Sandpoint’s annual Pride celebration is back for its sixth consecutive year, with a packed schedule of free, public events running Thursday through Sunday, July 9-12, 2026, drawing together local advocacy groups, live music acts, and community members across North Idaho.
Four Days of Events Across Sandpoint
The festivities kick off Thursday evening with a Paddle to Pride Beach Party at Sandpoint City Beach, running from 5 to 7 p.m. As part of the opening event, SAFE board members Ammi Midstokke and Lindsey Zembower plan to swim the full length of Lake Pend Oreille from Buttonhook Bay to City Beach — a notable physical undertaking meant to mark the occasion.
Friday, July 10, features two separate events. A Teen Gayme Night open to all teens takes place at Eichardt’s Pub, located at 212 Cedar St., from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Later that evening, a Queer+ Open Mic runs from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Heartwood Center at 615 Oak St., with musicians Megan McCormick and Amanda Fields both scheduled to perform.
Saturday, July 11, is the centerpiece of the weekend. The Sandpoint Pride Celebration at the Granary opens at 3 p.m., with entry from Oak Street near Matchwood Brewing. Attendees are advised that valid identification is required to enter and that weapons are not permitted on the premises. More than 35 advocacy groups and local nonprofits are expected to participate throughout the day.
Saturday Lineup: Bands, Performances, and an Afterparty
The Saturday entertainment schedule is extensive. The Mighty PJAMRS Marching Band opens the live entertainment at 3:30 p.m., followed by remarks and toasts at 5:30 p.m. Grace Love takes the stage at 6 p.m., with a drag show hosted by Aquasha DeLusty and Jazmyn beginning at 7:15 p.m. The evening closes with a full set from the Shook Twins from 8:30 to 10 p.m.
For attendees 21 and older, an afterparty will be held at Pivo Peaks Alehouse at 119 N. First Ave., featuring a performance by Coral.
The weekend wraps up Sunday morning, July 12, with a community cleanup and Rainbow Regatta on the lake from 8:30 to 11 a.m. — a nod to both civic stewardship and the broader waterfront culture that defines life in Sandpoint. Events like these reflect the community spirit that Sandpoint residents have shown throughout the summer season, including recent celebrations like Clark Fork’s Independence Day festivities and other community gatherings drawing locals together across Bonner County.
What Comes Next
All Sandpoint Pride events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Organizers have not announced any changes from prior years regarding event structure, though the participation of more than 35 groups signals continued organizational growth since the event launched. Residents planning to attend the Saturday main event at the Granary should bring a valid ID and be aware of the no-weapons policy at the venue entrance on Oak Street.
For those interested in other community events happening around Bonner County this season, the Sandpoint Library’s Natural Connections event offers another opportunity to engage with local programming. The full Pride schedule runs July 9-12, with all outdoor and indoor venues across downtown Sandpoint serving as host sites throughout the long weekend.