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Missoula has many nicknames, perhaps because it means something special to each of us. From its diverse population and rich cultural events to a foodie’s paradise and — of course — the great outdoors, there’s something for everyone here. But don’t take our word for it — see for yourself.
The great indoors — also greater than ever
Craving a cultural experience? In Missoula you never have to look far. Some days you’ll
find nationally touring musicians playing at one of our top-ranked concert venues;
other times you might spend the afternoon exploring local galleries and art installations.
Missoula is truly the cultural capital of Montana.
Missoula loves a celebration and we're not shy about throwing a party and inviting the whole town. Whether we're soaking up the end of summer with free live music at River City Roots, supporting avalanche awareness at Pray for Snow, dedicating the new Bear Tracks bridge in honor of the Séliš people or marking UM's Homecoming, Missoula takes community, tradition – and fun – seriously.
Mountain biking Mecca
Enjoy climbing (and descending) on two wheels? You’ll love the trails around Blue
Mountain Recreation Area on the south end of town. Gorgeous views are a given here, and with 41 miles of trails, cyclists of all skill levels can up their game.
A documentarian's dream
For documentary buffs, there’s no better place to be in February than at the Big Sky
Documentary Film Festival. Not only is it the largest cinema event in Montana, it’s host to hundreds of non-fiction films from around the globe.
Best in the world
Spanning an entire city block in downtown, the new Missoula Public Library opened
in 2021 and was declared the “World’s Best Public Library” of 2022. The Missoula Public
Library is the first library from North America to win this award.
“Locally sourced” is pretty much the standard here — and it has been for years. Dining out in Missoula is always the start of something delicious, whether you go for artisanal chocolates, curry made by refugee chefs or St. Louis-style BBQ.
Get caffeinated
Organic coffee with a sustainable footprint? Done. Black Coffee Roasting Co. is a local favorite known for their ethically produced craft coffee from around the globe. Did we mention it tastes amazing?
Fuel up at Front Street
Front Street Pizza: home of steaming-hot slices and whole pies, addicting garlic knots and rich New York cheesecake. Located just across the river from campus, Front Street
is a student favorite.
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