February Events

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Stay at a one of the best vacation rental properties in Northwest Montana. Whitefish Glacier Vacations has getaways in West Glacier National Park, slopeside ski condos on Big Mountain to luxury downtown townhomes, we have the best lodging in to choose from. For couples to groups to wedding parties and reunions.

Here are some things to do in Whitefish and Glacier to make the romantic month of February special

The snow is finally coming in and we are rallying for some great powder! Are you ready for February skiing?

Whitefish Winter Carnival – February 2 – 4th

www.whitefishwintercarnival.com

Join us for this festive winter celebration that brings us together in festivity and frolic, while reminding us of the Legend of Ullr. (Read more HERE)

February events kick off on the 2nd from 6pm – 10pm with the Gala at the Whitefish Lake Restaurant (1200 Hwy 93 North – (406) 862-5285) Cocktails and silent auction start at 6pm with the dinner starting at 7pm. Click HERE for ticket information.

Father Daughter Ball – February 2nd from 6:30pm – 8:30pm

O’Shaughnessy Center – 1 Central Avenue, Whitefish, MT – (406) 862-5371 Father Daughter Ball Whitefish Montana. Whitefish Glacier Vacations has a selection of vacation rentals from luxury slopeside ski condos to a stunning downtown townhome for a special retreat to cabins in West Glacier. Choose the right vacation home for your getaway in Whitefish or Glacier

Get your little princesses ready for a special night with their dad. And dad, this is the event when you’ll create such a special memory with your daughter. Tiaras, rings and wands will be available for purchase to really make your princess feel like royalty. Click HERE for more information

Penguin Plunge February 3rd at 11:00am

Whitefish Lake – City Beach – 70 Lakeside Blvd, Whitefish MT

Make your splash for charity by taking the chilly plunge for Special Olympics Montana. You can form a team (who is vacationing with you), to jump in as an individual. Registration starts at 9:30am. Click HERE to learn more.

Whitefish Winter Carnival parade – February 3RD at 3:00PM

Downtown Whitefish

The culmination of our great annual winter celebration ends with this special family parade in downtown Whitefish. Come see funny characters and floats and find your reason why you love Whitefish and winter so much that you’ll be back again next year! (P.S. We give discounts to our repeat guests!)

Rotary pancake breakfast – February 4th from 9:00am – 2:00pm

Whitefish Moose Lodge – 1735 E Lakeshore Dr, Whitefish, MT

This is the final ending to the Whitefish Carnival so come enjoy some syrupy goodness and meet new friends over a short stack.

whitefish whiteout – February 10th

Whitefish Glacier Vacations has a selection of vacation rentals from luxury slopeside ski condos to a stunning downtown townhome for a special retreat to cabins in West Glacier. Choose the right vacation home for your getaway in Whitefish or Glacier

Photo Courtesy Glacier County Tourism

Whitefish Ski Resort – 3905 Big Mountain Rd, Whitefish, MT

When you stay at one of our Gelande properties you are close to the action of this ski mountaineering race. Competitors will skin up the mountain then ski to the next stop. 4 courses to watch that cater to abilities. Come enter or watch the competition. Click HERE for more information.

Presidents weekend torchlight parade & fireworks – February 17th – 7:00pm

Whitefish Ski Resort – 3905 Big Mountain Rd, Whitefish, MT

Come join us for the truly special evening event that is music to your eyes. Viewers can assemble near Ed & Mully’s Restaurant at the bottom of Ed’s Run. Have your camera ready to record or just leave it in your pocket so you can relish in the events (recommended for full enjoyment). The event starts at 7pm and nighttime skiing will resume that night at 7:30pm. Click HERE to learn more.

Whitefish Theatre Presents “Misery” – February 22nd – 25th and February 29 – March 2nd

Whitefish Theatre – 1 Central Ave, Whitefish, MT

We all remember Paul Sheldon’s “Number One Fan” from this Stephen King thriller. Come see our talented actors and actresses bring this story to life again. For ticket information, click HERE

Montana special olympics – February 29th 9:00am – 2:30pm

Whitefish Ski Resort – 3889 Big Mountain Rd, Whitefish, MT

Brought to you by Dream Adaptive, join us for this very special event. Dream is training over 80 participants weekly as they get ready for the game. Click HERE for more information about this event and learn more about this amazing Whitefish organization.

Here are a few other recommended activities

running throughout winter to enjoy

Photo Courtesy: Glacier County Tourism

Spend the day in Glacier National Park for a day of snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. The park is so quiet and beautiful during the winter months, especially after a soft blanket of snow.

Many downtown outfitters or Sportsman & Ski Haus will rent all the equipment you need to enjoy a day in the park.

Stop by or call their Whitefish location at 6475 U.S. 93 S, Whitefish, MT 59937 406-862-3111

Click HERE for a list of their rentals https://www.sportsmanskihaus.com/info/shop-services

Try Fat Tire Biking on area trails or in Glacier National Park. For information visit Whitefish Bike Retreat or call 406-260-0274

If you’ve never tried snowmobiling, visit our friends and our go-to place at Northwest Montana Adventure in Olney. They’ll have the Gear you need to stay warm and cozy and enjoy hot cocoa at the top of your destination in a yurt with a view.

Close to snowmobiling, you can then go on and enjoy Dog Sled Adventures. Click HERE for more info. Visit or call 406-881-BARK (2275)