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Free things to do in Bozeman

5 kinds of free outings in and around Bozeman.

Good days out in Bozeman don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.

Parks

101 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.

  • Ferguson Park3.1 mi from downtown
  • Creekside0.3 mi from downtown
  • Beall Park0.3 mi from downtown
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Libraries

Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.

  • Bozeman Public Library626 E Main Street
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Historic places

51 landmarks on the National Register, many easy to see on a walk.

  • First Presbyterian Church, Bozeman
  • Hotel BaxterBuilt 1929
  • Bon Ton Historic District
See all 51 →

Hiking

Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.

  • Custer Gallatin National Forest0 mi south
  • Lower Hyalite Group9 mi south
  • Langohr Campground10 mi south
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Wildlife viewing

Birding and nature watching on public land.

  • Custer Gallatin National Forest0 mi south
  • Lower Hyalite Group9 mi south
  • Langohr Campground10 mi south
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Around town

Bozeman Public Library ok
Bozeman Public Library okHalisdarkstone · CC BY-SA 4.0
Cooper Block (Black Building), Main Street, Bozeman, MT
Cooper Block (Black Building), Main Street, Bozeman, MTw_lemay · CC BY-SA 2.0
Bozeman City Hall
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Questions

What are free things to do in Bozeman?

Parks, Libraries, Historic places, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.

Are there free events in Bozeman this weekend?

Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.

Do I need a library card to use the library?

No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.

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