Jeez....it's August already. Here's a list of some of the local events around Idaho for the month of August. Hey! I know there are even more events.
Can you add to this list?
Annual Soul Food Extravaganza, August 1 - At Boise, Idaho. A feast for the senses at Julia Davis Park featuring traditional ethnic foods like BBQ beef, pork and chicken; jambalaya, fried catfish, collard greens and sweet potato pie. Music (everything from Gospel to Jazz), African storytelling, and children's activities. Event proceeds go to local charities. The times are 12pm until 8pm. Information: (208) 429-1526
Pierce 1860 Days Celebration, August 1 - 2 - At Pierce, Idaho. The entire town of Pierce commemorates the founding of their town and the state of Idaho with a weekend full of activities. Events planned for this year include a BBQ & ice cream social in the park with live music by The Amateurs, dancing Friday and Saturday with Grahams Band, an ATV fun run, a co-ed softball tournament, an arts & crafts fair, a bake sale & flea market, History of Pierce display, a parade, fun for children including a clown, face painting and a tug-of-war. Other activities include Jail-to-Bail and the Spanish Club duck race. The Bradbury Logging Museum will be open. Information: (208) 964-1023
Idaho International Dance & Music Festival, August 1 - 8 - At Rexburg, Idaho. Hundreds of dancers from around the world share their culture and promote world peace. Free events include opening and closing ceremonies, street dance, parade, fireworks, and Youth Culture Day. Tickets required for indoor performances and youth culture day. Information: (208) 356-5700
Raspberry Festival, August 2 - At Cottonwood, Idaho. The Annual Raspberry Festival is a benefit for the Historical Museum at St. Gertrude in Cottonwood. This country festival features homemade Raspberry shortcake and BBQ beef sandwiches, live entertainment, cultural and craft demonstrations, arts & crafts booths, raffle, 10K fun run/walk and car show. Information: (208) 962-2050
Friendship Days, August 6 - at Deary, Idaho. Deary, founded in 1907, is celebrating its 101st year. This village, originally a company town for the Potlatch Lumber Company, is located north of Lewiston on State Route 3 at the junction with State Route 8. The Friendship Days celebration includes a parade at 10am, food, music, a car show and many other activities. Fun for everyone!
Shoshone Bannock Indian Festival, August 6 - 9 - At Fort Hall, Idaho. A celebration of Indian culture. Festivities include traditional Indian dances, parades, All-Indian rodeo, Feasts, Arts and Culture vendors, Art show, high stakes bingo, fun run, Indian crafts, traditional handgames and a soft ball tournament. Information: (208) 239-4753
Festival at Sandpoint, August 6 - 16 - At Sandpoint, Idaho. A series of classical, blues, country, pop, rock n'roll and jazz concerts under the stars on Lake Pend Oreille in Sandpoint. Food and beverages available for purchase, or bring your own. The Festival at Sandpoint is celebrating 27 years this year. The under-the-stars concerts promise to be special. Visit their website and hear audio clips of the scheduled performers. Website:
Festival at Sandpoint Information: (208) 265-4554
Yellow Pine Harmonica Festival & Contest, August 7 - 9 - At Yellow Pine, Idaho. This foot-stompin' local event is nationally-acclaimed harmonica contest and musical celebration takes place in a small gold mining town that looks and feels like Idaho did 100 years ago. A play-off salutes the importance of the harmonica in the musical history of the old West. Food is available and craft vendors display and sell their wares. Campsites available on first come basis. Information: (208) 633-3300
Wallace Heritage - Huckleberry Festival, August 14 - 15 - At Wallace, Idaho. Stroll the Historic Streets of Wallace, tour a silver mine or visit the Oasis Bordello Museum during a fun-filled weekend. Art, Craft, and Food booths will be available along with Historic Skills Demonstrations, and activities for kids of all ages. Watch the judging of the Annual Huckleberry Bake-Off and enjoy the fruits of their labor. Saturday begins the Rotary Huckleberry Pancake Breakfast followed by a 5K run. Music all weekend. Information: (208) 753-7151
Annual Bluegrass Festival, August 21 - 23 - At Driggs, Idaho. This local event provides three full days of incredible bluegrass music at Grand Targhee Resort, located on the west side of the Teton Mountains. Arts and crafts, food courts, flat pick guitar contest and children's activities are held throughout the weekend. Tent camping at Grand Targhee in our beautiful national forest is available during the Bluegrass Music Festival weekend. The Bluegrass Festival continues to attract the country's greatest bluegrass talent to our outdoor stage. Information: (307) 353-2300
Mountain Man Rendezvous, Dates August 22 - 23 - At Cataldo, Idaho. Gathering of folks who enjoy practicing early mountain man skills and lifestyles at Old Mission State Park. Some offer items for sale at this local event. Information: (208) 682-3814
Coeur d‘Alene Wooden Boat Festival, August 22 - 23 - At Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Annual Wooden Boat Festival promises a spotlight on wooden boats with over 80 exhibitors expected. Also view the on-land display of new boats by three area dealers and several watercraft booths. Two fun-filled days of activities, vendors and entertainment! Information: (208) 664-3194
St. Anthony Summerfest, August 27 - At St. Anthony, Idaho. Festival of local arts and crafts, farmers market, music and entertainment. Information: (208) 624-4870
Bannock County Bluegrass Festival, August 28 - 30 - At Pocatello, Idaho. Come and enjoy a weekend filled with toe tapping bluegrass and gospel music. Bring the family and enjoy a relaxing weekend filled with good music, beautiful scenery, good food and lots of parking lot picking. Music workshops, beginners jam and advanced musicians jam. Information: (360) 436-1179
Have fun in August in Idaho!
pimit2 (Bob)
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