And here's what's on tap in August 2026!

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 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 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 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 Headwaters. The Blue Heron Cafe, 486260 US-95, invites you to their backyard performance with Headwaters from 6-9 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.

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 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 Aster After Hours. 5 p.m. at Aster Garden Center, 924 W. Superior St. Join for an evening gathering designed to bring the community together around good food, local art, music, conversation, and the simple joy of spending time outdoors. Wander through the gardens with a drink in hand, listen to music drifting through the nursery, share a meal from local food trucks, and discover a rotating collection of artists, makers, growers, and vendors from around our region.

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 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 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.

7-8 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 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.

8-9 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.

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. 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 Camden Morris. Get over to the Blue Heron Cafe, 486260 US-95 from 6-9 p.m. for some live music in the backyard.

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 biobeatbox@gmail.com.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

18-22 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 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 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 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 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.

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 Spool Effect. From 6-9 p.m. at The Blue Heron Cafe, 486260 US-95, for some live music in the backyard.

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.

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.

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 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 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.