Darby Events Committee

02/19/2026

Meeting tomorrow, February 19th, 6:00 pm at the Darby Fire Hall!

12/17/2025

‼️ IMPORTANT ‼️
The Darby Rural Fire Department is open to all that need to charge your portable oxygen machines. If your oxygen machine is low on battery please go to the Fire Hall for charging!

12/15/2025

As a committee we have decided to not have a New Year's event this year! Thank you for all the input!

12/13/2025

Happening now at the Darby Rural Fire Department . Come on out and support the Farmer's State Bank giving tree.

12/06/2025

🎄 Light Up the Night! Darby Christmas Parade is TODAY! 🌟

Get ready, Darby! The most wonderful time of the year is here!

Join us TONIGHT for the Annual Darby Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony!

⏰ Event Details
When: TODAY at 6:00 PM Sharp!

What: Festive floats, community spirit, and holiday cheer!

🗺️ Parade Route
The parade will step off from Cole Ave, travel down Main Street, and conclude at South Wic Ave. Grab your spot early along the route!

🥳 Post-Parade Celebration
Once the last float passes, we invite everyone to gather in the Park for our community celebration, featuring:

🎅 Pictures with Santa!

🎶 Live Holiday Music

🍔 Delicious Food

🍪 Sweet Cookies

☕ Warm Hot Cocoa

After everyone has had a chance to enjoy the treats, music, and visit with Santa, we will light up our beautiful Community Christmas Tree!

Don't miss out on this cherished Darby tradition! We can't wait to celebrate the season with all of you!

12/04/2025

# # 🥂 Darby New Year's Eve Party Fundraiser Interest Survey! 🥳

We are floating an exciting idea for our next annual fundraiser: a fabulous **New Year's Eve Celebration at the Darby Clubhouse!**

This event would be key in raising the funds needed to support our beloved local community events, including the **Safer Trick or Treat** and the **Annual Christmas Parade**.

We're planning an amazing night to ring in 2026, featuring:

* 🎶 **Live Music** for dancing the night away!
* 🎬 **Dedicated Kids' Movie Night**
* 🍽️ Delicious Food and Desserts
* 🍹 Cash Bar

**We need YOUR input!** Before we start planning the details, we want to know if this is an event you would be interested in attending.

**👉 Please comment below or react to this post to let us know if you'd be interested in coming to a New Year's Eve Fundraiser at the Darby Clubhouse!**

Your support ensures our treasured Darby traditions continue!

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12/02/2025

Did you know that the Bitterroot Valley Chamber of Commerce hosts a weekly podcast discussing valley events? Live episodes air every Tuesday at 9:00 am, and past episodes are available for later viewing. Avoid waiting too long, or you might miss the events!

We are a non-profit organization, dedicated to representing each and every one of its members while amplifying the collective voice of business in an effort to advocate economic vitality, quality of life and the preservation of the competitive enterprise system. “Our business is your business”

11/30/2025

🔔 Final Call! Register Your Float for Darby's Christmas Parade! 🔔
Friendly reminder to all organizations, businesses, and neighbors! The deadline to register your entry for Darby's Annual Christmas Parade is fast approaching!
TIME IS RUNNING OUT! ⏳
* DEADLINE: This Wednesday, December 3rd, by end of day!
* Parade Date: This Saturday, December 6th, at 6:00 PM.
Don't miss your chance to be part of the most festive night of the year! Secure your spot now so you can start preparing your magnificent holiday display!
Register your float today!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1261794042949?aff=oddtdtcreator

See you Saturday for the Parade and Tree Lighting! 🎅🎄

Join us for our annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting! Experience the magic of the season with this year's "Legends of Christmas" theme.

11/29/2025

🎁 HELP US SPREAD CHRISTMAS JOY! Annual Toy and Warming Drive! 🧤

The holidays should be warm and bright for every child. This year, you can make a huge difference in the lives of local children right here in our community!

What is a Toy and Warming Drive? It's an effort to provide children ages 0 to 18 with both toys for a memorable Christmas morning and warm clothing to help them stay cozy all winter long.

How to Donate
We are asking for donations of new, unwrapped toys and new warm clothing (coats, hats, gloves, scarves, boots, etc.).

When: Saturday, December 13th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Where: Darby Rural Fire Department

Your generosity helps ensure that no child goes without warmth or a little holiday magic this season. Thank you for opening your hearts!

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11/23/2025

🎄 Is it too early for Christmas events? NO, IT'S NOT! 🎁

Get into the holiday spirit early and come spend the day in Darby, Montana on Saturday, December 6th!

Start your festive day bright and early at the St. Philip Benizi Christmas Market!

Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Enjoy amazing craft booths, delicious baked goods, and a fun raffle!

Then, mosey on down Main Street for Darby's 3rd Annual Holiday Stroll!

Time: 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Local businesses will be open late to help you pick out those perfect holiday gifts!

Once your car is full of goodies, take a moment to relax and enjoy the main event: Darby's Annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting!

Parade: Starts at 6:00 pm on Main Street!

Tree Lighting: Immediately following the parade at the Main Street park!

Don't miss this wonderful day of community and holiday cheer! We can't wait to see you there!

11/23/2025

The Annual Darby Thanksgiving Feast was a shining success, thanks to the collective efforts of volunteers and attendees who came together to enjoy a delicious meal. We extend our deepest gratitude to Darby Rural Fire Department for their outstanding delivery services. Special recognition goes to Stacey Eckhardt Horvath, the driving force behind this event, whose tireless dedication brought it all together.