APRIL: NILE (Northern International Livestock Exposition) Bull Riders Invitational. This event brings together the top cowboys and the toughest bulls for two nights of heart-stopping action.

JUNE: Custer's Last Stand Reenactment. This celebration takes place in Hardin, honoring the anniversary of the historic Battle of the Little Bighorn, site of Custer's Last Stand.

JULY: Summer Fair. Outdoor arts and crafts fair, featuring some of the region's most accomplished artisans.

AUGUST: MontanaFair. Montana's largest event features a carnival, top name performers, rodeos, horse racing and midway acts.

DECEMBER: Christmas Stroll. Browse unique western stores and boutiques and antique malls while strolling historic downtown. Vendors, carolers, carriage rides and special holiday tours of the historic Moss Mansion, decked out for the holidays.