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August & September Events in Coeur d'Alene

CDAstay provides a comprehensive directory of late summer festivals, community fairs, and fall markets in the Coeur d'Alene area. Find details on the top August and September regional events.

What Are the Top Events in Coeur d'Alene During August?

August in Coeur d'Alene features major art festivals, classic county fairs, and local farmers' markets. These are the main upcoming regional events for your August itinerary.

Art on the Green

Art on the Green

Art on the Green is a signature arts festival held annually on the North Idaho College campus in Coeur d'Alene. Visitors can explore over 100 artist booths, attend live musical performances, and purchase food from local vendors.

Downtown Street Fair

Downtown Street Fair

The Coeur d'Alene Downtown Street Fair occupies several blocks of Sherman Avenue during the first weekend of August. This community marketplace features handcrafts, local clothing boutiques, and outdoor snack stations.

North Idaho State Fair

North Idaho State Fair

The North Idaho State Fair runs for ten days in late August at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds in Coeur d'Alene. It hosts the Gem State Classic Pro Rodeo, carnival rides, 4-H livestock exhibits, and live concerts.

Kootenai County Farmers' Market

Kootenai County Farmers' Market

The Kootenai County Farmers' Market offers fresh regional produce, flowers, and local crafts in Hayden on Saturdays and downtown Coeur d'Alene on Wednesdays. This local market runs through September and features live acoustic music.

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CDA Wooden Boat Show

CDA Wooden Boat Show

The Coeur d'Alene Wooden Boat Show displays beautifully restored vintage wooden boats along the floating boardwalk in Coeur d'Alene. This free public exhibition takes place during late August and highlights Northwest maritime history.

What September Activities Can You Do in North Idaho?

September is an ideal month to experience peaceful hiking trails, scenic fall cruises, and local golf courses.

September events in Coeur d'Alene highlight the scenic natural beauty of North Idaho as summer transitions to autumn. Visitors can book a scenic cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene to view the changing leaves, hike the lakefront trails on Tubbs Hill, or play a round of golf at the Prairie Falls Golf Club in Post Falls. The Kootenai County Farmers' Market also continues through September with seasonal fall harvests.