Montana Gift Corral Blog

You’re ready for a change. That call for something new and fun and different has become too loud to ignore. So, where do you go? Does Montana hold what you’re looking for? It does for a lot of people. Maybe you saw a special about Montana on TV once or maybe your family visited on vacation years back. Whatever the reason, it’s hard to deny the pull of beautiful Big Sky Country. However, once you set your sights on moving here, you definitely want to do your research. 

Finding something to do in Bozeman may be tough for those who are not from the area or when it comes to dealing with so many good options. Bozeman has many activities from the mountaineer to the avid shopper, but what makes the BEST day in Bozeman?

    Let’s be honest, Bozeman can be pretty expensive, but that’s what happens when a city is rapidly growing. But don’t worry! There are plenty of fun things to do in Bozeman that don’t require you to break the bank. Check out this week’s blog full of fun and exciting things you can do on even the strictest of budgets!

With summer on it's way and so much breathtaking scenery around us, an outdoor adventure is surely something you have planned! But before you answer the mountains call, make sure you have everything you need. You never know what could happen in the Montana wilderness!

    I’m sure you’ve heard of this thing called “The Bozeman Vibe” in one form or another. Maybe you’ve heard some MSU freshmen claiming Bozeman is nothing like the small town they grew up-in in Northern Montana. Maybe you’ve heard some older residents lamenting the “Old Bozeman” and have seen the graffiti declaring “Bring Back the Old Bozeman!” on some of the older and run down buildings. But what is the “Bozeman Vibe”?

    It’s April 6th and you have absolutely no idea why your Montana friends are partying right now. Is it someone’s birthday? A historic event? Religious holiday? Nope! Montanans are celebrating today because April 6th can be written as 4-06, or 406. Which means that as far as Montanan’s are concerned, it's the perfect date to celebrate Montana Day! But why 406? And how exactly are Montanans celebrating this day?

Bozeman is a brilliant place to live, but since not everyone is lucky enough to call it home, visiting it is the next best thing! And with so many things to do in bountiful Bozeman and only so much time to do them, you shouldn’t have to worry about where you’re going to stay. So this week the Montana Gift Corral has gathered a list of some of Bozeman’s best hotels, motels and hostels to stay at while you explore our wonderful mountain city!

Bozeman has seen some historic growth in breweries and distilleries the last ten years or so, providing visitors and residents ample opportunities to enjoy some of the best beverages anywhere. While all of Bozeman's drink spots have their strengths, here are five of our favorites for you to explore.

    Are you looking to have a wonderful night on the town, Bozeman-style? But what does a night on the town look like in Bozeman? Lots! From clubs with flashing lights and bass-dropping music to dive bars with a classic cowboy feel, Bozeman has it all! Check out the Montana Gift Corral’s blog this week on five unique and interesting watering holes in Bozeman! From classics that everyone’s been to a time or two to speakeasies that just opened, there’s something for everyone in beautiful Bozeman!

As of Today, March 7th we only have two weeks left until Spring! And that means new leaves, new buds, new baby animals, and new Montana Gift Corral products! The Montana Gift Corral is dedicated to helping build and spread a community based on a passion for Montana and the beautiful outdoors. One of the ways we do this best is by constantly connecting with local artisans and vendors to continue to provide you with a wide range of affordable Montana merchandise! This week we wanted to give a shoutout to some of our newest products just in time for everything else that is new this season!