Produced by the Missoula Downtown Association as Missoula’s signature celebration, the River City Roots Festival has quickly risen to the top of Western Montana’s must-see-list.

Recognized as the 2009 Montana Tourism Event of the Year, River City Roots Fest draws more than 15,000 individuals to the heart of Downtown Missoula for a variety of fun activities and exceptional music. This two-day FREE festival features first-class art and entertainment for both residents and visitors.

With quality live performances on a big stage on West Main Street, a fine art show, entertainment for children and families, and a 4-Mile run through the heart of Missoula, Roots Fest brings a weekend of family fun to the heart of the community.

12:30-2pm: Kid Rock Bands – Tangled Tones: The Kings & Queens & Tambourine Queen, as well as ZACC’s Rock Band Camp

2:30-4pm: Moneypenny

4:30-6pm: Ashleigh Flynn & the Riveters

6:30-8pm: The Black Lillies

8:30-10:30pm: Honey Island Swamp Band