Calendar of Events

Join at 1542 Prater Mountain Rd. in Priest River for an outdoor event in one of the most unique settings in the Idaho Panhandle. Enjoy four local Northwest Blues bands. Dry camping is available for $10 per night, per person. Plenty of room for RV's and tents. Cost for the event is $35. 12 and under free. Get more information from the Facebook event . Event runs from Thursday at noon until Sunday at noon.

Join at 1542 Prater Mountain Rd. in Priest River for an outdoor event in one of the most unique settings in the Idaho Panhandle. Enjoy four local Northwest Blues bands. Dry camping is available for $10 per night, per person. Plenty of room for RV's and tents. Cost for the event is $35. 12 and under free. Get more information from the Facebook event . Event runs from Thursday at noon until Sunday at noon.

Every Friday at 11 a.m. you can join a knowledgeable tour guide at Elevate Realty, 212 N. First Ave. for a one-hour tour of downtown Sandpoint. Though rooted in key narratives about the people and events that have shaped Sandpoint over the past 150 years, each docent adds their own favorite anecdotes to the tour, meaning no two are exactly alike! Tickets are required and can be purchased here. $15 for adults, $5 for youth. 

Join in at the POAC Gallery, 313 N. Second Ave. for this opening reception with Daryl Baird from 5-7 p.m. Baird’s work explores portraiture, landscapes, and everyday moments, drawing inspiration from vintage family photographs and the challenge of plein air painting. With roots in both ceramics and painting, his art reflects curiosity, experimentation, and a deep love of the creative process. Enjoy refreshments, meet the artist, and celebrate an evening of art and community. See more here.

Join in at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak Street, from 5-7:30 p.m. for some folk/americana music with an acoustic energy.

Join at 1542 Prater Mountain Rd. in Priest River for an outdoor event in one of the most unique settings in the Idaho Panhandle. Enjoy four local Northwest Blues bands. Dry camping is available for $10 per night, per person. Plenty of room for RV's and tents. Cost for the event is $35. 12 and under free. Get more information from the Facebook event . Event runs from Thursday at noon until Sunday at noon.

Donate your nice old things to the museum from Aug. 25-Sept. 4 (during museum open hours 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and then shop on the 6th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please note that clothing will not be accepted, and it's appreciated if you can email pictures of large items like furniture to info@bonnercountyhistory.org prior to bringing them over as there will be limited people available to do heavy lifting. All proceeds support the museum. 611 S. Ella Ave. Read more about it in the newest edition of The Reader here.

Join at 1542 Prater Mountain Rd. in Priest River for an outdoor event in one of the most unique settings in the Idaho Panhandle. Enjoy four local Northwest Blues bands. Dry camping is available for $10 per night, per person. Plenty of room for RV's and tents. Cost for the event is $35. 12 and under free. Get more information from the Facebook event . Event runs from Thursday at noon until Sunday at noon.

Join in from 6-9 p.m. at the Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. and starting at 6 p.m. will be a one-hour long swing basics dance lesson followed by general dancing from 7-9 p.m. Couples, singles, and all levels of dancers are welcome. $10 cash at the door.

Annual Rotarian supported bicycle tour takes cyclists on paved roads encircling the Selkirk Mountains of Washington, Canada and Idaho - hence the name WaCanId. The six-day event covers 370 miles/595 kilometers and showcases the International Selkirk Loop's spectacular scenery. wacanid.org/.

Annual Rotarian supported bicycle tour takes cyclists on paved roads encircling the Selkirk Mountains of Washington, Canada and Idaho - hence the name WaCanId. The six-day event covers 370 miles/595 kilometers and showcases the International Selkirk Loop's spectacular scenery. wacanid.org/.

Jonathan will warm the room with his acoustic guitar and ambient sound from 5-7 p.m. at the Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.

Annual Rotarian supported bicycle tour takes cyclists on paved roads encircling the Selkirk Mountains of Washington, Canada and Idaho - hence the name WaCanId. The six-day event covers 370 miles/595 kilometers and showcases the International Selkirk Loop's spectacular scenery. wacanid.org/.

Join for a fun day of stand-up paddleboarding while enjoying a beer & wine sipping at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. Check in starts from 4:30-5 p.m., from 5-7 enjoy a 2-hour paddle, and enjoy happy hour from 7-9 p.m. Get more info, or tickets here.

Join in at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. from 5-7 p.m. for live music with resident Family Hour musician, John Firshi. Also enjoy a public pop-up sale with Flowers from the Heart from 4-7 p.m.

Enjoy some live music at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. with Miah Kohal at 5 p.m.

Annual Rotarian supported bicycle tour takes cyclists on paved roads encircling the Selkirk Mountains of Washington, Canada and Idaho - hence the name WaCanId. The six-day event covers 370 miles/595 kilometers and showcases the International Selkirk Loop's spectacular scenery. wacanid.org/.

Mattox Farms Productions presents Sandpoint's only family friendly, and free music series. Gates open at 5 p.m. and music starts at 6 p.m. at Farmin Park. Please, no dogs or outside alcohol. Mattoxfarm.com/summermusicseries.

Join in welcoming Holly & Elle as the Pend d'Oreille Winery's Artists of the Month. Visit with the artists and have a glass of wine from 5-7 p.m. This is a presentation of collaborative and individual pieces. 301 Cedar St.

Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m. with lessons kicking off at 6:30 p.m. and ending around 8:30 p.m. $10 at the door. 21+ only.

Annual Rotarian supported bicycle tour takes cyclists on paved roads encircling the Selkirk Mountains of Washington, Canada and Idaho - hence the name WaCanId. The six-day event covers 370 miles/595 kilometers and showcases the International Selkirk Loop's spectacular scenery. wacanid.org/.

Tickets grant full access to the entire Panhandle Overland Rally weekend, including on-site camping, educational workshops, vendor exhibits, live music, and community gatherings. Take in stunning mountain views while learning from expert instructors and connecting with a vibrant overland community. Tickets are available online only and often sell out fast, so don't wait to secure your spot. Kids under 14 get in free, making it a fun and memorable weekend for the whole family. $40-$80. PanhandleOverlandRally.com.

Every Friday at 11 a.m. you can join a knowledgeable tour guide at Elevate Realty, 212 N. First Ave. for a one-hour tour of downtown Sandpoint. Though rooted in key narratives about the people and events that have shaped Sandpoint over the past 150 years, each docent adds their own favorite anecdotes to the tour, meaning no two are exactly alike! Tickets are required and can be purchased here. $15 for adults, $5 for youth. 

Join from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer for a Northwest Blues Rock Power Trio performing 'original' music and celebrating Seans birthday.

Join for an evening of fun with your friends, or meet new ones at the Grumpy Chicken Farm, 1535 E. Shingle Mill Rd. starting at 5:30 p.m. Sip & Clip includes snacks, drinks, socializing and a large U-Pick bouquet from the field. $40. See the Facebook event.

21+ at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. join in for an evening of lively country music with the Jesse Quandt Band. 7-11:30 p.m. $5. Get tickets at livefromthehive.com/events/category/live-music/.

Annual Rotarian supported bicycle tour takes cyclists on paved roads encircling the Selkirk Mountains of Washington, Canada and Idaho - hence the name WaCanId. The six-day event covers 370 miles/595 kilometers and showcases the International Selkirk Loop's spectacular scenery. wacanid.org/.

Tickets grant full access to the entire Panhandle Overland Rally weekend, including on-site camping, educational workshops, vendor exhibits, live music, and community gatherings. Take in stunning mountain views while learning from expert instructors and connecting with a vibrant overland community. Tickets are available online only and often sell out fast, so don't wait to secure your spot. Kids under 14 get in free, making it a fun and memorable weekend for the whole family. $40-$80. PanhandleOverlandRally.com.

Step inside the creative spaces of Boundary County’s working artists during our second annual Artist Studio Tour. This self-guided experience lets you explore the real studios where art is imagined, created, and brought to life. Represented this year are fiber arts, acrylic and oil paintings, scroll saw art, tattoo and graffiti/spray paint art, pastels, drawings, and watercolors, and more.
This isn’t a craft fair. It’s a rare chance to witness the heart of the artistic process, ask questions, and collect original work directly from the source. Find out more at teascarlet.com.

Brought to you by @rise.personaltraining and @toasty_mobile_saunas. Created from a desire to collaborate and celebrate the spectacular wellness industry in and around Sandpoint. Join this free event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 477542 US 95 in Ponderay. Three hours of free classes, 25+ vendors, swag bags for those first to come, raffle prizes, and more. Kids are welcome. Get the most up-to-date info by visiting the Facebook Event.

Step into the past at Let's Vike It, a free, family-friendly Viking Age faire coming to Oldtown, Idaho! Hosted by Aasveig, a local Norse educational group, this immersive event offers historical reenactments, archery, crafting, live music, safe axe throwing, Viking games, and more. Meet real "Vikings," make your own mini shield, and learn ancient skills in a fun and engaging setting. It all happens from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Oldtown Rotary Park & Visitors Center, 68 Old Diamond Mill Rd.

Enjoy a family-friendly community carnival - Ponderay Neighbor Day - that is fun for all ages, held at Harbison Field (behind the Hoot Owl restaurant) in Ponderay. Free activities, plus the event itself is free and open to everyone! 1-6 p.m. Sponsored by the City of Ponderay. CityOfPonderay.org.

Join from 5-8 p.m. at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. for the first-ever in-person fundraising celebration. Enjoy live music, games, storytelling, silent and live auctions, and community spirit - all to raise funds that support their mission of changing lives through the healing power of sailing. Admission is free, with opportunities throughout the evening to give back. All ages are welcome. Learn more at dogsmileadventures.org.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with show to start at 7 p.m. Come hear original songs from your favorite musicians of Sandpoint in an intimate setting at The Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Get tickets and more info at livefromthehive.com/events/. 21+.

Tickets grant full access to the entire Panhandle Overland Rally weekend, including on-site camping, educational workshops, vendor exhibits, live music, and community gatherings. Take in stunning mountain views while learning from expert instructors and connecting with a vibrant overland community. Tickets are available online only and often sell out fast, so don't wait to secure your spot. Kids under 14 get in free, making it a fun and memorable weekend for the whole family. $40-$80. PanhandleOverlandRally.com.

Step inside the creative spaces of Boundary County’s working artists during our second annual Artist Studio Tour. This self-guided experience lets you explore the real studios where art is imagined, created, and brought to life. Represented this year are fiber arts, acrylic and oil paintings, scroll saw art, tattoo and graffiti/spray paint art, pastels, drawings, and watercolors, and more.
This isn’t a craft fair. It’s a rare chance to witness the heart of the artistic process, ask questions, and collect original work directly from the source. Find out more at teascarlet.com.

Experience the vibrant heart of this creative community at CREATE in Newport! From 12 to 3 p.m., the space comes alive with an eclectic showcase of regional talent, featuring original works from local artists. Browse unique pieces for sale, enjoy live tunes by the Ben Kardos, and savor light refreshments while soaking in the artistic energy. See more at CreateArts.org.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the show to start at 7:30 p.m. Show will happen at the Panida Little Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Growing up with a bipolar father and a schizophrenic brother left Aaron Foster with a combination of survivor's guilt, depression and anxiety that has invalidated his every accomplishment, destroyed his every relationship and invaded his every waking thought. A comedy! Tickets $15.

Join in at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Unleash your inner artist while enjoying a glass of your favorite beverage with friends and fellow art enthusiasts. No experience is necessary as instructor, Nicole Black, will guide you every step of the way. Get more info, or tickets here.

Every Friday at 11 a.m. you can join a knowledgeable tour guide at Elevate Realty, 212 N. First Ave. for a one-hour tour of downtown Sandpoint. Though rooted in key narratives about the people and events that have shaped Sandpoint over the past 150 years, each docent adds their own favorite anecdotes to the tour, meaning no two are exactly alike! Tickets are required and can be purchased here. $15 for adults, $5 for youth. 

Don't miss a nice of easy jazz, lounge sound, and vocals with Maya, Arthur, and Peter at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m.

Join in at the 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave. for some smooth grooves and high-energy jams from 8-11 p.m. See more here

Hit up Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer from 5:30-8:30 p.m. for some lively bluegrass with Two Stones, One Bird.

Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. and enjoy an evening with Alabama tribute band, Roll On. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the show to start at 8:30 p.m. 21+. For more info or tickets visit livefromthelive.com/events/.

Join in at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 1-4 p.m. for some live music with Fiddlin' Red.

The annual What's Happening Up North economic summit is set for Sept 25, and promises an abundance of insights from top economists in our region, plus panel and interactive discussions and networking opportunities. It's a valuable day for business people, local leaders and all who share an interest in quality of life here. There's an early-bird discount for registrations made by Sept 1. See speakers and more here.

Voices in the Wilderness Wild Mic Takeover at Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St. will take place from 6-8 p.m. Read more here.

Join in at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 6:30-9 p.m. for the inaugural Movie Night on the Patio. Enjoy the classic movie, The Sandlot.

Every Friday at 11 a.m. you can join a knowledgeable tour guide at Elevate Realty, 212 N. First Ave. for a one-hour tour of downtown Sandpoint. Though rooted in key narratives about the people and events that have shaped Sandpoint over the past 150 years, each docent adds their own favorite anecdotes to the tour, meaning no two are exactly alike! Tickets are required and can be purchased here. $15 for adults, $5 for youth. 

Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes Suspicious PKG to the stage to keep the room swaying to rock and pop favorites from 5-8 p.m.

Don't miss Sean Bostrom at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. with doors opening at 6 p.m. and the show to begin at 7 p.m. Bostrom is a concert pianist, music educator, and comedic performer known for blending classical virtuosity with infectious humor. Adults $20, Students $10. Get more information and tickets at artinsandpoint.org/bostrom.

Join for a three-day rally that brings together motorcycle enthusiasts, top-tier talent, and the vibrant local community. Saturday, September 27, is the heart-pounding main event, featuring the Shifter Crew Bike Show, showcasing jaw-dropping custom and classic bikes, and the thrilling LFG 1904 Slow Bike Games, where skill and precision steal the spotlight. Bring your bike, compete for glory, and show off your ride! Live music in vibrant downtown. Self-guided rides in our amazing countryside. Pre-register for just $35 to score VIP parking and an exclusive event t-shirt. Enter your bike in the show, test your skills in the games, and join the ride to make unforgettable memories. SandpointShowdown.com.

Step into a wickedly fun murder mystery this wedding season at Talus Rock Retreat, 291 Syringa Heights Rd. Come dressed to impress, or just as you are, as you mix, mingle, and dine with old friends and new. Whether you're playing a prominent role or blending into the background, everyone becomes part of the intrigue as the evening takes a dark turn. The night kicks off at 5 p.m. with a no-host bar featuring beer, wine, cider, and more. The mystery begins at 6 p.m. Tickets are $127 per person, plus taxes and fees. Call 208-255-8458 to reserve your spot and ask about room specials.

Visit www.sandpointconservatory.org/events