RELOCATION GUIDE
Billings to Montana’s Trailhead
We know you will enjoy the business focused, familyfriendly quality of life with access to some of the most beautiful backcountry in the nation. Billings is a growing community and plays a positive, vital role as the leader in the region of multiple industries, including energy, agriculture, healthcare and education.
Billings is the largest city in Montana with a city limit population of 117,445 and a population growth rate of 1.7%. It’s within Yellowstone County, and is the largest metropolitan and trade area in a 500-mile radius.
Whether relocating your business or your family, you’ll find Billings, Montana to be a thriving, historic, and culturally diverse community offering a strong economy and business climate, an abundance of outdoor activities, a dynamic arts and culture scene, all with fantastic schools and seasoned with local charm.
Billings’ residents have passion, a commitment to their community, and an ability to do business locally, regionally and internationally and still hike, bike and ski at a moment’s notice. Billings is Montana’s Trailhead – it’s a beginning to all those things you want to do in life: start your career, pivot a business, grow your family, take a vacation, or enjoy your golden years. If you can think of it, it can begin in Billings.
Ask residents what they love about Billings and you’ll
receive responses about the friendly people who make up this great community. With a resilient economy, quality education, exceptional medical opportunities, solid housing market, historic culture and leisure ventures, you will find Billings the perfect place to work, play and thrive.
Billings has balance. It’s large enough to experience the community at your own pace, but small enough to run into friends at the grocery store. It has a welcoming spirit that is inclusive while celebrating the unique diversity that makes up our western culture. And Billings is strong, with a variety of economic pillars, good business, low unemployment and amenities that boost quality of life. Billings is energetic and growing, embracing its heritage while looking forward to the future.
The Billings Chamber proudly manages Visit Billings and Visit Southeast Montana.
BillingsChamber.com
VisitBillings.com
SoutheastMontana.com
See us before you arrive!
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WELCOME TO
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TOP INVESTORS BIG SKY LEVEL
GRANITE PEAK LEVEL
Broad Reach Power DiA Events
MSU Billings
MSU Billings Foundation
NorthWestern Energy Radio Billings
Summit Fire & Security US Bank
BEARTOOTH LEVEL
Montana’s Rib & Chop House
NonStop Local Northern Hotel
Outwest Lighting LLC
Par Montana
PayneWest Insurance
Pediatric Therapy Clinic Phillips 66
Purple Cow Dispensary
Restore Hyper Wellness Sanctuary LLC
Security National Mortgage Company
Shotcrete Montana, LLC
Sibanye - Stillwater
Sparkling Clean Stink Blossom TDS Fiber
Hilton
Downtown Family Pharmacy
EBMS
Entre Technology Services
Gratitude in Action
HDR Engineering
Holiday Station Stores
Kampgrounds of America
Komatsu
KTVQ-TV (Q2)
MaxFab Consulting
Midway Auto & RV
Montana Outlaw BBQ, LLC
Montana Trailhead Inn
Montana-Dakota Utilities Co.
Published by: THE BILLINGS GAZETTE
Project Management:
KELSI GAMBILL, MSPR, CTA
Creative Designer: THE BILLINGS GAZETTE
Advertising Sales:
The Western Sugar Cooperative
The Winning Leadership Company
Urapeein Porta Pots
Valley Credit Union
Vertex Consulting Group Voyage Marketing
Walmart
Walmart Heights
Western Security Bank, Downtown
Western Skies Strategies
Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Contact Toby Walker with the Billings Chamber at 406-869-3738 or the Billings Gazette Advertising Department at 406-657-1370
Photo Contributors:
BILLINGS CHAMBER, VISIT BILLINGS, KELSI
GAMBILL, MSPR, CTA
www.billingschamber.com
PO Box 31177
Billings MT 59107-1177 406-245-4111
BILLINGS RELOCATION GUIDE 4 contents sections WELCOME TO BILLINGS • 2 5 Letter from Chamber President/CEO 6 National Recognition for Billings RELOCATION RESOURCES • 8 8 Vehicle Registration 8 Driver Registration 9 Hunting & Fishing Licenses 9 School & Voter Registration 10 Childcare 10 Local Government 10-11 Business Resources THINGS TO DO • 12 13 Retail 15-17 Dining 18-19 Entertainment ECONOMY • 20 20-21 Overview 22-23 Agriculture 24 Transportation 25 Business Resources EDUCATION • 26 27 Billings Schools 28 Higher Education HOUSING • 29 29-30 Real Estate 29-30 Apartments & Extended Stay HEALTHCARE • 31 32 Hospitals 32-33 Medical Groups/Senior Living/ Healthcare Services/Wellness PARKS & RECREATION • 35 36 Overview 36 Programming and Trails 37-38 Recreation and Fitness TOURISM • 40 39 Lodging 40-51 Visit Billings 52-53 Visit Southeast Montana IT’S IN BILLINGS • 55-59 55-57 Billings Events 58 Billings Chamber Events 59 Billings Chamber Programs & Committees Albertsons 406 Disaster Response 406 Window Company Albertsons District Office Bespoke of Montana Big Sky Economic Development Big Sky Way, LLC Billings Outlaws 2.0 By All Means Cabela’s Ft. Bass Pro Shops Century 21 Hometown Brokers - Shiloh Office Chase Bank - Heights Computers Unlimited Crowley Fleck PLLP DaKava House Denny Menholt Chevrolet DoubleTree By
BILLINGS IS
CHAMBER STAFF
John Brewer, CAE
President & CEO
Jennifer Reiser, CCE, IOM
Chief Operating Officer
Megan Stevenson
Finance Director
Daniel J. Brooks
Business Advocacy Director
Cathy Grider
Workforce Development Manager
YOUR CHAMBER IS LEADING THE WAY.
WELCOME TO BILLINGS, MONTANA’S TRAILHEAD
With over 150,000 area residents, Billings is Montana’s city. Shaped by the Yellowstone River and sheltered by the sandstone Rimrocks, Billings is the leader in regional commerce, providing healthcare, transportation, exceptional shopping experiences, educational opportunities, and diverse cuisine, arts and culture to over 500,000 people throughout the region.
This is a place of forever views, endless memories and the adventure of the untamed wilderness right outside our front door. Explore trails along the Yellowstone, ride your bike atop the Rimrocks, or stroll through one of our many parks.
Billings connects you with warm, genuine, hard-working people who have a uniquely Montana perspective – and who take the time to look you in the eye and welcome you as one of their own. This is the land that embraces a diversity of populations. The Northern Cheyenne and Crow Indian Nations with unique languages, cultures and traditions, are an integral part of our community.
Billings is also the place where you will find fingerprints from the Old West, from William Clark leaving his signature as he passed through with the Lewis and Clark Expedition, to Calamity Jane raising a ruckus right here in downtown Billings.
Billings is a special place to live, work, and recreate. From here, you can travel back in time, or experience local culture and tradition all with a friendly smile and a welcoming spirit. The choice is yours, so get ready for the trek of a lifetime as you start your next adventure in Billings – Montana’s Trailhead.
Welcome,
John Brewer, CAE
President & CEO Billings Chamber of Commerce
Isiac Hammer
Business Development Manager
Jack Jennaway
Business Advocacy Coordinator
Katie Shafer
Finance Specialist
Kelsi Gambill, MSPR, CTA
PR & Communications Manager
Kyra Cousins, CTA
Member & Operations Specialist
Toby Walker
Member Recruitment Manager
VISIT BILLINGS STAFF
Alex Tyson, IOM, CATP, CTA
Executive Director
Alyson Eggart, MSPR, CATP
Leisure Marketing Director
Luke Ashmore, PDM, CATP, CTA
Special Projects & Programs Manager
Evan Decker, PDM, CATP, CTA, STS, Sports Tourism Manager
VISIT SOUTHEAST MONTANA STAFF
Brenda Maas
Marketing Director
Melanie Willardson
Marketing Specialist
2023-2024 BOARD OFFICERS
Jeremy Vannatta – Chair - PayneWest Insurance
Debbie Potter – Vice Chair - Eide Bailly
Jess Peterson – Treasurer - Western Skies Strategies
Julie Seedhouse – Past Chair -
Century 21 Hometown Brokers
BILLINGS CHAMBER
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Toby O’Rourke – KOA, Inc.
Bryce Terpstra – Jones Construction
Carmelita Dominguez – Montana
Allergy & Asthma Specialists
Sean Lynch – The Pub Station/1111 Presents
Spencer Frederick – Stockman Bank
Jennifer Alderfer – St. Vincent Healthcare
Heather McDowell – Sibanye Stillwater
Brian Brown – First Interstate Bank
Becky Bey – KLJ
William Henry – Be Better World
Lilly Corning – Corning Companies
Dusty Eaton – A&E Design
Steve Wahrlich – Best Western Plus Clocktower Inn
Nick Steen – Walkers
EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS
Chris Kukulski – City of Billings
Dr. Erwin Garcia – Billings Public Schools
Dr. Stefani Hicswa – MSU Billings
Dr. Bob Wilmouth – Rocky Mountain College
Leonard Smith – Native American Development Corporation
Steve Arveschoug – Big Sky Economic Development
Katy Easton – Downtown Billings Alliance
Abbey Wink – PayneWest Insurance
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NATIONAL
2022
• First LEED Certified City In Montana Scoring Gold – US Green Building Council
• Top 10 Best Places to Live in Montana (#3) – Money Research Collective
• Top 15 US Cities To Start A Business In (#9) – Forbes
• Top 10 Emerging Housing Markets (#5) – Wall Street Journal/Realtor.com
• Top Housing Market for Growth and Stability (#14) – SmartAsset
• Best Guy’s Trip in America for Adventure Buffs (#6) – Men’s Journal
• National Recognition Campaign – Stars & Stripes National Museum/Library & Learning Center
2021
• Best Cities for Road Trips in Montana –Insurify Insights
• Top Home-Buyer City in Montana –Insurify Insights
• Top Emerging Housing Market in U.S. (#4) – WSJ/realtor.com Emerging Housing Markets Index
2020
• Safest Cities: Safest Driving City in Montana – Insurify Insights
• Most Livable Mid-Sized Cities in the U.S. (#35) – SmartAsset
•Best Cities for Beer Drinkers (#34) – SmartAsset
• Most Fitness-Friendly city in Montana – Insurify Insights
• Top 50 Cities in the US for Most StartUp Businesses (#6) – AdvisorSmith
• Top 10 Home Base Cities for Road Trippers (#8) – Livability
2019
• Naming of the U.S. Navy’s Freedom Class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) as the U.S.S. Billings (LCS-15)
• Top 100 Best Places to Live (#24) – Livability
• Top 10 Craft Beer Cities Around the U.S. (#5) – Livability
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PL ACES OF
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
Chapel of Hope
2425 US Hwy 87
Billings, MT 59101
406-256-2328
www.billingshope.com
BAPTIST
Emmanuel Baptist Church (SBC)
328 S. Shiloh Rd. Billings, MT 59106
406-652-3161
www.myemmanuel.net
First Baptist Church (ABCUSA)
218 N 34th St. Billings, MT 59101
406-259-6546
fbcblgsmt.com
CATHOLIC
Mar y Queen of Peace
3411 3rd Ave. S. Billings, MT 59101
406-259-7611
www.mar yqueenofpeacebillings.org
St. Bernard Catholic Church
226 Wicks Ln.
Billings, MT 59105
406-259-4350
www.stbernardblgs.org
St. Patrick Co- Cathedral
215 N. 31st St.
Billings, MT 59101
406-259-3389
www.stpatrickcocathedral.org
St. Pius X Parish
717 18th St. W
Billings, MT 59102
406-656-2522
www.stpiusxblgs.org
CATHOLIC (cont ’d)
St. Thomas the Apostle
2055 Woody Dr Billings, MT 59102
406-656-5800
www.stthomasbillings.org
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE
First Church of Christ Scientist
7 Burlington Ave. Billings, MT 59101
406-259-0535
Reading Room-2817 2nd Ave. N. 406-248-8661
In Person or Dial In to Ser vices: 1-877-333-3702, Conference Code 1234567
christiansciencechurchbillingsmt.org
EPISCOPAL
St. Luke’s Episcopal
119 N. 33rd Billings, MT 59101
406-252-7186
www.stlukesbillings.org
EVANGELICAL
Har vest Church
1235 West Wicks Lane
Billings, MT 59105
406-259-5648
www.har vestchurch.tv
FOURSQUARE
Faith Chapel
517 Shiloh Road
Billings, MT 59106
406-656-8780
www.faithchapel.cc
Word of Life Fellowship
1737 King Ave. W
Billings, MT 59102
406-655-2002
www.wordoflifebillings.org
JEWISH (UR J) Congregation
Beth Aaron 2031 Broadwater Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-248-6412
www.cbamt.org
LUTHER AN American Lutheran Church (ELCA)
5 Lewis Ave. Billings, MT 59101 406-252-4171
www.amluth.org
Christ The King Evangelical Lutheran (LCMS)
759 Newman Ln Billings, MT 59101 406-252-9250 www.ctkbillings.org
Trinit y Lutheran Church (LCMS) 537 Grand Ave. Billings, MT 59101 406-245-3984
www.trinitybillings.org
METHODIST
Billings First United Methodist Church
2800 4th Ave. N. Billings, MT 59101 406-245-3001 billingsfirst.org
Grace United Methodist
1935 Ave. B Billings, MT 59102 406-259-9711 www.graceumcbillings.org
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Faith Family Church
3608 Custer Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-281-3762
www.faithfamilybillings.com
PENTECOSTAL
Pentecostals of Billings
2939 Colton Blvd. Billings, MT 59102 406-652-2443 pobmt.org
PRESBY TERIAN (PCA)
Rock y Mountain Communit y Church
2832 Broadwater Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-259-7811 www.rmccmontana.org
PRESBY TERIAN (USA)
First Presby terian church 13th & Poly Billings, MT 59102 406-252-3434 www.fpcbillings.org
St. Andrew Presby terian Church 180 24th St. W Billings, MT 59102 406-656-9256 standrewbillings.org
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
May flower Congregational Church
2940 Poly Dr. Billings, MT 59102 406-656-5414
An Open and Af firming Just Peace Church
Where God is Still Speaking. mayflowerofbillings.com
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RELOCATION
To make it smooth and efficient for you as you relocate to the Billings area, we have gathered the following resources to make your transition simple and efficient. For information about relocating to Montana, visit the state’s website at https://montana. gov/residents. You can also reach out to the Billings Chamber of Commerce at (406) 245-4111 for additional information and guidance.
VEHICLE REGISTRATION
Under state law, all motor vehicles including motor homes; motorcycles and quadri-cycles; travel trailers; utility trailers; all-terrain vehicles; sailboats over 12 feet in length; motorboats, jet skis and other motorized vessels; and snowmobiles must be registered with the state. Pickup campers are an exception—they must be titled, but are not registered.
• New residents must apply for a Montana vehicle title and register their vehicles within 60 days of establishing residency.
• Montana residents moving to another county may continue to use their current plates until their annual registration renewal is due. The current registration and plates remain active until the registration expires.
• Please note, you must update your address with the MVD’s Driver Services Bureau within 10 days of moving.
• Non-resident military personnel stationed in Montana may register their vehicles in their home jurisdictions or in Montana, unless they are gainfully employed in Montana outside of their military duties. If they are gainfully employed outside those duties, they must title
and register their vehicles in Montana.
• Non-residents who are gainfully employed in Montana must present their current out-of-state vehicle registration to the county treasurer’s office. Taxes or fees in lieu of taxes are due, along with appropriate registration fees (U.S. funds only). Non-residents may choose to register by the calendar quarter. The vehicle must display the license plate or decal from both its home state and from Montana. For questions or appointments in Yellowstone County call the YC Motor Vehicle Department at (406) 2562833, or visit www.dojmt.gov/driving.
DRIVER’S LICENSE
Individuals with out-of-state licenses who wish to obtain a Montana driver license must:
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• For a standard driver’s license, you must apply within the first 60 days of living in Montana.
• If you are seeking a commercial license, then you must apply within 30 days of living in the state. You also may be required to pass written and road tests, in addition to a vision test. However, driver examiners may, at their discretion, waive the written and road tests for individuals who have in their possession a valid license issued by another state. You can renew or replace your license and find more information at www. dojmt.gov/driving/driverservices.
If you are an active duty, reserve, or honorably discharged member of the U.S. Armed Services, the Montana Motor Vehicle Division offers a unique number of services and benefits. Please visit www.dojmt.gov/driving/ military-services/ for more information.
The Billings Driver’s License Station is located at 615 S. 27th St, Billings, MT 59101. You can contact them at (866) 450-8034 or visit their website at www.dojmt.gov/driving/contact-mvd.
HUNTING & TRAPPING LICENSES
Hunting and trapping licenses are issued by Montana Fish, Wildlife, & Parks and many resources are available on their website to help you get what you need – including information on regulations, maps of available hunting land, and licensing and permitting.
A list of available licenses, restrictions, associated costs, and application deadlines is available on the FWP website at http://fwp. mt.gov/hunting/licenses/all.
Licenses can be purchased online at http://fwp.mt.gov/hunting/licenses or at the following locations in Billings:
Cabela’s Feat. Bass Pro Shops
4550 King Ave E
(406) 373-7300
Fish Wildlife and Parks - Region 5
2300 Lake Elmo Dr
(406) 247-2940
Scheels All Sports
1121 Shiloh Crossing Blvd
(406) 656-9220
Shipton’s Big R
2600 Gabel Rd (Westend)
216 N 14th St (Downtown)
1908 Main St (Heights)
(406) 252-5707
Wal-Mart
2525 King Ave W (Westend)
1649 Main St (Heights)
(406) 652-9692
FISHING LICENSES
For a fishing license, you are considered a Montana resident after having lived 180 consecutive days in Montana. After establishing residency, you must live in the state of Montana for a minimum of 120 days per year. A valid fishing license is required for all types of fishing on state waters. To fish in Montana, most anglers need two licenses: a conservation license and a fishing license. A conservation license is needed before you can buy any fishing or hunting license that Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) issues. Conservation license applicants are required to provide their social security number in addition to the information usually requested. A valid driver’s license or a valid photo ID is required to purchase a license. A fishing license allows a person to fish for and possess any fish or aquatic invertebrate authorized by the state’s fishing regulations. It is nontransferable and nonrefundable. The license enables one to fish from March 1 through the end of February of the following year. More information is available on the Montana FWP website at www. fwp.mt.gov/fish/license/default. html or call (406) 247-2940.
BILLINGS PUBLIC SCHOOL REGISTRATION
Billings Public Schools has moved to an online enrollment process. Use the BPS Locator Tool at www. billingsschools.org/parent-portal/ school-locator to determine your school based on your home address and then use the Enrollment Express Portal at https://ecollect.accelaschool. com/billings#! to register a student in Billings Public Schools.
You may need the following documents to finalize enrollment:
1. Child’s birth certificate or passport
2. Proof of address (utility bill, lease agreement, buy/sell agreement)
3. Proof of immunizations or exemption forms
4. Transcript or current grades if enrolling for high school
5. Current IEP (If applicable)
For more information, visit the Billings Public Schools Enrollment & Registration page at www. billingsschools.org/our-schools/ enrollment-registration.
For higher education, a student must reside in Montana for one year immediately preceding registration to meet the requirement as a Montana resident. Attendance as a full-time student is not sufficient to quality as a resident.
VETERANS SERVICES
BILLINGS VET CENTER
(406) 657-6071
www.va.gov/billings-vet-center
DOG TAG BUDDIES
(406) 672-9867
www.dogtagbuddies.org
VETERANS NAVIGATION NETWORK
(406) 435-9308
www.veteransnavigation.org
VETERANS UPWARD BOUND
(406) 657-2075
www.vubmt.com
VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA NR (SSVF) (406) 647-5312
www.voanr.org/veteran-services
REGISTERING TO VOTE
Voter registration is done at the county level. Voters wishing to register to vote, change a registration or request an absentee ballot in Yellowstone County can do so in person – at the County Elections office in Room 217 of the Yellowstone County Courthouse at 217 N. 27th St. Late registration must be done in person. To complete by mail, voters must fill out the appropriate form and mail to the Election Administration, Yellowstone County Election Office, PO Box 35002, Billings, MT 59107. Forms can be found at https://app.mt.gov/voterinfo. Once registered, you will be eligible
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to vote in all elections that are relevant to your address, including primary, general, City Council, School Board, and special elections. If an absentee ballot is requested, the ballots will automatically be mailed in advance of those elections. There are no restrictions on who may vote by absentee ballot in Yellowstone County and once you are enrolled to receive an absentee ballot, you will automatically receive one before every election until you remove your registration. Please note that there is a deadline before each election to receive an absentee ballot in time to vote by absentee ballot. To check the status of your voter registration in Montana, visit the My Voter Page on the MT Secretary of State website at https://app. mt.gov/voterinfo. Voters can also verify that an absentee ballot has been received and counted through the My Voter Page.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Billings City Government operates on the Council-Manager model, in which City Council oversees the general administration, makes policy, and sets budget. The council appoints a professional city manager to carry out day-to-day administrative operations. Billings has two councilmembers for each of its five wards and a separately elected mayor who chairs council meetings and has a vote on City Council. Councilmembers serve four-year terms and are limited to two consecutive terms. Members must reside within the ward from which they are elected and must be qualified voters of the City of Billings. Elections take place every two years on odd numbered years and the terms of Councilmembers are staggered such that half of council seats are up for election in every term. City Council meetings are open to the public and take place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. Agendas and minutes can be found at www.ci.billings.mt.us.
DRIVER’S LICENSE SERVICES
Montana/AAA MVD/
AAA Insurance
(406) 248-7738
www.mwg.aaa.com/automotive/mvd
UTILITIES
City of Billings-Dept. of Public Works
(406) 657-8232
www.ci.billings.mt.us/government/works
Earth FirstAid (406) 698-0903
www.earthfirstaid.com
Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. (406) 896-4205
www.mdu.com
NorthWestern Energy (406) 655-6433
www.northwesternenergy.com
Republic Services of Montana
(406) 248-5400
www.republicservices.com
Yellowstone E-Waste Solutions (406) 861-4920
www.yellowstoneewaste.com
Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.
(406) 348-3411
www.yvec.com
TELE-COMMUNICATIONS
Blackfoot Telecommunications (406) 541-5000
www.blackfoot.com
Communication Resources, LLC
(406) 327-5013
www.communicationres.com
Nemont
(406) 620-3726
www.nemont.com
Spectrum Enterprise (877) 273-7626
www.spectrum.com
TCT
(406) 794-0272
www.tct.net
TDS Fiber
(855) 259-8577
www.tdsfiber.com
Triangle Communications
(406) 394-7807
www.itstriangle.com
CELLULAR SERVICE
Spectrum Enterprise
(877) 273-7626
www.spectrum.com
Verizon Cellular Plus
(406) 651-5757
www.cellularplus.com
CHILDCARE
Billings Catholic Schools
(406) 252-0997
www.billingscatholicschools.org
Boys & Girls Club of Yellowstone County (406) 245-4457
www.begreatyellowstone.org
Friendship House of Christian Service
(406) 247-1040
www.friendshipmt.org
First Things Child Care
(406) 534-3442
www.firstthingschildcare.com
Head Start
(406) 245-7233
www.billingsheadstart.org
HRDC Community Action Agency
(406) 869-2587
www.hrdc7.org
Montana Audubon Center
(406) 294-5099
www.mtaudubon.org/center
St. John’s United (406) 655-5600
www.stjohnsunited.org
EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
Adecco
(406) 652-7644
www.adeccousa.com
Advanced Employment Services
(406) 652-8808
www.advanced-employment.com
Billings Job Service
(406) 652-3080
www.montanaworks.gov
Employment Source
(406) 256-3653
www.employment-source.biz
Express Employment Professionals
(406) 252-5050
www.expresspros.com/billingsmt
Job Connection, Inc.
(406) 245-6323
www.jobconnection.org
Prioricare Staffing Solutions
(406) 252-8645
www.prioricare.com
RDH OnDemand
(406) 647-3141
www.rdhondemand.com
Spherion Staffing
(406) 655-9200
www.spherion.com
TJ Staffing Inc (Nursing)
(406) 861-8417
www.tjstaffinginc.com
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HOME, LAWN & GARDEN
Big Sky Spas (406) 371-7394
www.bigskyspasmt.com
Beyond the Box
(406) 245-6981
www.btbcabinets.com
CM Tree Service
(406) 876-3722
www.cmtreemt.com
CW Designs (406) 633-5295
www.cw-designs.biz
Gainan’s Midtown Flowers
(406) 245-6434
www.gainans.com
GIA Lawn
(406) 860-9895
Jayret Lawn Service
(406) 697-8423
www.jayretlawnservice.com
John Olson Signature
Landscape
(406) 860-9895
JW Synthetic Grass
(406) 281-4597
www.jwsyntheticgrassinc.com
Kings Ace Hardware
(406) 656-1446
www.kingsacehardware.com
Leisure in Montana, Inc.
(406) 652-6500
www.lovethetub.com
Lockwood Ace Hardware (406) 656-1447
www.lockwoodacehardware.com
Pierce Flooring & Design (406) 652-4666
www.pierce.biz
Thomae Lumber of Billings
(406) 256-0740
www.meadcompanies.com
TruGreen (406) 256-9499
www.trugreenmontana.com
ANIMAL CARE
Animal Clinic of Billings, P.C.
(406) 252-9499
www.animalclinicofbillings.com
Paws & Reflect Pet Salon
(406) 839-9116
www.pawsandreflectpetsalonmt.com
Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter, Inc
(406) 294-7387
www.yvas.com
RELOCATION RESOURCES
NEWSPAPERS
Billings Gazette Communications (406) 657-1200
www.billingsgazette.com
The Billings Times (406) 245-4994
www.billingstimes.net
TELEVISION STATIONS
ABC 6 and Fox 4 (406) 652-4743
www.yourbigsky.com
KTVQ-TV (Q2) (406) 252-5611
www.ktvq.com
NonStop Local (406) 656-8000
www.nonstoplocal.com
RADIO STATIONS
Bamskeez Show
(105.1 The Bone)
(406) 238-1000
Desert Mountain Broadcasting - KBLG, KRKX, KRZN, KWMY, KPLN, KYYA
(406) 248-7777
www.planet1067.com
KGHL Radio LLC
(406) 252-6661
www.mighty790.com
Kickin It W/ Leif & Brett (98.5 The Wolf)
(406) 238-1098
www.985wolf.com
The Big J Show (Hot 101.9) (406) 238-1019
www.hot1019.com
The Vibe @ 5 (Hot 101.9) (406) 238-1019
www.hot1019.com
Townsquare Media –
KKBR, KBUL, KCTR, KMHK
(406) 248-7827
www.townsquarebillings.com
Yellowstone Valley
Woman’s Magazine
(406) 254-1394
www.yellowstonevalleywomansmagazine.com
PUBLICATIONS
Simply Local Magazine
(406) 702-0267
www.simplylocalbillings.com
Stillwater County News/ Adams Publishing Group
(406) 322-5212
www.stillwatercountynews.com
Western Ag Reporter, Inc.
(406) 259-4589
www.westernagreporter.com
Yellowstone Valley Woman Magazine
(406) 254-1394
www.yellowstonevalleywoman.com
CITY OF BILLINGS
Mayor’s Office
(406) 657-8296
City Administrator
(406) 657-8433
Billings School District #2
(406) 281-5065
Animal Shelter & License
(406) 657-8226
Business License
(406) 657-8364
Parks Division
(406) 657-8372
Recreation Division
(406) 657-8371
Billings Public Library
(406) 657-8257
Reference Desk
(406) 657-8258
Fire Department – Administration
(406) 657-8423
Police Department –
Non Emergency
(406) 657-8200
Billings Crime Prevention Center
(406) 247-8590
Downtown Resource Officers
(406) 690-4227
Emergency Calls 911
YELLOWSTONE COUNTY
Yellowstone County Commissioners
(406) 256-2701
Voter Registration
(406) 256-2740
Motor Vehicle (License)
(406) 256-2833
Sheriff’s Department
(406) 256-2929
Emergency Calls 911
POSTAL SERVICES
841 South 26th Street (Main branch)
(406) 657-5745
2602 1st Avenue North (Downtown)
(406) 657-5748
724 15th Street West (Pioneer)
(406) 657-5746
2250 Grant Road (Centennial)
(406) 657-5731
710 Wicks Lane (Heights)
(406) 657-5654
STATEWIDE ELECTED
OFFICIALS
Governor Greg Gianforte
Office of the Governor
PO Box 200801
Helena, MT 59620-0801
www.governor.mt.gov
Toll Free: (855) 318-1330
Phone: (406) 444-3111
FAX: (406) 444-5529
Senator Steve Daines
Washington Office
320 Hart Senate Office Building
United States Senate
Washington, DC 20510
www.daines.senate.gov
Phone: (202) 224-2651
Fax: (202) 224-4700
Billings District Office
222 North 32nd Street, Suite 100
Billings, MT 59101
Phone: (406) 245-6822
Fax: (406) 657-6793
Senator Jon Tester
Washington Office
311 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510-2604
www.tester.senate.gov
Phone: (202) 224-2644
Fax: (202) 224-8594
Billings District Office
Judge Jameson Federal Building
2900 4th Ave N, Suite 201
Billings, MT 59101
Phone: (406) 252-0550
Fax: (406) 252-7768
Representative Matt Rosendale
Washington Office
1037 Longworth HOB
Washington, DC 20515
(202) 225-3211
www.rosendale.house.gov
Billings District Office
3300 2nd Avenue N Suites 7-8
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 413-6720
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TO DO
BILLINGS RELOCATION GUIDE 12
Billings is Montana’s largest shopping hub, with both local and national stores that offer endless options. From outdoor gear to trendy clothing to unique finds and Montana made treasures, Billings has everything you need for some retail therapy.
DOWNTOWN
Al’s Bootery
(406) 245-4827
www.alsbootery.com
Aspinwall
(406) 702-1586
www.aspinwallmountainwear.com
Clark Marten Photography
(406) 256-5555
www.clarkmarten.com
Cricket Clothing Co.
(406) 259-3624
www.cricketclothingco.com
Downtown Family Pharmacy
(406) 206-2001
www.montanafamilypharmacies.com
EasterSeals – Goodwill
(406) 252-9600
www.esgw.org
Family Service Inc.
(406) 259-2269
www.billingsfamilyservice.org
Gratitude in Action
(406) 696-8704
www.giamt.org
Gypsy Wind
(406) 252-2007
www.facebook.com/gypsy.wind.75
Kibler & Kirch
(406) 446-2226
www.kiblerandkirch.com
Shipton’s Big R
(406) 252-0503
www.shiptonsbigr.com
SOMETHINGchic
(406) 702-1421
www.somethingchicclothing.com
The Camera Store
(406) 969-2323
www.thecamerastoremt.com
This House of Books
(406) 534-1133
www.thishouseofbooks.com
Western Pawnbrokers
(406) 245-2334
www.westernpawnbrokers.com
Yesteryears Antique Mall
(406) 256-3567
www.facebook.com/YesteryearsMT
Zest Billings, LLC
(406) 534-8427
www.zestbillings.com
HEIGHTS
Bottles & Shots
(406) 245-8118
www.bottlesandshots.com
Butts Gun Sales
(406) 252-8442
www.buttsgunsales.com
Goodwill (406) 252-9600
www.esgw.org
Pawn Guys (406) 248-7300
By Appointment
MIDTOWN
Aaron’s (406) 252-7777
www.shopaarons.com
Ardie’s Coins, Inc. (406) 656-8777
www.ardiescoinsandjewelry.com
Davidson Home Furnishings & Design
(406) 656-9540
www.davidsonhomefurnishings.com
Gainan’s Midtown Flowers (406) 245-6434
www.gainans.com
Mattress King - Grand Ave (406) 256-5464
www.mattresskingmt.com
Mattress Outlet (406) 256-0673
www.mattressoutletmt.com
Paws & Reflect Pet Salon (406) 839-9116
www.pawsandreflectpetsalonmt.com
Stonefly Studio
(406) 656-6326
www.stoneflystudio.com
The Base Camp (406) 248-4555
www.thebasecamp.com
The Joy of Living (406) 294-1701
www.thejoyofliving.com
The Ski Station, LLC (406) 245-5559
www.theskistation.com
SHILOH Bumps N Bundles (406) 534-1767
www.bumpsnbundles.com
Frae Everyday Goods (406) 697-2220
www.shopfrae.com
Giddy Up (406) 475-0612
www.giddyupmt.com
Goldsmith Gallery Jewelers (406) 252-3662
www.goldsmithgalleryjewelers.com
Riddle’s Jewelry
(406) 969-1610
www.riddlesjewelry.com/riddlesjewelry-store-billings-montana-59102
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Scheels All Sport
(406) 656-9220
www.scheelssports.com
WESTEND
Ashley Furniture Homestore
(406) 259-5900
www.ashleyfurniture.com
Bottles & Shots
(406) 655-3393
www.bottlesandshots.com
Brindle Apothecary
www.brindleapothecary.co
Cabela’s Feat. Bass Pro Shops
(406) 373-7300
www.cabelas.com
Boot Barn
(406) 652-3121
www.bootbarn.com
Jason’s Clothing Store
(406) 655-4300
www.jasonsclothingformen.com
RETAIL
Keating Furniture + Mattress
(406) 281-8000
www.ikeatingfurniture.com
Main Street Menswear
(406) 652-5679
www.mainstreetmenswear.com
Magic City Granite (406) 252-1106
www.magiccitygranite.com
Mattress King
(406) 208-5021
www.mattresskingmt.com
Mattress Outlet
(406) 256-0673
www.mattressoutletmt.com
NAPA/Genuine Parts Company
(406) 245-6272
www.napaonline.com
One Source Lighting
(406) 655-7949
www.onesourcebillings.com
Ranch House Meat Co.
(406) 656-0777
www.ranchhousemeat.com
Red Wing Shoes (406) 656-6450
www.redwingshoes.com
Rimrock Mall (406) 656-3398
www.rimrockmall.com
Rustic Mountain Furnishings
(406) 652-0100
www.rusticmountainfurnishings.net
Swanky Roots (406) 656-7668
www.swankyroots.com
Wild Birds Unlimited
(406) 245-1640
www.wbu.com/billings
Yellowstone Cellars & Winery
(406) 281-8400
www.yellowstonecellars.com
OUTSIDE OF BILLINGS
Beef Jerky Experience of Red Lodge (406) 445-3107
www.beefjerkyexperience.com/ redlodge
Hoodies for Heroes
(406) 998-8464
www.hoodiesforheros.org
Infinite Patriot (406) 200-1396
www.infinitepatriot.com
Ranch House Sausage Co. (406) 373-6315
www.ranchhousemeat.com
Town & Country Supply (406) 628-6314
www.tandcsupply.com
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Billings is home to a large array of culinary fare, and has earned national accolades from brews to burgers! Enjoy delicious farm to table meals that are locally sourced or explore our numerous coffee shops filled with unique pastries and aromatic coffee. Perhaps
DOWNTOWN
BAR MT
(406) 534-1810
www.thebarmt.com
Bernie’s Diner
(406) 867-6767
www.northernhotel.com/dining
Bearded Bulldog Pub Grub
(406) 534-4800
www.beardedgrub.com
Black Dog Coffee X Harper & Madison
(406) 281-8550
www.blackdogcoffeehouse.com
Buffalo Block Steakhouse
(406) 245-7477
www.buffaloblock.com
Ciao Mambo (406) 325-5100
www.ciaomambo.com
your sweet tooth is what is calling you! We have many delectable dessert options, from ice cream to crème brulé to chocolate offerings that will curb your cravings. Browse our list of restaurants and coffee shops to find just what your taste buds are looking for.
Cotta Custom Catering*
(406) 633-0655
Craft Local (406) 702-1458
www.craftlocal.org
Doc Harper’s
(406) 200-7177
www.docharpers.com
Erro Coffee Co
(208) 640-1300
www.errocoffee.com
Jake’s Downtown
(406) 259-9375
www.jakesdt.com
McCormick Cafe
(406) 255-9555
www.mccormickcafe.com
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Montana Brewing Company & Hooligan’s Sports Bar
(406) 252-9200
www.montanabrewingcompany.com
Montana Sky
(406) 238-4340
www.hilton.com/en/hotels/ bildtdt-doubletree-billings/dining
Perkins Restaurant
(406) 248-8320
www.stores.perkinsrestaurants.com
Pita Pit
(406) 245-7482
www.pitapitusa.com
Project Lunch*
(406) 272-2470
www.projectlunch.biz
Rail Line Coffee
(406) 702-1816
www.raillinecoffee.com
Raven’s Cafe d’ Art
(406) 256-6804
www.artmuseum.org
Rockets Gourmet
Wraps & Sodas
(406) 248-5231
www.rocketwraps.com
Scratch Kitchen*
(406) 855-4434
www.scratchkitchenbillings.com
Stella’s Kitchen & Bakery
(406) 248-3060
www.stellaskitchenandbakery.com
Spitz Billings Downtown
(406) 200-7926
www.spitzrestaurant.com
TEN (406)867-6767
www.northernhotel.com/dining
The Marble Table
(406) 281-8891
www.themarbletablemt.com
The Messy Plate
(406) 281-8576
www.themessyplate.com
The Pub Station
(406) 894-2020
www.1111presents.com
The Sassy Biscuit Co.
(406) 200-7530
www.thesassybiscuit.com
Thirsty Street Brewing Co.
(406) 969-3200
www.thirstystreet.com
Tiny’s Tavern
(406) 259-0828
tinystavern.com
Überbrew
(406) 534-6960
www.uberbrewmt.com
Walkers Grill
(406) 245-9291
www.walkersgrill.com
HEIGHTS
Applebee’s Grill + Bar
(406) 896-8450
www.restaurants.applebees.com
Basil and Bloom*
(406) 671-2371
www.basilandbloom.net
City Brew (406) 294-4620
www.citybrew.com
Jersey Mike’s Subs (406) 534-4361
www.jerseymikes.com
Montana Jack’s (406) 252-0243
www.mtjacks.net
Pizza Cotta*
(406) 633-0655
www.cotta-custom-catering.business.site
Pizza Ranch
(406) 839-2366
www.pizzaranch.com
Sacred Grounds
Coffee Den (406) 861-8701
www.sacredgroundsstudio.com
Topz Sandwich Company (406) 927-4128
www.topzsandwichcompany.com
MIDTOWN
Black Dog Coffee House (406) 534-8822
www.blackdogcoffeehouse.com
BW Blacksmith Coffee & Grill Co (406) 200-7778
www.bwblacksmith.com
Chunky Monkey* (406) 855-8812
www.facebook.com/ chunkymonkeybillings
Dairy Queen (406) 256-2345
www.dairyqueen.com
Snack Time Market (406) 318-0628
www.snacktimemt.com
The Granary (406) 272-9272
www.thegranary.com
The Midway Grill and Brews (406) 702-1888
www.midwaygrillandbrews.com
The Ohana Poke Company (406) 534-2353
www.ohanapokecompany.com
Wendy’s (406) 252-5125
www.wendys.com
WESTEND
Applebee’s Grill + Bar - West End (406) 655-0255
www.restaurants.applebees.com
Buffalo Wild Wings (406) 294-9464
www.buffalowildwings.com
BW Blacksmith Coffee Co (406) 200-7778
www.bwblacksmith.com
By All Means (406) 534-3075
www.byallmeans.beer
City Brew (406) 294-4620
www.citybrew.com
*Indicates Catering Only
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DINING CLASSY
LOCALLY
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Cork and Barrel Pub & Restaurant
(406) 969-1025
www.corkandbarrelmt.com
DaKava House
(406) 876-1644
www.dakavahouse.com
Denny’s (406) 651-0724
www.dennys.com/mt/billings
Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que
(406) 652-4880
w ww.famousdaves.com/billings
Flours Bakery
(406) 702-2624
www.floursbakerymt.com
Fiesta Mexicana (406) 601-1177
www.fiestamexicanamontanabillings. com
Fuddruckers
(406) 656-5455
www.fuddruckers.com
Kava Roots
(406) 794-5724
w ww.kavaroots.com
Kitchen-Man*
(406) 850-5334
www.fnkitchenman.com
Maple Moose Coffee and Pop Shop
(406) 969-1449
www.maplemoosecoffee.com
DINING
Montana Club (406) 969-1211
w ww.montanaclub.com
Montana Outlaw BBQ, LLC*
(406) 780-1915
www.montanaoutlawbbq.com
Montana’s Rib & Chop House
(406) 551-4982
www.ribandchophouse.com
Mooyah (406) 294-3797
w ww.mooyah.com
Opa Grill*
(406) 794-9771
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Outback Steakhouse
(406) 652-3565
www.outback.com
Panera Bread (406) 702-1160
www.panerabread.com
Pita Pit
(406) 652-9261
w ww.pitapitusa.com
Pizza Ranch
(406) 294-3663
w ww.pizzaranch.com
Qdoba Mexican Grill
(406) 656-5500
w ww.qdoba.com
Red Lobster (406) 655-0929
w ww.redlobster.com
Staggering Ox (406) 294-6969
w ww.staggeringox.com
Texas Roadhouse (406) 651-5885
ww w.texasroadhouse.com
Windmill & Bar51 (406) 252-8100
w ww.windmillbar51.com
TOPZ Sandwich Company
(406) 969-1043
w ww.topzandwich.com
Western Empire Emporium (406) 652-7705
ww w.westernempireemporium.com
Yellowstone Cellars & Winery (406) 281-8400
www.yellowstonecellars.com
SHILOH
Billings Best Yogurt (406) 652-6000
w ww.billingsbestyogurt.com
Diamond X Beer Co. (406) 534-4922
w ww.diamondxbeerco.com
Jersey Mike’s Subs (406) 601-1220
w ww.jerseymikes.com
Levity Bar & Casino (406) 651-5985
w ww.levitymt.com
Meadowlark Brewing (406) 702-1283
w ww.meadowlarkbrewing.com
Nekter Juice Bar (406) 969-1554
www.nekterjuicebar.com
Rio Sabinas Fresh
Mex Bar & Grill
(406) 652-4066
www.riosabinas.com
The Divide Bar & Grill
(406) 894-2206
ww w.dividebargrill.com
The Red Door Lounge (406)259-6419
w ww.thereddoorlounge.com
TOPZ Sandwich Company (406) 545-8463
w ww.topzsandwich.com
OUTSIDE OF BILLINGS
Katie Cakes (406) 475-0612
w ww.katiecakesmt.com
The Backporch (406) 323-2100
w ww.thebackporchroundup.com
*Indicates Catering Only
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Billings is a diverse and exciting destination that caters to all ages, interests, and abilities. Get outside for a walk or hike, grab a canoe or kayak, ride the rails at the downtown skate park, or explore ancient caves
After Rage
(406) 371-5114
www.afterrage.com
Alberta Bair Theater (406) 256-6052
www.albertabairtheater.org
Art House Cinema and Pub (406) 534-1128
www.arthousebillings.com
Billings ProfessionalMustangsBaseball
(406) 252-1241
www.billingsmustangs.com
Billings Outlaws 2.0
(307) 660-7559
www.billingsindoorfootball.com
Billings Racquetball Club
(406) 860-2931
www.billings365.com www.facebook. com/groups/578378534105388/
Billings Studio Theatre, Inc.
(406) 248-1141
www.billingsstudiotheatre.com
Billings Symphony (406) 252-3610
www.billingssymphony.org
Billings TrailNet
(406) 281-1244
www.billingstrailnet.org
Billings365.com
(406) 860-2931
www.billings365.com
Craft Local
(406) 702-1458
www.craftlocal.org
Montana Audubon Center
(406) 294-5099
www.mtaudubon.org/center
in the fresh Montana air. Enjoy local music and the arts, go rock climbing, or take a ride down water slides. There are so many options! Billings is packed full of adventure and provides endless enjoyment.
Moss Mansion Historic House Museum (406) 256-5100
www.mossmansion.com
NILE Stock Show & Rodeo (406) 256-2495
www.thenile.org
Öx Indoor Axe Throwing (406) 702-1299
www.oxthrowingsports.com
The Grand Escape Room (406) 860-8243
www.grandescaperoom.com
The Pub Station (406) 894-2020
www.1111presents.com
Western Heritage Center (406) 256-6809
www.ywhc.org
Yellowstone Art Museum (406) 256-6804
www.artmuseum.org
Yellowstone County Museum (406) 256-6811
www.ycmhistory.org
ZooMontana (406) 652-8100
www.zoomontana.org
OUTSIDE OF BILLINGS
Heart Mountain Interpretive Center (307) 754-8000
www.heartmountain.org
Montana Whitewater Rafting & Zipline Company (406) 763-4465
www.montanawhitewater.com
The Vue & Brew (406) 633-4436
www.vueandbrew.com
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Your
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Last Chance Pu b & Cider Mill 2305 Montana Ave
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When you are ready for a change of taste, Last Chance has you covered with ciders made in house along with an outstanding menu of locally sourced artisan food. If you prefer the bee r, have no fear Red Lodge Ales is also on tap here!
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Überbrew 2305 Montana Ave Überbrew offers a full menu, so stop here fo r an appetizer an d a drink befo re yo u head out.
Go stir crazy with handcrafted cocktails at Asylum Distillery. Montana-made gin, vodka, rum, and even moonshine, this is a straight jacket you will actually enjoy! Unique décor to represent life inside of an asylum, complete with an electric chair
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Billings Brew Tr ail
C anyon C reek Brewin g 3060 Gabel Road
The first brewery built from the gr oun d up in Bi ll ings. Fr om t he avid beer connoisseurs to first-time triers, Canyon Creek has something for everyone
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love the new location with outdoor patio seating. Try a new brew and munch on some popcorn and hot sauce while you’re here.
Montana Brewing Co. 113 N 28th St
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last stop is at Montana Brewing Compan y. If y ou’re hungry, enjoy some dinner and try Custer’s Last Stout for dessert. They’re open late, so no rush when you’re here.
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Year-round brews and delicious seasonal varieties are crafted by Meadowlark Brewing with the highest quality ingredients avai able B y Al l M eans B rewin g 1400 S 24th St W #3 Our mission is simple. We push the limits of product creation to deliver exceptional beer, great food, and an atmosphere that strays from tradition. With a little innovation and creativity, we strive to bring an interactive experience to our customers...by all means necessary llowstone Cellars and Wi nery 1335 Holiday Cir ellowstone Cellars & Winery has been handcrafting classic French and Italian style red and white wines since 2010 All grapes are hand-picked and sourced railhead S p irit s 1400 S. 24th Stre et ailhead Spirits for a taste of their award-winning Montanamade and hand-crafte d g i n and vodka, and small batch whiskey
PUT ON YOUR MOST COMFORTABLE HIKING SHOES and explore along the Billings Brew Trail. Sample local creations from nine breweries, three distilleries, a cider mill and a winery. DON’T DRINK & DRIVE Please drink responsibly. Visit Billings is not responsible for actions taken by individuals using this tour.
https://www.visitbillings.com/billings-brew-trail
Billings business and industry serves an area that stretches in excess of 125,000 square miles. The city is a destination for consumers because it provides goods and services to a vast region. Business incentives include state grant funds, state workforce training grants, low interest-fixed rate long term capital and infrastructure loans as well as SBA
BANKING OPTIONS
AgWest Farm Credit
(406) 651-1670
www.agwestfc.com
Altana Federal Credit Union
(406) 651-2328
www.altanafcu.org
Billings Federal Credit Union
(406) 248-1127
www.billingsfcu.org
Black Hills Federal Credit Union
(605) 718-1818
www.bhfcu.com
Bravera Bank
(406) 294-6500
www.bravera.bank
Chase Bank
(406) 200-4655
www.chase.com
504 Program and Revolving Loan funds. Billings has a strong Chamber of Commerce, Convention and Visitors Bureau, Regional Tourism Bureau, Economic Development Authority and downtown revitalization organization. Together, officials within these groups work closely with the City of Billings and Yellowstone County representatives to help the community grow.
First Interstate Bank
(406) 255-5000
www.firstinterstatebank.com
Little Horn State Bank
(406) 656-5148
www.littlehornstatebank.com
Mountain America Credit Union
(406) 534-0932
www.macu.com
Opportunity Bank of Montana
(406) 256-1891
www.opportunitybank.com
Rimrock Credit Union
(406) 248-3685
www.rimrockcu.org
Rocky Mountain Bank
(406) 656-3140
www.rmbank.com
Stockman Bank
(406) 655-2400
www.stockmanbank.com
US Bank
(406) 657-8132
www.usbank.com
Valley Credit Union
(406) 656-9100
www.valleyfcu.com
Wells Fargo Bank
(406) 657-1903
www.wellsfargo.com
Western Security Bank
(406) 371-8200
www.westernsecuritybank.com
Yellowstone Bank
(406) 652-4100
www.yellowstonebank.com
Zoot Enterprises
(406) 556-5050
www.zootsolutions.com
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ECONOMIC HISTORY
Billings was named after Frederick Billings who was the president of the Northern Pacific Railroad from 1879 to 1881. More than a century later, Billings is a vibrant city with a population that nearly doubles every thirty years with excellent rail, road and air transportation, allowing industry to thrive. At Montana’s Trailhead, you will experience a community that is the center of progressive regional commerce.
ENERGY RESOURCES
Continental Oil began selling products in Billings (then “Coulson”) in 1876. The first refinery opened in 1949. Today, the Billings area is home to three refineries producing around 180,000 barrels of oil per day from oil operations in Montana, Wyoming, and primarily Canada. This oil is distributed to nine western states.
A wealth of long-term energy resources yields utility rates that are among some of the lowest in the nation. Coal is a rich natural resource and water is plentiful and of excellent quality. With drilling in the Bakken Oil Play, Canadian Tar Sands, and other lucrative locations in motion, Billings is positioned as the regional hub for the energy industry of the northwest United States.
Billings’ area oil refineries and the rich coal and oil deposits in the region position the community as the heart of a regional economy focused on energy development, servicing and transportation that extends 325 miles to the heart of the Bakken Oil Play in Williston, ND.
MANUFACTURING
Among the many diverse sectors of the Yellowstone County economy is a robust manufacturing industry. According to Paddy Flemming, the director of operations at MMEC (Montana Manufacturing Extension Center), there are more than 400 different enterprises engaged in some level of manufacturing within Yellowstone County.
Among them are numerous businesses that support Montana’s agricultural industry, specializing in the manufacture of everything from prepared feeds and feed ingredients to the processing of meats and grains that are harvested from the area, and a diverse group of manufacturers that specialize in all types of metal fabrication, many of which are distributed throughout the US and beyond. Billings also has a large contingency making products to support the area’s thriving medical and construction industries, and the manufacturing list would not be complete without mentioning Billings’ brewers and distilleries, with an incredible selection of some of the finest quality micro brews in the country.
AGRICULTURE
Montana’s number one industry is agriculture and it plays a crucial role in the Billings economy. From wheat, corn and barley to sugar beet farms and cattle ranches, we take great pride in our local agricultural industry. Read more about our agriculture industry later in this section.
EDUCATION
The educational community in Billings provides tremendous opportunities for residents within the city as well as the outlying communities. Quality education can be found at all levels of curriculum, from pre-schools to secondary education, Billings offers a full spectrum of quality institutions. You can read more in the education section of this guide.
HEALTHCARE
Billings’ medical corridor provides the most advanced healthcare services in a four-state area, including Wyoming and the Dakotas. Two fully equipped and modern hospitals and over 40 medical clinics offer quality care and a complete range of medical, surgical, and emergency services. Our healthcare staff, doctors and specialists have received national attention for their medical
achievements. For more information about medical services, see the healthcare section of this guide.
TAXES
Montana is one of a few states in the United States without a state sales tax. While Montana has no general sales tax, property taxes are collected to primarily fund county government, the state’s university system and Billings School District #2. All property, except agricultural land, has an assessed value equal to its market value as determined by the Department of Revenue. Agricultural land is valued based upon its productivity level. For more information on state and local government, see the government section of this guide.
ECONOMIC CLIMATE
In 2022, Forbes ranked Billings 9th in the top 15 U.S. cities to start a business, and in 2020 AdvisorSmith ranked Billings 6th in the top 50 midsized cities in the U.S. for starting a new business. Billings’ housing, schools, cultural and recreational attractions, quality of labor force, taxes and regulatory climate make the city competitive for businesses big and small. Our city is a successful investing ground for new and expanding businesses. Billings’ housing market is red hot, ranking 9th in the nation for 2022 as one of the top 20 emerging housing markets by Wall Street Journal/Realtor.com. And in 2019, Livability ranked Billings #24 out of the “Top 100 Best Places to Live” in the United States, based on thousands of data points measuring economics, housing, amenities, infrastructure, demographics, social and civic capital, education, health care, diversity and inclusion. Ultimately Livability decided that these top 100 cities, including Billings, were “unique, welcoming, affordable and bursting with opportunities”.
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ECONOMY
Driving through Billings, it is easy to see the presence of industries like healthcare, oil and gas, and education; however, the equally essential agriculture industry cannot be overlooked. Agriculture is Montana’s number one industry, contributing more monetary value ($4.6 billion) to the state’s economy than any other industry. This industry isn’t made up of just farmers and ranchers but includes businesses like agriculture supply stores, implement dealers, agricultural broadcasting, seed suppliers, banks and agrichemical manufacturers also contribute to the agricultural sector. The primary income drivers for Yellowstone County agriculture are crop and livestock production. Differing from the state average, Yellowstone County’s livestockrelated revenue is typically greater than crop-related revenue. In 2021, Yellowstone County ranked third in the state for cattle inventory. The county is also home to sheep, dairy
and hog production, as well as many feedlot operations. Billings has two livestock yards, PAYS (Public Auction Yards) and BLS (Billings Livestock Commission) that continue to market a high volume of cattle statewide and via Northern Livestock Video auction. Horse, sheep, and goat sales also take place at the local sales yards. While the fields of crops are easy to see, it’s important to remember that a majority of Yellowstone County’s land is rangeland or pasture. Most of that land is devoted to raising the high-quality beef cattle that Montana is proud to have. Cow/calf operations are scattered throughout the county with calves commonly shipped to the Midwest in the fall. There, they are fed well-rounded rations until they are “finished.” At that point, it’s only a matter of time until consumers have access to nutritious beef in the grocery store or restaurant!
Yellowstone County is geographically
diverse, with some of the most developed farming systems in the state. The Yellowstone River runs the length of the county and separates the dryland farming areas to the north and south. The areas east and west of Billings, along the river, showcase the fertile irrigated lands. If you live outside the city limits, chances are good that you will be near some form of agriculture.
The major crops grown in Yellowstone County are alfalfa, wheat, barley, corn, and sugar beets. Alfalfa and other hay grown in the area is predominantly raised and saved to feed livestock during the colder months. Due to the county’s cool weather and snowfall, livestock need to be supplemented with hay to ensure their nutrient requirements are met. Cows are typically in their second and/or third trimester of pregnancy during the winter, so their nutrient requirements are even higher.
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Of the wheat raised in Yellowstone County, most is winter wheat. For example, area producers planted 50,400 acres of winter wheat in 2020 at an average yield of 54 bushels to the acre generating 2.67 million bushels (source: Montana Annual Bulletin, 2021 USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service). One bushel of wheat yields approximately 42 pounds of white flour, so that’s a lot
of bread, tortillas and cakes! Winter wheat is planted in the fall and takes advantage of Yellowstone County’s fall and winter moisture, whereas spring wheat is planted in the spring. Spring wheat is not as well-suited for this region’s climate and therefore not as commonly grown. Most of the barley raised is for animal consumption or malting purposes. Montana is known for producing some of the highest quality barley in the country, and a lot of that barley is used for products like beer. Several large beer companies use Montana barley for their products, including Molson Coors, which has a facility located near Huntley a few miles east of Billings.
Corn grown in Montana and Yellowstone County is mainly used for animal feed. You’ll find most of
the county’s corn in the irrigated regions; however, dryland corn is getting to be more and more common. Corn can be chopped for silage or combined for grain.
Sugar beet production is relatively unique to Montana and something that sets Yellowstone County apart from many other counties. Area sugar beet growers are part of the Western Sugar Cooperative. As growers and shareholders in the cooperative, they strive to produce high quality sugar. The tonnage or yield and sugar content of their beets is very important. Finally, the Yellowstone County Extension Service provides an invaluable service for producers, home owners and youth through programs such as 4-H, Family and Consumer Services and the Montana State University Experiment Station located near Huntley. The Southern Agricultural Research Center is one of seven research centers throughout Montana. This research center is a 462 acre facility that resides along the Yellowstone River about twenty miles east of Billings. The primary function of this research center is to conduct educational programs for dryland and irrigated areas in South Central Montana.
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AIR SERVICE
Billings Logan International Airport (BIL) is in the final phases of a $55 million expansion and renovation to best serve visitors to Montana and northern Wyoming.
BIL is the gateway to the big sky and offers convenient flight options to major U.S. cities several times daily. Carriers include Delta Airlines, United Airlines, American Airlines, Allegiant Air, Alaska Air, and Cape Air all with direct flights to cities including
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AIRLINES SERVING BILLINGS LOGAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
ECONOMY
BILLINGS
The Billings Chamber of Commerce
(406) 245-4111
www.billingschamber.com
The Billings Chamber of Commerce plays a role that sparks significant and sustainable changes and inspires possibilities in our growing community. We take on the difficult challenges, identify issues, work through the problems and stimulate business growth. We are a Champion for our community and our members, a Convener who creates space where people connect and unite, and a Catalyst that makes important things happen.
Big Sky Economic Development
(406) 256-6871
www.bigskyeda.org
Their mission is to sustain and grow Yellowstone County’s vibrant economy and outstanding quality of life, by providing leadership and resources for business creation, expansion, retention, new business recruitment and community development.
Billings DEI Network
(406) 245-4111
www.billingsdei.com
Business growth through diversity, equity and inclusion.
The Billings Chamber is pleased to introduce our community to our diversity, equity and inclusivity work
and the mindset that is driving it. This work sets the stage for empowering businesses to be change agents as they seek ways to get ahead in this competitive environment. We are providing tools for the business community to be purposefully inviting to people of all backgrounds.
BillingsWorks
(406) 256-6871
www.billingsworks.org
A collaboration of Billings businesses and organizations hosted by Big Sky Economic Development and supported by the Billings Chamber of Commerce, that brings together partners and resources to anticipate and respond to community workforce needs.
Downtown Billings Alliance
(406) 294-5060
www.downtownbillings.com
The Downtown Billings Alliance works each day to make Billings into a place ripe for economic and civic opportunities. Their active programs include urban renewal efforts, safety initiatives, and downtown business spotlights designed to bring curious citizens back into the city’s central core.
HomeFront
(406) 245-6391
www.homefrontpartners.org
HomeFront creates a path to self-sufficiency
and homeownership for families and individuals with moderate and lower incomes. They forge partnerships to build new affordable communities.
Montana Department of Labor and Industry
(406) 444-2840
www.dli.mt.gov
State office that provides resources and support for both employers and employees.
Native American Development Corporation (NADC) (406) 259-3804
www.nadc-nabn.org
A hub for American Indian businesses that provides technical assistance, financial lending opportunities, and champions small businesses and tribes in order to empower Indian communities toward economic and social stability.
ROCK 31
(406) 254-6014
www.rock31.org
Rock31 is the region’s next generation of entre-preneur and business-building strategies. They connect entrepreneurs to peers and mentors and offer informal encounters where these innovators, inventors, small-business owners and successful business leaders collaborate to make things happen.
SCORE
(406) 927-7640
www.montanascore.org
A nonprofit and resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) that fosters vibrant small business communities through mentoring and education.
Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
(406) 254-6014
www.sbdc.mt.gov/billings
The SBDC focuses on free one-on-one counseling and low cost training in areas such as financial analysis, business planning, strategic planning, loan packaging, financial projections and market research to help small businesses achieve their goals.
Veterans Navigation Network
(406) 435-9308
www.veteransnavigation.org
Facilitates the transition for our nation’s service members, from military service to civilian life. Assistance includes healthcare resources, behavioral health options, employment, legal, education, homeless and suicide prevention, referrals for equine and canine therapy, assistance with VA disability compensation claims, discharge upgrades, and more.
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Billings School District #2 (SD2) is the largest in the state of Montana with an enrollment of over 17,000 students. The district’s instructional program encompasses kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as adult education. SD2 is made up of 22 elementary schools, six middle schools, and a career and technical education campus. It employs about 1,850 full-time equivalent positions.
PRESCHOOL
Billings Catholic Schools
(406) 252-0997
www.billingscatholicschools.org
Billings Family YMCA
(406) 248-1685
www.billingsymca.org
Explorers Academy
(406) 245-7233
www.billingsheadstart.org
Montana Audubon Conservation Education Center
(406) 294-5099
www.mtaudubon.org/center ZooSchool
(406) 794-0124
www.zoomontana.org
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Alkali Creek
(406) 281-6200
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Arrowhead
(406) 281-6201
Beartooth
(406) 406-281-6202
Bench
(406) 406-281-6203
Big Sky
(406) 406-281-6204
Bitterroot
(406) 281-6205
Boulder
(406) 281-6206
Broadwater
(406) 281-6207
Burlington
(406) 281-6208
Central Heights
(406) 281-6209
Eagle Cliffs
(406) 281-6210
Highland (406) 281-6211
McKinley
(406) 281-6212
Meadowlark
(406) 281-6213
Miles Avenue
(406) 281-6214
Newman
(406) 281-6215
Orchard
(406) 281-6216
Poly Drive
(406) 281-6217
Ponderosa
(406) 281-6218
Rose Park
(406) 281-6219
Sandstone
(406) 281-6220
Washington
(406) 281-6221
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
Ben Steele
(406) 601-1600
Castle Rock
(406) 281-5800
Lewis & Clark
(406) 281-5900
Medicine Crow
(406) 281-8600
Will James
(406) 281-6100
HIGH SCHOOLS
Billings Career Center
(406) 281-5340
Billings Senior High School
(406) 281-5400
Billings West High School
(406) 281-5600
Billings Skyview
High School
(406) 281-5200
DISTRICT INFORMATION
Billings Public Schools
(406) 281-5066
www.billingsschools.org
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Billings Catholic Schools
(406) 252-0997
www.billingscatholicschools.org
OTHER EDUCATION
Big Sky Way, LLC
(406) 540-1321
www.bigskyway.biz
Billings Community & Adult Education
(406) 281-5003
www.billingsschools.org
Kumon Math and Reading Center of Billings
(406) 272-5055
www.kumon.com/billings
HIGHER EDUCATION
MSU Billings
(406) 657-2300
www.msubillings.edu
Rocky Mountain College
(406) 657-1015
www.rocky.edu
OTHER SECONDARY ED OPTIONS
City College at MSU Billings
(406) 247-3000
www.citycollege.msubillings.edu
Rocky Vista University
(406) 901-2700
www.rvu.edu
Walla Walla University
(406) 254-9907
www.wallawalla.edu
Rocky Vista University
Rocky Vista University was established in 2006 as the nation’s first private, for-profit health sciences university to offer a professional medical degree since 1910. The Montana campus is located on 12.8 acres and houses a 138,000 square foot technologically advanced campus, complete with a full simulation lab, student medical library, expansive lecture hall, and plenty of light and green space to fully enjoy the big sky of Montana. RVU-MCOM is the first medical school in the state of Montana with a dedicated campus and is serving its first students in 2023. For more information visit www.rvu.edu.
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EDUCATION
with 16 sports and the only baseball team in the state. MSUB’s university campus employs over 900 individuals and is the fourth largest employer in Yellowstone County. Visit www.msubillings.edu for more information.
Rocky Mountain College:
HIGHER EDUCATION
City College at Montana State University Billings: City College at Montana State University Billings offers certificates and two-year degrees in many of today’s in-demand fields such as nursing, ultrasound technology, surgical technician, radiologic technology, paramedic, automobile technicians, diesel technicians, process plant operators, computer system technicians, construction management, welding and metal fabrication, and much more. City College graduates enjoy a 97 percent job placement rate and have an average annual starting salary of $55,193. Learn more at www.msubillings.edu/ citycollege.
Rocky Mountain College (RMC) is Montana’s first and oldest institution of higher education. RMC consistently ranks as one of the highest-rated comprehensive colleges in the western United States for both value and quality. The low student-to-teacher ratio at RMC appeals to both traditional and nontraditional students, and the College offers more than 50 programs of study, including aviation, equestrian studies, health science-related disciplines as well as professional studies such as business and accounting. RMC has approximately 1,000 students representing 37 states, 20 countries, and 16 tribal nations. The historic campus, located in the heart of Billings–Montana’s largest city, provides valuable outcomes in athletics, the arts, internships, and experiential opportunities for all students. For more information visit www.rocky.edu.
Walla Walla University:
Montana State University Billings:
No matter where you are in your life, Montana State University Billings can help you achieve the higher education you seek. They offer 100+ certificates, two year, four-year, or master’s degrees in business, health care, education, trades, sciences, and much more. Many of their programs are offered completely online or offers an online or HyFlex option, to accommodate busy life schedules. MSUB has partnerships with numerous business and organizations, which offer students high-quality internships, clinicals, and research opportunities. Many students find themselves with job offers prior to graduation. MSUB’s tuition is also one of the most affordable in the state and offers over $1.8 million annually in scholarships. MSUB is also the only NCAA Division II institution in Montana
Walla Walla University’s extension campus in Billings offers a fully accredited MSW Program and provides a learning atmosphere that is challenging, supportive, stimulating and fun. Successful completion of this rigorous academic program opens up possibilities for professional advancement and opportunities for meaningful work. WWU opened this extension campus in 2001 and helps train new mental health providers for this entire region and beyond, reaching as far as Casper, WY, Rapid City, SD, and Bozeman, MT. The campus is located on the historic south side of town in a newly remodeled facility offering spacious classrooms and contemporary equipment to provide an enhanced learning experience. Call the WWU Billings campus phone number at (406) 254-9907 to schedule a visit! Learn more at www.wallawalla.edu/msw-billings.
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your Montana lifestyle. The options are as diverse as the scenic landscape.
The housing market in Billings is thriving and can be a great investment for those looking to purchase a new home. The average sale price of a home is $355,000 (Q1-2 of 2022). With the help of a local real estate professional and a bit of research, those new to the Billings area will find a great home for a reasonable price.
Billings also offers apartments and studio living designed with community living in mind, with amenities such as rooftop terraces and lounges, pet parks, and easy walkability to local
buying or renting a home, please refer to the following real estate listings.
APARTMENTS/PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
A Superior Property Management and Maintenance
(406) 318-0740
www.asuperiorpm.com
Affinity At Billings
(406) 245-4295
www.affinityatbillings.com
Billings Best Properties (406) 534-9758
www.billingsbestproperties.com
Rainbow Property Management Inc.
406-248-9028
www.billingsrpm.com
Uhaul (406) 545-2594
www.uhaul.com
MOVING COMPANIES
Uhaul (406) 545-2594
www.uhaul.com
REALTOR ESTATE COMPANIES
TOP INVESTORS
Century 21 Hometown Brokers (406) 591-0021
www.century21hometown.com
ALL OTHER REAL ESTATE
406 Own This Montana Real Estate (406) 208-5450
www.406ownthis.com
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Berkshire Hathaway
Home Services –
Floberg Real Estate
(406) 860-6181
www.floberg.com
Coldwell Banker
The Brokers (406) 652-6100
www.cbthebrokers.com
Corning Companies (406) 651-4300
www.corningcompanies.com
Coty Witschen
Montana’s Realtor (406) 925-0583
www.cotycross.exprealty.com
Diamond Real Estate (406) 256-0400
www.diamond-real-estate.com
Elephas Real Estate Group – Brokered by eXp Realty (406) 272-6568
www.elephasre.com
Irion Properties
(406) 855-5385
JeffBSellsMT
(406) 534-9758
www.jeffberger.
nexthomepeakstoprairie.com
Keller Williams
Yellowstone Properties (406) 655-0005
www.billings.yourkwoffice.com
Kirby Realty Inc. (406) 690-7777
www.shermankirby.com
Michael Christiansen Homes (406) 925-3151
www.michaelchristiansenhomes.com
NextHome Peaks
To Prairie (406) 698-6330
www.nexthomepeaktoprairie.com
P3Coleman Property Development
(406) 671-0236
www.p3coleman.com
PureWest Real Estate –
Christie’s International Real Estate
(406) 601-4210
www.purewestrealestate.com
Reger Properties/Reger Oil
(406) 698-1010
Shay Grinsell Real Estate (406) 740-0978
www.dickzierbrokerage.com
Stock Development (406) 591-4540
www.newhomesinbillings.com
The Ashley Delp Team – Dream Realty
(406) 690-4388
www.ashleydelpteam.com
The Real Estate Hub
(406) 671-1441
www.rehubbillings.com
Treasure Realty Group (406) 670-1578
www.treasurerealtygroup.com
Western Skies Real Estate (406) 876-8222
www.westernskiesmt.com
MANUFACTURED HOMES
Majestic Homes (406) 698-8634
www.majestichomessite.com
EXTENDED STAY WEST END
Hampton Inn (406) 248-4949
www.billings.hamptoninn.com
Homewood Suites
By Hilton, Billings (406) 248-4949
www.homewoodsuites.com
Residence Inn by Marriott (406) 656-3900
www.marriott.com
Towne Place Suites by Marriott (406) 652-7106
www.marriott.com
Western Executive Inn (406) 294-8888
www.westernexecutiveinn.com
DOWNTOWN
Home 2 Suites (406) 252-2255
www.home2suites3.hilton.com
Swift Lodging (406) 839-2266
www.swiftlodging.com
CENTRALLY LOCATED
Hampton Inn (406) 248-4949
www.billings.hamptoninn.com
Best Western Plus
Kelly Inn & Suites (406) 256-9400
www.billingsbestwestern.com
My Place Hotel (406) 259-9970
www.myplacehotels.com
HEIGHTS
Country Inn & Suites (406) 245-9995
www.countryinns.com
www.centralheatingandairmt.com
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Housing
Billings’ medical corridor is a major part of the local economy and is often a reason people choose to relocate here. If you work in the healthcare field, need a specific type of treatment, or are simply assured by the thought of having state of the art facilities and personnel nearby, you will appreciate this aspect of Billings.
Our medical facilities provide the most advanced healthcare services in a four-state area (including Wyoming and the Dakotas). Two fully equipped
and modern hospitals, SCL Health St. Vincent now Intermountain Healthcare and Billings Clinic, offer care from a staff of doctors and specialists that have received national attention for their medical achievements.
There are dozens of medical clinics with a variety of specialties, some focusing on homeopathic care. Hundreds of physicians offer quality care in every major medical specialty, and offer a complete range of medical and surgery services and emergency care.
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ADVANCED CARE HOSPITAL OF MONTANA
HEALTHCARE
levels, with branches across the city. Contact Billings Clinic at (406) 238-2500 or visit their website at www.billingsclinic.com.
RIVERSTONE HEALTH
CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES
100% Chiropractic
(406) 534-6465
www.100percentchiropractic.com
BARE Chiropractic
(406) 969-1190
www.barechiropractic.com
Billings Chiropractic and Injury Clinic
(406) 969-3805
www.billingschiropracticinjuryclinic.com
At Advanced Care Hospital of Montana, they provide critical care services to patients recovering from serious illnesses or injuries. They are a free-standing, long-term acute care hospital serving patients in communities throughout Montana, Wyoming, and western South Dakota. They are a member of a larger network of rehabilitation and critical care hospitals through Ernest Health with local management to best meet the needs of area patients. By being a member of Ernest Health, they are able to share information, knowledge, and resources with all of their hospitals so they can continually evaluate and improve their delivery of care. These efforts have earned them national recognition for their respiratory care services, putting them in the top 15 percent of hospitals nationwide. They consider it a privilege to be able to offer this advanced care and are honored to be a vital part of Billings and the surrounding communities that they serve. Contact Advanced Care Hospital of Montana at (406) 373-8000 or www.ernesthealth.com.
BILLINGS CLINIC
RiverStone Health officials strive to build personal connections with everyone they serve to provide optimal solutions in healthcare. Focusing on public health and education, dignity, respect, understanding, kindness, and sensitivity are the principles underlying every customer interaction. Contact RiverStone Health at (406) 247-3200 or visit their website at www.riverstonehealth.org.
SCL HEALTH ST. VINCENT HEALTHCARE NOW INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTHCARE
Meier Family Chiropractic
(406) 651-5433
www.meierchiropractic.com
Van Chiropractic Clinic
(406) 656-7000
www.drgreygardner.com
CLINIC/MEDICAL GROUPS
Billings Clinic
(406) 238-2500
www.billingsclinic.com
Community Medical Services
(406) 969-4812
www.communitymedicalservices.org
CrossWay Inc.
(406) 697-8828
www.crosswayinc.net
Flex Family Health PLLC
(406) 894-2425
www.flexfamilyhealth.com
Fuller Family Medicine
(406) 651-9355
www.fullerfamilymedicine.com
Keydrop Counseling
(406) 763-6884
www.keydropcounseling.com
Pediatric Therapy Clinic
(406) 259-1680
www.ptcbillings.com
Rimrock
(406) 248-3175
www.rimrock.org
RiverStone Health
(406) 247-3200
www.sclhealth.org
Billings Clinic operates with an approach and system that is similar to that of Mayo Clinic. They are a non-profit, multi-specialty group practice of more than 250 physicians and providers, and many members of its staff are recognized for outstanding healthcare services. The organization is governed by the Billings community with physician leadership at all
SCL Health St. Vincent Healthcare now Intermountain Healthcare, is a Catholic non-profit organization that is one of the region’s largest healthcare providers. Their clinics across the region are part of the Sisters of Leavenworth Health System. SCL Health serves the healthcare needs of more than 500,000 people in a four-state area. The hospital and clinics are staffed with nationally recognized physicians. The campus is located in the Billings’ Medical Corridor and currently spans over 20 acres. Contact SCL Health at (406) 657-7000 or visit their website at www.sclhealth.org.
St. Vincent SCL Healthcare now Intermountain Healthcare
(406) 657-7000
www.sclhealth.org
DENTISTS
Billings West Dental
(406) 245-9556
www.billingswestdental.com
Brewer Dental Center
(406) 656-6100
www.brewerdentalcenter.com
Canyon Creek Dental
(406) 248-7172
www.canyoncreekdentist.com
CORE Dental Care
(406) 652-9100
www.coredentalcare-mt.com
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Lockwood Family Dental
(406) 702-1438
www.lockwooddentistry.com
Midtown Dental
(406) 625-3000
www.billingsmidtowndental.com
Montana Center for Implants and Dentures
(406) 259-7115
www.montanaimplants.com
Moritz Dental Care
(406) 656-9911
www.moritzdentalcare.com
RimPoint Dental
(406) 948-8900
www.rimpointdental.com
RiverStone Health
Dental Clinic
(406) 247-3200
www.riverstonehealth.org
Rubicare Dental Savings
(844) 418-9257
www.rubicare.com
Rubicon Dental Associates
(406) 702-1303
www.rubicondentalassociates.com
Turley Dental Care
(406) 248-6177
www.turleydentalcare.com
DISABILITY ASSISTANCE
STEP Inc Support & Techniques for Empowering People
(406) 248-2055
www.step-inc.org
LIFTT - Living Independently for Today and Tomorrow
(406) 259-5181
www.liftt.org
EagleMount Billings
(406) 969-2949
www.eaglemount.us
MEDICAL/RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA
Aligned Medical Solutions
(406) 259-6387
www.alignedmedicalsolutions.com
High Mountain Ag, LLC
(406) 420-7007
www.highmountainmt.com
Hometree
(406) 656-4161
www.hometreemt.com
Purple Cow Dispensary
(406) 655-0420
www.montanapurplecow.com
Stink Blossom
(406) 591-9233
www.stinkblossom.com
MEDICAL SPAS
Billings Dematology & Aesthetics
(406) 294-9515
www.billingsdermatology.com
IV Nutrition
(406) 206-3550
www.ivnutritionnow.com
Restore Hyper Wellness
(406) 894-9798
www.restore.com/locations/ mt-billings-mt002
Revive IV & Wellness
(406) 534-6615
www.reviveivandwellness.com
Top Deck Medical Aesthetics
(406) 490-5220
www.topdeckmt.com
Vitality Medical & Wellness Center
(406) 855-2422
www.vitalitymedicalandwellness.com
MENTAL HEALTH
Cereset
(406) 252-1444
www.cereset.com
Emerge from Within
(406) 860-9951
www.emergebreathwork.com
Find Your Light, LLC
(406) 899-8076
www.findyourlightmt.com
Montana Therapy For Moms
(818) 519-2815
www.montanatherapyformoms.com
NAMI Billings
(406) 256-2001
www.namibillings.org
Redefining Love Boundaries and Trauma Coaching
(406) 698-2404
www.redefine-love.com
Shifting Sands
(360) 303-7881
www.shiftingsands4health.com
Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch
(406) 655-2100
www.ybgr.org
Youth Dynamics
(406) 245-6539
www.youthdynamics.org
OPTOMETRISTS
406 Rollin’ Eyes Optical Shop
(406) 797-2020
www.406rollineyes.com
Bauer & Clausen
Optometry
(406) 656-8886
www.billingseyedocs.com
Billings Vision Center
(406) 534-6848
www.billingsvisioncenter.com
Heights Eyecare
(406) 252-9927
www.heightseyecare.com
Vance Thompson Vision
(406) 294-1994
www.vancethompsonvision.com
PHYSICAL/MASSAGE
THERAPY
Massage at Plaza
(406) 208-1924
www.facebook.comtiffinyplaza massage
North 40 Physical Therapy
(406) 318-8340
www.windcitypt.com
Ortho Montana (406) 237-5050
www.montanabones.com
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Physical Therapy in Motion
(406) 651-9099
www.physicaltherapyinbillings.com
Sanctuary Spa & Salon
(406) 655-1701
www.sanctuaryspaandsalon.com
RETIREMENT/ ASSISTED LIVING
Autumn Springs
Assisted Living (406) 656-0422
www.autumnspringsassistedliving. com
Highgate Senior Living (406) 651-4833
www.highgateseniorliving.com
Laurel Health & Rehab (406) 628-8251
www.laurelhealthandrehab.com
Mission Ridge (406) 655-5200
www.missionridge.org
Morning Star
Senior Living (406) 652-9303
www.morningstarseniorliving.com
St. John’s United (406) 655-5800
www.stjohnsunited.org
HEALTHCARE
TenderNest, LLC (406) 655-4415
www.tendernest.com
The Springs at Grand Park (406) 652-6989
www.thespringsliving.com/ communities/montana/ the-springs-at-grand-park
WestPark Village Senior Living Community (406) 652-4886
www.westparksenior.com
WyndStone Active Senior Living (406) 325-8600
www.wyndstone.org
SENIOR SERVICES
Adult Resource Alliance (406) 259-9666
www.allianceyc.org
A-Plus Healthcare (406) 245-6356
www.aplushc.com
Big Sky Senior Services (406) 259-3111
www.bigskyseniorservices.org
Billings ConciergeSenior LLC
(406) 694-5394
www.billingsseniorconcierge.com
Canyon Creek – Memory Care Community
(406) 281-8455
www.canyoncreekmontana.com
Compassus Hospice
(406) 294-0785
www.compassus.com
Stillwater Hospice
(406) 671-5686
www.stillwaterhospice.com
SYNERGY HomeCare
(406) 839-2390
www.synergyhomecare.com
SPECIALIZED CARE
Advanced Care Hospital of Montana
(406) 373-8000
www.ernesthealth.com
Alzheimer’s Association
- Montana
(406) 252-3053
www.alz.org
Dispatch Health
(406) 281-0933
www.dispatchhealth.com
Hearing and Speech Connection
(406) 969-2770
www.hascmt.com
Hearing Now Audiology
(406) 840-4327
www.hearingnowaudiology.com
Montana Allergy And Asthma Specialists
(406) 237-5500
www.mt.allergy.com
Northern Rockies Surgery Center of Billings
(406) 248-7186
www.northernrockiessurgery.com
Picture Perfect Ultrasound
(406) 969-4340
www.pictureperfectultrasound.com
PURE Infusion Suites
(406) 702-1327
www.pureinfusionsuites.com
Rehder Balance & Hearing
(406) 245-6893
www.rehderhearing.com
Rimrock
(406) 248-3175
www.rimrock.org
Rocky Mountain Health Network, Inc
(406) 238-6070
www.rmhn.org
The Rehabilitation Hospital of Montana
(406) 413-6200
www.rehabhospitalofmontana.com
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The diversity in the parks system provides for a wide variety of activities and experiences. Besides providing open spaces and scenic beauty, parks serve as sites for scientific inquiry and educational opportunity. Additionally, they contribute environmental benefits like oxygen production, urban cooling, and filtering particulates from the air. Billings parks are treasured by area residents with 86% of households using a city park at least annually, compared to a national average of 79%. To find a list of Billings’ parks, or to search for a park, use the Billings Parks and Recreation Park Finder at www.billingsparks.org/park-finder.
RECREATION, SPORTS AND SWIMMING
Swimming Pools:
• South Park Pool
• Rose Park Pool
Wading Pools:
• Pioneer Park
• Hawthorne Park
Splash Pads:
• Highland Park
• Terry Park
• Castle Rock Park
• South Park
• North Park
Billings proudly boasts a few extraordinary community amenities in the parks that may not be expected.
• The Strike Zone Batting Cages at Stewart Park (406) 657-8371
• Billings Skate Park
• Amend Park Community Garden
• Billings Community and Senior Center (406) 657-3050
• Par 3 Golf course operated by the Exchange Club (406) 652-2553
DOG PARKS
• High Sierra Dog Park West End of Wicks Lane
• Centennial Park
32nd Street West and St. John’s Ave. Centennial Park is our newest community park in Billings! This 23-acre park features many amenities for the citizens of Billings to enjoy including five baseball fields, two large multi-use open spaces, a 6-acre dog park with two doggie drinking fountains,
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four shade structures, 10 benches and a small dog area. Access to the park is available off of 32nd Street W including a parking lot with 80 parking stalls and a year-round restroom facility. Centennial Park is designated as an arboretum. Over the next five to seven years parks staff will plant over 300 trees and provide citizens with an opportunity to see a variety of unique trees that grow in the Billings area. There are still additional amenities planned for the park and will be installed as funding becomes available, including a playground, splash pad, two picnic shelters, basketball and pickle ball courts, and additional parking.
SOFT SURFACE TRAILS
Two Moon Park
This is a County Park situated on the east side of the Heights along the Yellowstone River just east of Bench Blvd. with an access road by Centennial Ice Arena. There are over four miles of natural trails encircling this riverside park with beautiful vistas of the Yellowstone River and riparian terrain. Trail use includes hiking and mountain biking and there is also boat access to the river.
Riverfront Park
Located north of the Yellowstone River and east of South Billings Boulevard, this park has some older asphalt trails, but numerous miles of natural trails skirting the river and small ponds and lakes.
Norm Schoenthal Island and Conservation Education Center
Natural park located on the north side of the Yellowstone River just west of South Billings Boulevard. There is a parking lot with a restroom and bridge access to the island and numerous gravel trails. Several trails wind around the ponds and berms that have been created within the Montana Audubon Center area along the channel.
Zimmerman Park
A county park located west of Zimmerman Trail with parking access south off of Hwy. 3. This is a scenic, natural park area with numerous dirt trails overlooking the city along the face of the Rims. There is also a short hard surface trail that directs visitors to a historic, informational kiosk.
Phipps Park
Located on the southwest side of Molt Road on the west end of Billings. There is a parking lot on the south side of the road just west of the railroad underpass. This is a natural park area with access to the top of the Rims and numerous trails with spectacular views of the Yellowstone Valley and Billings. Trail use includes hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and a challenging Disc Golf Course.
HARD SURFACE TRAILS
Swords Rimrock Park Trail
The trail is two miles long and is located along the Rims south of Airport Road
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and east of the N 27th Street Airport entrance. It is a beautiful section of trail as it meanders across the Rims and provides spectacular vistas of the city and the Yellowstone River Valley.
Jim Dutcher Trail
This trail starts in the Heights on Mary Street on the old railroad bed east of Bench Boulevard. It extends approximately 6.5 miles, passing by Two Moon Park trailhead, dropping down off the Rims by MetraPark, along the Yellowstone River through Coulson Park and ending in Mystic Park, past the City Public Utilities water treatment plant. The Two Moon Trailhead provides parking with water and restroom facilities and there is also water and restrooms located just south of the public utilities area. Parking is also available on the back northeast lot of MetraPark, with an access trail to the main path by Alkali Creek Bridge/Falls.
SPECIALTY PARKS
Landon’s Miracle Field
Landon’s Legacy Foundation has partnered with Billings Kiwanis and Billings Parks and Recreation to create our communities first special needs baseball field. Billings Parks and Recreation has generously donated the land for the baseball field at The Poly Vista Baseball Complex located at 38th and Poly Drive. This field is known as a “Miracle League” Baseball field. It is a custom designed latex free rubberized turf field that accommodates wheelchairs and other adaptive equipment. The
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Miracle League field will serve children and adults who suffer from any physical or mental disabilities which causes them to be excluded from other baseball leagues and is the second Miracle Field in Montana. Programming for the Miracle League began in fall 2022 to provide opportunities for children and adults with any condition that prevents them from playing in a “traditional” baseball league. Find out more information at www.landonslegacy.com or at www. billingsparks.org/program/miracle-league.
PROGRAMS
The Parks and Recreation Department offers over 143 unique recreation program offerings to citizens of all ages. The division offers year-round recreational programs ranging from special interest classes, adult sports, youth sports and youth camps to early learning programs and active older adult programs. The wide range of activities the Recreation Division offers ensures there are opportunities for participants of all ages. Staff takes pride in providing affordable programs that are accessible to all members of the community. A full list of current Recreation Program offerings can be found at www.billingsparks.org.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
The Parks and Recreation Department currently hosts two large volunteer events, Arbor Day and Refresh the Rims. They also have a fun end-of summer event called Dog Days of Summer at Rose Park Pool.
Additionally, the Parks and Recreation works with dozens of organizations throughout the community to host events in the Parks. Some notable events include the Big Sky State Games, Movies in the Park, Billings Symphony in the Park, Montana Shakespeare in the Park, Saturday Live and Summer Fair, to name a handful.
Arbor Day
A worldwide celebration of trees held in the early spring. This award-winning Arbor Day celebration brings community members together for a day of tree planting, volunteer projects, educational booths, and of course, a ceremonial tree planting to commemorate the day. The event attracts over 150 volunteers and around 450 local 4th grade students who take part in the education booths and tree planting ceremony.
Refresh the Rims
The annual fall volunteer event in which community volunteers fan out across parkland on top of the Billings Rims to help clean up and beautify one of Billings’ defining landmarks. The event typically draws around 150 - 200 volunteers who clean over 4.5 miles of trails and natural parkland areas of trash and debris.
Dog Days of Summer
Held on the last day of summer just before the closure of Rose Park Pool. On this day, they close swimming to humans and open the pool to furry four-legged companions with over 300 dogs enjoying the pool! Community members are encouraged to use the Park Finder function at
18 holes of golf
Best greens in town
Affordable greens fees
Grass driving range
New range balls
Billings only city owned golf course
Fantastic pace of play
PGA Professionals on staff
Family Friendly
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19 S 19th Street West, Billings
406.652.2553
www.billingsparks.org/park-finder. This tool allows the user to see a map of all of the parks in our park system as well as search for and filter parks based on activity, facilities, and amenities.
RECREATION
Amend Park (406) 318-0321
www.amendpark.org
Bighorn River Lodge (406) 666-2368
www.bighornriverlodge.com
Bitter Creek Outfitters (406) 855-6075
www.billingstrailrides.com
Centennial Ice Arena/Billings
Amateur Hockey League (406) 256-1192
www.centennialicearena.net
Montana Wake Co. (406) 281-1228
ww.mtwakeco.com
PARKS & RECREATION
Montana Whitewater Rafting & Zipline Company (406) 763-4465
www.montanawhitewater.com
Oasis Water Park (406) 969-3131
www.betterbillings.com
Yellowstone River Campground (406) 259-0878
www.yellowstoneriverrvpark.com
GOLF COURSES
Exchange City Golf Corp. (406) 652-2553
www.billingspar3.com
Hilands Golf Club (406) 245-7731
www.hilandsgolfclub.com
The Briarwood (406) 245-2966
www.thebriarwoodgc.com
GYMS & EQUIPMENT
9 Round Billings (406) 969-5741
www.9round.com
Billings Family YMCA (406) 248-1685
www.billingsymca.org
Jazzercise (406) 245-1257
www.jazzercise.com
Knockout Lifestyle and Fitness (406) 690-5681
www.knockoutlifestyle.com
Limber Tree Yoga and Wellness Studio (406) 860-9991
www.limbertreeyogastudio.com
Orangetheory Fitness (406) 656-1144
www.orangetheoryfitness.com
Planet Fitness (406) 272-4008
www.planetfitness.com
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HOTELS
WEST END
Best Western Plus Kelly Inn & Suites
(406) 256-9400
www.billingsbestwestern.com
Billings Hotel and Convention Center
(406) 867-8193
www.billingshotelmt.com
C’Mon Inn (406) 655-1100
www.cmoninn.com/billings
Erck Hotels
(406) 248-4949
www.erckhotels.com
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriot
(406) 652-5330
www.marriott.com
Holiday Inn Express
(406) 259-8600
www.hieexpress.com/billingsmt
Hampton Inn
(406) 248-4949
www.billings.hamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn & Suites
(406) 656-7511
www.billingswestsuites.hamptoninn.com
Hilton Garden Inn
(406) 655-8800
www.billings.hgi.com
Homewood Suites By Hilton
(406) 248-4949
www.homewoodsuites.com
Kelly Inn (406) 248-9800
www.kellyinnbillings.com
Montana Trailhead Inn (406) 248-7701
www.montanatrailhead.com
My Place Hotel - Billings (406) 259-9970
www.myplacehotels.com
Residence Inn by Marriott
(406) 656-3900
www.marriott.com/bilri
Quality Inn Homestead
(406) 652-1320
www.qualityinn.com/hotel/mt015
Towne Place Suites by Marriott
(406) 652-7106
www.marriott.com/bilts
Western Executive Inn
(406) 294-8888
www.westernexecutiveinn.com
DOWNTOWN
Best Western Plus Clock Tower Inn
(406) 259-5511
www.bwclocktowerinn.com
Cherry Tree Inn
(406) 252-5603
www.billingscherrytreeInn.com
DoubleTree By Hilton
(406) 252-7400
www.hilton.com/en/hotels/ bildtdt-doubletree-billings
Dude Rancher Lodge (406) 259-5561
www.duderancherlodge.com
Home 2 Suites (406) 252-2255
www.home2suites3.hilton.com
Northern Hotel (406) 867-6767
www.northernhotel.com
Swift Lodging (406) 839-2266
www.swiftlodging.com
HEIGHTS
Boothill Inn & Suites (406) 245-2000
www.boothillinn.com
Country Inn & Suites (406) 245-9995
www.countryinns.com/billingsmt
OUTSIDE OF BILLINGS
Blair Hotels (307) 587-3654
www.blairhotels.com
Fairfield Inn & Suites Laurel (406) 743-7100
www.marriot.com
The Pollard Hotel (406) 446-0001
www.thepollard.com
Sage Lodge (406) 823-4005
www.sagelodge.com
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TOP 8 THINGS TO DO OUT HERE IN SOUTHEAST MONTANA
1. Camp Under the Stars | TrailToTheStars.com
There’s no better way to immerse yourself in nature than spending the night under our twinkling, star-filled night skies and waking up to sounds of wildlife. If you want to get serious about astronomy, spend the night at one of our favorite dark sky sites across Montana’s Trail to the Stars.
2. Watch the Wildlife | SoutheastMontana.com/Wildlife
Explore canyons, forests and prairies to catch a glimpse of big game animals like elk, deer and pronghorn to smaller creatures like fox and otters. Remember to pack binoculars with you for spectacular bird watching of eagles, osprey, owls, herons and our state bird, the Western meadowlark.
3. Hit the Trails | SoutheastMontana.com/Biking
The best views offered here are accessed on our trails, across the rugged badlands and wildlife-laden prairies. Favorite trails hiked by locals include those at Makoshika State Park, Terry Badlands Wilderness Study Area and Four Dances Natural Area
4. Get a Little Western | SoutheastMontana.com/Western-Experiences
Cowboy culture thrives in our small agricultural towns and you too, can be a cowboy for a day, when you attend a rodeo, mosey up to a stool at a classic cowboy bar or book a stay at a working ranch. Add the Miles City Bucking Horse Sale to your bucket list for a once in a lifetime adventure at the “Cowboy Mardi Gras.”
5. Walk Through History | SoutheastMontana.com/History
Southeast Montana is steeped in rich history, and we take pride in the celebration and preservation of our roots. Follow in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark at Pompeys Pillar, walk over battlefields where brave warriors and soldiers laid down their lives or experience local history straight from the locals at small county museums with big collections.
6. Cool Off on the Water | SoutheastMontana.com/Boating
Rent a pontoon or pack your own kayak to venture through towering canyon walls at Bighorn Canyon or float along the mighty Yellowstone River. Anglers know to make their way out here where an unforgettable fishing experience awaits with blue-ribbon trout fishing in the Bighorn River and record-breaking catches in Tongue River Reservoir.
7. Dig up Dino Fossils | SoutheastMontana. com/Dinosaurs
Today traces of dinosaurs appear across the Hell Creek Formation in Southeast Montana such as a complete Triceratops skull, Tyrannosaurus rex and a nearly complete skeleton of a Thescelosaurus. For the truly dino-crazy folks, we recommend getting your very own Prehistoric Passport to stamp along each of the 14 stops in the Montana Dinosaur Trail.
8. Experience Native American Culture | SoutheastMontana.com/Indian-Nations
Celebrate Native American culture at a powwow with filled with drumming, singing and dancing in regalia at either Crow Fair—the state’s largest powwow – or Cheyenne Victory Days. Immerse yourself in sites that remain culturally significant to indigenous tribes including Medicine Rocks State Park, Rosebud Battlefield State Park, Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, Pictograph Cave State Park and Chief Plenty Coups State Park for a stellar educational experience.
Learn more about Southeast Montana and planning your next adventure out here at SoutheastMontana.com/interactive-guide
Photo by Kevin League
Photo by Nathan Satran
THE SOUTHEAST MONTANA BURGER TRAIL
No matter your route, you never have to travel far for a perfect burger in Southeast Montana. This burger trail is developed from the recommendations of locals, highlighting more than 24 burgers across the region, all uniquely crafted with their own local flavor and authentic culinary ingenuity. In fact, some of the best dishes are served in the most unlikely places, in some of the smallest towns, just waiting for you to discover.
Looking for a creative and unique burger? Head to Homestead Inn in Broadview for the Mexi Burger. It looks nothing like a burger, but we promise it’ll be one of the best things you’ll try. It is served on open faced buns with a ¼ lb. patty, buried in a homemade green chili (a secret recipe of the owner), sprinkled with tomato and cheese. This is not finger food, folks!
For those with more refined appetites, we’d recommend the Fried Green Tomato & Bacon Burger from Roy Rodgers Bar in Terry. It’s your classic cowboy hangout, so you’d expect a likewise rough and tumble burger. Instead, they plate up an impeccable burger that is eloquently drizzled with balsamic glaze. The attention to detail is obvious in this dish.
We’d be remiss not to mention our very own World Food Championship burgers. The ZooM Burger from Stacked in Downtown Billings. Its patty is smothered with blackberry roasted jalapeño sauce, espresso rub, goat cheese, fried green tomatoes, cheddar cheese and a drizzle of honey. Or, try our other championed burger, the I’m Your Huckleberry Burger from The Burger Dive in Downtown Billings. It has a tremendous 1/3 lb. patty, covered with a cascading layer of homemade huckleberry-
-hatch chile barbeque sauce, bacon, creamy goat cheese, roasted red pepper mayo and fresh arugula. However, The Burger Dive has several scrumptious burgers on the menu and unmistakably, the best burger here is the one you order.
No matter if you are looking for a nearby burger joint to grab dinner for the night or if you are planning the ultimate foodie road trip around Southeast Montana, these friendly establishments will make you fall more in love with Montana, bite after bite. So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to hit the road to experience all the tasty adventures Southeast Montana has in store. Come hungry.
Read more about all the burgers along the Southeast Montana Burger Trail at SoutheastMontana.com/BurgerTrail
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BILLINGS EVENTS
March
St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Celtic Fair
A tradition in the Billings community for 40 years, this parade celebrates a cherished part of the Billings heritage and features over 60 floats. The celebration takes place on the weekend of St. Patrick’s Day and is accompanied by the corresponding outdoor Celtic Fair. The Parade, Celtic Fair & Street Party fill the streets with food truck fare, family-friendly activities, Irish dance music, cloggers, bag-pipers, and live entertainment. www.downtownbillings.com/events
April
PBR
One of the fastest growing sports in the world, where the best bull riding athletes are pitted against the toughest animals on the planet in an 8-second man versus beast duel. Each event is wrapped in a rock concert environment, complete with pulsating music, explosive pyrotechnics and fast-paced production. Qualifiers head to the PBR World Championships in Las Vegas to compete. See the action firsthand at MetraPark right here in Billings. www.metrapark.com/events
May
Montana Women’s Run
This is the largest race in the state, and one of the largest women’s events in the region. The focus is to promote health and fitness among women, and it gives funds back to the community to further this goal. The Montana Women’s Run
includes eight Getting Started Clinics to get women ready for the race, a Kids’ Run for kids 10 and under, and a pint night with an inspirational speaker. www.womensrun.org
June
Strawberry Festival
Located in the streets of downtown Billings, this is a cherished community event that opens the summer season on the second Saturday in June. Experience rich diversity in arts and crafts, fresh produce and strawberries, food-truck fare from Asian to BBQ, live street entertainment, and strawberry shortcake created by the Chefs and Cooks of Montana. With an interactive children’s area including free crafts and activities for all ages, this draws people throughout the northwest region. www.downtownbillings.com/events
Alive After Five
Alive After 5 is one of the most anticipated summer concert series occurring weekly on Thursdays from 5-8 pm at a different outdoor venues in downtown Billings throughout June and July. Each summer, the series entertainment line-up ranges from local and regional favorites to nationally touring bands. Each concert includes various food vendors with outdoor food menu options to choose from. www.downtownbillings.com/events
is a favorite Billings tradition! Be sure to bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax to an evening of music under the big Montana sky while enjoying picnic fare from participating food vendors. www.billingssymphony.org/shows
July
Symphony in the Park
The event introduces many people to live, symphonic music. It begins with an Instrument Petting Zoo, followed by the Billings Community Band, a young conductor’s contest, and then the Billings Symphony Orchestra performs. This
Big Sky State Games
This Olympic-style amateur sports festival is for people of all ages and abilities. The Games are a member of the National Congress of State Games and recognized by the United States Olympic Committee. From its beginning, over 300,000 athletes from over 250 Montana communities have participated. This festival features the sports of the Olympic and Pan-American Games, as well as emerging sports and local favorites. www.bigskygames.org
Yellowstone Valley Farmers Market Yellowstone Valley Farmers Market runs in downtown Billings from July to October every Saturday morning from 8 am -12 pm. It is a nonprofit cooperative consisting of local farmers, gardeners, small business owners, and connoisseurs of local food. Head downtown ready to enjoy the environment, people, fabulous vegetables, fruit, snacks, meat products, hot and ready to eat foods like egg rolls and crepes, and an overall joyous environment. www.yvfm.org
SummerFair
Hosted by the Yellowstone Art Museum on the first weekend in July, SummerFair is one of the region’s largest annual arts and crafts festivals, featuring the best artisans, craftspeople, and entertainers in the area. More than 100 artists, community groups, and food vendors
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participate, and this exciting event attracts more than 10,000 people. www. artmuseum.org/engage/summerfair
Montana Brews & BBQs
This annual event takes place on a Saturday in late July along the beautiful lakeside setting at MetraPark. As a true “Brewfest” it features keg beers only from Montana, and many of the breweries showcase seasonal brews typically not available year round. www.metrapark. com/events
August
Magic City Blues Fest
Every summer in August, Magic City Blues attracts thousands of music fans from all across the country to Billings, the state’s largest city. This urban music festival is a signature event for the city of Billings and the entire state, and offers genuine Montana hospitality in a unique setting, with fabulous lineups and the appeal of Montana’s Trailhead. www.metrapark.com/events
September
MontanaFair
It’s an agricultural celebration in the historic tradition of fairs. This is the region’s largest event with attendance of nearly a quarter of a million each year. Held at MetraPark in Billings, MontanaFair begins the second weekend in August, with nearly 10,000 people earning cash and ribbons for their entries. The carnival features rides and games, and fair food is available, from traditional corn dogs, BBQ, and corn on the cob to fresh lemonade and beer gardens. Stages around the grounds provide free entertainment, and tickets can be purchased for nightly shows. www.metrapark.com/events
Burn the Point
The Chase Hawks Memorial Association presents “Burn the Point” over Labor Day weekend. Each year a parade of over 500 cars brings the downtown streets to life on Friday evening for as many as 12,000 spectators. After the parade, bands play on Broadway and there is a street dance. Saturday morning, the classic car show opens at the MetraPark Fairgrounds where over a 100 trophies are awarded, and a variety of vendors offer food and beverages. www. chasehawks.com/events/burn-the-point
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October
The NILE Stock Show and Rodeo
The premiere event of the NILE each fall is the week-long stock show and rodeo where exhibitors from across the nation bring cattle, horses, and other livestock to Billings to show and sell. With a longstanding tradition of top-notch rodeo performances, the week features a wildly popular Ranch Rodeo and three nights of PRCA Rodeo action starting at 7 pm each night in the MetraPark First Interstate Bank Arena. www.thenile.org/events
HarvestFest
HarvestFest is a grand community fall festival taking place the second weekend of October. The finale of the summer’s Farmers’ Market, HarvestFest celebrates the season with a rich diversity of arts and crafts, fresh produce, mums, pumpkins, pies, and the final offerings of farmers’ market produce. Experience the aromas of food-truck fare like roasted nuts, steak sandwiches, and kettle corn, the live entertainment of fiddlers and dancers and a pumpkin pie baking contest. www.downtownbillings.com/events
November
Holiday Parade
The Holiday Parade is a long-time tradition for the Billings community to usher in the holiday season on the Friday after Thanksgiving. With families gathered for the weekend to eat and shop, the Holiday Parade is a great way to celebrate the season by joining the community to see over 100 floats decorated for the holiday theme with Santa riding as the parade finale. www.downtownbillings.com/events
Holiday Nights
Holiday Nights at ZooMontana is a Christmas Holiday Lighting Experience for you and your family from late November through the end of December. The Zoo is transformed into a winter Christmas village with 10+ million lights and large-scale displays. This outdoor experience also features sleigh rides, pictures with Santa, s’more tents and more to enjoy and celebrate the season. www.holiday-nights.com
December
Christmas Stroll
The annual Downtown Billings Christmas Stroll happens on the first Friday of December, with events from 5-9 pm. The stroll includes various downtown businesses, retail shops, and other activated downtown spaces with extended hours, holiday-centric events, specials, holiday beverages and snacks, and loads of holiday cheer. Featured on this night is also the Holiday Art Walk which celebrates the fine art with local and regional artists, at nearly 40 art galleries and downtown locations. www.downtownbillings.com/events
Chase Hawks Rodeo
The Chase Hawks Rodeo is a one-day rodeo held each year in December about a week after the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Nevada and just before Christmas. The rodeo is held indoors at MetraPark Arena and comfortably seats over eight thousand spectators. The double-bucking-chute format of this event allows for fastpaced rodeo action and affords all spectators in the arena excellent seats to watch. www.chasehawks.com
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