The Art of Music. The Luxury of Escape.
Step away from the stadium lights and into the natural glow of Montana wilderness. At Abayance Bay,
Artists and fans trade packed arenas for a shoreline stage on the pristine water of Lake Koocanusa. This
one-of-a-kind venue invites musicians to reconnect with their craft, perform for intimate, engaged
audiences, and recharge in a setting where mountain peaks, pine forest, and open skies inspire creativity
and adventure alike.
Venue Amenities
Whether you are here for the evening or the weekend, we make it our mission to arrange a comfortable and memorable performance stay.
The Crow’s Nest is located on the upper floor of the restaurant. It acts as a private meeting, refreshment, and tech support area.
There is a birds eye view from the roof of the restaurant. See video.
You can expect a fully catered refreshment experience. Send us your food and drink preferences, and we will have it ready for you on your arrival.
The Abayance Apartment can be used for an extended stay, a green room, or an office. Furnished 2 bedrooms, full bath and kitchen. See video.
We will stock food and beverage per your requirements and/or you can order directly from The Bowl Restaurant.
Abayance Bay Geographic Map. Relational map of the marina attributes and venue grounds.
View PDF.
A watercraft of your choice will be available for your use, offering the perfect opportunity to experience the scenic waters of Lake Koocanusa.
The Bowl Restaurant
The on-site restaurant serves as the headquarters for all of your food and beverage requests and requirement. The Highwater Deck (bar) is also at your disposal for outside quick meals and drinks.
Convenience Store.
The Abayance Bay Market stocks quick grab snacks, beer, drinks, ice, fresh hot coffee and Sweet Peaks ice cream. You can also find sunscreens, t-shirts, and other last minute necessities you might need while on the lake.
The Abayance Bay Apartment is on the second floor of the market.
Transportation.
Shuttle service is available. Let us know your needs and we will arrange the proper service. We shuttle to and from the Glacier International Airport.
There are vans, scooters, golf carts, and bicycles for local use that your are welcome to use for the time of your visit.
Venue Specifications
We have everything you need for an easy set up and an enjoyable stay.
Stage.
The marina stage is located on the shore of Lake Koocanusa. The sunsets make for a magical backdrop.
The stage measures:
62 feet wide by 32 feet deep
Hoisted speakers on either side of the stage for maximum sound delivery.
Load-in area: Ramped and equipped with a loading dock. Directly behind the stage. Manageable with all size trucks.
Audio/Visual.
We employ an experienced audio technician full-time. View the technical rider (PDF).
Note: We have the ability to offer almost all backline requests recognizing a reasonable time frame to our location in NW MT.
Parking.
Concert parking is managed by parking attendants. Parking capacity for 270 Vehicles directly adjacent to venue. Ample overflow parking across the road from the marina entrance.
Parking is free.
Tour bus parking is located near the repair shop in a shaded area north of the building along the tree line. Has power and water hook up.
Support Services
Marketing.
Your success is our success! We will work closely with your marketing team to create a comprehensive advertising strategy.
Our events webpage:
https://abayancebaymarina.com/live-shows/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/abayancebay
Instagram: @abayancebay
Email campaign tool: Campaign Monitor
Radius: Booking limitation radius generally 200 miles, negotiable.
Ticketing.
We partnered with Showpass in order to offer a diverse ticketing solution.
Easy for users.
Extended marketing capability.
Google partner.
Community Driven.
On land once taken from the community through eminent domain and later returned in a state of neglect—alongside a series of unfulfilled government promises—we have worked to transform this once-devastated property into a vibrant, functioning facility. Through the dedication and creativity of local talent, we have built a space designed to uplift, inspire, and serve. We now invite others to share in this vision—one rooted in resilience and shaped to ignite hope, creativity, and opportunity for all.
We employ local and support local business.
Reach Out for More Information
Contact List:
Michelle McDaniel, General Manager/Talent Coordinator
First point of contact to discuss a performance opportunity.
Phone: 406-297-3050, Ext. 1
Email: music@abayancebay.com
Virginia Cope. Food/Beverage and Special Event Manager
Phone: 406-297-3050, Ext. 5
Email: thebowl@abayancebay.com
Marcia Pilkington, Accounting Manager
Phone: 406-297-3050, Ext. 2
Email: accounting@abayancebay.com
Annie Stark, Marketing/Media
Phone: 406-297-3050, Ext. 1
Email: admin@abayancebay.com
Bryan Rogers, Audio Production Manager
Phone: 727-318-2845
Email: bryanrogers75@gmail.com
Partnering Businesses:
Indian Springs Montana
– https://www.indianspringsmontana.com/
Lincoln County Fairgrouds
– https://lcfairmontana.com/