Up next at Bridger Brewing: Mike Murray, Halloween w/ Petty tribute The Waiting & more

Though we’ve quickly phased into fall with even cooler months to come, ice cold beer is always in season at south side Bozeman’s Bridger Brewing. In addition to its delicious craft brews and artisan pizzas, the family-friendly brewer also hosts Music & Mussels every Wednesday and {Pints with Purpose} on Mondays. Here’s a look at some of the upcoming acts and nonprofits.
Wednesday nights from 5–8pm, Bridger Brewing hosts Music & Mussels! Come enjoy some live music and succulent, steamed mussels with house-made sweet Italian sausage, tomatoes, garlic, and chili flakes, topped with parsley and tomato salsa.
Christy Hays and Tony Polecastro team up for an evening of tunes on Wednesday, October 17th.
“Like Lucinda Williams in a Carhartt jacket, Christy Hays works rugged metaphors into emotionally charged country folk,” wrote a reviewer for The Austin Chronicle. Hays’ music has folk and country tinges, thoughtfully penned stories and a full band sound that’s both driving alt country and moody folk rock.
Compared to Brandi Carlile, Lucinda Williams, Rhett Miller, Kathleen Edwards and Patty Griffin, Hays has a sound uniquely her own. She has shared the stage with Hayes Carll, Sturgil Simpson, Bruce Robison, Kelly Willis and Jeffery Foucault to name a few. River Swimmer, Hays’ third full-length and fifth release overall, brings the culmination of her influences and experiences traveling the world. The album is available now.
Polecastro is a YouTube Guitar Geek, instructor, and lover of all things strings. The local artist plays original material spanning from American Primitive guitar-influenced instrumentals a la John Fahey and Daniel Bachman, to more modern fingerstyle flights of fancy. To round out the sonic pie, he also sings his originals and covers out of the traditional and folk catalog. Often teamed up with singer/songwriters such as Shelly Bessler and Christy Hays, Polecastro rarely has a microphone in front of him, but his solo shows turn all that inside out. Expect multiple guitars, dobro, and even some old time banjo to blend with his elegant croaking – ahem – singing.
Montana singer/songwriter Mike Murray follows with a performance on Wednesday, October 24th. He’s touring in support of his spring release and fourth album, Difficult Days. Of his performances, the Whitefish Pilot’s Matt Baldwin writes, “It’s obvious Murray thrives with an electric guitar in his hands. His stage presence draws in the audience as he loses himself in deep solos on top of a driving beat.” Order up your favorite Bridger brew and enjoy the show!
Happy Halloween! The Waiting are back on Wednesday, October 31st. The Bozeman-based roadhouse rock n’ roll band celebrates the music of Tom Petty. Not exactly a “cover” or “tribute” band, they’re, in the spirit of The Heartbreakers, first and foremost a BAND: a motley mix of musicians and friends interpreting the songs of one of rock’s greatest legends.
The band’s motto is “We bring the Petty to your town,” and since 2013 they’ve been doing exactly that all across the Treasure State. Whether it’s one of Tom Petty’s smash hits with the Heartbreakers, a sampling from his solo albums, or even a collaboration with the Traveling Wilburys, The Waiting runs the gamut, performing each tune with undeniable, fiery live energy and a devotion to showing each person in the crowd a damn good time.
First up next month, The Road Agents drop in on Wednesday, November 7th. The band, composed of Jeff Peterson and Justin Ringsak, play acoustic rock n’ roll. They’re a guitar and mandolin duo people can groove to! Jeff and Justin will bring danceable, original songs about firewood, larceny, and resolve. The Road Agents’ debut EP, Dreams of Stingrays, Roadrunners, and Hangovers is available now.
Bridger Brewing not only takes pride in its stellar menu items, but also in the community it serves. The brewery hosts {Pints with Purpose} every Monday evening from 5–8pm where $1 of every pint sold will be donated to a featured local nonprofit. Here’s a look at some of the nonprofits on the calendar in the coming weeks. Come enjoy a house-brewed pint and be charitable in the process!
Have a brew and help raise dollars for the Skateboard Alliance of Montana on Monday, October 15th. Created to support and expand the local skateboard community, the nonprofit’s goal is to aid in building and improving skateparks, and to develop educational programs. Learn more at www.skateboardallianceofmontana.org.
Proceeds from Monday, October 22nd will benefit Cottonwood Day School, the only school in Montana for students with learning disabilities. Their purpose is to provide a safe and nurturing environment that encourages student engagement and achievement within a comprehensive academic framework that meets both state and national standards. Learn more at www.cottonwooddayschool.org.
Take a peek into the work of the Longfellow Parent Association on Wednesday, October 29th. Comprised of parents and guardians of enrolled students, the LPA works to support and strengthen the community of Longfellow. Learn more at https://lo.bsd7.org.
Stopping in for a happy hour brew will support the Bozeman Figure Skating Club on Monday, November 5th. Their mission is to promote awareness and encourage people of all ages to participate in the sport of figure skating. Learn more at www.bozemanskating.com.
Bridger Brewing provides the Bozeman community with unique hand-crafted brews, fresh artisan-style pizzas, and more. Locally owned, family friendly, and Bobcat proud, Bridger Brewing is the perfect place for lunch or an evening out. To learn more about upcoming events and daily specials, visit www.bridgerbrewing.com or call (406) 587-2124. Bridger Brewing is located at 1609 S 11th Ave. in the Town & Country complex, near campus and just across from the Fieldhouse. They’re open for business from 11:30am–9pm daily.