7 Fun Things-to-Do in the Flathead Valley during the Winter (Indoors)

Picnics on the beach at Flathead Lake just aren't as fun in the winter and a huckleberry shake might give you a serious brain-freeze!  If you prefer indoor activities in the winter to playing in the snow, here is a list of great indoor activities for winter in the Flathead Valley!


1. The Theater!  The Flathead Valley, for its population size has some great options if you want to see a play!  Check out the Whitefish Theater Company, the Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts!

2. Bowling Alleys!  The Flathead Valley has several great bowling alleys including Pick's just east of our hotel!
3. Cinch Rodeo Series!  Rodeos aren't just for the Summer!  Check out the indoor Cinch Rodeo Series at the Majestic Valley Arena, just north of Kalispell!
4.Art galleries!  The Flathead Valley is home to several great artists who consistently produce nationally recognized art!  Downtown Bigfork, Lakeside, Whitefish and Kalispell all have several galleries that are open year round!

5. Breweries!  Kalispell, Bigfork, Lakeside and Whitefish all have local breweries that produce some of the finest microbrews in the Northwest!  There's no better way to spend an afternoon in the winter than watching the snow fall outside the window and sipping on great brew!
6. Coffee Shops!  Relax with a cup of joe and a cozy, inspiring setting!  Kalispell, Lakeside and Whitefish all have great coffee shops and bakeries where you can relax, catch up with friends or enjoy a good book in a great atmosphere!
7. Museums and Mansions!  The Hockaday Museum is a great place to check out a variety of Western Art! You can also jet down to Polson on the south end of Flathead Lake and visit their Miracle of America Museum. It has a vast collection, from WWII planes, Native American artifacts, classic cars and homestead antiques!   Don't forget the Conrad Mansion in Kalispell either.  Built by the founder of Kalispell, it has been maintained just as it was built in the late 1800s.  Winter tours are generally available during the holiday season!

Article written by Matt Harrington, marketing specialist at the Best Western Plus Flathead Lake Inn and Suites in Kalispell, MT.  If you're coming to the Flathead, to Kalispell or to Glacier National Park, check out Kalispell's best hotel!