Coeur d'Alene Insider | Free Events & Things to Do

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Whether you're a resident or a visitor, there's a lot to do in the Coeur d'Alene area - at no cost - all year long!

This page highlights a calendar of one-tIme events. To discover ongoing activities, see these categories:

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FREE community events - MAY/JUNE

May 30 (Sat), 11 am-1 pm, "Arbor Day Tree Seedling Giveaway" by City of Hayden. Enter lot north of 8930 N. Gov't Way, Hayden, from the south side. Limit 1 per car; 300 seedlings are available FREE.
June 13 (Sat), 9 am-5 pm & June 14 (Sun), 9 am-3 pm, "Shoot Like a Girl - SLG2" at Cabela's, 101 N. Cabela Way, Post Falls. Ladies shoot from mobile range - pistol, rifle & bow - instructed by female certified instructors & archery coaches. Must be over 16 years of age to participate.
June 20 & 21 (Sat & Sun), "Father's Day Weekend" at Silverwood Theme Park, 27843 N. Hwy 95, Athol; 208-683-3400. Dad's admission is FREE when another family member purchases a ticket. More info HERE.

FREE COMMUNITY EVENTS - JULY

July 4 (Sat), "4th of July Festival', downtown CdA. Parade on Sherman Ave., city park activities, fireworks at dusk. A FREE event for all! More info TBA.
July 4 (Sat), noon-10 pm, "4th of July Celebration & Fireworks" in downtown Harrison. Family fun with yard games, vendors, live music & fireworks show.
July 14 & 21 (Tues), "Toyota Tuesday" at Silverwood Theme Park, 27843 N. Hwy 95, Athol; 208-683-3400. Driver of any Toyota/Scion/Lexus gets in FREE when bringing an admission coupon from any Inland Empire Toyota Dealer. (Must be validated by parking lot attendant upon arrival at theme park. More info HERE.
July 17-18 (Fri & Sat), "Car d'Lane" in its 30th year, downtown CdA. Vehicle pre-registration by June 29 (no same day this year). More info HERE.
July 18 (Sat), 3-11 pm, "Bob's 21 Club Annual Street Dance" at 212 E. Seltice Way, Post Falls. Celebrating PFHS Class of 1980 (40th reunion) & PFHS alumni! Kelly Hughes Band plays at 7 pm. Take own chair; cover charge FREE! No outside coolers, drinks or food. Everyone welcome.
July 24 (Fri), 2-9 pm & July 25 (Sat), 10 am-9 pm, "Hayden Days", McIntire Family Park, 8930 N. Gov't Way, Hayden. Live music, pancake feed, parade, car show, talent show, vendors. See schedule HERE.
July 25 (Sat), 830 pm, "Movie Night in the Park", Majestic Park, 5750 W. Majestic Ave., Rathdrum. Family event w/FREE admission & popcorn. Take chairs & blankets.

FREE wellness events

June 11 (Wed), 5:30-6:30 pm, "Safe Sleep 101". Learn safe sleep techniques for babies during this FREE online session, intended for anyone who cares for a baby. Each family receives a "Halo Sleep Sack" FREE of charge. More info/registration HERE.
June 17 (Wed), 10 am-7 pm, "Dental Day" provided by Panhandle Health District, 8500 N. Atlas Rd., Hayden. Provided monthly on the 3rd Wednesday. FREE or low cost dental care for children ages 3-17 & pregnant women. Dental hygienist provides oral health check, teeth cleaning, fluoride varnish & referrals. "Happy Appointments" provided for ages 1-2. Reserve app'ts by calling 208-415-5270.

FREE community events - aug/sept

Aug 8 (Sat), 5 am-2 pm, "CdA Triathlon & Duathlon" starting at Independence Point, downtown CdA. FREE for spectators. More info for participants HERE.
Aug 15 (Sat), noon-9 pm, "Taste of Rathdrum" at Majestic Park, 5400 W. Majestic Avenue. Features BBQ cookoff, hot dog eating contest, petting zoo, corn hole tournament, bounce house, beer garden & more. Kelly Hughes Band plays 6-9 pm.
Aug 22 (Sat), "Riverstone Pond Concert" by Coeur d'Alene Symphony in Riverstone.
Sept 7 (Mon), "Labor Day Concert" by Coeur d'Alene Symphony in CdA City Park.
Sept 12 (Sat), 8 am-4 pm, "Haul Ass to Harrison Annual Show n' Shine" is a classic car show w/prizes & music in Harrison City Park.

FREE library events

Due to COVID-19, ALL EVENTS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED until further notice.
Coeur d'Alene Library plans a partial reopening June 1. Social distancing & wearing of masks required. Computer use limited. Meeting rooms remain closed. Programs online only. More info HERE.
Osburn Public Library opens June 1. Restrictions: 5 patron capacity, 20-minute time limit, no library or WiFi use.