ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS IN SANDPOINT

Live music, community theater, lake cruises, and local microbrews – Sandpoint and the surrounding area have plenty to offer if you’re looking for an entertaining night or day out. No matter what you’re looking for, there are ways to find your nature in our nature. See below for a list of upcoming events.

Entertainment Events

This week’s Hot Picks

Festive family fun! Load up the kiddos and head to the Hickey Farms U-Pick Pumpkins and Fall Festival, just a few miles east of Sandpoint at 674 Hickey Rd. (off Highway 200) for festive autumn fun in the country! Families will enjoy the U-pick pumpkin patch, plus local crafts, activities, and lots of vendors. There will be BBQ chicken and ribs by Bruno available for purchase from noon to 4 p.m. (or until they’re gone!). Live entertainment on the weekends from noon to 3 p.m.; this weekend’s music includes Harold’s IGA on Saturday, and a free magic show at 1 p.m. Sunday with Star the Magician. Open Saturdays and Sundays in October from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; open Wednesday and Friday from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Free admission and free parking! More info: Hickey Farms Facebook page or HickeyFarmsIdaho.com. ——————– COVID-19 Update: Get info, news and resources on the COVID-19 coronavirus response in Sandpoint and Bonner County on the COVID-19 Update Page.

Other Current Events

30 Yappy Hour. Come and celebrate Yappy Hour with the Better Together Animal Alliance – along with your canine companion – at the Ponderay PetSafe Dog Park, 870 Kootenai Cutoff Rd. in Ponderay. Enjoy local beer, local music, sunshine, and community! Held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month. Free and open to the public. BetterTogetherAnimalAlliance.org. 208-265-7297 Sept. 30 Scarywood Opens. Scarywood is back! Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, Sept. 30-Oct. 30! Get ready for a month of screams as the theme park you thought you knew just became the nightmare you’ll never forget. As seen on Travel Channel’s “Halloween’s Scariest Thrills,” Scarywood is full of haunted attractions and roaming monsters. Experience five haunted attractions, seven scare zones, and most of Silverwood’s signature rides in the dark. Try to survive the night because you’ll be lucky to make it out alive. Admission info: SilverwoodThemePark.com. Fall Lake Cruises. Lake Pend Oreille Cruises hosts lake outings during the week and weekends in September and October, taking advantage of this beautiful time of year with several unique autumn-only outings. Cruise up the spectacular Clark Fork Delta with views of towering cliffs, resident wildlife, and great photo opportunities. Or check out the Island and Eagle Watching Tour, featuring a scenic tour around the four islands of Hope. See a bald eagle sanctuary and cruise in comfort in the salon-heated boat (the Shawnodese, above). Check LakePendOreilleCruises.com for the cruise schedule.

Here’s what is happening next month

1-2 Scarywood. It’s back! Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, Sept. 30-Oct. 30, get ready for a month of screams as the theme park you thought you knew just became the nightmare you’ll never forget. As seen on Travel Channel’s “Halloween’s Scariest Thrills,” Scarywood is full of haunted attractions and roaming monsters. Experience five haunted attractions, seven scare zones, and most of Silverwood’s signature rides in the dark. Try to survive the night because you’ll be lucky to make it out alive. SilverwoodThemePark.com. 1 Winery Music. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music with Brian Jacobs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Jacobs is back at the winery to entertain the crowd with his solo set featuring all the favorites with a mix of rock, pop, and Americana. Settle in with a glass of wine, order a pizza, and enjoy a perfect evening. POWine.com. 2 Sandpoint Farmers Market. Shop fresh produce, arts and crafts, food booths, and more from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Farmin Park. This week’s featured live music is Bright Moments Jazz. SandpointFarmersMarket.com. 2 Free First Saturday at the Museum. Enjoy free admission at the Bonner County History Museum, 611 S. Ella St., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This month’s event is sponsored by Denise Zembryki and Ron Mamajek. BonnerCountyHistory.org. 2-3 Hickey Farms U-Pick Pumpkins and Fall Festival. Come out to Hickey Farms, just east of Sandpoint at 674 Hickey Rd. (off Highway 200) for festive autumn fun in the country! Families will enjoy the U-pick pumpkin patch, plus local crafts, activities, and lots of vendors. There will be BBQ chicken and ribs by Bruno available for purchase from noon to 4 p.m. (or until they’re gone!). Live entertainment on the weekends from noon to 3 p.m.; this weekend’s music includes Harold’s IGA on Saturday, and a free magic show at 1 p.m. Sunday with Star the Magician. Open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; open Wednesday and Friday from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Free admission and free parking! More info: Hickey Farms Facebook page. 2-3 Panhandle Preparedness Expo. Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Rd., hosts two days of preparedness, demonstrations, presentations and vendors. The focus of the expo is to help the community in ideas of preparedness for any kind of man-made/natural disaster. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. $3 per day, or $5 for both days. PanhandlePrep.org. 2 Winery Music. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music with Ben Vogel from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Vogel lights up the winery with smart pop music that surges with rock and roll energy. Arrive early for a seat and a glass of Merlot! POWine.com. 3 Neighborhood Fair. Celebrate Sandpoint at the Winter Ridge Natural Foods’ first annual Neighborhood Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s the store’s chance to highlight and showcase the community of friends and vendors who make this little town tick. Everyone is invited to join this day full of activities (kid friendly!), samples, prizes, food, music and more! *Here’s what’s happening this week through Sunday, October 10* 6 Walk to School Day. Lake Pend Oreille School District Safe Routes to School invites local families to join students for Walk to School Day. These events raise awareness of the need to create safer routes for walking and biking, and emphasize the importance of issues such as increasing physical activity among children, pedestrian safety, traffic congestion, and concern for the environment. This event builds connections between families, schools, and the broader community. For more information on this event, contact [email protected]. To learn more about Walk to School Day, visit WalkBiketoSchool.org. 6 Sandpoint Farmers Market. Shop fresh produce, arts and crafts, and more from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday in Farmin Park. SandpointFarmersMarket.com. 6 Seniors Bingo. Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St., hosts Bingo every Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.). Cost is $2 per card; food and drink are available for purchase. SandpointAreaSeniors.org. 208-263-6860 *Repeats every Wednesday. 8 Winery Music and Artist Reception. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music with the Alma Russ Duo from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Alma Russ is a singer-songwriter who plays Appalachian folk music. The Alma Russ duo pieces together folk and country songs in a patchwork style. Plus, join the winery in welcoming Lori Salisbury as the October Artist of the Month. Meet Lori and take a moment to appreciate her varied artwork at the winery from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Salisbury works with various mediums to express her connection with nature. Free and open to the public. POWine.com. 9-10 Hickey Farms U-Pick Pumpkins and Fall Festival. Come out to Hickey Farms, just east of Sandpoint at 674 Hickey Rd. (off Highway 200) for festive autumn fun in the country! Families will enjoy the U-pick pumpkin patch, plus local crafts, activities, and lots of vendors. There will be BBQ chicken and ribs by Bruno available for purchase from noon to 4 p.m. (or until they’re gone!). Live music this weekend from noon to 3 p.m. includes Red Blend on Saturday, and Chris Lynch and Lauren Kershner on Sunday. Hickey Farms is open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; open Wednesday and Friday from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Free admission and free parking! More info: Hickey Farms Facebook page. 9 Winery Music. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music with Steve Rush and Friends from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Steve Rush, Chris Paradis, and Ali Maverik will be jammin’ at the winery as the trio combines guitar harmonies, banjo, mandolin, bass, ukulele, and more. An entertaining night not to miss! POWine.com. 9 IPA Live Music. Idaho Pour Authority hosts live music from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Jonathan Foster. A singer and songwriter from Redding, Calif., Foster has released five independent studio albums, including his latest Lantern Shade (2021), and has performed 10 U.S. tours spanning the country several times. His sound can be referenced as folk-country-Americana with a strong vocal presence woven with imaginative lyrics, rootsy acoustic guitar, harmonica, and engaging songs that make you feel at home. Join Foster as he explores and smiles his way through his musical journey. JonathanFosterMusic.com. Free and open to the public. 10 Ponderay Market. The Ponderay Outdoor Market is held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 401 Bonner Mall Way in Ponderay. The market is held on the second Sunday of every month, featuring live music, food vendors, and more! Free and open to the public. For more information, email [email protected]. *Here’s what’s happening this week through Sunday, October 17* 15 Winery Music. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music with Bridges Home from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bridges Home is comprised of Tami Belzer-Gunter and Dave Gunter – dual lead vocalists and multi-instrumentalists who perform Americana, Celtic, roots, and originals. POWine.com. 16-17 Hickey Farms U-Pick Pumpkins and Fall Festival. Come out to Hickey Farms, just east of Sandpoint at 674 Hickey Rd. (off Highway 200) for festive autumn fun in the country! Families will enjoy the U-pick pumpkin patch, plus local crafts, activities, and lots of vendors. There will be BBQ chicken and ribs by Bruno available for purchase from noon to 4 p.m. (or until they’re gone!). Live music from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday with The Other White Meat; and a free magic show on Sunday at 1 p.m. with Star the Magician. Hickey Farms is open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; open Wednesday and Friday from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Free admission and free parking! More info: Hickey Farms Facebook page. 16 Harvest Fest. Sandpoint Farmers Market closes out the season with entertainment, food booths, activities, displays at Farmin Park. SandpointFarmersMarket.com. 208-597-3355 16 Winery Music. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music with Ponderay Paradox from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Representing North Idaho style with acoustic versions of your favorites, Ponderay Paradox promises fun and talent! Arrive early for a seat and a handcrafted meal. POWine.com. 17 Tickets and Tacos: Dear Evan Hansen. NAMI Far North is sponsoring the movie Dear Evan Hanson at the Sandpoint Cinemas, and it’s free! There will be yummy tacos made by Jupiter Jane, plus some giveaways. Click to register. *Here’s what’s happening this week through Sunday, October 24* 19 Paint and Sip with Lori Salisbury. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts a fun evening of creativity at the October Paint and Sip from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  Class includes supplies, instruction by Lori Salisbury, and a glass of house red or house white wine. Cost is $35+ tax per person; sign up by calling 208-265-8545. POWine.com. 22 Winery Music. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music with Kosh from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. A favorite at the winery, Kosh is an acoustic vocalist and soloist with an enchanting style, and performs contemporary and classic music from across the generations. Come early for a seat and a glass of Merlot – you don’t want to miss this evening of music! POWine.com. 23-24 Hickey Farms U-Pick Pumpkins and Fall Festival. Come out to Hickey Farms, just east of Sandpoint at 674 Hickey Rd. (off Highway 200) for festive autumn fun in the country! Families will enjoy the U-pick pumpkin patch, plus local crafts, activities, and lots of vendors. There will be BBQ chicken and ribs by Bruno available for purchase from noon to 4 p.m. (or until they’re gone!). Live music this weekend from noon to 3 p.m. includes Brian Jacobs on Saturday, and Drew and Sammy on Sunday. Hickey Farms is open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; open Wednesday and Friday from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Free admission and free parking! More info: Hickey Farms Facebook page. 23 Winery Music. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music with Daniel Hall from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Hall is an extremely talented performer, and with his guitar by his side he can bust out any classic rock tune you can imagine! Join us for wine and fun on Saturday. POWine.com. *Here’s what’s happening this week through Sunday, October 31* 29 Winery Music. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music with Bright Moments from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The trio will be back at the winery playing a mix of jazz and easy listening. So come out and enjoy good friends, fun music, and great wines! POWine.com. 29 POAC Performing Art Series: Okaidja. Pend Oreille Arts Council is thrilled to announce its first full season of live performances since the Covid pandemic cut short the 2019-2020 season. Kicking off POAC’s 2021-2022 Performing Arts Series is Okaidja, an Afropop singer-songwriter and multi instrumentalist from Ghana, West Africa, held at 7:30 p.m. in the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Okaidja’s unique artistic vision has led him to combine his native rhythms with unforeseen pairings of musical flavors. His sound is a spicy fusion of Ghanaian music with diverse cross-cultural influences. Although most of Okaidja’s hypnotic arrangements are sung in his native language, the meaning shines through. His calling and life purpose is to bring us all together so that we can laugh and grieve and dance and forge forward together, in community. Click for tickets, more info. 30 Hickey Farms U-Pick Pumpkins and Fall Festival. Come out to Hickey Farms, just east of Sandpoint at 674 Hickey Rd. (off Highway 200) for festive autumn fun in the country! Families will enjoy the U-pick pumpkin patch, plus local crafts, activities, and lots of vendors. There will be BBQ chicken and ribs by Bruno available for purchase from noon to 4 p.m. (or until they’re gone!). Hickey Farms is open this from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and this is the last day of the festival. Also happening is the Crosstoberfest Bike Race with the Pend Oreille Pedalers. More info: Hickey Farms Facebook page. 30 Winery Music. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music with Mike Wagoner from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wagoner always packs the house, and has an unforgettable voice and style as he plays favorites in new ways. You’ll want to sit close or dance to classic rock tunes and familiar folk songs. POWine.com. Here is what’s coming up in November! 6 Extra Life Game Day Fundraiser. The Sandpoint High School Esports Club is hosting an Extra Life Game Day to raise funds for Sacred Heart Hospital as a part of the Children’s Miracle Network Extra Life program. Admission starts at a $5 donation, but every extra bit helps! Bring your favorite child-appropriate content game to share with others. All are welcome to come and have fun while raising money! Held from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at SHS, 410 S. Division. So dust off your N64, sleeve your MTG cards, and practice your D20 throws for a great event! For more information, contact Dalton Hawkins at [email protected] or visit the Extra Life website. 14 Ponderay Market. The Ponderay Outdoor Market is held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. inside the Ponderay Event Center at 401 Bonner Mall Way in Ponderay. The market is held on the second Sunday of every month, featuring live music, food vendors, and more! Free and open to the public. For more information, email [email protected]. Here is what’s coming up in December! 12 Ponderay Market. The Ponderay Outdoor Market is held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 401 Bonner Mall Way in Ponderay. The market is held on the second Sunday of every month, featuring live music, food vendors, and more! Free and open to the public. For more information, email [email protected].
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