Events Montana's Irish community has always been very active and imaginative in promoting and celebrating their heritage and culture. Along with St. Patrick's Day Parades, they have organized festivals and concerts, produced dramas and film festivals, and invited a host of musicians, comedians, singers and lecturers to share their talents and experience with the greater community. This page features the highlights of the cultural year in Montana – the main events - as well as providing information (event, time, location and contact) of local activities in your area. For information on what's happening in the Irish World in your area, see the calendar below. July: July 19th - 26th: Immersion Week, Butte MT. August: August 8-9-10: An Rí Rá Montana Irish Festival 2008, on Park Street in Historic Uptown Butte.  Experience the best in Irish entertainment and culture under the Big Sky.  Irish Dance and Music groups, Photo Display, Films, Drama, Language, Music and Dance Workshops, Book Fair, Genealogy, Outdoor Mass in the Irish Language, and much, much more.  Details updated constantly at www.mtgaelic.org.