Randy Diefel
Aug 18, 2026
Trivia Question❓Which country has the most time zones? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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Good morning, Billings! ☀️ We’ve got a busy week ahead, with big skies getting even busier, plenty happening around town, and a few reminders for enjoying these dog days of summer safely. Grab your coffee, settle in, and let’s see what’s happening around Billings this week. |
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🔊 Billings is about to get loud. If you hear a little more rumbling than usual this week, don’t blame the neighbors. We’ve got motocross bikes tearing up the track, bulls kicking up dust at Bullfest, Banana Ball bringing its own brand of chaos to Dehler Park—and, overhead, the Blue Angels making sure nobody sleeps through the weekend. In other words, quiet may be hard to come by. But this is one week we’re perfectly OK with the noise. |
☀️ Speaking of things heating up… |
Billings is bringing the action this week, but Mother Nature is bringing the temperature. And while we can grab some shade, crank up the A/C or complain about it to anyone who’ll listen, our four-legged friends have fewer options. So how hot is too hot for your dog? The answer isn’t as simple as the number on the thermometer. |
Hot Days, Happy Pets: A Few Summer Safety Reminders |
Summer heat isn’t just uncomfortable for us—it can be dangerous for pets, too. With temperatures climbing into triple digits and wildfire smoke affecting air quality, local pet owners have a few extra things to keep in mind. Keep outdoor time short On especially hot days, consider walks and playtime early in the morning, then keep outdoor trips brief as temperatures rise. Dogs don’t cool themselves the same way we do—they rely heavily on panting and also release heat through their paw pads. Watch the smoke, too Wildfire smoke can make a normal walk or game of fetch harder on pets, particularly when air quality reaches unhealthy levels. When it’s smoky or extremely hot, indoor play may be the better option. Know the warning signs Heavy panting, excessive drooling, slowing down, lagging behind or simply refusing to keep walking can all be signs your dog is struggling with the heat. Pay attention to the pet in front of you rather than relying only on the temperature reading—and when in doubt, head inside and contact your veterinarian. Bottom line: Shade, fresh water, shorter outings and a little extra attention can go a long way toward keeping our four-legged neighbors comfortable and safe this summer. |
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⚾ Banana Ball World Tour — Aug. 20–22 |
The Firefighters and Party Animals take over Dehler Park for three days of the fast, theatrical version of baseball that’s become a national phenomenon. This feels like one of the week's biggest draws. |
🐂 Big Sky Bullfest Aug. 21 |
Bull riding heads to MetraPark - First Interstate Arena for a Friday night of Western action. |
✈️ Yellowstone International Air Show — Aug. 22–23 |
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels headline the weekend at Billings Logan International Airport. The official schedule lists the show from 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. both days. Yellowstone International Air Show |
🏍️ HPMA Motocross — Aug. 22–23 |
Two days of motocross racing at the Billings Motorcycle Club. |
🌿 Nature Trivia — Aug. 20 |
A free nature-themed trivia night at Thirsty Street Brewing Co. A nice smaller/local counterpoint to the huge weekend events. |
THAT’S A WRAP 🌯 |
That’ll do it for this week, Billings! It’s shaping up to be a hot, loud and very Billings kind of week—so keep the dogs cool, enjoy the action, and don’t forget to look up when those Blue Angels come roaring overhead. See you around town! 👋 |
💡 Answer to Trivia Question: France has the most time zones of any country |