Good morning, Billings.

Project Christmas Miracle in Billings is finishing its sixth holiday season as volunteers assemble fully decorated tree kits including ornaments, tree skirts, and stockings to bring Christmas joy to families in need.

The nonprofit has helped more than 350 families since 2020 and plans to expand its reach statewide.

Billings Heights hosts a pop-up holiday market at the former Big Lots building (1515 Main St), where about 30 local vendors showcase handmade goods through Dec.

23. Organizers plan to expand to 50 vendors later this month to support local businesses amid rising costs.

Montana Cross Community Reconciliation celebrated seven years on Saturday with a peace-building seminar featuring speakers like Billings Mayor Bill Cole at the Community Leadership and Development building (24 So.

29th St), where the self-funded project offers free monthly dialogue sessions to foster cultural understanding.

Residents gathered in downtown Billings (the city's festive hub) on Friday evening for the annual Holiday Stroll, enjoying seasonal lights and community cheer.

Sioux Fast Horse, an MSU Billings automotive technology student who raises three children and works at a grocery store, was named to the 2025 Generation Hope Student Parent Advocacy Alliance as the first from her school and will help student parents by recommending flexible class schedules and sharing resources.

The Bureau of Land Management launched its One Dollar, One Tree program to help local families purchase Christmas tree and firewood permits for $1 until January 31.

Permits are available in person at selected field offices to support wildfire prevention.

Billings' first all-girls high school hockey team is making history at Centennial Ice Rink by boosting girls hockey and raising funds for a new girls locker room that will open next year.

Red Lodge Mountain welcomed over 1,000 skiers on Saturday after a delayed opening and improved its slopes by pumping water from the Grizzly Peak pond for snow making — more snow guns will be added soon to keep the seven open runs in service through the week despite forecasted warm temperatures.

Rockin’ for Rimrock Benefit Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Pub Station — $59.15 — Enjoy a night of live music and community support for recovery and hope.

Mark O'Connor Christmas Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — $42.00, $32.00; $17.00 Student — Enjoy a festive evening of holiday classics and original compositions by the acclaimed fiddler Mark O'Connor and his ensemble.

Yule-Aissance

Yule-Aissance is a two-day holiday Renaissance festival where knights, pirates, fae, and festive folk gather for shopping, entertainment, and seasonal delights. From Krampus and Father Christmas to dancing, classes, and costumes, it’s a magical winter experience for the whole family

SCB's Nutcracker Ballet Performances

9:00 – 11:30 PM — 1500 N 30th St, Billings, MT — Tickets available at the studio or online — Experience a brand new local ballet featuring all new choreography and local talent.

Candlelight: Tribute to Adele

6:30 p.m. — Billings Depot — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Adele's music under candlelight with a string quartet.

A Christmas Carol Performance

7:30 p.m. — Alberta Bair Theater — $20.00-$77.00 — Experience a festive musical adaptation of Dickens’ classic with an audience singalong of beloved carols.

Parker Brown and The Bleeding Hearts Concert

6:30-10 p.m. — The Pub Station — $19.15 — Experience a night of versatile musical talent with Parker Brown and special guest Jennaka Beartusk.

Wretches And Kings

7-8:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — $28.65 to $49.15 — Enjoy live performances from Montana’s top tribute bands, Wretches and Kings and Hang Em High.

Riley Haynie Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Pub Station — Ages 21+ — Experience the soulful Americana sounds of Riley Haynie with special guests No Cigar and Gallatin Ghost Train.

Midnight Over Montana - A New Year's Eve Celebration

7 PM - 1 AM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Billings — Ticket price includes buffet and champagne toast — Celebrate New Year's Eve with breathtaking views, live music, and a globally inspired menu.