Halloween Celebrations
Thursday, October 31, Start out at Kessa's Court: 2nd Annual trunk-or-treat. Join from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at 775 Bonner Mall Way in Ponderay and celebrate with games, candy, a haunted forest, food trucks, and coffee. Then, move on to the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint at 110 Main St. for their haunted conservatory and trick-or-treat while you tour their ghostly halls, enjoy mysterious music performances and watch out for "ghosts" of the 1908 conservatory from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Then, hit up the Lake Pend Oreille High School for some good old fashioned Trick-or-Treating and the Sandpoint Lions Club trunk-or-treat in their parking lot at 609 S. Ella from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. where you can buy a delicious hand-dipped corndog, fresh popcorn, hot cocoa, or apple cider. Or head up to 1055 Fontaine Dr. in Ponderay for Mountain Motors trunk-or-treat with candy, music, face painting, and more, also from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Finally, don't miss Matchwood Brewing's first ever trunk-or-treat at 513 Oak St. where their will be a costume contests, and a "CAR-stume" contest for the most fang-tastic spook-mobile from 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Sandpoint Witches, Warlocks & Wizards 2024 Paddle
Prepare your brooms, wands, and paddles for an enchanting experience on the water! Join in for the spine-tingling "Witches, Warlocks, & Wizards 2024 Paddle". This year's event promises magic, mystery, and camaraderie as everyone paddles together in our finest mystical attire. Everyone should plant to gather at the famed Witches Hat - better known as the Pavilion at City Beach - where a delicious cauldron of soup awaits. Bring a dish to share and remember to pack your own bowls, plates, utensils, and cups. Please no  disposables, as we cast a spell for a cleaner environment! All forms of watercraft are welcome, including kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards. And while costumes aren't required, they are highly encouraged to enhance the spellbinding atmosphere. So dust off those capes, practice your cackles, and join us for an unforgettable evening on the lake starting at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 31! See more here.

Fall Festival at North Summit
Join in at North Summit Church for an unforgettable evening of community and celebration at Fall Fest! This exciting event takes place on Thursday, October 31, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., at 201 N Division Ave. Bring the whole family to enjoy delicious food, abundant candy, and the fan-favorite chili cookoff! Sip on specialty coffee crafted by Kokanee Coffee, with proceeds going towards supporting this year's Youth Mission Trip to the Philippines. There's something for everyone, from games and prizes to fellowship with friends old and new. Don't miss out on this fun-filled evening of coming together to celebrate all the wonderful blessings in the North Summit family. See you there. See more here.

Little Theater of Horrors
The Panida and Nova High School are teaming up to present a spooky haunted house experience at the Panida Little Theater, located at 301 First Ave. Older guests are invited to brave the scarier side of the theater in a spine-tingling, NC-17-rated walkthrough. As they navigate the dark, eerie maze inside the Little Theater, they'll encounter creepy characters, startling surprises, and plenty of fog and flashing lights designed to keep even the bravest visitors on edge. Expect heart-pounding moments as unsettling figures may leap out from shadowy corners (this experience is definitely not for the easily frightened). For younger guests or those who prefer a milder scare, the G-rated waiting zone at the front of the theater provides a more family-friendly atmosphere. Here, little ones can engage with mildly spooky, sensory-friendly activities, such as feeling mysterious objects and watching gentle spooky visuals, all while enjoying hot apple cider and caramel corn. Admission is $10 for guests aged 14 and up, and only $5 for children under 14. The haunted house will be open every night starting Thursday, October 24 through Thursday, October 31, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., and tickets can only be purchased at the door, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot.

Sideboob Halloween 90's Dance Party
Get down to the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. to enjoy the North West's most talented women as they take Sandpoint by storm to perform in Sideboob, a 90's Halloween Music Extravaganza. Tickets $25-30. Friday, November 1. Doors 7:00 p.m. The show will start at 9:00 p.m. 21+. See more here.

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Here's what's happening in October!

24-31 Little Theater of Horrors. The Panida and Nova High school are bringing a spooky haunted house experience to the Panida Little Theater, 301 First Ave. This event is suitable for the whole family!  Older guests will be guided through the Little Theater where they will encounter creepy characters that may jump out of dark corners in an eerie maze. (There will be fog, flashing lights are lots of startling-- not for the easily spooked!) And the waiting zone in the front of the theater will feature some experiences for younger guests, like mildly spooky things to touch with your hands or see with your eyes while you enjoy some hot apple cider and caramel corn! $10 for those 14+ and $5 for those under 14. Running every night from 5-8 p.m. Tickets are only available at the door.

30 Live Piano with Jennifer Stoehner. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes Stoehner to the stage to perform a variety of classical, contemporary, and original songs on the grand piano. Stoehner also enhances her performance with vocals. 5-7 p.m.

30 Winter's Eve Ball. Join in for a Winter's Eve Ball. A reason to get dressed up and enjoy a fancy night with games, dance, food, and drink. $20/ticket or 2 for $30. Ages 13+. This event will be held at 120 S. Division Ave. starting at 6 p.m. RSVP to 986-205-0193. Tickets must be purchased in advance at Studio 1 or via PayPal at [email protected].

30 Open Mic Night. Bring your talent in front of a live audience with a chill vibe. Be it song, instrument, comedy, improv, or magic, come show it off. Hosted by the Tervan, 411 Cedar St. starting at 6:00(ish) p.m. on Wednesdays.

31 Sandpoint Witches, Warlocks & Wizards 2024 Paddle. Join for an adventure on the water! Meet up at the Witches Hat (the Pavilion at Sandpoint City Beach), Soup will be provided but bring a dish to share and your own bowl, plates, utensils, and cups (no disposables please). This paddle event is open to kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddle-boards. Costumes are highly encouraged. Starting at 3 p.m.

31 Kessa's Court 2nd Annual trunk-or-treat. Join from 3-5 p.m. at 775 Bonner Mall Way in Ponderay and celebrate with games, candy, a haunted forest, food trucks, and coffee.

31 Trick or Treat at MCS. Visit the haunted conservatory for some sweet treats while you tour the ghostly halls of MCS at 110 Main St. 3:30-5 p.m. Enjoy mysterious music performances, and watch out for "ghosts" of the 1908 conservatory. Come one and all to tour the halls for spine tingling encounters, and of course, lots of candy. Entry is free but donations are welcome.

31 Trick-or-Treat LPOHS. Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Lake Pend Oreille High School, 1005 N. Boyer, for some Trick-or-Treating on Halloween from 3:30-5:30 p.m.

31 Sandpoint Lions Club Trunk or Treat. Join the Sandpoint Lions Club for Trunk or Treat as you trick-or-treat your way through the parking lot. Buy a delicious hand-dipped corndog, fresh popcorn, hot cocoa, or apple cider. 4-7 p.m. at 609 S. Ella Ave.

31 Trunk-or-treat. Mountain Motors invites you to celebrate their new home at 1055 Fontaine Dr. in Ponderay and get some trunk-or-treating in. Enjoy loads of candy, music, face painting, and more from 4-7 p.m.

31 Matchwood Halloween Trunk-Or-Treat. Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. has conjured up some community spirit with their first ever Trunk-Or-Treat event from 4:30-7:30 p.m. At 6:00 p.m. you'll have the Best of Costume Contest, at 6:30 the Best of Car-Stume Contest for the most fang-tastic spook-mobile. If you'd like to participate and park your trunk there email [email protected] to participate.

31 Fall Festival at North Summit. Come and celebrate at Fall Fest starting at 5 p.m. with food, candy, specialty coffee, and a chili cookoff. Help support a youth mission trip to the Philippines. 201 N. Division Ave. 5-7 p.m.

31 Game Night. Cards against humanity, Jenga, Yahtzee. Bring your friends down to the Tervan, 411 Cedar St., on Thursdays, and choose a game starting at 6:30 p.m.

31 Live Trivia. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Thursdays. $5/person entry fee. *Please note that in the month of November, Trivia night will shift to Wed. nights.

31 Nosferatu: Halloween Movie. Nosferatu: Symphony of Terror. An unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula, Nosferatu remains to many viewers the most unsettling vampire film ever made, and its bald, spidery vampire, personified by the diabolical Max Schreck, continues to spawn imitations in the realm of contemporary cinema. Released in 1922, this showing will be Kino Lorber's HD edition, mastered from the acclaimed 35mm restoration by Friedrich-Wilhelm-Murnau-Stiftung. Backed by an orchestral performance of Hans Erdmann's original 1922 score, this edition offers unprecedented visual clarity and historical faithfulness to the original release version. The Historic Pearl Theater, Bonners Ferry at 7 p.m. Free.

And here's what's on tap in November 2024!

1 Snowboard Movie Premier. Starting at 6 p.m. at Powder Hound Pizza, 201 E. Superior St. 7B Boardshop, and Powder Hound have teamed up for a snowboard movie premier to get you hyped up for the season. Check out "Glow" brought to you by Capita and Union and "Force Majeure" brought to you by Beyond Medals (plus more!) There will a raffle with tons of prizes and all proceeds benefit the Bonner County Skatepark Association.

1 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. Get over to Baxters, 109 Cedar St. from 6-8 p.m. Enjoy great food with some great jazz music.

1 Sideboob Halloween 90's Dance Party. Get down to the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. to enjoy the NW's most talented women as they take Sandpoint by storm to perform in Sideboob, a 90's Halloween Music Extravaganza. Tickets $25-30. Doors 7 p.m. Show 9 p.m. 21+

2 Bridges Home in Concert. Tami and Dave Gunter are vocalists and multi-instrumentalists delivering a captivating array of musical styles: High-energy Celtic, Bluegrass and originals: foot-stomping Roots music; haunting Irish ballads and finely crafted instrumentals. Joanne Heinz joins them with her Mountain Dulcimer. Show will be held at Create, 900 W. Fourth in Newport from 2-6 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 day of, and students are FREE. Get your tickets early at Create, or online at CreateArts.org.

2 Murder Mystery. Talus Rock Retreat invites you to attend 'Till Death Do Us Part' a night of love, marriage, and murder. The event will start at 5 p.m. Call 208-255-8458 to R.S.V.P. by October 18 to be entered in the drawing for a free stay in the Nooma Room. 291 Syringa Heights Rd.

4 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. Get over to Baxters on Cedar, 109 Cedar St. from 7-9 p.m. to enjoy some great music with Bright Moments Jazz along with some great food.

7 Get Plowed. Did you know that fall and winter maintenance on Pine Street Woods access road costs nearly $6,000/year? Plowing the road to Pine Street Woods may not be sexy, but it's safe. Help keep the road to your community forest trails open all year when you put your pocket change toward plowing at Get Plowed this year. Show up at Mick Duff's Beer Hall from 5-8 p.m. and they'll kick back a percentage of profits that night when you kick back a cold one. Don't let the event name fool you - this is a family friendly event. See more info, or donate here.

8 Selkirk-Pend Oreille Food Summit. Join at the Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center for this one-day event that celebrates the foods and farms of the Selkirk-Pend Oreille region! Listen to 5-minute Ignite! presentations, participate in community conversations, enjoy local food tastings, and help create a vision for growing connections from farm to table! Tickets are $35, or $15 students/living lightly. Event will be held at the Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center, 10881 N. Boyer Rd. from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Get more info at IdahoFoodWorks.org.

8 Unit Souzou. Pend Oreille Arts Council (POAC) invites you to experience the essence of Unit Souzou: a dynamic blend of taiko and Japanese folk dance rooted in creativity and tradition. Event will be held at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. starting at 7 p.m. Read more about the event, or get your tickets here.

8 Sandpoint Contra Dance. Held on the second Friday of each month, it's the 2024 Contra Dance Series. Dance your heart out to live music, and meet your neighbors. Prior dancing experience is not required. All ages are welcome, and you don't have to bring a partner. Beginners are encouraged to arrive on time for the introductory dancing at 7 p.m. $5 donation is suggested for each dance. Dances close down at 10 p.m. Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave.

9 Turkey Bingo. The Senior Center is hosting a turkey Bingo with doors opening at 12:30 p.m. and play beginning at 1 p.m. Four cards will cost $25, and each additional card costs $5. Raffles, prizes, and snacks will be available for purchase. Come and have fun and take a change on winning a turkey, ham, or some great prizes.

9 Turkey Bingo. Join in at the Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division starting at 4 p.m. for a night of Bingo with awesome prizes including a Thanksgiving turkey. All funds raised will go to the Youth Group Fund. Cost $10. Free childcare.

9 Warren Miller 75. Warren Miller and crew has been going big for 75 years! WM is back this year with a full feature length film with a new lineup of unbelievable action ski adventures filled with powder stashes and chutes from random locations around the world. Entitled "75", it's 10 all-new original segments showcasing diverse snowsports icons, emerging talents, and Olympic hopefuls. Showtime is at 7 p.m. at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Its Sandpoint's start to the winter season and like a powder day at Schweitzer you don't want to miss out. Get your tickets here.

9-10 Between Borders Folk Art Exhibit. Details coming soon about an exciting folk art exhibit by Idaho Commission on the Arts. The exhibit reception takes place both days from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. with demonstrations, music, and docents. Local artisans including Kaniksu Folk School will be present.
Learn more about this traveling exhibit that takes on the culture of the community at each venue here. Make sure you have the most up-to-date information by checking the Kaniksu Land Trust events page.

10: 3rd Annual Hot Wing Challenge. Can you handle the heat? Powder Hound Pizza will be hosting its 3rd annual Hot Wing Challenge on Sunday, November 10th at 2 p.m. The challenge consists of 10 hot wings of rare and extreme heat level sauces. Finish all 10 wings to win prizes, your name on the PHP Wing Challenge finisher plaque, and a lifetime of bragging rights. Join for a spicy & memorable experience. Spectators welcome and encouraged! To register: Sign up at Powder Hound Pizza, 201 E. Superior St. $35 entry fee covers your 10 wing challenge and two beers. Event is limited to 30 participants.

12 Sandpoint Middle School renovation. Lake Pend Oreille School District Superintendent Dr. Becky Meyer is inviting all district parents and patrons to two events at which she'll tell about planned renovations for the Sandpoint Middle School and invite public comment and suggestions. She'll speak first at a coffee klatch at 9:30 a.m. at the Bernklau Cafe, 316 Pine Street. Then she'll present again at 4-5 p.m. at the middle school cafeteria; this will be followed by the regularly scheduled school board meeting.

15 Kids Night Out. Your child will enjoy an evening of games, crafts, stories, a family friendly movie and pizza for dinner. Every third Friday of the month, starting Nov. 15. This will take place from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the Sandpoint Community Hall. Check here for more info.

15: $5 Movie: O, Brother Where Art Thou? In the deep south during the 1930s, three escaped convicts search for hidden treasure while a relentless lawman pursues them. Starring George Clooney, John Turturro, and Tim Blake Nelson. 7 p.m. at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Get tickets here.

16 Exploration Rocketry. Dr Marty Weiser hosts a one day design, build, and launch at the Sandpoint Middle School, 310 S. Division Ave. from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All ages 10+ are welcome including adults. Come for an exciting, hands-on experience that is perfect for enthusiasts of all ages. This event combines creativity, engineering, and the thrill of launching rockets into the sky. Sign up for this Spacepoint sponsored event here.

16 The Panida's Birthday Party with Raquel Rodriguez. Join the Panida for a celebration with two amazing bands to get you dancing right away. Raquel Rodriguez and opener Lucas Brown and the Night Mayors. Party starts at 7:30 p.m. and doors open one hour before the show. Get tickets here.

16 Spacepoint Observatory Star Party. Uranus is at Opposition - the closest it will come to the Earth, and brightest it will be in 2024. Uranus is the only planet in our Solar System which revolves 90 Degrees to its orbit. Join from 8-10 p.m. at the Sandpoint Agricultural Center, 10881 N. Boyer Rd. RSVP here.

16-17 Christmas Craft Fair. The Christmas Craft Fair will be held at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Ave. from the 16-19th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. It's a community favorite for local artisans and shoppers. Everything from art work to homemade goodies are there to be found. You can enter the gingerbread house contest, or have your kids write a letter to Santa and drop it off at the "North Pole mailbox".

17 Fall Serenade. MCS musicians perform music written by great masters. Wonderful music in the initimate setting of Little Carnegie. Funds raised benefit student scholarships. Check back for a tickets link soon. 5-7 p.m. at MCS/Little Carnegie, 110 Main St.

18 Murder Mystery Dinner RSVP deadline. Get ready for a thrilling evening of intrigue at Talus Rock Retreat with "Till Death Do Us Part". Join on Wednesday, December 4, at 5 p.m. for a night filled with love, marriage, and murder! Come dressed in character and prepared to solve a captivating mystery. The event will be held at 291 Syringa Heights Rd., with special pricing of just $99 (plus taxes and fees). Spaces are limited, so call 208-255-8458 to reserve your spot today!

21 Anticipated Schweitzer Opening Day. Of course, it's dependent on the weather, so keep at eye on Schweitzer.com for the most up-to-date-info.

22 Little Live Radio Hour. Radio listeners can tune to 88.5, or use the live web stream on KRFY.org, at 8 p.m. Broadcast live, unedited, and unfiltered from the Little Panida Theater. You can also attend in person for free, call KRFY at 208-265-2992 for details. Featuring BLIRD, the new band fronted by Ben Olson and Cadie Archer. keep an eye out here for the latest updates.

23 The Carousel Fun Fair. Join in at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Ave. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All area nonprofits are welcome to have a booth - reach out to Dig Chrismer at [email protected] to secure a space. It's an exciting event for the whole family where you can come see the restored ponies on the carousel, participate in activities, and more.TheCarouselOfSmiles.org.

23-30 K&K Thanksgiving Fishing Derby. Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club's annual fall fishing contest. Derby will not be held on Thanksgiving day. LPOIC.org.

28 Annual Turkey Trot. Join Litehouse YMCA and Sandpoint Parks and Rec for Sandpoint's 17th Annual Turkey Trot food drive. This low key, untimed event features a 5K, 10K, or whatever distance you want to run or walk (no bikes please). This run is free with your donation to the food bank. Signed waiver required (minors need a parent or guardian signature). Event will be held at the James E. Russell Sports Center at Travers Park starting at 9 a.m. No bikes please; dogs kept on leashes at all times.

29 Tree Lighting and Santa's Arrival Tree lighting ceremony at Jeff Jones Town Square and visit from Santa opens the holiday season in Sandpoint. DowntownSandpoint.com. 208-255-1876

30 Small Business Christmas Market. Join in for an amazing day of celebrating local small businesses this holiday season. Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

30 Festival of Trees: Friends and Family Day. Join for a jolly good time at this free event held at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year, they're turning up the festive fun with an all-day extravaganza, inviting the community to kick off the holiday season in style. Snap a picture with Santa, have some cookies and hot cocoa, and get ready to vote for your favorite creation in the 4th-grade gingerbread house contest. Enjoy local holiday entertainment while the kids dive into free crafts and activities. Plus, don't miss your chance to join the virtual auction for stunning trees, explore the interactive giving trees, and browse the holiday gift shoppe to get a head start on your Christmas shopping, all while supporting a great cause. It's the perfect recipe for spreading holiday cheer with your loved ones and making memories that will last a lifetime! Get more info here.

30 Shook Twins Giving Thanks Show. This show is an annual reunion for hometown musical sweethearts, Katelyn and Laurie Shook! for the past 12 years, the twins have been bringing their friends to town to share the stage with them and indulge in a memorable evening with their hometown community. This year they bring Handmade Moments, a folksy duo out of New Orleans. Show will start at 7:30 p.m. at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Get tickets, or learn more here.