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September & October Events in Coeur d'Alene

As summer transitions to autumn and school resumes, North Idaho comes alive with harvest festivals, craft fairs, and local traditions. Discover top September and October events across Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, and Post Falls.

What Are the Top Events in Coeur d'Alene During September & October?

September and October feature Oktoberfest celebrations, autumn farmers' markets, haunted harvest attractions, and family-friendly community walks.

Coeur d'Alene Oktoberfest

Coeur d'Alene Oktoberfest

Held in downtown Coeur d'Alene in mid-September, Oktoberfest features Pacific Northwest craft beers, regional ciders, authentic polka and live music, German cuisine, and festivities along Sherman Avenue.

Kootenai County Farmers' Market

Kootenai County Farmers' Market

The Saturday market in Hayden continues through late October, featuring fresh autumn produce, crisp local apples, handmade crafts, pumpkins, and warm apple cider in a welcoming community setting.

Scarywood Haunted Nights

Scarywood Haunted Nights

Starting in late September and running through October, Silverwood Theme Park transforms into Scarywood, offering haunted walk-throughs, scare zones, and night rides on roller coasters.

Downtown Scarecrow Stroll

Downtown Scarecrow Stroll

Throughout October, local businesses across downtown Coeur d'Alene build and display creative handmade scarecrows, creating a fun self-guided autumn walking tour along Sherman Avenue.

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Autumn Trail Runs & Bike Rides

Crisp September and October mornings provide ideal conditions for 5K/10K road runs, cycling events, and scenic rides along the North Idaho Centennial Trail and Hayden Lake.

Downtown CDA Trick-or-Treat

Downtown CDA Trick-or-Treat

On October 31st, downtown Coeur d'Alene hosts an annual community trick-or-treat walk along Sherman Avenue, where costumed families and children can safely collect treats from local shops.

What Autumn Activities Can You Enjoy in North Idaho?

September and October offer quiet trails, scenic fall boat cruises, and uncrowded golf courses.

Autumn in Coeur d'Alene brings crisp mountain air and vibrant fall foliage across North Idaho. Visitors can book a scenic cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene to view the changing hillside colors, hike the peaceful lakefront trails on Tubbs Hill without summer crowds, or play a round of golf at Prairie Falls Golf Club in Post Falls. It is a relaxing, picturesque time to explore the area.