Free for All: There's No Need to Spend Money to Have a Good Time
It's wonderful when a community comes together for fun
, entertaining, and educational events. Great Falls, Montana seems to be one community that does this well and often. The First Friday Art Walk is a great example of one of these events. On the first Friday of every month, local businesses, restaurants, and galleries stay open later than usual for this celebration of local artists and retailers.
Another free public event that runs from September through May is the Foreign and Independent Film Series, presented by the Great Falls Public Library. Films are shown on the first Wednesday of each month, as well as the next Saturday. Some of the films may not be suitable for all audiences, but the library provides brochures explaining the content of each week's movie.
The Central Montana Astronomy Society, along with the USDA Forest Service, hosts a monthly star party from September through April. The Star Party Extravaganza is held at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center. Learn how Lewis and Clark used the stars as nighttime guidance on their trek across the country. Telescopes are set up for public star viewing. Montana isn't called Big Sky Country for no reason! Experts provide explanations about the big, beautiful night sky.
During the Christmas season, locals and visitors to Great Falls can enjoy the annual Christmas Stroll and Parade of Lights, organized by the Downtown Great Falls Association. Food vendors and live entertainers are present, as well as a Santa's Village to delight children of all ages. Buying an official button promoting the Christ Stroll enters you into a drawing for prizes from local businesses. The Downtown Great Falls Association also awards one winner a $100 gift certificate to spend in any of the downtown shops.
There are also plenty of free things for visitors and residents of Great Falls, MT to do year round. Hiking, biking, running, and walking on the many trails located throughout the city and the surrounding national parks is a wonderful way to spend any afternoon when the weather is nice. During the summer, floating or canoeing down the Missouri River is a nice way to spend a lazy day. You'll want to visit the five waterfalls for which Great Falls is named.
Frequent festivals and free entertainment can be found throughout Great Falls during any given month. Whether you are a local or a visitor, be sure to check out the next free event, and take advantage of good, clean community fun!
Free for All: There's No Need to Spend Money to Have a Good Time
By: Becky Kelley
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