Missoula Events March-April
- Mar 18
- 2 min read
Missoula is a remarkably vibrant community for animal lovers. We have found the majority of our community owns some sort of animal. With our beautiful backdrops and a shared commitment to animal welfare, Missoula is a very pet friendly city.
In the coming weeks and months, local non-profit partners and animal advocates have an array for events scheduled. We wanted to start to highlight some events near you that you might be interested in! So welcome to our new monthly newsletter to highlight just that!
🎭 MardiPaws Missoula (Dog-Friendly!)
📅 March 20, 2026
📍 Missoula, MT
A fun Mardi Gras–themed dog parade and fundraiser with costumes, community vibes, and support for local animal organizations
Dancing, live music by the Tom Cats and 406, 50/50 raffles. All proceeds for directly to benefiting the shelter and statewide pet feeding programs of AniMeals🐾
🏃♀️ Brewery 5K Fun Run (Dog-friendly!)
📅 April 4, 2026
📍 Bonner (right outside Missoula)
Dogs are welcome to run/walk the 5K with you, then hang out on the brewery patio after
Super casual vibe: think exercise + beer + dogs
Part of a recurring series hosted near KettleHouse Brewing Company
📅 April 18, 2026 11:30am
📍 Downtown Missoula
Starts at 11:30am. Walk, hope or crawl down Higgins towards the XXXX's!
Outdoor, live music, food vendors and fun activities.
Can't make any of the events? No worries! You can stop by one Missoula's many welcoming patios. If you are downtown, Iron Horse Brew Pub is a classic choice, offering a great front patio where your dog can join you for a meal. For BBQ fans, The Notorious P.I.G. BBQ welcomes well-behaved companions at the picnic tables on their covered patio. Many of our renowned breweries, like Tamarack Brewing Company and Great Burn Brewing, have designated outdoor seating areas where you can sample local craft beer with your furry friend by your side. For a sweet treat, a walk-up window at Big Dipper Ice Cream on the Hip Strip is a top Missoula experience, plus they offer your dog a cone too!
Just remember the proper etiquette for your pet. No jumping, tangling leashes and be midnful if someone doesn't look like they want their pet to say hello to yours. Missoula’s unique charm lies in how seamlessly our animals fit into our daily lives, and these venues and events are a testament to that incredible bond.
Keep an eye out every month for our events newsletter!
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