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 Summer Carnival
Bring the whole family to the Idaho Panhandle Habitat for Humanity Summer Carnival on Saturday, August 1 at the ReStore, 1527 Baldy Park Rd., from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is free, with activity tickets available for just $1 each. Enjoy a day of family-friendly fun featuring a bounce house, duck pond challenges, snow cones, cotton candy, a 50/50 raffle, a scavenger hunt, and more, all while supporting Habitat for Humanity's work in the community. Get more information through the event link.
 Festival at Sandpoint: Week 1
The Festival at Sandpoint returns to War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St., with live music under the stars on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille from Thursday, July 30 through Sunday, August 9.
Thursday, July 30 features Andy Grammer with Walk Off the Earth in a standard format with a standing area in front of the stage. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. and music begins at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, July 31, Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners and Dawson Steagall bring an evening of country music in a standard format with a standing area in front of the stage. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 1, Portugal. The Man takes the stage for a night of alternative and indie rock, with gates opening at 6 p.m. and music at 7:30 p.m. for another standard format show.
Sunday, Aug. 2 with Community Night, featuring JOSEPH and opener Sydney Dale & Hannah Meehan, in a seated-show format with gates at 6 p.m. and the show beginning at 7 p.m.
Tickets and additional information are available at FestivalAtSandpoint.com.
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Here's what's happening in July!
30-Aug. 9 The Festival at Sandpoint. Enjoy some music under the stars in Sandpoint at the annual music festival held on the banks of Lake Pend d'Oreille! FestivalatSandpoint.com.
31 Sandpoint Senior Center Monthly Breakfast Fundraiser. Join for this monthly fundraiser on the last Friday of each month. Wendy Franck of The Hoot Owl will be the guest chef and will be serving quiche, hashbrown casserole, and other classic breakfast fare. Doors open at 8:00 a.m. and service starts at 8:30 a.m. Reservations required and will not be accepted after 3 p.m. on the Thursday before the breakfast call 208-263-6860 to reserve your spot. $10 donation at the door. Breakfast will be served at the Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St.
31 Shark Attack Open Water Swim. Join the fun at 8:00 a.m. This event is hosted by the Shark Attack Open Water Swim and the Sandpoint Sharks Swim Club at Sandpoint City Beach. This beginner-friendly, public event is designed especially for young and first-time athletes, offering a safe and supportive environment in the calm, shallow waters along the shoreline to build confidence, try something new, and enjoy a summer morning with friends. After the swim, participants can celebrate with treats and beach time, with all proceeds directly benefiting the Sandpoint Sharks Swim Club to support local youth swimming programs and athlete development. Get more info or register here.
31 Clark Fork: Harry Potter Day. Join at the Clark Fork Library starting at noon and celebrate Harry Potter's birthday with various activities and a back-to-back showing of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 & 2 from noon to 4 p.m.
31 Live Music with Ian Newbill. Join from 2-5 p.m. for some live music with Ian Newbill at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave.
31 Live Music with Weibe Jammin'. It's a loop pedal, rock and 80s pop performance from 5-8 p.m. at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. Don't miss Weibe Jammin' taking the stage.
31 Live Music with Arie Vandeberg. Don't miss some live music with Arie Vandeberg at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. starting at 5 p.m.
31 Live Music with The Bobby Patterson Band. Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. invites you for an evening of blues with The Bobby Patterson Band from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
31 Live Music with Dani Bacon. Join for some live music at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St on the Silo Stage from 6-8:30 p.m. with Dani Bacon.
31 Live Music with Brian Jacobs. From 6-9 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. you won't want to miss Brian Jacobs live.
31 The Travelin' McCourys. Join at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. at 7 p.m. (doors open 1 hour prior) for some live bluegrass music with The Travelin' McCourys. Get tickets or more info at panida.org.
31 Festival at Sandpoint: Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners. Tickets are on sale now at festivalatsandpoint.com. This will be a standard show, meaning that the area in front of the stage is GA dancing and standing area. Take in an evening of country music with Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners. Festival shows will take place at the War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St. with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the show to start at 7:30 p.m. Get more information at festivalatsandpoint.com.
31 DJ Sterling. Come join at Roxy's Lounge, 215 Pine St. starting at 9 p.m. for some great tunes with DJ Sterling.
31 Live Music with Justyn Priest Band. Join at the 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. for an evening of live music with Justyn Priest Band from 9 to midnight. 21+.
And here's what's on tap in August 2026!
1 Clark Fork Pedal & Farm Tour. Starts at 7 a.m. MST at the Heron Community Center on Railroad Ave. in Heron. This guided 30-mile bike tour visits several conserved private properties, where participants meet the landowners and learn the stories behind the land. The day ends with a shared farm-fresh meal, celebrating good land, good food, and community. Register for the ride or just the lunch at bikereg.com/cfrpedal.
1 Saturday Farmers' Market. Join from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Farmin Park for the 2026 market season through Oct. 17. Markets are held weekly on Wed & Sat.
1 Live Music with Bright Moments. Join from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sandpoint Farmers' Market at Farmin Park for some live music with Bright Moments.
1 Hands on History. Join at the Bonner County History Museum, 611 Ella starting at 10 a.m. and running until 2 p.m. Enjoy historical crafts for kids of all ages, and free entry to the museum.
1 Summer Carnival. Join for the Idaho Panhandle Habitat for Humanity Summer Carnival at the ReStore at 1527 Baldy Park Rd. from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entry is free and activity tickets will be available for purchase for $1. Enjoy a bounce house, duck pond challenges, snow cones, cotton candy, 50/50 raffle, a scavenger hunt, and more. Get more info here.
1 Historic Walking Tours. Step back in time this summer with the Bonner County Historical Society's historic walking tours, happening Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. through September 5th. Meeting at the Cedar Street Bridge, 334 N. First Ave., each 75-minute tour features a local historian sharing fascinating stories of the key families and businesses from Sandpoint's earliest days. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for youth under 18, and free for children under 6. Because the ticketing system updates week-by-week, please use this single registration link throughout the summer to purchase tickets the week of your tour.
1 Long Bridge Swim. Held every year on the first Saturday in August, the Long Bridge Swim attracts a wide range of swimmers - including children as young as 7 and a number of swimmers in their 80s! LongBridgeSwim.org.
1 Live Music with Arie Vanderberg. Join from 2-5 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for some live music with Arie Vanderberg.
1 Live Music with Tucker James. Join at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. for some energetic funk and soul from 5-8 p.m. with Tucker James.
1 Live Music with Justin Harris & The Pocket Aces. Join from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. for some live swingin' rockabilly and classic country rock & roll with Justin Harris and the Pocket Aces.
1 Festival at Sandpoint: Portugal. The Man. Tickets on sale now here. This will be a standard show, meaning that the area in front of the stage is GA dancing and standing area. Take in an evening of alternative, indie, rock music with Portugal. The an.. Festival shows will take place at the War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St. with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the show to start at 7:30 p.m. Get more information at festivalatsandpoint.com.
1 Live Music with Bright Moments. Join at Arlo's, 124 S. Second Ave. for some live music with Bright Moments from 6-8 to go with your dinner.
1 Live Music with Headwaters. The Blue Heron Cafe, 486260 US-95, invites you to their backyard performance with Headwaters from 6-9 p.m.
1 Live Music with Nic Allen. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for some live music with Nic Allen from 6-9 p.m.
1 Live Music with Gil Rivas. Join at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Gil Rivas.
1 Live Music with Jason Perry Band. Join at the 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. starting at 9 p.m. for live soul, blues, funk music with Jason Perry Band. 21+.
2 Magic Sunday. Join for up close table-side magic shows performed by local magician Star Alexander at Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant on Second Ave. on Sundays from 5-8 p.m.
2 Festival at Sandpoint: Community Night. Tickets are on sale now at FestivalatSandpoint.com. This will be a seated show, meaning that the area in front of the stage will be used for seating. Enjoy some Indie pop and folk music with JOSEPH and opener Sydney Dale brings pop, jazz, R&B, and folk influences. Festival shows will take place at War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St. with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the show to start at 7:00 p.m. Get more information at FestivalatSandpoint.com.
3 Bunco. Join in on some Bunco with the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. from starting at 12:30 p.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
3 Live Music with Kip McMillan. Join from 2-5 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for some live music with Kip McMillan.
3 Live Trivia with Toshi. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Wednesday nights. $5/person entry fee. First place snags 70% of the money collected that evening, and second place takes home 30%.
3 East Coast Swing Lessons. Join at DanceWorks Studio, 409 N. Fourth Ave. at 7 p.m. $15. No experience necessary.
4 Bridge. Join at the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. for bridge games starting at 12:30 p.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
4 Live Acoustic Guitar with John Firshi. Join at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-7 p.m. for live music with John Firshi.
4 Injectors Car Club Meeting. Join the injectors for their monthly meet up at Serv-A-Burger, 907 Fifth Ave. It all starts with a social hour and optional dinner at 6 p.m. followed by a brief meeting at 7 p.m. This gathering brings together car enthusiasts of every kind, from daily drivers to classics and customs. It's a relaxed evening of car talk, familiar faces, and good company, where the conversations last longer than the agenda. Look forward to this the first Tuesday of every month (March-Nov).
5 Pinochle. Join at the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. for pinochle games starting at 9:30 a.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
5 Wednesday Farmers' Market. Join from 3-5:30 p.m. at Farmin Park for the 2026 market season through Oct. 17. Markets are held weekly on Wed & Sat.
5 Live Piano with Dwayne Parsons. Join from 4-7 p.m. for live piano with Dwayne Parsons at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.
5 Aster After Hours: August Edition. Join at 5 p.m. at Aster Garden Center, 924 W. Superior, for an ahh moment at an evening gathering designed to bring our community together around good food, local art, music, conversation, and the simple joy of spending time outdoors. This is a free event with local food trucks, refreshing beverages, live music, vendors, open gardens, and a welcoming atmosphere for all ages. kaniksu.org/happenings.
5 Family Night & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some acoustic musical vibes each Wednesday.
5 Live Music with Natalie Hughes. Join from 5-8 p.m. for some live music with Natalie Hughes at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave.
5 Benny on the Deck. From 5:30-8:30 p.m. come and enjoy an evening of live music on the back deck at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. on Wednesdays.
5 Festival at Sandpoint: George Thorogood and the Destroyers. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 10 at FestivalatSandpoint.com. This will be a standing show, meaning that the area in front of the stage is a GA dancing and standing area. Enjoy some blues rock with George Thorogood and the Destroyers. The Robert Cray Band will be opening. Festival shows will take place at War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St. with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the show to start at 7:30 p.m. Get more information at FestivalatSandpoint.com.
6 Open Jam Night. Every Thursday night is an 'open jam' where musicians are encouraged to come and join in the fun of music creation. 5:30 p.m. at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St.
6 Festival at Sandpoint: Midland. Tickets on sale now at festivalatsandpoint.com. Enjoy some country music with Midland. This is a standard show (meaning there is a standing area in front of the stage). Festival shows will take place at the War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St., with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the show starting at 7:30 p.m. Opening acts will be Camden Morris and Remy Garrison. Get more information at festivalatsandpoint.com.
6 Sister Sadie. Join at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. starting at 7 p.m. for an evening with an all-women powerhouse band based out of Nashville. A Grammy-nominated, IBMA-sweeping, Grand Ole Opry-starring force of bluegrass sound. Get tickets, or more info at panida.org.
7 Live Music with Monarch Mountain Band. Join from 2-5 p.m. for some live music with Monarch Mountain Band at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave.
7 Live Music with One Street Over. Don't miss a night of 70s and 80s pop and rock with One Street Over at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m.
7 Live Music with Carli Osika. Join at 5 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Carli Osika.
7 Live Blues Music with CD Woodbury. Join from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. for some live blues with CD Woodbury.
7 Festival at Sandpoint: Switchfoot. Tickets are on sale now at FestivalatSandpoint.com. This will be a standing show, meaning that the area in front of the stage will be for dancing/standing. Enjoy some alternative rock with Switchfoot with show-opener Ethan Burdick. Festival shows will take place at War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St. with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the show to start at 7:30 p.m. Get more information at FestivalatSandpoint.com.
7 Live Music with Bright Moments. Join at Baxter's on Cedar, 109 Cedar St. from 6-8 p.m. for live jazz and dinner.
7 Live Music with Angel Urrea. Join from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Silo Stage of Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. for some live music with Angel Urrea.
7 Live Music with Johnny Guitar Daffron. Join from 6-9 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for some live music with Johnny Guitary Daffron.
7 Sandpoint Contra Dance. Join from 7-10 p.m. at Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. where Sandpoint Parks & Rec. has teamed up with Emily Faulkner to share the joy of community contra dancing. Beginners are encouraged to join the introductory lesson at 7 p.m. sharp. All ages are welcome, so bring the whole family, even if you don't have a partner. Wear comfortable clothing and clean non-marking shoes. A $8-10 donation is suggested. Dances will be held monthly on the second Friday of the month unless noted otherwise.
7 Karaoke. Come join in on some Karaoke with the Eagles from 7-10 p.m. at 1511 John Hudon Ln. 21+.
7 Movies on the Mountain. Unwind under the stars this August with Movies on the Mountain, hosted by the Activity Center at Schweitzer every Friday night on the lawn outside Crow's Bench and Selkirk Lodge! This free, open-to-all event kicks off as soon as it gets dark enough after sunset, starting around 8:13 p.m. on August 7, with fresh popcorn, candy, and drinks available for purchase alongside your own BYO snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Any alcohol must be purchased directly from a Schweitzer outlet. Just bring your lawn chairs, cozy blankets, and extra warm layers for the crisp mountain air, then settle in early for a relaxing night with friends! The hint for this week's movie: "Look deeper into your head at how colorful emotions are guiding our lives" Movie is PG and the runtime is 1 hr 35 min.
7 Live Music with Spool Effect. Join at 9 p.m. at 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. for some eclectic live music with Spool Effect. 21+.
7-8 Bonner County Rodeo The annual PRCA/WPRA rodeo is held in the Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Rd. In conjunction with the PRCA event, there will also be women's barrel racing sanctioned by WPRA (Women's Professional Rodeo Association). BonnerCountyFair.com/events. Also watch sandpointbonnercountyrodeo.com for more info.
8 Christmas in August Toys for Tots Charity Poker Run. All rides and hot rods are welcome to the 2nd Annual Christmas in August Toys for Tots Charity Poker Run on Saturday, August 8, beginning at the Sandpoint Lions Club, 609 S. Ella Ave. Sign-in starts at 9 a.m., with kickstands up at 10:30 a.m. Participation is $25 per rider, and the event also features a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, beer garden, and a $15 dinner. Proceeds benefit Toys for Tots. Dinner reservations are requested by calling 208-661-0428.
8 Saturday Farmers' Market. Join from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Farmin Park for the 2026 market season through Oct. 17. Markets are held weekly on Wed & Sat.
8 Historic Walking Tours. Step back in time this summer with the Bonner County Historical Society's historic walking tours, happening Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. through September 5th. Meeting at the Cedar Street Bridge, 334 N. First Ave., each 75-minute tour features a local historian sharing fascinating stories of the key families and businesses from Sandpoint's earliest days. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for youth under 18, and free for children under 6. Because the ticketing system updates week-by-week, please use this single registration link throughout the summer to purchase tickets the week of your tour.
8 PORPA Sprints. Porpa Sprints return this year at the Mudhole, (.5 miles east of Priest River on Hwy. 2). This day celebrates non-motorized watercraft with fun races for all ages and abilities. Get the most up to date information at PORPA.org.
8 Live Music with Fiddlin' Red. Join from 1-4 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for some live music with Fiddlin' Red.
8 Bingo. Join at the Eagles, 1511 John Hudon Ln. where doors will open at 2 p.m. for some Bingo fun starting at 2:30 p.m.
8 Live Music with Brittany Jean. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes Brittany Jean to the stage for her folk and Americana tour from 5-8 p.m.
8 Live Blues with Madrona Hollow. Join at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. for some live blues, rock, Americana with Madrona Hollow.
8 Festival at Sandpoint: Rick Springfield. Tickets are on sale now at festivalatsandpoint.com. This will be a standard show, meaning that the area in front of the stage is GA dancing and standing area. Enjoy an evening of rock music with Rick Springfield and opening band The Buckley Storms from Coeur d'Alene. Festival shows will take place at the War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St. with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the show to start at 7:30 p.m. Get more information at festivalatsandpoint.com.
8 Live Music with Bright Moments. Join from 6-8 p.m. at Arlo's, 124 S. Second Ave. for some live jazz and dinner.
8 Live Music with Camden Morris. Get over to the Blue Heron Cafe, 486260 US-95 from 6-9 p.m. for some live music in the backyard.
8 Live Music with Angel Urrea. Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. welcomes Angel Urrea to the stage from 6-9 p.m.
8 Live Music with Arie Vandeberg. Join at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Arie Vandeberg.
8 Live Music with Aaron Golay & The Original Sin. Join at 9 p.m. for some live music with Aaron Golay at the 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. 21+.
8-9 POAC Annual Arts and Crafts Fair. Pend Oreille Arts Council's Annual Arts and Crafts Fair takes place in downtown Sandpoint, and features artist booths, food vendors, and a youth art arena. Artwork exhibited includes sculpture, ceramics, metal, fiber, photography, paintings, mixed media, wood, crafts, and more. ArtInSandpoint.org/arts-crafts-fair.
9 Live Music with Fiddlin' Red. Join from 1-4 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for some live music with Fiddlin' Red.
9 Open Mic Night. Join at Eichardt's, 212 Cedar St. every second Sunday. Hosted by Biobeat, the event kicks off at 4 p.m. Performance spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis, though a limited number of early sign-ups are available by emailing [email protected].
9 Magic Sunday. Join for up close table-side magic shows performed by local magician Star Alexander at Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant on Second Ave. on Sundays from 5-8 p.m.
9 Festival at Sandpoint: How to Train Your Dragon 2. The Festival at Sandpoint presents its Grand Finale performance at War Memorial Field. Conducting the performance is Morihiko Nakahara, who spent 16 years as resident conductor of the Spokane Symphony. He is also the music director of the South Carolina Philharmonic and the director of orchestra studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The evening will include free face painting and a fireworks display. This will be a seated show, meaning that the area in front of the stage will be available for short chair and blanket seating only. You can get a "cheers add-on" for your ticket which will allow you in to the Cheers Beer & Wine Tasting event from 5-7 p.m. At this event you can sample pours from across the region in your souvenir tasting cup. All guests must be 21+ and present valid ID prior to admission. Cheers is a separate ticketed event. Get tickets at FestivalatSandpoint.com.
10 Bunco. Join in on some Bunco with the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. from starting at 12:30 p.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
10 Conservation on Tap: Trivia & Pint Night with ICL. Put your conservation knowledge to the test at Conservation on Tap: Trivia and Pint Night with ICL! Join the Idaho Conservation League at Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St. from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. for Idaho conservation-themed trivia, prizes, and merch. Admission is free, and Idaho Pour Authority will donate $1 from every draft beer sold to support ICL's conservation work. Learn more at idahoconservation.org.
10 Live Trivia with Toshi. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Wednesday nights. $5/person entry fee. First place snags 70% of the money collected that evening, and second place takes home 30%.
10 East Coast Swing Lessons. Join at DanceWorks Studio, 409 N. Fourth Ave. at 7 p.m. $15. No experience necessary.
11 Bridge. Join at the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. for bridge games starting at 12:30 p.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
11 Live Music with Kip McMillan. Join from 2-5 p.m. for some live music with Kip McMillan at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave.
11 Live Piano with Jennifer Stoehner. Enjoy some contemporary and inspirational originals on the grand piano with vocal accompaniment with Jennifer Stoehner at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-7 p.m.
12 Pinochle. Join at the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. for pinochle games starting at 9:30 a.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
12 Wednesday Farmers' Market. Join from 3-5:30 p.m. at Farmin Park for the 2026 market season through Oct. 17. Markets are held weekly on Wed & Sat.
12 Live Piano with Peter Lucht. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes Peter Lucht with some jazz and contemporary songs on the grand piano from 5-7 p.m.
12 Family Night & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some acoustic musical vibes each Wednesday.
12 Benny on the Deck. From 5:30-8:30 p.m. come and enjoy an evening of live music on the back deck at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. on Wednesdays.
13 Summer Music Series: The Jauntee. Check out this talented band traveling all the way from Colorado to perform at Farmin Park beginning at 6:00 p.m. Alongside the free live music, the evening will feature great local eats from the Mountain Food Co. and Mandala Pizza food trucks, plus a bar service courtesy of Eichardt's Pub. Feel free to pack your own picnic and non-alcoholic refreshments, but remember that outside alcoholic beverages cannot be brought into the event area.
14 Aladdin Kids (Musical/Play). Aladdin Kids is presented by the MCS Summer Academy Musical Theater Camp. It is a condensed version of the Disney story with students aged 8-17. The shows will be held at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. with doors opening 45 minutes prior to each show. Get tickets or more info at panida.org.
14 Live Music with Nobody Famous. Join at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. for a perfect summer evening with Nobody Famous taking the stage from 5-8 p.m.
14 Live Music with Double Shot Band. Join at 5 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Double Shot Band.
14 Live Music with Liam McCoy Band. Join Liam McCoy and his Sandpoint trio at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. for some live music.
14 Live Music with Danie Rae Clark Band. Join at The Blue Heron Cafe, 486260 US-95, from 6-9 for some live music in their backyard.
14 Live Music with Marcus Stevens. Join for a fun evening of music with Marcus Stevens at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 6-9 p.m.
14 Austin Miller + Line Dancing Lessons. Join at The Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Doors open at 7 p.m. with Line dancing lessons from 7:30-8:30 p.m. ($10 to instructor). The show follows at 8:30 p.m. $10 entry at the door. 21+. Get tickets here.
14 Live Music with Robert Henry and The Repeaters. Join starting at 8 p.m. for some live honky-tonk and country music with Robert Henry and The Repeaters at 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. 21+.
14 Movies on the Mountain. Unwind under the stars this August with Movies on the Mountain, hosted by the Activity Center at Schweitzer every Friday night on the lawn outside Crow's Bench and Selkirk Lodge! This free, open-to-all event kicks off as soon as it gets dark enough after sunset, starting around 8:01 p.m. Enjoy fresh popcorn, candy, and drinks available for purchase alongside your own BYO snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Any alcohol must be purchased directly from a Schweitzer outlet. Just bring your lawn chairs, cozy blankets, and extra warm layers for the crisp mountain air, then settle in early for a relaxing night with friends! The hint for this week's movie: "Come up to Schweitzer, we hope you will." Rated PG. Run time: 2 hr 11 min.
15 Saturday Farmers' Market. Join from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Farmin Park for the 2026 market season through Oct. 17. Markets are held weekly on Wed & Sat.
15 Historic Walking Tours. Step back in time this summer with the Bonner County Historical Society's historic walking tours, happening Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. through September 5th. Meeting at the Cedar Street Bridge, 334 N. First Ave., each 75-minute tour features a local historian sharing fascinating stories of the key families and businesses from Sandpoint's earliest days. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for youth under 18, and free for children under 6. Because the ticketing system updates week-by-week, please use this single registration link throughout the summer to purchase tickets the week of your tour.
15 Aether's Traverse. This event starts in Sandpoint and takes riders 35 miles westward towards Priest Lake on Baldy Road and then eastward up the Middle Fork of the East River to the Sky House at the top of Schweitzer Mountain Resort. Proceeds are donated to the Pend Oreille Pedalers, and KRFY Public radio. To register, or to learn more, visit Panhandlegravel.com.
15 Ponderay Rotary's Beach Bash. Join from noon to 6 p.m. at the Sandpoint City Beach Park, 102 Bridge for a fun day by the lake with free cornhole and pickleball, food for purchase from Truck'N Delicious, and a 21+ beverage garden hosted by Rotary and The Tervan Tavern. Beverage proceeds support Ponderay Rotary's student scholarships and community AED projects. Throw on a Hawaiian shirt, cool off in the water, and soak up the vibe! Free pickleball round-robin sessions run from 1-3 p.m. and 3:30-5:30 p.m. Sign up on PlaytimeScheduler.com to play or get more information here.
15 SASI Uncorked. join from 3-5 p.m. at the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. for an elegant end-of-summer wine tasting fundraiser. This will be a curated tasting of five wines, including a dessert wine finale, paired with an upscale grazing table and light bites. Enjoy an afternoon of great wine, community connection, and meaningful support for local seniors. $60 pre-registration, or $75 at the door. To make reservations please call 208-263-6860.
15 Rock Out Community Cancer. Join Community Cancer Services for live music from 4-9 p.m. for this fundraising event at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St.
15 Live Music with Nic Allen. Join from 5-7 p.m. on the Roam Cafe Patio at the Pend Oreille Shores Resort in Hope, 47390 ID-200 for some live southern influenced music with Nic Allen. Get more info here.
15 Live Music with Pamela Benton. Don't miss some energetic country rock and pop on electric violin with Pamela Benton from 5-8 p.m. at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.
15 Live Blues with Jay Snow & The Tone Keeprs. Enjoy some Texas blues at it's finest with Jay Snow & The Tone Keepers performance at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
15 Live Music with Chris Lynch. Join from 6-9 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for some live music with Chris Lynch.
15 Live Music with Jon Dejong. Join at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Jon Dejong.
15 Live Music with Cody Bartles Trio. Join at 9 p.m. at the 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. for some live country, honky-tonk soul music with Cody Bartles Trio. 21+.
16 Magic Sunday. Join for up close table-side magic shows performed by local magician Star Alexander at Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant on Second Ave. on Sundays from 5-8 p.m.
17 Bunco. Join in on some Bunco with the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. from starting at 12:30 p.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
17 Live Music with Kip McMillan. Join from 2-5 p.m. for some live music with Kip McMillan at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave.
17 Live Trivia with Toshi. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Wednesday nights. $5/person entry fee. First place snags 70% of the money collected that evening, and second place takes home 30%.
17 East Coast Swing Lessons. Join at DanceWorks Studio, 409 N. Fourth Ave. at 7 p.m. $15. No experience necessary.
18 Bridge. Join at the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. for bridge games starting at 12:30 p.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
18 Stock Dog Fun Day. Don't miss some good dogs with great skills in must-see action. Check it out at 6 p.m. at the Bonner County Fairgrounds outdoor arena where you can see these incredible stock dogs show off their speed, smarts, and teamwork as they herd livestock through the arena.
18 Live Piano with Rich and Jenny. It's an evening of jazzy piano at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. with Rich and Jenny from 5-7 p.m.
18 Sandpoint Cuban Salsa Social. Join Sandpoint Cuban Salsa instructors Alejandro and Denise Alemany and Sandpoint Parks and Recreation for a free Cuban Salsa Social from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Sandpoint Community Hall. Enjoy Cuban music, dancing, and a beginner salsa lesson; no experience or partner needed. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing for dancing. Email sandpointcubansalsa.com for more information.
18-19 Carl Orff's Carmina Burana. Join from 7-8 p.m. at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. and experience the breathtaking power of Carl Orff's Carmina Burana, where the full force of the North Idaho Philharmonia joins the extraordinary voices of our community alongside the Bel Canto Opera. Presented by the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint with tickets on sale at panida.org.
18-22 Bonner County Fair. Enjoy this old-fashioned country event at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, featuring the Challenge of Champions bull riding, and the Demolition Derby. BonnerCountyFair.com. 208-263-8414
19 Pinochle. Join at the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. for pinochle games starting at 9:30 a.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
19 2nd Harvest Mobile Food Distribution. Join at Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1900 Pine St. for this drive-thru event where up to 250 families will be served between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. (while supplies last). No appointment or documentation required.
19 Wednesday Farmers' Market. Join from 3-5:30 p.m. at Farmin Park for the 2026 market season through Oct. 17. Markets are held weekly on Wed & Sat.
19 Live Piano with Owen Macaulay. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes Owen Macaulay to the winery from 5-7 p.m. Enjoy some easy listening jazz & cocktail piano.
19 Family Night & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some acoustic musical vibes each Wednesday.
19 Benny on the Deck. From 5:30-8:30 p.m. come and enjoy an evening of live music on the back deck at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. on Wednesdays.
19 Barrel Racing. Check out this free family event with NWBHA starting at 7 p.m. at the Bonner County Fairgrounds outdoor arena. Food and beer available to purchase.
20 Open Jam Night. Every Thursday night is an 'open jam' where musicians are encouraged to come and join in the fun of music creation. 5:30 p.m. at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St.
20 Paint & Sip with Nicole Black. Join for the monthly Paint & Sip night at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Get more info here.
20 Ranch Sorting. Join at 5:30 p.m. in the main arena at the Bonner County Fairgrounds for this free event.
20 & 22 Montana Shakespeare in the Parks. Montana Shakespeare in the Parks. A free performance of a classic William Shakespeare play is staged at Lakeview Park, 801 Ontario St., performed by this traveling Montana troupe. Shakespeareintheparks.org/menu/full-schedule. This year's performances will be The Merchant of Venice on the 20th, and Much Ado About Nothing on the 22nd. 5 p.m. In case of rain, forest fire smoke, or extreme heat, alternate venue will be the Sandpoint High School performing auditorium.
21 Live Music with Brian Jacobs. Don't miss Brian Jacobs at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m. for some live music.
21 Live Music with Thompson Trio. Join at 5 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Thompson Trio.
21 Live Music with On-Call Cowboys. Join from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. for some outlaw country music with On-Call Cowboys.
21 Live Music with Mobius Riff. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for some live music with Mobius Riff from 6-9 p.m.
21 Ranch Bronc Riding. Join at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Rd. for an unforgettable evening of excitement. Feel the thrill as skilled riders showcase their talent on powerful broncs in this celebration of tradition, skill, and community. 7 p.m. Get tickets here.
21 Biddadat + RCA & The Radicals. Two great bands with Sandpoint roots take the stage at The Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the show to follow at 8 p.m. $10 entry at the door. 21+. Get tickets here.
21 Karaoke. Come join in on some Karaoke with the Eagles from 7-10 p.m. at 1511 John Hudon Ln. 21+.
21 Movies on the Mountain. Unwind under the stars this August with Movies on the Mountain, hosted by the Activity Center at Schweitzer every Friday night on the lawn outside Crow's Bench and Selkirk Lodge! This free, open-to-all event kicks off as soon as it gets dark enough after sunset, starting around 7:48 p.m. on August 21, with fresh popcorn, candy, and drinks available for purchase alongside your own BYO snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Any alcohol must be purchased directly from a Schweitzer outlet. Just bring your lawn chairs, cozy blankets, and extra warm layers for the crisp mountain air, then settle in early for a relaxing night with friends! The hint for this week's movie: "A family with extraordinary abilities learns that working together is the greatest superpower." Rated PG. Run time: 1 hr 55 min.
21 Live Music with Buckley Storms Duo. Join starting at 8 p.m. when Buckley Storms Duo takes the stage at the 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. for some live alternative rock, Americana music. 21+.
22 Saturday Farmers' Market. Join from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Farmin Park for the 2026 market season through Oct. 17. Markets are held weekly on Wed & Sat.
22 Historic Walking Tours. Step back in time this summer with the Bonner County Historical Society's historic walking tours, happening Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. through September 5th. Meeting at the Cedar Street Bridge, 334 N. First Ave., each 75-minute tour features a local historian sharing fascinating stories of the key families and businesses from Sandpoint's earliest days. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for youth under 18, and free for children under 6. Because the ticketing system updates week-by-week, please use this single registration link throughout the summer to purchase tickets the week of your tour.
22 Annual Wings Over Sandpoint Fly-in. Regional pilots fly into Sandpoint Airport. The Fly-in features a breakfast and aircraft display. Sponsored by the Sandpoint EAA Chapter 1441. 208-264-8855.
22 Live Music with Ian Newbill. Join from 5-8 p.m. for some rock and country in an acoustic style with Ian Newbill at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.
22 Live Music with The Doghouse Boyz. Don't miss some rockin' Delta blues with The Doghouse Boyz at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
22 Live Music with Oak Street Connection. Join at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. from 6-8 p.m. for some live music with Oak Street Connection.
22 Country Swing Dance Drop-In. Join and learn how to country swing with Walk the Line Dance Events at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 6-9 p.m. No partner or experience required.
22 Live Music with Spool Effect. From 6-9 p.m. at The Blue Heron Cafe, 486260 US-95, for some live music in the backyard.
22 Live Music with Kip McMillan. Join for some live music with Kip McMillan at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 6-9 p.m.
22 Live Music with Dave & Rey. Join at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Dave & Rey.
23 Live Music with Fiddlin' Red. Join from 1-4 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for some live music with Fiddlin' Red.
23 Magic Sunday. Join for up close table-side magic shows performed by local magician Star Alexander at Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant on Second Ave. on Sundays from 5-8 p.m.
24 Bunco. Join in on some Bunco with the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. from starting at 12:30 p.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
24 Live Music with Kip McMillan. Join from 2-5 p.m. for some live music with Kip McMillan at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave.
24 Live Trivia with Toshi. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Wednesday nights. $5/person entry fee. First place snags 70% of the money collected that evening, and second place takes home 30%.
24 East Coast Swing Lessons. Join at DanceWorks Studio, 409 N. Fourth Ave. at 7 p.m. $15. No experience necessary.
25 Bridge. Join at the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. for bridge games starting at 12:30 p.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
25 Live Acoustic Guitar with Sydney Dawn. It's an evening of vocals and acoustic guitar with Sydney Dawn performing at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-7 p.m.
26 Pinochle. Join at the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. for pinochle games starting at 9:30 a.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
26 Wednesday Farmers' Market. Join from 3-5:30 p.m. at Farmin Park for the 2026 market season through Oct. 17. Markets are held weekly on Wed & Sat.
26 Live Piano with Sean Bostrom. It's a pleasant evening of wine and piano with Sean Bostrom taking the stage at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-7 p.m.
26 Family Night & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some acoustic musical vibes each Wednesday.
26 Benny on the Deck. From 5:30-8:30 p.m. come and enjoy an evening of live music on the back deck at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. on Wednesdays.
27 Summer Music Series Finale. A performer to be determined (TBD) will close out the "Odd Nights Out" series with a final free outdoor concert at Farmin Park starting at 6:00 p.m. Like the previous events, the finale will feature a lively community atmosphere complete with food trucks from Mandala Pizza and Mountain Food Co., and a bar provided by Eichardt's Pub. Guests are invited to bring their own food and non-alcoholic drinks, though outside alcohol is not allowed past the venue gates.
28 Sandpoint Senior Center Monthly Breakfast Fundraiser. Join for this monthly fundraiser on the last Friday of each month. Wendy Franck of The Hoot Owl will be the guest chef and will make her famous biscuits and gravy, along with other classic breakfast options. Doors open at 8:00 a.m. and service starts at 8:30 a.m. Reservations required and will not be accepted after 3 p.m. on the Thursday before the breakfast call 208-263-6860 to reserve your spot. $10 donation at the door. Breakfast will be served at the Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St.
28 Live Music with the Monarch Mountain Band. Join Scott Reid and the Monarch Mountain Band for some bluegrass, newgrass, and folk at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m.
28 Live Music with Hot Cheetos. Join at 5 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Hot Cheetos.
28 Live Music with Prairie Fire. Enjoy an evening of intensity with Prairie Fire at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
28 Live Music with Jenny & Rich. Join for some live music with Jenny & Rich at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 6-9 p.m.
28 Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience. Rock out to the songs of one of the greats. Join at The Hive, 207 N. First Ave. where doors will open at 7 p.m. for the 8:30 p.m. show. 21+. Get more info or tickets here.
28 Movies on the Mountain. Unwind under the stars this August with Movies on the Mountain, hosted by the Activity Center at Schweitzer every Friday night on the lawn outside Crow's Bench and Selkirk Lodge! This free, open-to-all event kicks off as soon as it gets dark enough after sunset, starting around 7:35 p.m. on August 28, with fresh popcorn, candy, and drinks available for purchase alongside your own BYO snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Any alcohol must be purchased directly from a Schweitzer outlet. Just bring your lawn chairs, cozy blankets, and extra warm layers for the crisp mountain air, then settle in early for a relaxing night with friends! The hint for this week's movie: "The person behind the action scenes becomes the action hero. His job is pretending to fall, this time, the fall is real." Rated PG-13. Run time: 2 hr. 26 min.
29 Saturday Farmers' Market. Join from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Farmin Park for the 2026 market season through Oct. 17. Markets are held weekly on Wed & Sat.
29 Historic Walking Tours. Step back in time this summer with the Bonner County Historical Society's historic walking tours, happening Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. through September 5th. Meeting at the Cedar Street Bridge, 334 N. First Ave., each 75-minute tour features a local historian sharing fascinating stories of the key families and businesses from Sandpoint's earliest days. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for youth under 18, and free for children under 6. Because the ticketing system updates week-by-week, please use this single registration link throughout the summer to purchase tickets the week of your tour.
29 Monarch & Friends Festival. Join from noon to 4 p.m. in the parking lots of Evans Brothers & Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St./524 Church St. for the Sandpoint Pollinator Festival for a fun, family-friendly event celebrating Monarch butterflies and local pollinators! Explore over 18 interactive booths with hands-on activities, watch a live Monarch butterfly release, and let the kids earn a Junior Ambassador badge through a scavenger hunt, crafts, and games. Enjoy live music from Harolds IGA. Have some caterpillar ice cream, coffee from Evans Brothers, and food and beer from Matchwood Brewing, with all proceeds funding a new native pollinator garden on Matchwood's grounds!
29 Bingo. Join at Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. for Bingo from 1-3 p.m. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Get three cards for $10. 50/50 raffle also available.
29 Live Music with Harold's IGA. Join from 1-3:30 p.m. at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. for some live music with Harold's IGA. From noon to 4 p.m. take part in the Monarch & Friends Festival also taking place that day.
29 Ponderay Neighbor Day. 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 from 1-6 p.m. Free activities, plus the event itself is free and open to everyone! Sponsored by the City of Ponderay. CityOfPonderay.org.
29 Live Music with Tom Catmull. Don't miss a memorable night of gritty Americana and folk music with Tom Catmull at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m.
29 Live Music with The Zach Cooper Band. Take in an evening with this five-piece progressive blues/rock band from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave.
29 Live Music with The Hot Cheetos. Don't miss live music with The Hot Cheetos in the backyard of The Blue Heron Cafe, 486260 US-95, from 6-9 p.m.
29 Live Music with Lauren Whitehorse Duo. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for some live music with the Lauren Whitehorse Duo from 6-9 p.m.
29 Live Music with Sydni Dawn. Join at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Sydni Dawn.
29 Young Dubliners. Join for some live Celtic Rock with The Young Dubliners at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Show will be held at 7 p.m. (doors open 1 hour prior). Get more information or tickets at panida.org.
30 Magic Sunday. Join for up close table-side magic shows performed by local magician Star Alexander at Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant on Second Ave. on Sundays from 5-8 p.m.
31 Bunco. Join in on some Bunco with the Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. from starting at 12:30 p.m. Call 208-263-6860 for questions or to reserve your spot.
31 Live Music with Kip McMillan. Join from 2-5 p.m. for some live music with Kip McMillan at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave.
31 Live Trivia with Toshi. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Wednesday nights. $5/person entry fee. First place snags 70% of the money collected that evening, and second place takes home 30%.
31 East Coast Swing Lessons. Join at DanceWorks Studio, 409 N. Fourth Ave. at 7 p.m. $15. No experience necessary.
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