When it comes to Montana’s Christmas towns, Bigfork definitely holds the official title as Montana’s Christmas Village. That said, the Treasure State is full of the holiday spirit, and plenty of our charming cities add some fun, festive decor. But when it comes to thoroughly diving into this magical time of year, you’ll definitely want to be sure to enjoy a Whitefish, Montana Christmas!

Whitefish is an absolutely delightful destination in any season.
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While the city streets stay packed all summer, you won't see much of a slow down after the first snowfall. That's when the winter recreation fun starts.
In late November, the first of the city décor appears...
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...and before long, the entire downtown area is decked out in holiday magic. This is one of the most iconic streets in Montana.
Whitefish actually has a lot to decorate, as there's quite a bit happening during the holidays.
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From the Christmas Stroll in early December to the Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade at Whitefish Mountain Resort and February's Whitefish Winter Carnival, it seems as if there's always something to look forward to here (and we love it).

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 The Whole Family Could Spend An Entire Day Having A Blast At Montana's Great Indoors

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Many of the local shops, restaurants, and hotels also decorate for the season.
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This is Hidden Moose Lodge, a cozy place to curl up after a long day of exploring.
And doesn't the Garden Wall Inn look like something out of a Hallmark movie?
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This restored 1920s inn always goes all out.
It's no secret that this mountain town gets extremely cold when the sun goes down.
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That said, you should bundle up and venture out for a night walk anyway. You won't be sorry.
Can't make it to Whitefish before Christmas?
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Good news - the decorations typically stay up until about the middle of February. So you still have plenty of time to take in all the twinkling.

 

For more information, check out the Whitefish Convention and Visitors Center website, as well as the Explore Whitefish Facebook page.

Have you ever been to Whitefish, Montana? If so, what was your favorite part? When was the last time you visited? Would you agree that is among the best Christmas towns in Montana? We’d love to read about your experiences in the comments section below!

If not, read on and more of why it’s such an enchanting town.

If you’d like to explore winter hikes in and around the area, you can find some great trails by going to the AllTrails website.

Also, be sure to learn why Big Sky, Montana, is considered one of the 50 most beautiful small towns in America.

If you’re still in the mood for more Montana adventures, take a look at this video:

 

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Where can we find small towns in Montana?

  • Philipsburg is a popular former 19th-century mining town with great hikes nearby.
  • Choteau has maintained a great deal of its historic French roots and offers a wide array of great shopping, dining establishments, and inviting accommodations.
  • Fort Benton is the Birthplace of Montana and home to the Bridge to Nowhere as well as numerous museums.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other charming small towns in Montana.

Where can we find the best steakhouses in Montana?

  • The Land of Magic in Logan serves up great steaks and other fare in an old-fashioned log building.
  • The Mint Cafe and Bar in Belgrade is an upscale, circa-1904 steakhouse and one of the best in the state.
  • The McAllister Inn, located in its namesake town of McAllister, serves elegant steaks, burgers and occasional prime rib specials.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other delicious steakhouses in Montana.

Where can we find short hiking trails in Montana?

  • The Triple Tree Trail in Gallatin National Forest is one of the easiest hikes in Montana and particularly popular during wildflower season.
  • The Redrock Falls Trail in Glacier National Park is a 3.5-mile hike and features a waterfall along the way.
  • The Sacagawea Peak Trail near Bozeman is short but does have some steep inclines and switchbacks.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other short hiking trails in Montana.

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