If you’re missing summer, there’s always one place in Montana you can go to sip fruity cocktails and have a beach day. This is the time of year that we love to give a shout-out to the infamous Sip n’ Dip Lounge in Great Falls, our quirky mermaid bar that has been receiving national praise for years.

Looking at the O'Haire Motor Inn on 7th Street South, you'd never guess one of the best tiki lounges in the country lies inside.
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But thanks to a team of geniuses who turned the old swimming pool into a bar, that's exactly what you'll find here.
The Sip n' Dip Lounge has a beach theme, and it's fun and campy in all the right ways.
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No matter how cold and snowy it gets outside, inside, it's always summer.
This spot is known for its giant fishbowl drinks, which you may want to share (although it's not required).
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They also serve a full menu of tasty food, and while it's not the main reason to come in, it's still convenient.

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What really sets this magical bar apart from the rest is its legendary mermaid show.
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For several hours each day, you can watch beautiful mermaids - and sometimes mermen - swimming around in the pool.
The mermaids do not perform a show, but they do swim completely in character - and for a small tip, you can take your photos with them.
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It's worth noting that, although the lounge is all-ages until 9 p.m., this is definitely a bar. If you're looking for a true family-friendly experience, check out the mermaid brunch on Sundays.
And just when you think you can't love this place anymore, you just might come face to face with Piano Pat.
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Piano Pat performs on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings. She's well into her 80s, and she is an absolute legend.
The Sip n' Dip is open daily at 11:30 AM.
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They're open until 2 a.m. most nights, although they tend to wrap up around midnight on Sundays and Mondays. After all, mermaids need their rest too.

Have you ever been to the Sip n’ Dip? If you’re craving a beach day but don’t have the means to make that happen, this whimsical bar is the next best thing.

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Sip 'n Dip Lounge, 17 7th St S, Great Falls, MT 59401, USA