A few years ago while walking our dog on Blue Mountain we saw the trees on the hill that were decorated for the holidays. Every time I see them they always make me smile. They are some of the things that are totally Missoula. Things that set our town apart and make it unique from anywhere else.

Here are just some of the traditions that help make Missoula a special place to live

Missoula Traditions Blue Mountain Tree
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Holiday Decorated Trees on Blue Mountain

Every time I see trees decorated out in the wild, it makes me smile. I am sure not everyone enjoys this seasonal tradition, but many people really like it..

Missoula's "M" Lit Up
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 Lighting of the "M"

The "M" on Mount Sentinel in Missoula gets lit up occasionally. It doesn't happen often, but when it does, it's something special.

Missoula's Santa Fly Over
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Missoula's Santa Fly Over

Getting a glimpse of Santa as he flies over Missoula on his scouting trip before Christmas is a tradition that continues make kids and adults look to the sky. It isn’t easy to catch a picture of the magical elf as he travels around the valley.

Pumpkin on top of Main Hall University of Montana
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Fall Pumpkin on the U of M's Main Hall

It's always a surprise when the pumpkin shows appears on top of the Main Hall on the University of Montana campus. I am sure there's a reasonable explanation on how it gets up there, but I don't want to know. To me it is pure fall magic.

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The Z100 Great Pumpkin

The Z100 Great Pumpkin has been hiding around Missoula and puzzling people for over 60 years. Generations of Missoulians have searched for the elusive gourd every year.

Brennan's Wave
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Surfing Brennan's Wave

Brennan's Wave in downtown Missoula is a destination for surfers and kayakers almost all year round. Summer is a special and busy time at this spot—not only for surfing but also for observing all the action.

Missoula's Oxford Cafe
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Late Night or Early Breakfast at the "Ox"

After a spending some time downtown Missoula, for a lot of people it has been a tradition to wrap up or start your day at the "Ox".

Missoula offers a lot that makes it a special place to call home. Check out a few more "Missoula Traditions" below.

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