Daily editionFriday, July 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of July.
Community
Coeur d'Alene will host one of North Idaho’s largest Fourth of July celebrations this Saturday as Lake Coeur d’Alene serves as the backdrop for a fireworks display starting between 9:30 and 10 p.m. The 20-minute show features over 2,000 aerial effects and a 24-inch shell launched from a dedicated barge.
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Bayview has named longtime fireworks artist Kevin Elmore as grand marshal for the Fourth of July celebration, which starts at 11 a.m. Saturday and culminates with a 10 p.m. fireworks show featuring 250 salute fireworks to honor the nation and his nearly 60 years of service to the community.
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Business
Wallace Brewing Co. announced that its signature Redlight Irish Red Ale (5% ABV) took home a gold medal from the 31st Annual Mountain Brewers Beer Fest last month in Idaho Falls; the award adds to the brewery’s long list of honors and highlights its 19-year-old recipe that remains unchanged.
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Culture
Riverstone Park will host free concerts every Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. with local and regional artists performing on dates from July 9 to Aug. 20 at the amphitheater at 1805 W. Tilford Lane — the venue offers food vendors, picnic tables, wheelchair access and a dog park.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
Wild West Family Fest
Tuesday, July 7th, 2026 · 1-7 p.m. — Kootenai County Fairgrounds — Free activities — Experience a day of horse activities, BBQ, and live western music for the whole family.
CDA Brew Fest 2026
Saturday, July 11th, 2026 · 2-7 p.m. — McEuen Park — Craft brew celebration — Sample the finest local craft brews from North Idaho with an exclusive partnership with Idaho Brewers United.
Auction and Gala: Midsummer Night’s Dream
Thursday, July 16th, 2026 · Come enjoy a beautiful summer evening supporting Lake City Playhouse! Witness mural unveiling, enjoy delicious dinner, and appreciate some musical performances from local theater standouts while supporting the playhouse and their vision to provide an educational center for the performing arts!
Nate Fate & The Buckley Storms Concert
Saturday, July 18th, 2026 · 6-10 p.m. — Black Lodge — $10 — Experience an evening of energetic alternative rock and indie folk from local bands in downtown CDA.
Fine Western & American Art Auction
Saturday, July 25th, 2026 · 3 p.m. — The Coeur d'Alene Art Auction — Bidding required — Experience a prestigious auction featuring exceptional Western and American art pieces.
Thrive with 365 Regional Conference
Monday, July 27th, 2026 · 8 a.m. — The Coeur d'Alene Resort — Registration costs not specified — Level up your skills and network with industry peers in stunning North Idaho.
Annual Downtown Coeur d'Alene Street Fair
Friday, July 31st, 2026 · All day — Downtown Coeur d'Alene — Free entry — Experience 250 exhibitors and a vibrant community atmosphere at this three-day street fair.