My Favorite Montana Concert Venue, and a Few Others
I ve said for quite a while now that I think that the Toby Keith concert next month is going to sell out. The people that I talk to give me the distinct impression that they are ready let off a little steam, drink a few beers and then help Toby sing Red Solo Cup.
One of my favorite things about where we live is how small the population is. And generally, to be able to afford a nice outdoor music venue, you need a bigger population to draw from.
That s how it used to be. The Kettlehouse Amphitheater in Bonner, just East of Missoula is a great concert venue. I think that it seats about 4,500 people and it s a beautiful venue to see a concert. It s located right on the river. But if you ever attend a show there, park on the main street, not inside the fenced area. It takes a very long time to get out if you do.
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Some music lovers plan their summer vacation around Rockin The Rivers, and if you ve never been to the show, it s a great time. Attendees often opt to camp on-site for all three days, a smart choice if you like to drink at the concerts. Seriously, don t even attempt to drive buzzed from the event. The MHP and Jefferson County Sheriff s Office keep an attentive eye on traffic leaving the venue and driving the winding, two-lane highway back to Three Forks in the dark is just asking for trouble.
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There isn t a ton of stuff do on-site during the daytime and if you get bored strolling from camper-to-camper in the dusty, hot field, you can always venture down the road to Lewis and Clark Caverns. Other options include heading to the nearby Jefferson River for floating, swimming or fishing. Virginia City and Bannack are about an hour drive to the south.