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October 31-November 1 | Spokane County Fair & Expo Center, Spokane Valley Get ready for winter at the Mt. Spokane Ski Patrol Ski Swap! Whether you're outfitting the whole family, upgrading your gear, or curious about what the swap has to offer, you'll find a huge selection of skis, snowboards, clothing, helmets, goggles, and kids’ gear, all weekend long at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center. The swap also features an expanding selection of alpine touring, telemark, and c

Saturday, October 31, 12pm-3pm | River Park Square, Spokane This Saturday, costumes, candy, and festive fun take over as River Park Square becomes River Park SCARE, a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration! Start with a spellbinding performance by three Halloween sisters at noon, then trick-or-treat at participating merchants throughout the shopping center while enjoying festive activities, a Halloween craft, LUSH bath bomb pressing, and balloon twisting in the Atrium. A

October 25 Lace up for a Halloween-themed race filled with costumes, festive fun, and sweet rewards, this Sunday at McEuen Park in Coeur d’Alene! The Halloween Hustle welcomes runners, walkers, and families to choose their challenge, from the half marathon to the 10K, 5K, or kids’ fun run. Dress up in your favorite spooky-season costume, enjoy the high-energy atmosphere, and celebrate crossing the finish line with a custom medal, race swag, and treats. Race times are staggere

October 23-31 Something spooky is stirring on Lake Coeur d’Alene! Haunted Harbors Cruises return for nine nights of Halloween fun, transforming the cruise boat with eerie decorations, spooky surprises, and festive atmosphere against the lake’s nighttime scenery. Each 40-minute cruise offers a family-friendly Halloween adventure, so gather your friends, bring the kids, and wear your favorite costume if you’re feeling festive. Cruises depart continuously from the Boardwalk Mari

October 17-24 | Sandpoint, ID Discover independent filmmaking from around the world at the inaugural Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest! The weeklong celebration opens Saturday, October 17, with a free Film Crawl featuring short films at five local venues: Matchwood Brewing, Utara Brewing, Pivo Peaks, The Bank: Barroom & Eatery, and Idaho Pour Authority. The opening-night festivities continue at The Hive with DJ Lady Oda, an animated short film, and a live performance by Glizi. The fe

Saturday, October 17, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | 5th & Sherman, Downtown Coeur d’Alene Celebrate the flavors of fall at Downtown Coeur d’Alene’s Harvest Market and Apple Palooza! Browse seasonal produce, local vendors, food, and music at the 5th Street Farmers Market, then satisfy your sweet tooth with Apple Palooza’s apple-inspired treats. Tasting tickets include a sample at each participating location, and guests can vote for their favorite creation to help determine the winner of th

October 10, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Downtown Sandpoint, ID Head to downtown Sandpoint for a family-friendly day celebrating all things apple! Apple Fest features themed treats, games, prizes, special discounts, and activities throughout participating downtown businesses. Test your aim at the Apple Slingshot, enter the Apple Pie Contest, hunt for hidden prizes, and enter for a chance to win one of two grand prizes, including $500 in shopping gift cards or an eight-day, seven-night Na

October 10-11 | Spokane Convention Center, Spokane, WA Get into the spooky spirit at Lilac City Comicon’s fourth annual Halloween X-SPO, an all-ages Halloween-themed convention packed with entertainment, costumes, and plenty of things to discover. Visit the Spokane Convention Center to browse more than 150 exhibitors and artists offering everything from comics, collectibles, toys, games, and original artwork to costumes, props, jewelry, and crafts. The weekend also features c

October 3-4 | Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, Spokane, WA Celebrate Oktoberfest at the scenic Arbor Crest Wine Cellars! Enjoy a selection of Square Wheel Brewery beers, an Oktoberfest-inspired menu, and a glass of Arbor Crest wine while taking in the enchanting views from the Estate. Food is served from noon-4:30 p.m., and the annual Game of Gnomes will return with rounds at 1, 2, and 3 p.m. Bring your own picnic or dine on-site, then settle in for an afternoon of beer, wine, food,

October 3 | River Park Square & Riverfront Park, Spokane, WA Spend a full day enjoying the best of fall in downtown Spokane during WSECU Fall Fest, a free, family-friendly celebration spanning River Park Square and Riverfront Park. Enjoy an urban pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating, horse-drawn carriage rides, a petting zoo, face painting, live music, and more. The festivities also include Brewfest at Fall Fest, featuring beer and cider tastings from Pacific Northwest producers

September 25-26 | Little Carnegie, Sandpoint, ID The Music Conservatory of Sandpoint presents its fourth annual SongFest weekend at Little Carnegie performance hall, featuring two intimate evenings of original music from talented songwriters across the Inland Northwest. Performers include Shiloh Rising, Mike Wagoner, Tim G., Reese Warren, and Sadie Sicilia. Concerts begin Friday and Saturday evening, with single-night and weekend ticket options available. Learn more Check out

Saturday, September 26, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | River Park Square, Spokane Welcome fall at the inaugural Festival of Flowers at River Park Square! Browse a curated marketplace featuring local growers, makers, artists, and small businesses offering floral and botanical-inspired goods. The day also includes a free floral arch demonstration, a dahlia-growing and care class, live acoustic music from Kori Ailene, and seasonal shopping experiences. The first 50 qualifying guests who spend

September 19, 12-3 p.m. | No-Li Brewhouse, Spokane, WA Break out your lederhosen and dirndls for No-Li Brewhouse’s 5th annual Oktoberfest celebration! From noon-3 p.m., enjoy a Bavarian-style party with live oompah music, a DJ, games, food, a roaming photobooth, and the always-popular Stein Hold Contest. Admission starts at $28 and includes entry, a 20-ounce boot fill, Oktoberfest glass boot mug, Bavarian feather hat, limited-edition pin, and beer. The Oktoberfest celebration

September 18-19 | Downtown Coeur d’Alene, ID Celebrate Oktoberfest in downtown Coeur d’Alene with two days of live music, German-inspired food and brews, and a festive tasting experience featuring more than 30 local craft beers, ciders, and Oktoberfest favorites. Friday runs from 4-8 p.m., followed by a full day of festivities on Saturday from noon-8 p.m. Saturday’s celebration includes stein-holding competitions, a best-dressed contest, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy t

September 13 | Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, Spokane Valley Pair classic cars with wine and stunning vineyard views at the Arbor Crest Wine Cellars Car Show. Enjoy the collection of vehicles while sipping a glass of wine on the Estate, with food available from noon to 4 p.m. Guests are welcome to bring their own picnic, and the event is open to guests 21 and older. Learn more Check out more local events here!

September 11-20 | Spokane County Fair & Expo Center, Spokane Valley The Spokane County Interstate Fair is celebrating 75 years with 10 days of classic fair fun! Enjoy carnival rides, live entertainment, agricultural exhibits, competitions, food favorites, and activities for the whole family. This year's celebration also honors America's 250th anniversary, making 2026 a special milestone year for one of the region's favorite traditions. Don't miss grand events like this weeken

September 4-7 Celebrate Labor Day weekend in the mountains at Schweitzer's 33rd annual Fall Fest, running this Friday through Monday. Enjoy live music, more than 80 beers, ciders and seltzers from around the Pacific Northwest, a wine tent, local vendors, food trucks and plenty of family-friendly activities. Since it's also the final weekend of summer operations, it's the perfect time to squeeze in a final chairlift ride, hike or mountain bike adventure before the season winds

September 6, 8pm Benson Boone brings his Wanted Man Tour 2026 to Spokane on Sunday, September 6. The singer-songwriter rose to fame through TikTok and his breakout hit "Beautiful Things," which became an international chart success and helped launch his debut album, Fireworks & Rollerblades. Now touring behind his sophomore album, American Heart, Boone is bringing his emotional vocals and genre-blending pop sound to the stage for an evening of live music at Numerica Veterans

August 28–30 Get ready for a full weekend of professional rodeo action at the Gem State Stampede PRCA Rodeo, August 28-30 at the North Idaho State Fair. The weekend kicks off Friday, August 28 at 6:30 p.m. with Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night, followed by Patriot Night on Saturday, August 29 at 6:30 p.m. The weekend wraps up Sunday, August 30 at 3 p.m. with a special Family Day matinee. From classic rodeo events to patriotic celebrations and family-friendly fun, it's a great

August 29–30 Get ready for a night of big laughs when Matt Rife & Friends take over ONE Spokane Stadium on Saturday, August 29, as part of The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival. Known for his quick wit, crowd work and massive social media following, Rife brings his energetic stand-up style to Spokane alongside a lineup of special guests. The festival continues through Sunday, August 30, making for a full weekend of outdoor comedy. Learn more Check out more local events here!