Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wild West Family Fest

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

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

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

6-10 p.m. — Black Lodge — $10 — Experience an evening of energetic alternative rock and indie folk from local bands in downtown CDA.

Coeur d’Alene Art Auction: Fine Western & American Art

3:00 p.m. — The Coeur d'Alene Art Auction — Admission varied — Experience outstanding works by renowned Western and American artists in a prestigious auction setting.

Thrive with 365 Regional Conference

8 a.m. — The Coeur d'Alene Resort — Registration fee applicable — Level up your real estate skills and network with industry professionals in a stunning North Idaho location.

Annual Downtown Coeur d'Alene Street Fair

All day — Downtown Coeur d'Alene — Free entry — Experience 250 exhibitors and a vibrant community atmosphere at this three-day street fair.