Good morning, Helena.

Montanans gathered at the Capitol to mark the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere's Midnight Ride and the start of the American Revolution, with community members, veterans, historians + performers watching as two lanterns were lit to honor the past.

A day of service is held today to further celebrate the events, an initiative set up by the Montana 250th Commission and approved by the legislature in 2023.

Local veterans with VFW 12177 funded a $5,000 columbarium at the Lewis and Clark County Cemetery—located at 5655 McHugh Drive—to hold at least 20 sets of cremated remains.

The columbarium will be finished by May 8 ahead of a 9 a.m. mass burial for veterans and unclaimed remains.

Just in time for Easter, the Helena Dirty Knees Flower Cart is filled with tulips grown in Yvonne LaFromboise's basement, where she began the cart during the pandemic to find an escape from her healthcare job.

She relies on honesty for payment and plans to reopen in late May or June (updates will be posted on Helena Facebook groups and Nextdoor).

Helena Public Schools is asking voters to pass a $3 million tech levy in May to replace old devices + boost network systems.

The levy would add about $2 to $11 per month in property taxes based on home value, and district officials say this is a smaller ask than past proposals.

Lewis and Clark Public Health launched a measles outbreak tracker that shows active cases, hospitalizations and deaths by county in Montana.

The tool may help residents access current data during the outbreak.

The motocross season begins today at Last Chance Raceway with riders of all ages competing in the Easter Grand Prix, and racing starts at 9:30 a.m.—organizers expect over 200 racers to join the event.

2025 Fundraising Summit

9:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Delta Hotels Helena Colonial — $95 – $305 — A day exploring trends and strategies for building a strong fundraising foundation.

Triple Crown Gala

6-11 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — $150 — Experience an evening of elegance and empowerment at this Kentucky Derby-themed charity event supporting adults with disabilities.

HYP Mingle at Ten Mile Creek Brewery

6-8 p.m. — Ten Mile Creek Brewery — Free microbrews for members — Unwind with friends while enjoying local brews at a great venue.

Unravel The Scratchgravels XC

11 AM – 3 PM — Echo lane trailhead — Supports local cycling initiatives — Experience premier cross-country racing on Helena's stunning single-track trails.

Winter Dance Party Concert in Helena

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Ticket prices unknown — Experience the ultimate tribute to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper's final tour.

Helena's Spring Art Walk

Helena's Spring Art Walk: Visit 100+ artists in-person, on display at more than 40 business hosts from 4 - 8pm. Start by picking up your map at Omerta Arts to win prizes, see two great new exhibitions, real artist studios, live music, BBQ + ice cream, then shuttle to the library and wander back (800 Front St.)

Don’t Fence Me In Trail Run

7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Pioneer Park — Kids 12 and under register for free — Celebrate a beloved Helena tradition with various trail run events supporting local parks and trails.

Resonance: An Evening of Art Inspiring Art

5:30-9:00 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Check event details for cost — Experience a reimagined production from the Cohesion Dance Project highlighting the intersection of art forms.

2025 North Star Subdivision Community Garage Sale

1-7 p.m. — North Helena Storage — Free entry — Discover hidden treasures and community spirit at the annual neighborhood garage sale.

Mount Helena’s Changing Forest Field Trip

9:00 AM - 12:45 PM — Delta Hotels Helena Colonial — Free — Discover how 7th graders monitor forest health in Helena with expert foresters.