Jul 20, 2026 Join MEIC at Wild Montana’s Bands for Lands — a summer concert series at the historic Bluestone building in Helena — that brings together live music, local beer, and a shared love for Montana’s wild places. On July 20, MEIC and Prickly Pear Land Trust are partnering with Wild Montana for the evening to celebrate the lands and communities we’re working to protect. We’ll gather for good tunes from MEIC’s very own, Nick Fitzmaurice, enjoy cold drinks and good food, and a chance to chat with MEIC and Prickly Pear Land Trust! Live Music from Nick Fitzmaurice 6–8 p.m. on July 20. FREE & FAMILY-FRIENDLY. Bring a chair, your friends, and your love for wild places. Beer, wine, and sodas available for purchase from Rialto Bar (no outside alcohol, please). Learn more and see the full lineup on Wild Montana’s website. Helena | July 20, 6 pm | Historic Bluestone House, 80 S. Warren Street Jul 29, 2026 Join us for a summer gathering in Bozeman! Connect with fellow MEIC members and supporters, enjoy some light refreshments, and hear updates on our work. Bring a friend or neighbor! Please RSVP to Denise at drothbarber@meic.org When: Wednesday, July 29 @ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Where: The Sidecar (544 E Main St Unit B, Bozeman, MT 59715) Aug 14, 2026 Event Details: Buy tickets to the game at a discounted rate using our direct link! Join MUD and other Missoula-based organizations at the Paddleheads Stadium for our Sustainability Fair! This is a great chance to get to know the sustainable businesses in town, while also enjoying America’s pastime. Vendors will be set up around the stadium, tabling with activities and information about their organizations. Learn more here. Aug 18, 2026 Join us for a summer gathering in Missoula! Connect with fellow MEIC members and supporters, enjoy some light refreshments, and hear updates on our work. Bring a friend or neighbor! Please RSVP to Denise at drothbarber@meic.org When: Tuesday, August 18 @ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Where: The Sidecar (225 W Front St, Missoula, MT 59802) Oct 3, 2026 The 11th Annual Helena Sun Run will take place Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Smith Elementary School (2320 5th Ave). Click here for the RunSignUp registration page. The goal of the event is to support clean energy and climate solutions in Montana’s capital city. This year’s event will help complete the fundraising for a 50-kW solar photovoltaic array at Smith School. Donations can be made at the following link: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/MT/Helena/HelenaRunfortheSun The 1-mile starts at 10:00 (this event is untimed); The timed 5k starts at 10:30. Commemorative swag item to the first 200 to register. Registration is FREE for kids 12-and-under! For more information, contact Race Co-Directors Joel Harris (406-670-3319) or Patrick Judge (406-459-5838), info@vigilanterunning.org Helena | October 3, 10 am | Smith Elementary School, 2320 5th AveJul 2026
Bands for Lands
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
MEIC Summer Social: Bozeman
5:30 PM - 7:30 PMAug 2026
MUD Sustainability Fair at the Ballpark!
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
MUD’s 20th Annual Sustainability Fair celebrates Sustainability and Resilience, bringing together local businesses, nonprofits, and all Missoulians eager to learn how we can improve the planet and our everyday lives. You’re invited to join the fun at this family-friendly event showcasing all that Missoula’s sustainable community has to offer!MEIC Summer Social: Missoula
5:30 PM - 7:30 PMOct 2026
Helena Sun Run
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
On-site packet pick-up opens at 9:00.
Have an event that you think may align with MEIC’s mission? Contact us at meic@meic.org, and we will consider posting it to our events calendar.
Also check out the Conservation Calendar for more Montana events.
