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
Made possible by the Innovia Foundation The Longest Table Grant
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!

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.
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
Shop ’til you drop! Participating stores will be offering sales all weekend!

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
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
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
Made possible by the Innovia Foundation The Longest Table Grant
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!

CLICK HERE TO BECOME A SPONSOR OR TO BE A VENDOR
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
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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