This two-day FREE festival features first-class art and entertainment for both residents and visitors.

With live performances on a big stage on West Main Street, a fine art show, entertainment for children and families, and a 4-Mile run through the heart of Missoula, Roots Fest brings a weekend of family fun to the heart of the community.

Live Music:

Friday, August 25, 2023

12:30pm – Kids’ Rock Bands

2:30pm – Joan Zen

4:30pm – Soul Funk Collective

6:30pm  – Taj Weekes & Adowa

8:30pm – Super Chikan

Saturday, August 26, 2023

12:30pm – Cowboy Andy & the Salamanders

2:30pm – Fireside Collective

4:30pm – Laney Lou & the Bird Dogs

6:30pm – Big Richard

8:30pm – The Travelin’ McCourys

Art Show:

Earth without Art would be eh…and so would Roots Fest! Discover art made by local and regional artists from pottery to leathergoods, paintings to jewelry. Support local artists and bring home something unique. Open Friday 12pm -7pm and Saturday 10am – 7pm.

August 26, 2023

8:30AM: 4-Mile Roots Run

Our region’s largest arts and music festival showcases the gem of Western Montana – Downtown Missoula. This event, a unique public/private partnership, celebrates Missoula Downtown’s success and provides an opportunity to highlight some of Missoula’s most recently-developed attractions.

Start E. Main, Finish Caras Park

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Fest Date: August 25 - 26, 2023

Location: Downtown Missoula, MT

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