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CdA Events Calendar - Farmers' Markets & Craft Fairs

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Calendar of Events

Here are the schedules for area farmers' markets, craft fairs, holiday bazaars & related events.
For vendor info, please contact market managers directly. See links below.

AREA EVENTS

VARIOUS LOCATIONS | SEE POSTERS BELOW

Oct 16 (Fri), 9 am-8 pm, Oct 17 (Sat), 9 am-4 pm, & Oct 18 (Sun), 8 am-1 pm, "JBF North Idaho Fall Sale" at Kootenai Co. Fairgrounds, 4056 N. Gov't Way, CdA. "Just Between Friends" offers gently-used infant to 'tween clothing, coats, boots, layette & maternity items, shoes, games, books, swings, bouncers, strollers, bikes, bedroom decor & lots of toys. Admission is $3 cash on Fri & Sat w/admission FREE for kids. Sunday entry is FREE for all ages! Shop or sell. More info HERE.
Oct 17 (Sat), 9 am-1:30 pm, "Fall Farmers' Market" at Kootenai County Farmers' Market, SE corner of Hwy 95 & Prairie Ave., CdA. Family celebration w/pumpkin- painting, scarecrow-building, local farmer & artisan vendors, & live music. Easy parking & FREE admission. Market continues thru Oct.
Oct 17 (Sat), 10 am-3 pm, "Harvest Festival" at 5th Street Market in downtown CdA at 5th St. & Sherman Avenue. Final market of the season - live music, many vendors & Applepalooza happening downtown too. See flyer below.
Oct 17 (Sat), 10 am-4 pm, "Harvest Festival" at Museum of North Idaho, 720 E. Young Ave., CdA. Full day of family activities to usher in autumn - hayrides, pumpkin-painting, live music, food vendors, handcrafted artisan booths, & interactive history programs. FREE entry for all! See flyer below.
Oct 17 (Sat), 10 am-4 pm, & Oct 18 (Sun), 11 am-4 pm, "Family Fall Festival" at Rathdrum Lions Club, 16114 N. Meyer Rd., Rathdrum. Presented by Rathdrum Craft & Farmers Market, there will be a pumpkin patch, professional photo booth, huge kids' activity area, live music, Rathdrum Zoo, beer/wine & multiple vendors. See flyer below.
Oct 23 (Fri), 10 am-4 pm, & Oct 24 (Sat), 10 am-3 pm, "3C's Holiday Craft Faire" at Kootenai Co. Fairgrounds, Jacklin Bldg., 4065 N. Gov't Way, CdA. You'll find something for everyone & proceeds benefit Kootenai County Charities. Note there is a $2 entrance fee. See flyer below.
Oct 24 (Sat), 9 am-5 pm, & Oct 25 (Sun), 9 am-4 pm, "Fall Gem & Mineral Show" at Kootenai Co. Fairgrounds, Bldgs 1, 2 & 3, 4056 N. Gov't Way, CdA. Over 40 dealers w/rocks, crystals, minerals, gems & jewelry. Kids' activities, stone cutting & drilling demonstrations, silent auctions, & door prizes. Sponsored by North Idaho Mineral Club & Spokane Rock Rollers. FREE admission for ages 12 & under; $6 for others. See flyer below.
Oct 24 (Sat), 9 am-3 pm, & Oct 25 (Sun), 10 am-2 pm, "Mullan Craft Show & Raffle" at the Morning Club, 117 Hunter Street. Go with gift list in hand for holiday shopping. Over 20 unique vendors, face painting & raffle.
Oct 24 (Sat), 10 am-3 pm, "Seasonal Finds & Treasures" at Harrison Grange, Hwy 97 (next to Post Office). More info - 208-691-2787 (Shelly).
Oct 31 (Sat), 10 am-3 pm, "Harvest Festival" by Kootenai County Farmers' Market in Riverstone at Beebe Blvd. & Main St., CdA. Over 100 vendors, live music by The Red Books, food trucks w/FREE entry & parking. Costumes encouraged. See flyer below.
Nov 7 (Sat), 9 am-3 pm, "Holiday Craft Fair" at (2) Post Falls locations: Trailhead Event Center, 12361 W. Parkway Drive; & Black Bay Depot, 1211 E. 3rd Avenue. Hosted by Post Falls Parks & Recreation, visit homemade craft vendors for holiday items.
Nov 7 (Sat), 10- am-5 pm, "CardCon" at Kootenai Co. Fairgrounds, Bldg 1, 4056 N. Gov't Way, CdA. Sports cards, Pokemon, Trading Pit, face-painting, giveaways & more. FREE admission & parking! See flyer below.

EVENTS CONTINUED

VARIOUS LOCATIONS | SEE POSTERS BELOW

Nov 7 & 8 (Sat & Sun), "Annual Holiday Open House" at Midtown Home & Vintage Market, 1003 N. 4th St., CdA. Live music, holiday inspiration, food/drink vendors, fresh decor & gifts. More TBA.
Nov 13 (Fri), noon-4 pm, & Nov 14 (Sat), 9 am-4 pm, "Winter Bazaar" at Blanchard Community Center, 685 Rusho Lane. Handcrafted items, home decor, jewelry, candles, photos & more. FREE admission! Photos w/Santa Nov 14 from noon-2 pm. See flyer below.
Nov 14 (Sat), 9 am-3 pm, "Snowflake Faire Christmas Bazaar" at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 501 E. Wallace Ave., CdA. One-of-a-kind crafts/gifts, raffle baskets, & goodies for sale including chili, cornbread & homemade pie for lunch. Also a "treasure trove" of lightly-used household items, artwork & more. FREE admission! See flyer below.
Nov 14 (Sat), 10 am-4 pm, "Community Market" at Silver Lake Mall, 200 W. Hanley Ave., CdA. Artisan, one-of-a-kind items for home & health needs. See flyer below.
Nov 14 (Sat), 10 am-3 pm, "Holiday Craft Fair" at Brookdale Senior Living, 205 E. Anton Ave., CdA. More TBA.
Nov 14 (Sat), 10 am-4 pm, "Holiday Market" at Spirit Lake Community Center, 32564 N. 4th Avenue. Crafts, letters to Santa, raffles/giveaways, warm drinks, baked goodies, music, local vendors & holiday spirit for all. Fun for all ages! Proceeds support community causes for those in need. See flyer below.
Nov 20 & 21 (Fri & Sat), 10 am-4 pm, "Annual Bazaar & Craft Fair" at Bestland Senior Living, 606 E. Best Ave., CdA. Unique handmade gifts, homemade canned & baked goods. Info - 208-665-1600.
Nov 21 (Sat), 9 am-4 pm, "Coeur d'Alene Ski Swap" at Kootenai Co. Fairgrounds, 4056 N. Gov't Way, CdA. Buy & sell new & used ski equipment, clothing & accessories. Meet other skiers, get tips on the best area skiing, & talk to vendors. Admission is FREE! More info & seller registration HERE. See flyer below.
Nov 21 (Sat), 10 am-2 pm, "Fall Arts & Craft Fair" at Lake City Center, 1916 Lakewood Dr., CdA. Shop local vendors & find perfect gifts. See flyer below.
Nov 28 (Sat), 10 am-4 pm, "Maker's Market" at Wallace Elks Lodge #331, 419 Cedar Street. Cozy setting for holiday shopping w/live music & unique vendors. Proceeds from vendor fees go to the Wallace Christmas Fund. Email johannah@silvervalleysourdough.com for more info.
Dec 4 (Fri), 9 am-6 pm, & Dec 5 (Sat), 9 am-3 pm, "Celebrate the Season!" at Community Presbyterian Church, 417 N. William St., Post Falls. Peruse unique gifts & handmade treasures from local vendors - home decor, jewelry, & cookies/candy by the pound. Visit w/Santa & Mrs. Claus too! Admission is FREE. More info - email office@pfcpc.org. See flyer below.
Dec 4 (Fri), 4-8 pm, "Post Falls Winterfest" at Post Falls City Hall Plaza, 408 N. Spokane Street. FREE admission for this popular annual event features holiday tree lighting/caroling, photo ops, outdoor fire pits, kids' activities, Santa in his workshop, & Mrs. Claus in her kitchen. Market vendors & Christmas tree lot.
Dec 5 (Sat), 10 am-4 pm, & Dec 6 (Sun), 10 am-2 pm, "Athol Christmas Market" at Athol Community Center, 30355 N. 3rd Street. Handmade products & festival crafts by local makers & small businesses. FREE entry!
Jan 16 (Sat), 10 am-3 pm, "Post Falls Bridal Tour & Special Event Fair" at (2) locations: Jacklin Arts & Cultural Center, 405 N. William St.; & Trailhead Event Center, 12361 W. Parkway Drive. Visit both venues to meet a variety of vendors. FREE admission!