Top Five Things To Do Sundays and Mondays in Helena Montana
By Chelsea Paschall
The transitional days of Sundays and Mondays are days of rest and reset for many of Helena’s businesses and attractions. We invite you to do the same. Take the time to slow down and unwind. Here’s our top five recommendations of some unexpected opportunities Sunday, Monday and any other day you feel called to do something out of the ordinary.
Pack a picnic and choose from vantage points on the South Hills Trail System including Mt. Helena and Mt. Ascension or Spring Meadow Lake State Park. The local market Real Food Market & Deli offers a salad and hot bar Monday – Friday and grab & go deli selections seven days a week.
Bonus: The Archie Bray Foundation is located a short distance from Spring Meadow Lake State Park on the west side of town. Open seven days a week during daylight hours for a self-guided tour through fanciful creations of the ceramic artists who have been a part of the craft community over the years.
Broadwater Hot Springs offers brunch Saturdays and Sundays. Nestled in a beautiful corridor a short drive from the city center, Broadwater offers a multitude of hot and cool pools to dip in, along with dry and wet saunas. Self-care and fun make a splash into one experience.
One of Helena’s most delightful new additions, the Bert & Ernies Pedal Pub offers historical tours and brewery tours. The tours are offered seven days a week and can be organized with two days’ notice. Gather your group of 6 to 15, and hop on board for an entertaining cruise through town guaranteed to inspire smiles.
Bonus: The Foundation for Montana History offers their Miners to Millionaires guided tour Saturdays and Sundays. A fascinating opportunity to delve into the history of Helena’s architecture. Check out their other tours including collaboration with Bert & Ernies Pedal Pub for their historical tours.
Helena has multiple Golf Courses to hone your skills on including, Fox Ridge Golf Course, Bill Roberts Golf Course, Norwegian Wood Golf Course near Canyon Ferry. You can also set your eye on the target at one of Helena’s five disc golf courses.
Enjoy a day at the Hauser and Holter Recreation Area, also known as the Chain of Lakes. Whether fishing, boating, water skiing, floating, hiking, scenic/wildlife viewing or just hanging out on the beach, the Chain of Lakes provide boundless recreational opportunities. In Helena for an extended period of time!? Consider a Season Day Use pass.
For events to flavor your experience, explore our Event Page.