Cooke City is one of the entrances to Yellowstone National Park. It is perhaps most famous for the road that connects Cooke City with Red Lodge. Called "the most scenic drive in America", the Beartooth Pass on U.S. Highway 212 has dramatic switchbacks traversing the spectacular Beartooth Range. Surrounded by national forest, wilderness and Yellowstone National Park, the area is an outdoor recreationist's dream.
Cooke City EMS 4th of July Parade and Fireman’s Picnic
Cooke City, MT
Jul 3
Celebrate Independence Day in the heart of the Beartooth Mountains with the annual Cooke City EMS 4th of July Parade and Fireman’s Picnic. This beloved small-town tradition features a festive parade down Main Street followed by a community picnic and fundraiser hosted by the local volunteer fire department and EMS. Expect classic Montana charm, patriotic fun, food, and a welcoming mountain-town atmosphere.
Cooke City Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual Duck Races
Cooke City, MT
Jul 3
Join the fun at the 2nd Annual Duck Races hosted by the Cooke City Chamber of Commerce. Watch hundreds of rubber ducks race down the creek for prizes, laughs, and small-town mountain fun. This family-friendly Fourth of July tradition is quickly becoming a favorite event in Cooke City and is the perfect way to spend the afternoon after the parade and picnic festivities.
Enjoy an evening of live outdoor theater in the mountains with Shakespeare in the Park in Cooke City. Presented by the renowned Montana Shakespeare in the Parks program, this free community performance brings classic Shakespeare productions to beautiful outdoor settings across Montana. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a memorable summer evening surrounded by the scenic Beartooth Mountains.
Set against one of the most breathtaking mountain backdrops in the country at the gateway to Yellowstone’s northeast entrance in Cooke City, Montana, the Forget Me Knot Music & Art Festival returns for its third year on Friday, August 14 and Saturday, August 15. The must-attend summer festival will continue its growth this August – blending live music, local art and mountain-town charm.
This year’s music lineup features an exciting mix of regional talent. Friday performances will be headlined by Pan Blanco (7:30 PM) and includes performances by Zech Peabody (3:30 PM) and Parker Brown and The Bleeding Hearts (5:30 PM). Saturday’s lineup showcases Holland Dotson (1:30 PM), Wes Urbaniak and The Mountain Folk (3:30 PM), Kalyn Beasley (5:30 PM), and STiLGONE (7:30 PM). More information about the artists and festival schedule is available at www.forgetmeknotfest.org.
Full festival passes for both Friday and Saturday are only $80 and go on sale Friday, April 17 at 9 AM at the festival website (www.forgetmeknotfest.org). Friday day passes ($35) and Saturday day passes ($55) will also be available for purchase on April 17.
In addition to live music, festivalgoers can explore a vibrant selection of art vendors, food trucks, and beverage offerings, creating a full weekend experience for all ages.
The mission of the Forget Me Knot Music & Art Festival is to celebrate the best in regional music and art while highlighting the stunning landscape surrounding Cooke City and Silver Gate, Montana. The event also plays an important role in strengthening community spirit.