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Missoula Nightlife

Best Bars in Missoula

5 venues

Montgomery Distillery

distillery
4.6

Crafts its spirits from local grains, offering a true taste of Montana in its cocktails.

Downtown

The Rhino

dive bar
4.2

A classic dive bar with a huge selection of beers on tap.

Downtown

Charlie's Bar

dive bar
4.5

A local favorite with a friendly atmosphere and a great jukebox.

Northside

Cranky Sam Public House

brewery
4.6

A great spot for craft beer and delicious pub food.

Downtown

The Top Hat

music venue
3.8

A premier live music venue with a great sound system and a large dance floor.

Downtown

Best Night Out in Missoula

A curated evening itinerary from early drinks to late-night dancing.

7–9 PMPre-Game

Start with cocktails or craft beers at a neighborhood bar. Keep it relaxed — the night is young.

The Rhino

Downtown ·

9 PM–12 AMPrime Time

Hit the main strip. Rooftop bars, live music, or a lively pub crawl through the best neighborhoods.

AC Hotel Rooftop Bar

Downtown ·

12 AM–3 AMLate Night

The clubs open up. Dance floors fill, DJs take over, and the real nightlife begins.

Nightlife Neighborhoods

Downtown

The heart of Missoula's nightlife, Downtown is packed with a variety of bars, restaurants, and music venues. It's a vibrant and walkable area that offers something for everyone.

Best for: Bar hopping, live music, and late-night eats.
Crowd:

Hip Strip

Located just south of Downtown, the Hip Strip is a trendy neighborhood with a more laid-back vibe. It's home to a number of unique shops, restaurants, and bars.

Best for: Craft beer, unique cocktails, and a more relaxed atmosphere.
Crowd:

Northside

The Northside is a historic and diverse neighborhood with a growing number of bars and restaurants. It's a great place to experience a more local side of Missoula's nightlife.

Best for: Dive bars, local breweries, and a more authentic Missoula experience.
Crowd:
DistrictBest ForCrowdWalk ScoreTop Venues
DowntownBar hopping
Hip StripCraft beer
NorthsideDive bars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the nightlife like in Missoula?

Missoula has a surprisingly vibrant and diverse nightlife scene for a city of its size. It's a college town, so there's a youthful energy to the nightlife, but there are also plenty of options for a more mature crowd. You'll find everything from craft breweries and distilleries to dive bars, live music venues, and even a rooftop bar.

What are the best bars in Missoula?

Some of the best bars in Missoula include Montgomery Distillery for craft cocktails, The Rhino for its huge beer selection, and Charlie's Bar for its classic dive bar atmosphere. Cranky Sam Public House is a great spot for craft beer and food, and The Top Hat is a premier live music venue.

What time does nightlife start in Missoula?

Happy hour usually starts around 4:00 or 5:00 PM, and the bars start to get busy around 9:00 or 10:00 PM. Most bars close at 2:00 AM.