Toyota Ski Free Friday
Bring your Toyota, Scion, or Lexus to Schweitzer on Friday, January 23,  and enjoy one free lift ticket for the day. One complimentary ticket is available per eligible vehicle driven to the resort. To receive your ticket, look for Toyota and Schweitzer representatives stationed at the Red Barn parking lot at the bottom of the mountain or at the roundabout on your way up to the mountain parking areas. Tickets are valid for January 23, 2026 only. After 1:30 p.m., tickets may be picked up at Guest Services with a valid photo ID and vehicle registration, which is required to verify Toyota ownership. For more information, contact the Schweitzer Activity Center at 208-255-3081 or check out Schweitzer.com.

Masquerade & Murder
This evening of Masquerade & Murder: A Night of Murder Mystery happens Friday, January 23 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Barrel 33, 100 N. 1st Ave. offering a two-hour, in-person evening of intrigue, wine, and interactive fun. Guests are invited to don their finest masks and dress to impress as they take part in a suspenseful whodunit where secrets unfold behind the masquerade and every attendee plays a role in the story. Enjoy great wine, delicious bites, and a theatrical atmosphere where costumes are strongly encouraged, with the possibility of prizes for the best-dressed or most mysterious guest. Book your spot here.

Swan Lake
The Grand Kyiv Ballet brings Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake to the stage with stunning costumes, intricate sets, and world-class dancers from the Ukrainian National Opera and Ballet Theater. This classic tale of Prince Siegfried and the enchanted Princess Odette unfolds with grace, emotional depth, and the timeless themes of love, sacrifice, and the battle between good and evil. Don't miss it at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24 with doors opening an hour prior to the show. Get tickets at Panida.org.
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Here's what's happening in January!

20 Karaoke with Big Rock Karaoke. Join in at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. from 9 p.m. until midnight.

21 Live Piano with Peter Lucht. Enjoy some jazz and contemporary piano at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-7 p.m.

21 Family Hour & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

21 TANGO Night. Join for a beginner Argentine Tango lesson at 6:00 p.m., followed by a practica at 7:00 p.m. at Barrel 33 Sandpoint, 100 N. 1st Ave. No partner is necessary, and please wear shoes you can pivot in. Admission is $15 per person, and participants receive 10% off food and beverages. The evening is taught by instructor Muffy Nye. For more information, call (406) 599‑5696.

21 SPECIAL: Live Trivia. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Wednesday. $5/person entry fee. On Wed, Jan. 21 enjoy a Trivia Tournament of Champions $100/team (max of 5 people).

22 Second Harvest Mobile Market. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Mobile Market will be outside The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 602 Schweitzer Cutoff Rd. No appointments needed. Receive food items like nonperishables and fresh produce. This will be a drive-thru style pickup.

22 Paint & Sip. Join for January Paint & Sip Night at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Tickets include instruction, supplies, and your first beverage. Book your spot here.

22 Cribbage Tournament. Join in at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for a cribbage tournament. $5 per person. Thursday nights.

22 Live Music with Liam McCoy and Friends. Join at 7 p.m. for some live music with Liam McCoy at Eichardt's, 212 Cedar St.

22 Live Music with Frytz. Join at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. for live music with Frytz from 8-11 p.m.

23 Toyota Ski Free Friday. Bring your Toyota, Scion, or Lexus to Schweitzer on January 23, 2026 and you get one free lift ticket for the day. Get more info at Schweitzer.com.

23 Winter Pint Night. Join at MickDuff's, 314 N. First Ave. with Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness for a cozy winter pint night from 5-8 p.m. Swap winter trail stories, connect with fellow Scotchman supporters, and raise funds to support the Winter Tracks program. Everyone is invited.

23 Live Music with Wiebe Jammin. They perform a fresh setlist of favorite pop tunes each time they perform at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. Don't miss them from 5-8 p.m.

23 Live Music with Tucker James. Join at 5 p.m. at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. for live music with Tucker James.

23 Live Music with Picked Up Pieces. Join from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for an evening of live music with Picked Up Pieces.

23 Masquerade & Murder: A Night of Mystery. An elegant evening where secrets hide behind masks, and not everyone makes it to the final act. This is an immersive night filled with intrigue, deception, wine, and twists you won't see coming. Costumes are strongly encouraged. Think glamorous masks, dramatic flair, vintage elegance, or dark intrigue. Book here. 6-8 p.m. Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave.

23 Live Music with Ron Green. He's a toured coast to coast, but is a Spokane Valley-based singer/songwriter and he'll be at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer from 6-8 p.m. blending soulful alternative pop with blues, funk, and rock. Don't miss Ron Green.

23 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. Join at Baxters, 109 Cedar St. from 6-8 p.m. for some live jazz.

23 Live Music with Devon Wade. Get over to Roxy's, 215 Pine St. for some live music with Devon Wade from 8-11 p.m.

23 Live Music with Benny Baker & Sheldon Packwood. Join at the 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. for some live music with Benny Baker & Sheldon Packwood. 21+. No Cover. 8 p.m.

24 Winter Farmers Market. Join at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. for live music, festive vibes, and seasonal shopping with the Farmers' Market at Sandpoint from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Held in the Community Rooms.

24 Book Signing. Check out this meet and greet with local authors at The Bernklau, 316 Pine St. from 10 a.m. to three p.m. Attending authors: J.Q. Wenzel, Kendra Oliviera, Mark P. Ready, Michael Desind.

24 Drop in Swing Class. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. every Saturday where Walk the Line will run Country Swing Dance Classes in the event space. $15/person. Call for more information at 208-920-6258. 4-6 p.m.

24 Live Music with Zach Simms. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes singer/songwriter Zach Simms back to the winery for charming vocals and an acoustic set of easy rock and indie songs from 5-8 p.m.

24 Live Music with Marcus Stevens. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. for some live music with Marcus Stevens.

24 Live Music with Double Shot Band. Join at 6 p.m. at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. for live music with Double Shot Band.

24 Live Music with Homebrew String Band. Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer welcomes Homebrew String Band to the stage from 6-8 p.m. for a little of this, a little of that, and a whole lot of fun. It's an eclectic mix of songs in a bluegrass style.

24 Live Music with Way Down North. Eichardt's, 212 Cedar St., invites you for some live music starting at 7 p.m. with Way Down North.

24 Swan Lake. The Grand Kyiv Ballet brings Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake to the stage with stunning costumes, intricate sets, and world-class dancers from the Ukrainian National Opera and Ballet Theater. This classic tale of Prince Siegfried and the enchanted Princess Odette unfolds with grace, emotional depth, and the timeless themes of love, sacrifice, and the battle between good and evil. Don't miss it at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. at 7 p.m. with doors opening an hour prior to the show. Get tickets at Panida.org.

24 Live Music with Oak Street Connection. Don't miss live music at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. with Oak Street Connection from 8-11 p.m.

24 Live Music with Jason Perry Band. Join at the 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. for some live music with Jason Perry Band. Expect anything from New Orleans soul to some guitar driven blues. Starting at 9 p.m. 21+. No Cover.

25 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.

26 Open Jam Night. Every Monday night is an 'open jam' where musicians are encouraged to come and join in the fun of music creation. Every odd Monday of the month is an Irish Style Jam led by Seamus Divine. Every even Monday of the month is a Bluegrass Jam led by Jim Rosauer. 5 p.m. at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St.

26 Monday Night Blues Jam. Join at Eichardt's, 212 Cedar St. at 7 p.m. for a weekly blues jam.

27 Live Piano with Jack Purdie. Relax and enjoy some ambient jazz and improvisational piano from 5-7 p.m. at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. with Jack Purdie.

27 Karaoke with Big Rock Karaoke. Join in at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. from 9 p.m. until midnight.

28 Family Hour & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

28 TANGO Night. Join for a beginner Argentine Tango lesson at 6:00 p.m., followed by a practica at 7:00 p.m. at Barrel 33 Sandpoint, 100 N. 1st Ave. No partner is necessary, and please wear shoes you can pivot in. Admission is $15 per person, and participants receive 10% off food and beverages. The evening is taught by instructor Muffy Nye. For more information, call (406) 599‑5696.

28 Live Music with John Firshi. Don't miss an evening of live music with John Firshi. Music starts at 7 p.m. at Eichardt's, 212 Cedar St.

28 Live Trivia. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Wednesday. $5/person entry fee.

29 Cribbage Tournament. Join in at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for a cribbage tournament. $5 per person. Thursday nights.

29 Live Music with Liam McCoy and Friends. It's a night of music at Eichardt's, 212 Cedar St., starting at 7 p.m. with live music from Liam McCoy and Friends.

30 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. They've been playing eclectic jazz together for decades, yet each performance feels new. Don't miss this one at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m.

30 Live Music with Wiebe Jammin'. Join at 5 p.m. at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. for live music with Wiebe Jammin'.

30 Live Music with Waterhouse. Join at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak Street from 5-7:30 p.m. for some live music with Waterhouse. Chris Paradis plays a mix of blues, bluegrass, folk, and original music on acoustic and electric guitar, banjo, mandolin, and bass.

30 Live Music with Truck Mills. Get over to Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for some live music with Truck Mills from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

30 Live Music with Carli Osika. Join from 6-8 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer for some pop-country music with Carli Osika.

30 Music with DJ Cruize. Join from 9 to midnight for a live DJ set with DJ Cruize at Roxy's, 215 Pine St.

30-Feb. 7 Cheaper By The Dozen: Live Theater. Cheaper by the Dozen comes to The Panida, 100 N. First Ave, with performances on January 30, 31, February 1, 6, and 7. Showtimes vary depending on date. This fast-paced, funny, and heartfelt play follows Frank Gilbreth as he runs his household of twelve children with the same logic he applies at work, balancing discipline, love, and humor along the way. Tickets are $20-$25, and more information is available at honeypearlproductions.ludus.com.

31 Free Lacrosse Clinic. Join the fun at a free community "Learn to Play" Lacrosse Clinic hosted by Sandpoint Cutthroat Lacrosse on Saturday, January 31 at Sandpoint Middle School. Perfect for first-timers, the curious, and returning players alike! Youth should arrive 30 minutes early to get geared up and must wear court shoes. Clinic times are Girls (1st-8th grade) from 8:45-10:15 a.m., Boys (1st-4th grade) from 10:15-11:30 a.m., and Boys (5th-8th grade) from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Returning players are encouraged to bring a buddy (or two!) because lacrosse is always more fun with friends, Come learn, play, and share the excitement on the field!

31 Drop in Swing Class. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. every Saturday where Walk the Line will run Country Swing Dance Classes in the event space. $15/person. Call for more information at 208-920-6258. 4-6 p.m.

31 Live Music with Rhyse Gerwin. Rhyse is a music instructor and multi-instrumentalist. His performance is refined, yet engaging. Check him out at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m.

31 Live Music with John Daffron. Don't miss an evening of live music with John Daffron at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

31 Live Music with Sydney Dawn. Join at 6 p.m. at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. for live music with Sydney Dawn.

31 Live Music with Chase Champagne. In his live set, Chase will do some solo blues/bluegrass/outlaw country at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer from 6-8 p.m.

31 Live Music with Corn Mash. Join at 7 p.m. for some live music at Eichardt's, 212 Cedar St. where Corn Mash will take the stage.

31 Music with DJ Sterling. Join from 9 p.m. to midnight for a live DJ spinning tunes at Roxy's, 215 Pine St.

31 Live Music with Whalien. Join at the 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. for some live music with Waylien. It could be country, ska, disco, jazz fusion, hard rock, or something else entirely. Check them out for yourself at 9 p.m. 21+. No Cover.

*Reminder - Submissions open: Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest. The inaugural Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest is debuting October 23-24, 2026, at the Panida Theater. Filmmakers from around the world are invited to submit their work through FilmFreeway in categories such as Documentary and Narrative Features and Shorts, Untamed Features and Shorts, Made in Idaho, Green Horizons / Voices for Change, Love Out Loud, Animation, Experimental, Past Forward, The Next Wave, and Youth Works. The festival offers discounted submission fees for students and FilmFreeway Gold members to encourage emerging and underrepresented voices. Learn more or submit your film at SandpointIdahoFilmFest.org.

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

*Reminder - Submissions open: Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest. The inaugural Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest is debuting October 23-24, 2026, at the Panida Theater. Filmmakers from around the world are invited to submit their work through FilmFreeway in categories such as Documentary and Narrative Features and Shorts, Untamed Features and Shorts, Made in Idaho, Green Horizons / Voices for Change, Love Out Loud, Animation, Experimental, Past Forward, The Next Wave, and Youth Works. The festival offers discounted submission fees for students and FilmFreeway Gold members to encourage emerging and underrepresented voices. Learn more or submit your film at SandpointIdahoFilmFest.org.

1 Live Music with Sean Bostrom. Join at CREATE, 900 W. Fourth St. in Newport for a live concert with Sean Bostrom from 2-4 p.m. He performs classical music mixed with jazz. Tickets are $15 in advance, and $20 at the door. Get more info, or tickets here.

3 Sweet Lou's SHS Dance Team Takeover. Join from 5-9 p.m. at Sweet Lou's, 477272 US-95 in Ponderay where 20% of all dinner sales will support the Ponderettes' costumes, travel, competition fees, and training. Team members will be serving guests during this event.

4 Family Hour & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

6 Live Music with Wolfchild. Join in at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. for some live folk music with Portland based Wolfchild from 5-7:30 p.m.

6 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. Join at Baxter's, 109 Cedar St. for live jazz from 6-8 p.m.

7 Annual Snowshoe Roundup. The 13th Annual Snowshoe Roundup at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch, 1413 Upper Gold Creek Rd. offers 5K and 10K snowshoe races for all ages, plus a short, untimed Buckaroo race for kids 6 and under. With recreational and competitive options and no experience required, this family-friendly winter event welcomes everyone. Registration is $25 and available online.

7 Open Mic Night. Join at Evans Brothers, 524 Church St. from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for an evening of fun. There is an open MIC where all are welcome to share their originals or perform favorites by other artists or writers. Sign up for a 5-minute time slot the night of, or just enjoy others as they perform. Brought to you by the Library and Evans Brothers.

8 Sandpoint Lion's Superbowl Party. Join for the first Super Bowl Party hosted by the Sandpoint Lion's Club. Please bring a delicious finger food and wear your coziest pajama's. 3 p.m. at 609 S. Ella.

11 Family Hour & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

12 $5 Movie: The Royal Tenenbaums. Catch The Royal Tenenbaums on the big screen at 7 p.m. at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave., as the theater continues its Wes Anderson series with this 2001 classic about a dysfunctional family of former child prodigies grappling with betrayal, melancholy, and reconciliation. For this showing, Sandpoint High School partners with the Panida for a special Student Art Show, and the series is sponsored by La Chic Boutique and Pend d'Oreille Winery. Presented by the Panida Theater. Get tickets here.

13 Sandpoint Lion's Poker Night. Join at 609 S. Ella Ave. to hang out with the Sandpoint Lion's and enjoy some food and drink while you try your luck at poker. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and the game starts at 5:30 p.m. All money raised goes to support Lion's programs.

13 Live Music with Angel Urrea. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. for live music with Angel Urrea - a guitarist and live looping artist based in Moscow, ID.

13 Winter Carnival: Parade of Lights. The annual Sandpoint Winter Carnival kicks off with this small parade starting off at 5:30 p.m., proceeding from the city parking lot at Church Street, to Second Avenue, to Main/Oak, to Fourth Avenue, and then returning via Church Street. sandpointwintercarnival.com.

13 Winter Carnival: Block Party. Just following the Parade of Lights, head over to Jeff Jones Square at Main Street and Third Ave. for a block party complete with bonfires, music, and festive activities. sandpointwintercarnival.com.

13 Valentine's Weekend Dinner, Sleigh Ride & Concert. Spend Valentine's weekend at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch, 1413 Upper Gold Creek Road with a sleigh ride through the woods, dinner in the log lodge, and live music by Steve Starkey. Reservations are required and space is limited. $140 per person, $85 for children ages 6-12, free for ages five and under. Register or get more information by calling 208-263-9066.

13 Live Music with Paper Flowers w/ The Waiting. Paper Flowers & The Waiting are bringing you a night of hits from two classic rock icons: Fleetwood Mac & Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Don't miss them at The Hive, 207 N. First Ave. 7 p.m. 21+. Get more info or tickets at livefromthehive.com/events.

13-22 Sandpoint Winter Carnival. Our town's "antidote to cabin fever" includes piles of live music, festivals and events for kids and adults all around the downtown; major happenings up on Schweitzer including the "Let it Glow" fireworks show; sleigh and wagon rides at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch, and more. See the complete schedule, at SandpointWinterCarnival.com.

14 Winter Farmers Market. Join at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. for live music, festive vibes, and seasonal shopping with the Farmers' Market at Sandpoint from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Held in the Community Rooms.

14 Drop-in Swing Class. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. and get properly warmed up for Winter Carnival fun with a "Walk the Line" country swing dance class from 4-6 p.m.

14 Valentine's Day Sleigh Ride, Dinner & Concert. Celebrate Valentine's Day at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch, 1413 Upper Gold Creek, with a romantic sleigh ride, dinner in the log lodge, and live entertainment with Bridges Home. Reservations are required and space is limited. $140 per person, $85 for children ages 6-12, free for children five and under. Register or get more information by calling 208-263-9066.

14 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. Join at Baxter's, 109 Cedar St. for dinner and live jazz with your Valentine. 5:30-8:30 p.m.

14 Valentine's Day Dinner Theater. Join at Eichardt's Pub Grill, 212 Cedar St. for this dinner theater murder mystery starting at 6 p.m. you'll enjoy a fully themed dinner crafted by Eichardt's kitchen; sinfully delicious chocolate pairings, and more. Get more info here.

14 'Love or Luck' Couples Trivia. Join in at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. at 7 p.m. Bring your sweetie and try your hand at couples Valentine's trivia.

14 Live Music with Paper Flowers. This is a Valentine's Day, fully seated show "Rumours Unplugged", a new experience from Paper Flowers. 7 p.m. 21+. Check it out at The Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Get more info or tickets at livefromthehive.com/events.

14-16 Presidents' Weekend Celebration. Enjoy this long weekend at Schweitzer where they will be celebrating over President's Weekend. Watch the schedule for updates so you don't miss the "Let it Glow!" kids parade and fireworks show. Schweitzer.com.

15 Winter Carnival: Teatime Winter Serenade. The Music Conservatory of Sandpoint hosts an evening of live music, warmth, and community. From classical masterpieces to contemporary favorites, conservatory faculty will bring versatility and bravado to this musical matinee, served up with fine teas, of course. It starts at 2 p.m. at the conservatory's Little Carnegie Music Hall, 110 Main Street downtown. sandpointwintercarnival.com.

15 Live Music with Float Like a Buffalo. Reprising their sold-out show from a year ago, Denver-based band Float Like a Buffalo is bringing their bold, horn-heavy sound back to the 219 Lounge at 219 N. First Ave. This powerhouse six-piece band delivers explosive live shows with a cross-genre playlist that blends gritty rock with deep-pocket funk, catchy rhythms and soulful grooves. Why are they here on Sunday? Because the next day is a holiday, so you don’t have to work! Get more info or tickets here.

16 Hearthside Open Bluegrass Jam. Join in at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for a front-porch-style bluegrass jam with local musicians. You can even bring your own instrument and join in. Starts at 5 p.m.

16 Trivia Night with Kaniksu Land Trust. Bring your head full of assorted (and important!) facts to the Idaho Pour Authority's Trivia Night. In partnership with Kaniksu Land Trust, questions will be about Sandpoint Winter Carnival and local conservation activities and history. IPA is donating $1 from each beer sold, and there will be raffles every hour ($5 per ticket or $10 for three) with monies raised going to KLT's conservation, connection and community resilience work. Arrive by 5:30 p.m. for a comfy seat; questions begin at 6 p.m. At the IPA taphouse, 302 Cedar St.

17 Little Live Radio Hour. The Little Live Radio Hour is a live production of 88.5 KRFY Community Radio featuring accomplished local musicians playing at the Panida Little Theater, 300 First Ave., and also broadcast live at 88.5 FM. It's free (and fun!) to attend in person, beginning at 7 p.m., or tune in on your trusty radio at 88.5 FM, or by live stream at KRFY.org. Produced in partnership with the Panida Theater and the Festival at Sandpoint.

18 Family Hour & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

18 Brain Freeze Trivia Throwdown. Bring a good mind for the cold, hard facts for this trivia throwdown. Entry fee is $5 and it all kicks off at 7 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St.

19 ToastyFest. Join the fun in the Granary District from 4-8 p.m. for this Winter Carnival event, a wellness-centered celebration of all things toasty. This collaboration between Matchwood, Toasty Mobile Saunas, and Evans Brothers features themed food and drink specials from Matchwood, specialty lattes and drip coffee from Evans Brothers, sauna sessions with Toasty Mobile Saunas, chair massage by Maia Gaddess, LMT, of North Idaho Integrative Massage and Bodyworks, DJ Lady Oda from 4-6 p.m., and more. 513 Oak St.

19 Paint & Sip. Join in at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for the February Paint & Sip. Tickets include instruction, supplies, and your first beverage. Get tickets here.

19 Pegs on Fire Cribbage Tournament. Join at Connie's Cafe, 323 Cedar St. if you think you have what it takes to peg your way to victory. Join in this fun cribbage tournament kicking off at 6 p.m. Entry fee is $5.

20 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. Enjoy some live jazz with your dinner at Baxter's, 109 Cedar St. from 6-8 p.m. as Bright Moments Jazz takes the stage.

20 POAC Performing Art Series: Abby Posner. Abby's mesmerizing live shows blend folk, roots, electronic, and pop. A genre-fluid Los Angeles based musician known for mastering nearly any instrument, her performances feature everything from fierce blues guitar solos to complex banjo riffs. Tickets $20 Adult, $10 Youth. Get tickets at artinsandpoint.org, at the POAC Gallery, 313 N. Second Ave., or by calling 208-263-6139. Show will be held at 7 p.m. at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.

21 Family Day on the Bridge. The Cedar Street Bridge Public Market is celebrating its second anniversary of new ownership and management with a fun-filled Family Day! There will be games, face painting, specials, a photo booth, hot cocoa bar and deals throughout the Bridge. Come by for the fun anytime from 11 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the heart of downtown at Cedar Street and First Avenue.

21 Clark Fork: Class of 2026 Grad Night Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction. Let the CFHS class of 2026 make you dinner and help fundraise for a safe and sober Grad Night celebration for Clark Fork seniors. There will also be a silent auction and dessert bake sale. Dinner is spaghetti, salad, bread, and a drink for just $10 (adults) and $8 (children). Event will be held at the Filling Station, 108 E. First Ave. in Clark Fork. Get more info here. 5-7 p.m.

21 Comedy Avalanche. Phillip Kopczynski presents Comedy Avalanche, a night of stand up comedy returning to the Panida Theater for one night only on Saturday, Feb. 21, at 8:00 p.m., with doors opening one hour before the show. This PG-13 event features headlining comedian Brittany Lyseng, an established Canadian performer newly cleared to work in the U.S., who began her comedy career after 12 years as a tradeswoman with the goal of lifting less and laughing more; she has been featured on Kevin Hart's LOL Network and is the winner of the 2024 Seattle International Comedy Competition. Seating is general admission, tickets are sold through the Panida Theater, and will also be available at the door.

21 Annual Heart Ball. The Bonner General Health Foundation's annual Heart Ball will be held at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Ave. Get tickets at: Bonnergeneral.org/foundation/heart-ball/. A swing bed is a service rural hospitals provide allowing a patient to transition from Acute Care to Skilled Nursing Facility Care without leaving the hospital. Proceeds will go toward supporting this program.

22 Winter Carnival: Eichardt's K9 Keg Pull. It's the final, and a favorite event of the Winter Carnival week! Dogs and their owners race down a snowy course on Cedar Street in front of Eichardt's Pub. Dogs pull kegs appropriate to their size - for a St. Bernard, that's a full-size keg, but for a chihuahua it's a beer can - as they race the clock for best time and prizes. The day is a fundraiser for the Better Together Animal Alliance pet shelter. Registration starts at 10:15 a.m. with races beginning at 11 a.m. It's a heart-warming event that draws a cheery crowd canines and their humans, so come enjoy the fun. sandpointwintercarnival.com. EichardtsPub.com.

25 Family Hour & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

28 Mega Alpine and Snowboard Demo Day. Schweitzer Resort hosts region's largest demo day event featuring new gear from more than 13 manufacturers. All proceeds benefit Panhandle Alliance Education as part of Public Education Week. Prize drawings, samples and more! Schweitzer.com.