Sandpoint Idaho community information and visitor guide

Cheers to a bright New Year! This week in Sandpoint starts Wed, Dec. 31, with New Year's Eve events happening all through town, including family-friendly fun, live music, parties, and celebrations. On Thurs, Jan. 1, the community rings in the new year with the 12th annual Polar Bear Plunge, while submissions also open that day for the inaugural Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest, inviting filmmakers to submit their work for the 2026 festival. The week wraps up Fri, Jan. 2, with laughs and local talent at A Night at the Improv, as LPO Repertory Theater's improv troupe takes the stage for an evening of comedy and surprises.