Deep in the shadow of the Selkirk Mountains, the Priest Lake wilderness preserves a timeless, generationally treasured way of life. The upcoming event calendar for Priest Lake, Coolin, Nordman, and Priest River highlights the deep connection between these communities, their logging heritage, and their pristine natural surroundings.

 

The seasonal kickoff begins on the eastern shore with the Priest Lake Spring Festival. This classic, family-friendly weekend features a community parade, an expansive craft fair, local food booths, and a fun run that draws residents out to celebrate the clearing of the mountain passes. Down the valley, Priest River embraces its deep historical roots with timber-centric summer celebrations and riverfront gatherings that emphasize the area's open spaces and slow-paced lifestyle.

 

As summer hits its peak, the sky over the water lights up with the annual 4th of July Fireworks Over the Lake, a spectacular display visible from the shores of Coolin up to the private cabins of Nordman. The summer season draws to a spectacular close with the iconic Priest Lake Dry Rot Wooden Boat Show & Parade, a full-day celebration where beautifully restored vintage timber boats cruise from a classic brunch at Elkins Resort across the glass-like water to Hill's Resort for an evening showcase.

 

Featured Upcoming Events:

Priest Lake Spring Festival & Coolin Parade

• Where: Downtown Coolin (Eastern Shore of Priest Lake, Coolin, ID)

• When: Memorial Day Weekend: Saturday, May 23 & Sunday, May 24 (Festival market 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Parade Sunday at 11:00 AM)

 

Priest River Timber Days Celebration

• Where: High Street & Priest River City Park (Priest River, ID)

• When: Friday, July 24 & Saturday, July 25 (Logging competitions begin Saturday at 10:00 AM)

 

4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza

• Where: Visible from Luby Bay, Coolin Waterfront, and local resorts (Priest Lake, ID)

• When: Saturday, July 4 (Display begins at dusk, approximately 10:00 PM)

 

The 35th Annual Dry Rot Antique & Wooden Boat Show

• Where: Elkins Resort on Priest Lake (6515 W. Lakeshore Rd, Nordman) to Hill’s Resort (Eastern Shore)

• When: Labor Day Weekend: Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7 (Signature Boat Brunch & Parade at Elkins Resort: Sunday, September 6 at 10:30 AM)

 

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