  • Spaces for 25-300 Guests
  • 3 Outdoor Spaces
  • 2 Event Spaces
  • 3 Total Spaces

  ZooMontana is an AZA-accredited zoo and botanical garden in Billings, Montana, recognized among the top ten zoos in the country. The zoo's grounds are available for private events ranging from intimate gatherings to larger celebrations, accommodating groups of 20 to 250 guests across three outdoor venues. The Sensory Garden — with its flowers, plants, trees, and stone waterfall — is the zoo's most popular ceremony site for weddings, offering a natural and scenic backdrop for outdoor celebrations. The open-air EEC ZooPavilion, situated near the grass plaza, is the largest event space on the grounds and hosts wedding receptions, company picnics, class reunions, and fundraisers for up to 250 guests. The Planet 106.7 Pavilion provides a covered picnic setting for smaller groups of up to 25. ZooMontana's events coordinator is available to assist with planning and site tours, and the venue positions itself as a distinctive alternative to traditional banquet facilities in the Billings area.

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  Gallatin Gateway Community Center

  145 Mill St, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730, USA

  • Spaces for 170-250 Guests
  • 1 Event Space

  The Gallatin Gateway Community Center is a nonprofit venue in Gallatin Gateway, Montana, operated by the Willing Workers Ladies' Aid — a volunteer organization with over a century of community service. Built in 1995 through community effort, the center sits on Mill Street with panoramic views of the Spanish Peaks mountains and is located near the Gallatin River, roughly 20 minutes south of Bozeman. The main gathering space is a 40-by-44-foot room with vaulted ceilings, a dance floor, and an elevated stage, accommodating up to 170 guests for weddings, receptions, reunions, parties, business meetings, and retreats. A fully equipped kitchen — featuring two refrigerators, a utility sink, and a serving window — supports catering needs on-site, and tables and chairs are included with all rentals. The facility offers handicap-accessible parking and restrooms.

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  Columbus Center

  1601 2nd Ave N, Great Falls, MT 59401, USA

  • Spaces for 8-225 Guests
  • 1 Theater
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 3 Meeting Spaces

  The Columbus Center is a beautifully restored eight-story brick and glazed tile building in the heart of downtown Great Falls, Montana. Built in 1929 as a hospital, the building has been transformed into a vibrant mixed-use destination, now home to businesses, healthcare providers, artists, and cafes across 150,000 square feet. The centerpiece for events is the Chapel Theatre, described as one of the most unique event venues in Great Falls. The space features a coffered ceiling, terrazzo marble floors, and stained-glass windows, accommodating groups of 25 to 225 guests. It is well suited for weddings, private parties, anniversary celebrations, award ceremonies, theatrical productions, corporate retreats, and recurring meetings. An on-site kitchen and catering service supports events, and outside caterers are also welcome. Three additional conference rooms on the first, fifth, and sixth floors provide flexible options for smaller gatherings and business meetings, with the building's robust technology infrastructure and three dedicated on-site parking lots supporting tenants and event guests alike.

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  320 Guest Ranch

  205 Buffalo Horn Creek Rd, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730, USA

  • Spaces for 55-200 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 1 Bar
  • 5 Total Spaces

  320 Guest Ranch is a historic dude ranch founded in 1898 on more than 320 acres along the Gallatin River in Big Sky, Montana, situated between Yellowstone National Park and Big Sky Ski Resort. Surrounded by mountain peaks and lush evergreen forests, the property has grown from its original homestead into one of the region's most distinctive event destinations. The ranch offers five event venues accommodating groups of up to 200, from the year-round Banquet Hall and Conference Center to seasonal riverside sites open June through September — including a riverside tent and the open-air Point overlooking Yellowstone and the Spanish Peaks. An in-house kitchen team handles all catering and is available to design personalized menus to suit each group. Log cabin accommodations on the property can sleep more than 200 guests, making it well suited for full-ranch events.

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  Sacajawea Hotel

  5 N Main St, Three Forks, MT 59752, USA

  • Spaces for 24-125 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 3 Hotels
  • 3 Total Spaces

  The Sacajawea Hotel has occupied the center of Three Forks, Montana for over a century, earning a designation from Historic Hotels of America and undergoing an elegant refurbishment in 2010. The property sits in Montana's Yellowstone Country, drawing history enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and travelers who want period character alongside contemporary comforts and fine dining. Four distinct event spaces serve gatherings across seasons and scales. The Event Tent accommodates up to 200 banquet guests beneath chandeliers, with room for dining and dancing — the hotel's primary summer venue for weddings and larger celebrations. The historic Lobby handles up to 125 guests for ceremonies and receptions, particularly through the winter months, while Pompey's Grill seats up to 40 for intimate dinners and the Executive Boardroom fits up to 24 for meetings, retreats, and private gatherings. The culinary team sources ingredients locally and builds every menu around an authentic Montana experience, from rehearsal dinners and cocktail receptions to morning-after brunch. A dedicated events coordinator guides couples and planners through accommodations, timing, menus, and vendor selection from first inquiry through event day.

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  White Raven

  6 Plateau Rd, Alberton, MT 59820, USA

  • Spaces for 125-150 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Estate

  White Raven is a private event venue and retreat set on 180 acres of mountain terrain approximately 25 minutes west of downtown Missoula, Montana. Perched above the Clark Fork River on a natural plateau, the property offers 360-degree unobstructed mountain views across a landscape of stone cliffs, pines, and wildflower meadows. The venue's Montana Modern design carries through both indoor and outdoor spaces. A spacious ballroom with soaring ceilings, two fireplaces, heated concrete floors, and panoramic picture windows anchors the main building, while an adjacent grand foyer with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass walls functions as a cocktail and bar space. Outdoors, timber-framed verandas, a covered concrete dance floor strung with party lights, and multiple ceremony locations spread across the grounds. All furnishings — modern wood and metal dining tables, reception chairs, timber arbors with hanging lanterns — are included, alongside professional setup, on-site staff, parking attendants, and golf cart shuttling. White Raven accommodates up to 125 guests during spring through fall (May–October) and up to 100 guests in winter (November–April). The property hosts one event at a time, giving each gathering exclusive access to the full grounds and facilities.

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  The Historic Billings Depot

  2310 Montana Ave, Billings, MT 59101, USA

  • Spaces for 8-350 Guests
  • 4 Event Spaces
  • 5 Historic Spaces
  • 1 Meeting Space

  The Billings Depot is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit special events venue set within a historic rail campus on Montana Avenue in downtown Billings, Montana. Its mission is to preserve the historic depot buildings while contributing to the spirit and vitality of the surrounding community — sustained through facility rentals, donations, and building leases that fund ongoing restoration. Voted Billings' top event venue for seven consecutive years and recognized as a Certified Autism Center™, the Depot hosts weddings, corporate conferences, fundraisers, recitals, and private celebrations of every scale. Two principal event spaces anchor the main building. The Passenger Station accommodates up to 125 for seated dinners and 200 for cocktail receptions in a room marked by vaulted ceilings, Roman columns, and terrazzo flooring, served by a built-in Bose surround-sound system with wireless microphones and connected to a 1,500-square-foot outdoor courtyard. The Baggage Room, at 3,948 square feet, hosts up to 300 guests across original white brick walls and hardwood floors, with a six-zone sound system and a wire-grid ceiling suited for custom lighting and décor. Adjacent spaces include the Conference Room for groups of up to 25, The Post — a restored mailroom renovated in 2025 for gatherings of up to 50 — and The Caboose, a meticulously preserved 1917 rail car that serves as a private lounge for groups of up to eight. All main-building rentals include tables, chairs, room setup and breakdown, professional sound systems, catering kitchen access, and an on-site event coordinator.

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  Daly Mansion

  251 Eastside Hwy, Hamilton, MT 59840, USA

  • Spaces for 250-500 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 space at this venue

  The Daly Mansion is a historic Georgian Revival estate set on 26.5 landscaped acres in Hamilton, Montana's Bitterroot Valley. Built as the summer retreat of copper king Marcus Daly, the 24,000-square-foot mansion is surrounded by 400 trees and offers sweeping views of the Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountains. Acquired by the State of Montana in 1986 and preserved by the nonprofit Daly Mansion Preservation Trust, the property reopened to the public in 1987 after more than 45 years of closure. It holds designation as a Distinctive Destination of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. For private events, the mansion offers a 40x100-foot tent with a permanent concrete floor, accommodating up to 250 guests for weddings, family reunions, birthday parties, and other celebrations during the outdoor season (mid-May through early October). Packages include 250 white folding chairs, twelve 60-inch round tables, twelve 8-foot buffet tables, eight chandeliers, electricity, public restrooms, parking, and staff setup and breakdown. Year-round indoor rental is available in the Trophy Room, and first-floor rooms can be reserved during the off-season months.

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  Rainbow Ranch Lodge

  42950 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730, USA

  • Spaces for 300 Guests

  Rainbow Ranch Lodge sits along the Gallatin River in Gallatin Gateway, Montana, within reach of Big Sky and Yellowstone National Park. The property traces its roots to the late 1800s, when early homesteaders first shaped the Gallatin Canyon corridor, and has operated as a guest lodge since the 1920s. After a 2008 fire, the current owners undertook a full renovation and repositioned the lodge as a mountain retreat with an emphasis on weddings and private events — now hosting 25 to 30 weddings each year. The lodge accommodates up to 150 guests at events set against the Spanish Peaks and the Gallatin River, with riverside ceremony sites and reception spaces alongside 21 rooms and suites for overnight accommodations. A dedicated wedding coordinator supports events from initial planning through day-of execution. The Wild Caddis restaurant, recognized by Wine Spectator and OpenTable, offers seasonal Montana cuisine built from local ingredients, with private dining rooms available for rehearsal dinners and intimate group gatherings.

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  The Bar W Ranch

  2875 US-93, Whitefish, MT 59937, USA

  • Spaces for 400 Guests

  The Bar W Guest Ranch sits at the base of Spencer Mountain in western Montana, five miles west of Whitefish and approximately 25 minutes from Glacier Park International Airport. Pine-covered ridges surround the property, which encompasses Spencer Lake, a private trout pond, and a landscaped outdoor arena among its defining natural features. The ranch's 6,200-square-foot Main Lodge anchors the property and is joined by Original Cabin Suites, New Cabin Suites, glamping tents overlooking the meadow, and covered wagon accommodations — together creating a layered, self-contained setting. A 136-by-232-foot outdoor arena, a lakeside gazebo, and a ridgeline campfire site at Glacier View Ridge round out the gathering spaces, with Glacier National Park visible from the ridge. Activities available on the property include horseback riding, cattle drives, fly fishing, 3D archery, hatchet throwing, wagon rides, kayaking, paddleboarding, and evening programs including line dancing and rodeo events.

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