Helena Gun Show Scheduled at County Fairgrounds Raises Local Policy Questions

Multiple local event calendars and gun show aggregators list the Helena Gun Show as scheduled for November 14 and 15, 2025 at the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds, 98 W. Custer Avenue. The event pages on GunShowTrader and the Weapons Collectors Society of Montana show Sky Blue Gun Shows as the promoter and identify Robert and Pam Styren as promoter contacts, with a phone number provided on the listings. Typical show hours are listed as Friday from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Listings advise attendees to confirm details with the promoter since dates and times can change.

The listings matter to residents because the fairgrounds are county property and events involving firearms raise questions about public safety, facility use policies, and local oversight. When private promoters schedule events on public land, county officials are responsible for ensuring compliance with permitting rules, insurance requirements, and any facility conditions meant to protect visitors. Clear, current information from promoters and the county helps attendees plan and allows the public to hold institutions accountable for safety and transparency.

Beyond immediate logistics, gun shows can have broader civic and political significance in Lewis and Clark County. Firearms policy and related public safety discussions are a recurring topic in local civic life and elections. Events that bring together vendors and buyers attract a range of residents and can influence local debates over regulation, public health, and community norms. For voters and civic groups, knowledge of when and where these events occur supports public engagement and informed discussion about county policy toward public facilities and event permitting.

For prospective attendees the practical takeaway is to verify the date, time, and any entry requirements directly with the promoter as advised on the event pages. For county officials and commissioners, the listings underscore the importance of proactive communication about facility use and the conditions under which events involving firearms are permitted. Maintaining accessible, up to date permit records and clear lines of communication between promoters, county staff, law enforcement, and the public reduces confusion and supports community safety.

The event listings used for this report were posted on GunShowTrader and the Weapons Collectors Society of Montana event pages. Residents seeking confirmation should contact the promoter listed on those pages or consult county facility management for any questions about permitting and public safety arrangements.