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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 15 (Thurs), 4-7 pm, "Fall Fest by NIE" at Kootenai Co. Fairgrounds, 4056 N. Gov't Way, CdA. FREE community event! Phony rides, petting zoo, live music, food trucks, beer garden, vendor market, bounce house, photo booth & Highland cows.
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).

EVENTS CONTINUED

VARIOUS LOCATIONS | SEE POSTERS BELOW

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.
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.
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!