Helena Symphony "Night Under the Stars" is one of the largest, free, outdoor concert in the entire country. It is hosted by Carol College is a private, four-year, Catholic diocesan college. The Archie Bray Foundation for Ceramic Arts is internationally acclaimed. Helena's most visible landmarks, The Cathedral of Saint Helena was started in 1908. The walking mall in downtown is alive with activity year round.
Outdoor activities abound. There are several lakes and rivers in the immediate area. Fishing goes on year round for trout, walleye, perch, & more. Water sports include sailing (including ice boating) kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding, floating, skiing, wake-boarding, tubing, surfing, ice boating and skating. People hike, four-wheeling, snowmobiling, downhill & cross-country ski, hunt, mountain bike horseback ride, rock climb and even ice climbing in the surrounding mountains.