What animal is known to laugh and has been proven to

have a sense of humor?

Billings, Montana is buzzing with the Rocky Mountain Chapter Tree Climbing Competition at Pioneer Park, uniting professional arborists from several states.

Forty competitors and around 60 volunteers have gathered for this annual event, organized by the International Society of Arboriculture's Rocky Mountain Chapter.

"Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it." - Charles R. Swindoll

Cancer survivors and their care teams came together at ZooMontana in Billings for a warm, outdoor barbecue, stepping away from the clinic to celebrate strength and resilience.

Among those present was Christina Schy, who has bravely beaten breast cancer twice, and Dennis Henderson, a lung cancer survivor still vigilant about his health since his 2020 diagnosis

📅 Things to Do in Billings This Week (June 22–28)

🎸 Corb Lund at The Pub Station

Tuesday, June 23
Award-winning Canadian country and western singer-songwriter Corb Lund brings his storytelling style and prairie-inspired sound to Billings for one night only. A great pick for fans of Americana and country music.

🎶 Free Summer Concert: Little Joe and the Cartwrights

Thursday, June 25 | 6–8 p.m.
St. John's United continues its free Summer Concert Series with Little Joe and the Cartwrights. Bring a lawn chair, gather some friends, and enjoy a summer evening of live music.

🎵 Alive After 5 Returns Downtown

Thursday Evening
Downtown Billings' popular Alive After 5 summer concert series continues with live music, food vendors, and a lively downtown atmosphere. It's one of the city's signature summer traditions and a great excuse to spend an evening downtown.

🐴 Spark Some Fun Horse Show

June 26–28 | MetraPark
This three-day AQHA horse show welcomes riders and spectators for a weekend of competition and horsemanship. Whether you're involved in the horse community or simply looking for something different to check out, it's worth a visit.

🤠 Clint Reimann at Craft Local

Friday, June 26 | 7 p.m.
Montana country favorite Clint Reimann returns to Craft Local for an evening of live music and dancing. Expect a strong local crowd and plenty of country energy.

🌞 Explore Billings Outdoors

With warm summer weather settling in, it's a great week to revisit local favorites like Pioneer Park or take in the views at Four Dances Recreation Area. Perfect options for readers looking for a low-cost family outing or outdoor adventure.

The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, is coming to Billings, Montana from July 2 to July 5, 2026.

Set up at Will James Middle School, the exhibit offers locals a moving way to honor Vietnam War heroes.

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