Last year was a quiet one in Montana, as our festivals, fairs, and other events were canceled for obvious reasons. And while we were happy to help everyone stay safe and healthy, we’re also thrilled to see our local calendars filling up with fun festivities once again.

If you’re looking for a small but wonderful celebration to help you ease back into group outings, look no further than Fort Benton on the weekend of June 25-27. Its annual Summer Celebration is always a great time. And since Fort Benton is known as the Birthplace of Montana, it seems especially fitting to celebrate our state there.

Fort Benton is the oldest settlement in Montana, having been established in 1846.
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In fact, the city's waterfront area is a designated National Historic Landmark.
The Fort Benton Summer Celebration was founded in 1976.
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In its first year, it celebrated the dedication of the Lewis and Clark Monument, and it has gotten better each year since.
The three-day event features food vendors, crafts and activities for children, live entertainment, free tours, and Montana-made art and crafts for sale. Art on the Levee is always a huge success.
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From a free pig roast lunch on Saturday to a weekend-long pie auction, this is a small-town party at its finest.

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The live entertainment is always one of the top highlights of the Fort Benton Summer Celebration.
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The music kicks off at 4:45 on Friday and Saturday at Old Fort Park.
Whatever you do, make sure you don't miss the street dance that kicks off at 8:30 on Friday and Saturday night at the corner of 14th Street and Front Street.
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It isn't uncommon for festival-goers to dance until midnight.
There's truly no better place to celebrate Montana than the place where Montana began.
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This year, we'll also be celebrating Fort Benton's 175th birthday.
The Fort Benton Summer Celebration is free to attend thanks to an abundance of generous local sponsors.
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Come see why this is sometimes called Montana's event of the year.

Fort Benton’s Summer Celebration is always a blast. Check out the full fabulous schedule here.

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