Showcase Weekends
Showcase weekends not only offer an array of experiences through the Helena Institute, but feature events happening around town that show off the passion Helenans’ have for our history & heritage, arts & culture and the outdoors.
April 30 to May 2
Early spring is a great time to visit Helena. In addition to the Helena Institute courses highlighted below, this weekend features several cultural events. Many other regular attractions will fill out your itinerary.
May 21 to 23
As spring gets into full swing, the Helena Institute has many courses inviting you to our great outdoors. Of course, you'll enjoy Helena if you attend any of our courses!
June 11 to 13
Summer in the Northern Rockies! Helena is the center of paradise during June. Take a Helena Institute course, and then join people from all over the region who convene in Helena this weekend for the annual Governor's Cup festivities.
September 10 to 12
Early fall is a perfect time to visit Helena. Most tourists are gone, leaving you to our town without the summer crowds. Warm sunny days and cool clear nights make learning experience memorable.
October 8 to 10
We stretch our Indian Summer in Helena as long as we can. It's a perfect learning environment, and your stroll after fine dining on Helena's historic downtown walking mall will refresh you for the next day.
November 12 to 14
Montana, cold? Not nearly as cold as you'd think, especially before Thanksgiving. And our courses will warm up your appetite for learning. And shopping in Downtown Helena gives you a great head start on the holidays.
Additional Courses
Anytime is a great time to visit Helena, especially when the courses below are being offered. Of course, there's plenty to see and do before and after your learning experience.
While in Helena...
...you'll find these find these additional events and attractions appealing.
- Attractions
- These are special attractions in Helena, places to visit and things to do that visitors and residents alike find most appealing.


