September 26, 2026
Join us in downtown Bonners Ferry, Idaho, for a fun-filled day for the whole family.
Questions?
Contact us at info@bonnersferrychamber.org
Schedule
Saturday, September 26
8:00-1:00 PM - Bonners Ferry Farmers Market
Bonners Ferry Farmers Market
8 am – 1 pm at the Bonners Ferry Gateway Visitor’s Center
The Bonners Ferry Farmers Market is a long-standing community market in downtown Bonners Ferry, Idaho, featuring local produce, crafts, and food items from late April to early October on Saturdays from 8 AM to 1 PM. It is known for its local products, including fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and handmade crafts.
8:00 AM - Kootenai River Run - 5k and 10k sponsored by the Idaho Forest Group
Kootenai River Run – 5k and 10k
8 am – The race starts and finishes at the Boundary County Fairgrounds.
- For details and to register visit Kootenai River Run 5K and 10K – Race Information
- Main point of contact is Jeni Dougherty 208-610-0131
Crazy Days!
Crazy Days
Shop ’til you drop! Participating stores will be offering sales all weekend!
10:00 AM-5:00 PM - Chalk the Block
Chalk The Block
In its fourth year, Chalk the Block brings members of all ages and artistic abilities together to participate in a fun and colorful celebration of creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned artist, someone who enjoys doodling, or someone who insists they can’t draw a stick figure – everyone is welcome! Grab a bucket of chalk from Teascarlet Fine Art Gallery and let your imagination run wild!
- Contest runs Juy 14-18, 2026
- Enter the contest! Prizes awarded to different category winners
- Vote on your favorite in each category
- For more information please visit: https://www.teascarlet.com/chalk-the-block
4:00 PM - Face Painting, Bounce House and More (Click + to expand)
Downtown Scene
Things will be bustling in downtown Bonners Ferry.
4 pm – Vendors will be setting up
4 – 8 pm
- Face Painting
- Bounce House
- Live music with Kip McMillan Trio
5-9 pm Food and Beverage vendors will be offering items
5:00 PM-9:00 PM Food and Beverage Vendors
7:30-8:30 PM - Longest Table Community Ice Cream Social - FREE ALL ARE WELCOME
Community Ice Cream Social – FREE ALL ARE WELCOME
7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Step 1: Get your Sweet Treat Voucher from the Chamber of Commerce Table located on Main Street at the Georgia Mae Plaza. One voucher per person.
Step 2: Redeem at your favorite location:
- Hidden Haven Sweets & Treats
- Rusty Moose Tavern & Grill
- Mugsy’s
- Elmer’s Shaved Ice
- Froyo Mama
- Under The Sun
8:00-Midnight - Live Music with DJ Mark
Live Music – DJ Mark
8 pm to Midnight – DJ Mark will mix up the jams covering all the decades to keep us Dancing in the Streets!
Sponsoring Kootenai River Days – Bonners Ferry’s largest summer festival – offers excellent local visibility.
Thank You Sponsors!
Top Exposure – Logo prominently featured on all print, digital and social media promotions.
Exclusive perks – Speaking opportunity
High Visibility – Large logo placement on banner and event webpage.
Marketing – social media shout out and mentions in press releases
Brand Exposure – Logo or business name on secondary event signage
Business name mention in recap social media post and press release
Supporter Recognition – Business name listed in event program and on website
PLATINUM LEVEL SPONSORS
RED LEVEL SPONSORS
WHITE LEVEL SPONSORS
- Beck’s Furniture
- Best Western Kootenai River Inn & Casino
- Alliance Title & Escrow
- Under The Sun
- Events at Riverside Plaza
- Universal Storage
- Universal Well Drilling
BLUE LEVEL SPONSORS
- Wilson Auto Repair
- Linda Collier, Rocket Mortgage
- Flying S Title
- Boundary Tractor
- Community Title
- Stirling Endeavors
- ProX Home Center
- Alta Forest Products
- Mountain West Bank
- P1FCU
- Larson’s