NEWS
Art Walks Kick Off THIS FRIDAY, June 9th!
06/05/2023
The Downtown Bozeman Association, Downtown Bozeman art galleries and retailers, and Emerson Center for the Arts and Culture are proud to present the 2023 Downtown Bozeman Art Walks. This year’s Art Walks will occur on the 2nd Friday of the month; June through September from 6 to 8 PM, with a special Winter Art Walk...
Music on Main 2023: LINEUP DROP
05/01/2023
The Downtown Bozeman Association is proud to present the 23rd Annual Music on Main summer concert series this summer in Historic Downtown Bozeman. Music on Main will be located on Main Street from Rouse to Black Ave. The fun begins at 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM on Thursday evenings from July 6th to August 10th...
Downtown Bozeman REwrap: Call for Art
04/07/2023
Calling all artists! The project, called Downtown Bozeman REwrap, aims to enhance the natural beauty of Downtown Bozeman by rewrapping the traffic signal cabinets that were originally covered in 2011/2012 with vinyl wrap images of the selected art. The wrapping will be done by Bozeman-based Clean Slate Group, which has managed similar projects in places...
Downtown Bozeman Alley Enhancement Project: Call for Art
04/06/2023
CALLING ALL ARTISTS… be a part of making downtown alleys beautiful! We’re excited to invite YOU to participate in the inaugural alley enhancement project! The Downtown Bozeman Partnership (DBP) is seeking artist proposals for: 1) two murals; 2) three sculptures; and 3) digital file that will be used to wrap a utility box for the...
Restaurant Week Punch Cards - Win Fabulous Prizes!
03/30/2023
Not only can you enjoy great eats and drinks, off-menu specials, and exclusive dining experiences in downtown Bozeman during Restaurant Week, but you also have the opportunity to win fabulous prizes from our local sponsors! We will be drawing 10 winners for prizes like single-night staycations at our incredible downtown hotels, local libations, and private...
Art Walks 2023: Business Registration
03/20/2023
It's time to get your business involved in 2023's Art Walks! Participating businesses will feature local artists from 6-8 PM and often provide hors d’oeuvres and complimentary refreshments to the visiting community members. This is a great opportunity to not only showcase your establishment, but also host local talent and ignite passion for multiple mediums...
Downtown Bozeman Restaurant Week 2023: Application Part 2
03/13/2023
Thank you for signing up for Downtown Bozeman Restaurant Week! You received this second application as an opportunity to share your Restaurant Week specials with us. Please only fill out specials for the categories in which you initially registered. Below are suggestions for how to get the absolute most out of Restaurant Week. PLEASE REVIEW...
Music on Main 2023: Sponsorship Opportunities
03/10/2023
Music on Main has undergone some serious growth! Between Bozeman's increasing population and the demand for quality production, Music on Main has been able to fill a unique niche in our community by providing a free live music experience open to everyone. Music on Main began in the summer of 2001 and featured only one...
Cruisin' on Main 2023: Food Vendor Application
03/09/2023
The 23rd Annual Cruisin' on Main Car Show in Downtown Bozeman will be Sunday, August 20th, 2023 from 9 AM - 2 PM! If you are interested in being a food vendor for this year's Cruisin' on Main Car Show, please complete the application below. Please note, vendor space is limited; we will review applications...
Music on Main 2023: Food Vendor Application
03/09/2023
Local and traveling food trucks and restaurants are invited to participate in Music on Main 2023. 2023's concert series will be held July 6th, July 13th, July 20th, July 27th, August 3rd, and August 10th. Please take a moment to review the rules below for how to participate. RULES, REGULATIONS, & VENDING POLICIES: Fees: The...
Music on Main 2023: Nonprofit Kids Activity Vendor Application
03/09/2023
Nonprofit organizations are invited to participate in Music on Main as a Nonprofit Kids Activity Vendor. Nonprofits can plan and facilitate a kids' activity to engage MoM's youth and bring awareness to their organization! 2023's concert series will be held July 6th, July 13th, July 20th, July 27th, August 3rd, and August 10th. Please take...
Cruisin' on Main Car Show 2023: Advance Online Vehicle Registration
03/02/2023
The Annual Cruisin' on Main Car Show is Sunday, August 20th, 2023 from 9 AM - 2 PM! It's the biggest and best car show in the region and it's time to register your vehicle! REGISTRATION DETAILS: Each vehicle MUST complete a separate registration form.Fees: The registration costs are listed below. You may pay online...
Downtown Bozeman Restaurant Week 2023: Application Part 1
02/14/2023
The 3rd Annual Downtown Bozeman Restaurant Week will be held Monday, April 24th – Sunday, April 30th. This event was created to feature and promote YOU – our downtown restaurants, bars, bakeries, tasting rooms, and eateries! The deadline to opt in is Friday, March 17th for up-to-date DBA Members*. Once we have form submissions from...
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02/02/2023
Have you been wondering how your business or organization can get their logo on those Tear-Off Maps all over town? Maybe you've noticed ads on Instagram, Facebook and our Newsletter highlighting various members? You've come to the right news article! The Downtown Bozeman Association is excited to be rolling out 2023-2024's Marketing Bundles! This popular...
Be Good to Bozeman
01/31/2023
The Be Good to Bozeman program was developed in conjunction with local nonprofits, and the Bozeman Convention and Visitors Bureau, as a collective effort to promote sustainable tourism, preserve what we hold near and dear within the Bozeman way of life and to take care of the place we love, for generations to come. For...
2023 Music on Main Band Application - THANKS FOR APPLYING!
01/09/2023
Downtown Bozeman is a special place to be on Thursday evenings in the summer! Crowds of over 3,000 locals and tourists alike fill the streets for a live music series - Music on Main! Music on Main, or MoM as its lovingly referred to, provides an opportunity for families and friends to enjoy food, fun...
Downtown Bozeman Association Board Member Application
01/09/2023
Do you work in Downtown Bozeman as business owner, manager, or passionate leader? The Downtown Bozeman Association currently has a board member vacancy! Please take a moment to fill out the form below if you are interested in applying. Please note, we currently meet the first Tuesday of every month at 8:30 AM in person...
Announcing the 42nd Annual Christmas Stroll Window Decorating Contest Winners!
12/14/2022
Every Christmas Stroll, the businesses of Downtown Bozeman are invited to participate in two fun ways: they can host an festive In-Store Activity during the Stroll or they may choose to enter our Window Decorating Contest! We had some great entries this year, please find the winners for each category below:Best Window Display - The...
Downtown Dollars Make a Great Gift!
12/13/2022
*With the Holidays quickly approaching, Downtown Dollars make the perfect gift! Order yours prior to Dec. 19th for the best chance of receiving them before the New Year! Downtown Dollars are a gift certificate good anywhere in Downtown Bozeman. From your favorite shopping retailer to all the downtown bars and restaurants to spa treatments, professional...
Second Annual Bikemas Event Starts Downtown
12/12/2022
Go Gallatin, a program at the Western Transportation Institute at MSU, the City of Bozeman and the Downtown Bozeman Partnership are collaborating to host the second annual “12 Days of Bikemas” event in downtown Bozeman from Dec. 13 through Dec. 24. This challenge promotes active transportation throughout the community and encourages people to visit Bozeman’s...
The 42nd Annual Christmas Stroll - Thank You to All & to All a Good Night!
12/06/2022
Last Saturday, Dec. 3rd was an amazing day for the community, filled to the brim with fun festivities! It started with an icy Santa Run, then our Bobcats mopped the floor with Weber State, and finally, the 42nd Annual Christmas Stroll in Downtown Bozeman commenced! Shout out to everyone who came out to participate! Let's...
Unofficial History of Downtown Bozeman Holiday Decorations
11/28/2022
Compiled by Travis Barton, December 2011 The following history of the Downtown Bozeman Holiday decorations was compiled through oral interviews with retired Bozeman Firefighters Geoff Hoell, Buck Hoell, Dave Miller, Dan Figgins, and Bruce Thompson. Day logs from the 1960’s and 1970’s were also consulted. Montana Crane also provided information on their involvement. The Downtown...
Introducing our new Operations Manager: Brynn Gestson!
11/23/2022
Please join us in welcoming our new Operations Manager, Brynn Gestson! The Operations Manager is an integral part of the Downtown Bozeman Partnership (DBP) team. The essential functions of the Operations Manager include both collaborating on the programs of the DBP and assisting with the projects and programs of the Downtown Bozeman Association (DBA)....
The Christmas Stroll Button - What's It All About?
11/09/2022
Have you been wondering what the deal is with those AWESOME Christmas Stroll Buttons? The 42nd annual Christmas Stroll is a long-standing tradition that hopes to continually bring our community together for a fun event that ushers in the Holiday Season. This FREE community event is 100% supported by our incredible business sponsors and the...
Announcing the 42nd Annual Christmas Stroll Poster Winner!
11/09/2022
The Downtown Bozeman Association presents: The 42nd Annual Christmas Stroll Poster Contest Winner! The Christmas Stroll has been one of the longest-standing Bozeman community traditions! This year, the Downtown Bozeman Association put out a “Call for Art” for the official Christmas Stroll Poster design. In addition to the notoriety of having their artwork featured, a...
Downtown Trick or Treating 2022 - PSA
10/08/2022
Downtown Trick or Treating 2022 Public Service Announcement Downtown Bozeman is the place to celebrate Halloween! Join us from 4-6 PM on Monday, October 31 for a spooktacular and safe evening of traditional trick-or-treating in downtown! Parents, let your kids enjoy the brisk outdoors for a little Halloween fun in Downtown Bozeman and gather goodies...
MSU Downtown Bozeman Pep Rally Friday, October 7th, 2022
09/30/2022
MSU and the Downtown Bozeman Association are proud to bring you the MSU/Downtown Homecoming Pep Rally 2022 Montana State University and the Downtown Bozeman Association will host the annual Downtown Homecoming Pep Rally on Friday, October 7th at the Main Street and Willson intersection beginning at 6 PM. Cheer on your Bobcat football team before...
Bozeman turns PNK for the month of October
09/30/2022
PNKBZN Highlights Breast Cancer Awareness Month Downtown Bozeman will turn PNK for the entire month of October with pink banners lining Main Street and window decorations at many of downtown’s retailers and restaurants. Participating businesses will offer "PNK Promotions" with funds going towards local organizations that provide resources and support for those in our community...
Bozeman Installs Public Art Installation Celebrating Inclusivity in Downtown Bozeman
09/26/2022
Bozeman Installs Public Art Installation Celebrating Inclusivity in Downtown Bozeman The City of Bozeman, Gender Equality Montana and the Downtown Bozeman Partnership are pleased to announce the completion of a public art installation created by local artists designed to provide a space for celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in Downtown Bozeman. Intersection(al) Art features a splash...
Thank You Downtown Flower Basket Sponsors
09/19/2022
Thank You! The Downtown Business Improvement District would like give a huge THANK YOU to all of our 2022 downtown flower basket sponsors and everyone who makes hanging the baskets possible each summer. We are beyond lucky to work with Oak Gardens Nursey who begins growing our 310+ hanging baskets each winter in their greenhouses...
Downtown Bozeman Association 2022 Fall/Winter Events Calendar
08/25/2022
The summer season has wrapped up, but our Downtown Bozeman events season carries into the fall and winter. Check out the great events happening downtown in months to come! PNKBZN – Full Month of October. PNKBZN, a community-wide campaign for the month of October, was the brainchild of local Bozeman organizations: Bozeman Health, Advanced Medical...
“Cruisin’ on Main” Car Show 2022 Winners
08/16/2022
Downtown Bozeman Association – 22nd Annual “Cruisin’ on Main” Car Show Winners The Downtown Bozeman Association, Cancer Support Community and our gracious our 2022 “Cruisin’ on Main” Sponsors: Premier – Ressler Motors Chevy Hotrod – Bozeman Health, KBZK, Les Schwab Tire Center Classic Car – State Farm, Napa Auto Parts, SCS Wraps Checkered Flag –...
Cat Walk THIS FRIDAY
08/16/2022
Montana State University and The Downtown Bozeman Association Will Host the 10th Annual Cat Walk Event Montana State University and the Downtown Bozeman Association will host the Tenth Annual Cat Walk on Friday, August 19th from 11:00am – 1:00pm on Main Street in Downtown Bozeman. MSU President Waded Cruzado, Champ, the MSU Spirit of the...
CALL FOR ART - Proposal Deadline Aug. 19
08/04/2022
The City of Bozeman is seeking proposals from artists to paint artistic designs within “bulbouts” at the intersections of Mendenhall/Black and Babcock/Black in downtown Bozeman. The purpose of the rainbow intersection art is to create a more vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming experience for all folks in the Bozeman community. The city intends to enter into...
August Events in Downtown Bozeman - Check them out!
08/02/2022
The month of August is BUSY in Downtown Bozeman!1) Make sure you come to the last Music on Main of the season THIS THURSDAY!2) This week, we also have the August Art Walk! Join us on Friday, August 12th from 6-8pm for another amazing night downtown.3) The MSU Community Cat Walk is Friday, August 19th...
Last Art Walk September 9th!
08/01/2022
The final Art Walk of the summer season is just around the corner! Join us on Friday, September 9th! We have over 30 participating galleries, retailers and even a few restaurants. The Art Walks occur on the 2nd Friday of the month; June through September and again for our “Winter” Art Walk in December from...
Downtown Bozeman's Summer Crazy Days July 22nd - July 23rd!
07/18/2022
The Downtown Bozeman Association and downtown merchants are proud to present the 2022 Crazy Days Summer Sidewalk Sale! Downtown Bozeman’s Summer Crazy Days event begins Friday, July 22nd and goes through Saturday, July 23rd. Times of the event will vary depending on individual business hours, typically 10 AM – 5 PM. Over 100 downtown merchants...
Flood Resources
06/20/2022
Our partners across southwest Montana have compiled a list of helpful websites for our neighbors and community members during this difficult time....
Introducing our new Program Director: Cache Perdue
06/14/2022
Please join us in welcoming our new Program Director, Cache Perdue! The Program Director spearheads the projects and programs of the Downtown Bozeman Association (DBA). The purpose of the Downtown Bozeman Association (DBA) is to promote Downtown Bozeman as a center of business, culture, and entertainment. Conduct and promote activities and events that build a...
2022 Music on Main Lineup Announced!
05/17/2022
The Downtown Bozeman Association is proud to present the 22nd Annual Music on Main summer concert series this summer in Historic Downtown Bozeman. We are excited to announce our 2022 lineup! Mark your calendars and get ready for a rockin' summer! 2022 MUSIC ON MAIN LINEUP Upcoming Dates & Times July 7, 2022 @ 6:30pm...
Downtown Bozeman Flower Basket Sponsorship
04/26/2022
For many years, the Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) has decorated Main Street for the summer season with gorgeous baskets of Super Petunias. Once again we are offering a sponsorship opportunity for your business to show its support of the BID’s beautification efforts. Please consider sponsoring 2, 4 or 6 flower baskets. In return, your...
Paid Parking Engagement Sessions
03/09/2022
City of Bozeman Community Engagement Downtown Parking On February 1, 2022, Staff presented a work session to the City Commission recommending the City of Bozeman implement a seasonal paid parking system to manage demand on the downtown parking system and to construct additional parking supply (i.e. garages, additions to the current garage). The recommendation was...
Downtown Bozeman Partnership Annual Report
02/14/2022
Fiscal Year 2021 was a challenging, yet exciting year for the Downtown Bozeman Partnership. After a difficult year getting through the height of the pandemic, the DBP welcomed some necessary and refreshing changes in 2021 including many internal staffing transitions and facilitating the return of many of our beloved Downtown Bozeman events and programming after...
How do you feel about Paid Parking in Downtown Bozeman?
02/10/2022
How do you feel about Paid Parking in Downtown Bozeman? – There has been recent progression, at the city level, towards instituting a Paid Parking Program in Downtown Bozeman. We know this is not only a sensitive issue for downtown businesses, employees, stakeholders, and the Bozeman Community. Please take a moment to update yourself on...
Cheer on the MSU Bobcat Football Team at the FCS national football championship!
01/07/2022
BOZEMAN – Montana State will take on the North Dakota State Bison on Saturday, Jan. 8, for the 2021 FCS national football championship. It is the Bobcats’ first national title appearance since 1984. Kickoff is at 10 a.m. Mountain time at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas. Watch or listen to the game at home TV...
Downtown Dollars - A User Guide for Shoppers and Downtown Businesses
01/07/2022
It's the post-holiday season in Downtown Bozeman, so there's a very good chance you're seeing more and more Downtown Dollars in circulation. In fact, we sold over $100,000 of Downtown Dollars leading up to the holidays! So whether you're a lucky gift recipient or a downtown business, we have you covered! Here's how to make...
New Things in the New Year
01/04/2022
As many know, Downtown Bozeman is everchanging. With the New Year, comes new things in our district. We have compiled a short list of changes that have happened or will be happening soon. Head downtown and check them out!...