Top 10 Events
June
The Classy Chassis Show & Shine Car Show – Salmon River Sawtooth Scenic Byway
Challis, Idaho
First Saturday in June
Museum & gallery openings, theater, rodeo, concerts and golf events are just some of the fun during this festival.
www.challischamber.com
Eastern Oregon Stock Show – Hells Canyon
Union, Oregon
Five Days: Always the first week in June, second weekend
www.easternoregonlivestockshow.com
Amish Auction – David Thompson Historic Route
Rexford, MT
Annually the 2nd Saturday in June
www.kilmercreek.com/auction
The Challis Mountain Lilac Festival – Salmon River Sawtooth Scenic Byway
Challis, Idaho
May and throughout the entire month of June
The Festival is a collection of events occurring in May and June that include a juried art show, museum & gallery openings, theater, rodeo, concerts and golf events.
http://www.challislilacfestival.com/
Hells Canyon Motorcycle Rally – Hells Canyon
Baker City, Oregon
Three Days: Always the 2nd weekend in June
www.hellscanyonrally.com
Waterton Wildflower Festival - Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park Loop
Waterton, AB
7 days: Mid-June
http://www.watertonwildflowers.com/
29th Annual Plains Indian Powwow – Circle the Continental Divide Driving Tour
Cody, WY
June 19 - 20, 2010
Indian dancing and drum competition. Food and crafts from Indians of the region.
Elkhorn Classic Bicycle Stage Race – Hells Canyon
Baker City, Oregon
Three Days: Usually the third weekend in June
www.elkhornclassic.com
The Gathering - Cowboy Poetry Festival – Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park Loop
Pincher Creek, AB
4 days: Third weekend of June
http://www.pincher-creek.com/event.cfm?eID=185
Tobacco Plains National Aboriginal Day Celebration – Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park Loop
Grasmere, BC
One day: June 21
http://www.crownofthecontinent.net/content/tobacco-plains-national-aboriginal-day-celebration/cot1600E8F6CEFC25182
Rafting for Refuse – Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park Loop
West Glacier, MT
1 day: Third Saturday in June
http://www.glacierguides.com/za/GG?PAGE=RAFTING_FOR_REFUSE
Sun Valley Rhythm & Ride: Bike and Music Festival – Salmon River Sawtooth Scenic Byway
Sun Valley, Idaho
June 24-27, 2010
Sun Valley is a premier biking destination, and has incredible single track trails. Tentative event elements include the Blaine County Recreation District’s 100 mile Sun Valley-Ketchum-Alturas Lake-Ketchum Sawtooth Century Tour, the Sheeptown Fat Tire Rally in Hailey, group rides with high profile mountain bike champions on area trails, short track and dual slalom competitions, the Idaho Pump Track State Championships, Dollar Mountain 10K Trail Run, the Sun Valley Ice Show and music concerts in the evenings in Hailey, Ketchum and Sun Valley.
http://www.visitsunvalley.com
Libby Logger Days – David Thompson Historic Route
Libby, MT
Annually on the last weekend of June
www.libbymt.com/events/loggerdays.htm
Augusta's “Wildest One-Day Show on Earth.” – Montana Scenic Loop
Augusta, MT
Two Days: Always held on the last weekend in June
Augusta is the home of the biggest and oldest one-day PRCA rodeo in Montana and selected as "The Tourism Event of the Year" in 2005 by the Montana Tourism Advisory Council. The June 27, 2010, rodeo will be the 74th Annual Augusta American Legion Rodeo.
http://www.augustamontana.com/
21st Annual Lewis & Clark Festival – Montana Scenic Loop
Great Falls, MT
June 25-27, 2010
Join us to celebrate the Corps of Discovery in Great Falls, Montana. Children's Discovery Camps, Encampments, Food, Concerts, Floats, and More!
www.lewisandclarkia.com
July
Annual Firefighter's Picnic and Fireworks Display – Beartooth All-American Road
Cooke City, MT
Fourth of July
Small town 4th of July celebration in the afternoon and fireworks display sponsored by the area fire department
www.cookecitychamber.org
Red Lodge Rodeo and Parade – Beartooth All-American Road
Red Lodge, MT
July 2,3,4 with Parade and Rodeo each of the three days
Rodeo dates back to the 1880's with local cowboys getting together on Sunday afternoons at the local railyards to ride exhibition broncos. The parade runs three days in a row with prizes awarded in a variety of categories.
116th Pioneer Days 4th of July Parade – Circle the Continental Divide Driving Tour
Lander, WY
Always the 4th of July
This is the World's Oldest Historical Pageant Parade followed by the World's Oldest Paid Rodeo.
Cody Stampede Rodeo & Xtreme Bulls Event – Circle the Continental Divide Driving Tour
Cody, WY
July 1 - 5, 2010
Cody's major event of the year with PRCA rodeos, parades, fireworks, entertainment, vendor fair and food.
www.yellowstonecountry.org
Old Fashion 4th of July – David Thompson Historic Route
Troy, MT
Annually on July 4th
www.troymtchamber.org
David Thompson Days - David Thompson Historic Route
Thompson Falls, MT
Annually on July 3rd
Features a 4th of July Main Street parade, a living history camp at the Rose Garden that showcases the life and times of trapper and explorer David Thompson, vendors and community.
www.ThompsonFallsChamber.com
Dominion Day Celebration at Fort Steele Heritage Town – Hot Springs Circle Tour
Fort Steele, BC (10 min.north of Cranbrook on Hwy 93/95)
Every July 1st
Old-fashioned celebrations in honour of Canada's birthday at Fort Steele Heritage Town.
Nakusp Music Fest – Hot Springs Circle Tour
Nakusp, BC
Every July
An annual 3 day outdoor music festival in sunny downtown Nakusp, it features more than 19 bands, 2 stages, 2 beer gardens, a vendor village and kids zone.
www.nakuspmusicfest.ca
Border Days – Northwest Passage Scenic Byway
Grangeville, ID
Always held over July 4th Holiday
Oldest rodeo in Idaho. 3 days of parades, rodeos, events. Egg Toss brings in over a thousand people to compete in the event, 3 days of competition.
www.grangevilleborderdays.org
Salmon River Days – Salmon River-Sawtooth Scenic Byways
Salmon ID
4 days over Fourth of July
www.salmonchamber.com
Hot Air Balloon Festival – Yellowstone-Grand Teton Loop
Teton Valley, ID
July 1-4
http://tetonvalleychamber.com
International Old Time Accordian Championships – Hot Springs Circle Tour
Kimberley, BC
Every July (usually 2nd week)
More easily known as KIOTAC, this annual event is one of the biggest accordion events in the world and brings accordion players and lovers together.
www.kiotac.ca
North American Indian Days – Montana Scenic Loop & Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park Loop
Browning, MT
Four Days: Always held the second week in July
Comprising one of the largest gatherings of United States and Canadian tribes, the celebration is an unforgettable experience. Once you hear and feel the mystery of the drum, see the traditional and fancy dancing, and the many proud Native people, then you will begin to understand the Blackfeet.
http://www.browningmontana.com/naid.html
Speeder Days & Boxcar Bluegrass Festival – Northwest Passage Scenic Byway
Potlatch, ID
July 10
Annual event celebrating the railroad hertiage. Speeder rides, music, games, food. Speeder fans come from all over the US to attend
www.potlatchdepot.blogspot.com
North Custer Rodeo (a.k.a Custer Days/Stampede) – Salmon River-Sawtooth Scenic Byways
Challis, Idaho
Second Saturday in July
http://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/yankeefork.aspx
Pend Oreille Valley Lavender Festival – International Selkirk Loop All-American Road
Newport, WA
July 10-11, 2010
Experience all things Lavender in a Tuscan setting also known as The Park at First and Calispel in Newport.
Chataqua Festival – International Selkirk Loop All-American Road
Chewelah, WA
Second full weekend in July - 9-10-11, 2010
One of the oldest and longest running festivals in E. WA. Arts & Crafts booths, Carnival, live music, golf tournament and fun run.
http://www.chewelahchataqua.com/Chataqua.php
TamKaLiks Celebration (Nez Perce PowWow and Friendship Feast) – Hells Canyon
Wallowa, Oregon
Five Days: Usually the second full week of July
www.wallowanezperce.org
Elgin Stampede PRCA Rodeo – Hells Canyon
Elgin, Oregon
Three Days: Usually the second weekend of July
www.visitlagrande.com
Heritage Days – Montana Scenic Loop
Columbia Falls, MT
One Week: 3rd full week of July
The 2010 Heritage Days celebration is being developed to coincide with the Glacier National Park Centennial and is being planned as a week long event, running from July 19 through July 25.
Miners Jubilee & Bronc Blowout – Hells Canyon
Baker City, Oregon
Three Days: Always the 3rd weekend in July
www.basecampbaker.com
Chief Jospeh Days – Hells Canyon
Joseph, Oregon
Four Days: Usually the third weekend in July
www.chiefjosephdays.com
Kootenai River PRCA Rodeo – David Thompson Historic Route
Libby, MT
Annually on the last full Friday and Saturday in July
www.libbymt.com
Grizzly Marathon – Montana Scenic Loop
Choteau, MT
July 31, 2010
Choteau's Grizzly Marathon is a pure old-fashioned marathon. No hoopla, no bands, no crowds, no fuss. It is your chance to test your mettle in a beautiful setting.
http://www.grizzlymarathon.com
Kaslo Jazz Etc. Festival – International Selkirk Loop All-American Road
Kaslo, BC
July 30-31, Aug. 1, 2010 (always first weekend in Aug)
Welcome to the 18th Annual Kaslo Jazz Etc. Summer Music Festival. Every August long weekend in Kaslo, BC stunning vistas, great acoustics and superb musicians combine to create the Kaslo Jazz Etc Summer Music Festival. The unique floating stage rests just offshore a little, sandy beach on Kootenay Lake. http://www.kaslojazzfest.com/v2/
1860 Days – Northwest Passage Scenic Byway
Pierce, ID
Always on the last weekend of July
Celebrating the heritage of the first "gold-rush" town in Idaho. Family fun with food, parades, activities and re-enactments of old time shoot-outs.
www.pierce-weippechamber.com/1860days.html
August
Wild West Balloon Festival – Beartooth All-American Road
Cody, WY
Two Days: First Sat and Sun in August
This unique festival draws ballooners from all over the country for a competition set in a breathtaking arena. Visitors can mingle with the balloonists as they get ready to take off in a city park.
www.codychamber.org/event.cfm
Festival of Nations – Beartooth All-American Road
Red Lodge, MT
First Weekend in August
The multi-cultural heritage of Red Lodge is celebrated with food tasting, dancing, music and workshops. Red Lodge was a melting pot of various ethnic groups who worked in or serviced the coal mines and the railroad back in the early 1900's.
www.festivalofnations.us/
Wild West Wednesdays – David Thompson Historic Route
Fort Steele, BC
Wednesdays in Mid-July – August
www.fortsteele.ca
31st annual Huckleberry Festival - David Thompson Historic Route
Trout Creek, MT
August 13-15
A free, family event, which includes live entertainment of many kinds, a huckleberry pancake breakfast, run/walk for fun, parade, carnival, children's games, arts and crafts booths, exhibits, huckleberry dessert contest, displays and a family dance under the stars.
www.HuckleberryFestival.com
Kaslo Jazz Etc. Festival – Hot Springs Circle Tour
Kaslo, BC
Aug. 1, 2010 (always first weekend in Aug)
This festival offers stunning vistas, great acoustics, and superb musicians with a unique floating stage that rests just offshore a little sandy beach on Kootenay Lake.
http://www.kaslojazzfest.com/v2/
Railway Days – Hot Springs Circle Tour
Revelstoke, BC
Every August
Honouring Revelstoke's railway heritage, this festival includes guided tours of tunnels and bridges, theatrical and musical presentations, model railroad shows and other exhibits.
www.railwaydays.com
Raspberry Festival at St. Gertrudes Monestary – Northwest Passage Scenic Byway
Cottonwood, ID
Always the first Sunday of August
Always the first Sunday of August. Raspberries are grown, harvested, and prepared by the resident nuns the specialty being raspberry shortcake. Quilt show, car show, crafters, vendors. Held at the monastery.
www.historicalmuseumatstgertrude.com/Events/musrasfest.html
Blues, Brews & BBQs – Salmon River-Sawtooth Scenic Byway
Salmon ID
1st weekend in August
www.salmonartscouncil.org
The Festival at Sandpoint – International Selkirk Loop All-American Road
Sandpoint, ID
Aug. 5-15, 2010
The Festival has hosted its internationally renowned summer concert series in a casual and relaxed atmosphere at Memorial Field since 1983. The Festival is audience friendly. It is a customized concert experience without equal. It feels as though the artists are playing in your back yard, a private concert just for you and yours.
http://www.festivalatsandpoint.com/
Rendezvous Days – Colville – International Selkirk Loop All-American Road
Colville, WA
First weekend in Aug.annually. Aug 7-8, 2010
Annual community celebration since 1985! Held first weekend in August at Yep-Kanum Park located at: South Walnut Street Colville, Washington.Combining arts and crafts vendors, music and live entertainment, food and games a battle of the bands contest, and fun for the whole family, this event has something for everyone.
http://www.colvillerendezvous.org/
Crowsnest Pass Doors Open and Heritage Festival – Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park Loop
Crowsnest Pass, AB
3 days: Canadian long August weekend including first Monday in August
http://www.doorsopenalberta.com/communities/crowsnestpass.html
Fremont Lake Sailing Regatta – Circle the Continental Divide Driving Tour
Pinedale, WY
Always 2nd full weekend in August
A laid-back friendly competition on stunning Fremont Lake; extra hands are welcome and boats can be rented to watch.
www.pinedaleonline.com/boatclub/
Crossing the Blues La Grande Summer Festival – Hells Canyon
La Grande, Oregon
Two Days: Usually the second weekend in August
www.crossingtheblues.com
Annual Bluegrass Festival at Grand Targhee Resort – Yellowstone-Grand Teton Loop
Alta, WY
August 13 – 15
This Festival has evolved into one of the premier Bluegrass gatherings in the west. Campers welcome!
http://www.grandtarghee.com/summer/music-festivals.php
Beartooth Rendezvous Motorcycle Ride – Beartooth All-American Road
Red Lodge, MT
Third Weekend in August
Annual gathering south of Red Lodge provides BMW motorcycle riders and others to ride the Beartooth All-American Road and other travel routes near Red Lodge as well as enjoy some great music. http://www.beartoothbeemers.org/Rendezvous-Information.html
Igniters Car Show – David Thompson Historic Route
Libby, MT
Annually on the 3rd weekend of August
www.libbymt.com/events/ignitethenites.htm
Lemhi County Fair and Rodeo – Salmon River-Sawtooth Scenic byways
Salmon ID
3rd week in August
www.lemhicountyfair.com
Crown of the Continent Guitar Annual Workshop & Festival - Montana Scenic Loop
Big Fork, Montana
August 29 - September 5th: Week-long workshop and festival in Bigfork featuring many of the world’s leading guitarists, which is an official host event for this year's ongoing Glacier National Park Centennial celebration. The event will feature guitarists Pat Metheny, Larry Carlton, Alex De Grassi, and Scott Tennant. Learn more at http://www.cocguitarfoundation.org
September
Fall Fair & Scarecrow Festival – Hot Springs Circle Tour
Windermere, BC
Every September
Events include judged entries of fruit, baking, canning and photography. Craft demonstrations & display booths. Events for kids include races, face-painting, etc.
www.windermerecommunity.ca/fair.htm
Hills Garlic Festival – Hot Springs Circle Tour
New Denver, BC
Every September
Features over 160 vendors selling organic garlic products and snacks, local crafts, art, jewelry. There are also garlic competitions for heaviest clove and largest garlic head, as well as best garlic poem. www.hillsgarlicfest.ca
Rosslands Fat Tire Mountain Bike Festival – International Selkirk Loop All-American Road
Rossland, BC
Sept. 4-6, 2010
Rossland is BC's mountain bike capital. Bring your bike and join in the fun. http://www.rosslandfattirefestival.com/
Ride the Bayhorse ATV Ride – Salmon River-Sawtooth Scenic Byway
Bayhorse ID
Second Saturday in September
Guided tours of the Bayhorse ATV Trails, See the historic Ghost Town of Bayhorse and visit the mines up the hill in the beautiful Salmon River Mountains. Bring your own ATV, helmets and riding stuff. Lunch is provided by the Challis Chamber of Commerce for a nominal fee. Bayhorse is 14 miles SW of Challis up Bayhorse Creek road.
http://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/yankeefork.aspx
Hills Garlic Festival – International Selkirk Loop All-American Road
New Denver, BC
Sept. 12, 2010
Join the fun at this 18th annual event at Centennial Plaza in beautiful New Denver where all things garlic can be found.
http://www.hillsgarlicfest.ca/VendorInfo.html
Hells Canyon Mule Days – Hells Canyon
Enterprise, Oregon
Three days: Usually second weekend in September
www.hellscanyonmuledays.com
Salmon Marathon – Salmon River-Sawtooth Scenic Byway
Salmon ID
2nd or 3rd Saturday in September
Guided tours of the Bayhorse ATV Trails, See the historic Ghost Town ao dBayhorse and visit the mines up the hill in the beautiful Salmon River Mountains. Bring your own ATV, helmets and riding stuff. Lunch is provided by the Challis Chamber of Commerce for a nominal fee. Bayhorse is 14 miles SW of Challis up Bayhorse Creek road.
www.salmonmarathon.com
Sun Valley Harvest Festival - Salmon River-Sawtooth Scenic Byway
Sun Valley, ID September 24 - 26, 2010
Focusing on regional sustainable foods, wines and beers, the event will feature cooking demonstrations by visiting regional chefs, wine and beer tastings, a culinary trade show, a restaurant walk, chef's dinners and a beer garden. www.sunvalleyharvestfestival.com
Jackson Hole - Destination Wellness – Circle the Continental Divide Driving Tour
Jackson Hole, WY
September 25 - October 3, 2010
The Teton Wellness Festival anchors this weekend; come explore mind, body, spirit and earth in presentations, workshops, exhibitions, arts and activities.
www.jacksonholechamber.com
Nezperce Lions Combine Demolition Derby – Northwest Passage Scenic Byway
Nezperce, ID
Usually on Sunday of last weekend in September
Action, noise, excitement, dust, laughs, cheers, fun, disbelief – an afternoon of family entertainment like nothing else! Watch the old machines make their last stand.
www.visitnorthcentralidaho.org
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVOInHgwqAs
October
Pinedale Cowboy Roundup – Circle the Continental Divide Driving Tour
Pinedale, WY
Always 1st Saturday in October
A family friendly evening of cowboy poetry and music by nationally recognized entertainers. www.pinedalecowboyroundup.com
Tamarack Festival and Tour of the Arts and Brewfest – Montana Scenic Loop
Condon to Seeley Lake, MT
October 15-17, 2010
Autumn is the treasured time of the year when we revel in the last warmth of the sun as the leaves of the trees and shrubs turn to gold in preparation for the winter to come. The Seeley Swan Valley is noted for its Western Larch trees, commonly known as Tamaracks. One of the only deciduous coniferous species (needle bearing trees) whose needles turn golden and fall from the tree. To commemorate this cherished time of the turning of the trees, we hold the Tamarack Festival with a wide variety of activities http://SeeleyLakeChamber.com
November
East Kootenay Wine Festival – David Thompson Historic Route
Fairmont Hot Springs, BC
First Friday and Saturday in November
www.fairmonthotsprings.com
December
Christmas Stroll and Blade Parade – Beartooth All-American Road
Red Lodge, MT
Two Evenings: Always the first Fri and Sat in December
Two nights where everyone strolls down Broadway - the businesses are decked out and open for Christmas shopping and good cheer. Holiday food is plentiful and offered at many businesses free of charge. www.redlodge.com/stroll
March
Steelheaders' Derby & Ball – Salmon River-Sawtooth Scenic Byway
Challis, Idaho
Derby: March 1 to 2nd Sat. in April, Ball: 2nd Sat. in April
Fishing fun on the Salmon River and dining & dancing at the Steelheader Ball, it doesn't get any better than this.
www.challischamber.com
C. M. Russell Auction – Montana Scenic Loop
Great Falls, MT
March 17-20, 2010
Dust off your cowboy boots, break out the fringe, and make your travel plans to visit Great Falls - the Western Art Capital of the world - March 17-20, 2010. It's time for the C.M. Russell Art Auction!
www.cmrauction.com
Spring Fling Auction and Hog Roast– Beartooth All-American Road
Cooke City, MT
Third Weekend in March
A fundraiser to benefit the local volunteer organizations is loaded with fun. Be sure to call in advance, as this event fills the town.
www.cookecitychamber.org
World Championship Hill Climb - Circle the Continental Divide Driving Tour
Jackson Hole, WY
March 25 - 28, 2010
The Jackson Hole Snow Devils host this exciting snowmobile competition where riders attempt to summit Snow King Mountain.
www.jacksonholechamber.com
Annual Snow Rodeo – Montana Scenic Loop
Essex, MT
Two Day: 3rd weekend of March
A weekend filled with fun, laughter and prizes. Rodeo events will be done and skis and snowshoes. Have fun riding wild broncos, ropin' goats, barrel racing and chuck wagon racing. It's great fun for all and a wonderful family event.
www.izaakwaltoninn.com
April
Dogwood Festival – Northwest Passage Scenic Byway
Lewiston, ID
Month long event: Always the month of April. April 1-30
Month long event celebrating spring and the bloom of the dogwoods. Events every weekend and ending with the Art in the Park the last weekend.
www.lcsc.edu/dogwood
Sweet Corn Festival – Beartooth All-American Road
Cooke City, MT
Mid-April
Ski enthusiasts invade Cooke City for a chance to ski the corn-lined slopes and uncharted glades of the surrounding Beartooth Mountains.
www.cookecitychamber.org
Annual Spring Round-Up and State Elk Calling Championship – Northwest Passage Scenic Byway
Orofino, ID
Always the 2nd Saturday in April
Events celebrating spring with music, BBQ Dinner, Yodeling, Cowboy Poetry, Games and the state of Idaho Elk Calling Championship Contest
www.visitnorthcentralidaho.org
Annual Cardboard Box Derby – Yellowstone Grand Teton Loop
Alta, WY
April 10
Grand Targhee Ski Resort. Snow-worthy crafts made solely of cardboard, paper and tape careening down the slope lined with hundreds of spectators.
http://www.grandtarghee.com/summer.php
Salmon River Jet Boat Races – Northwest Passage Scenic Byway
Riggins, ID
Always the 3rd weekend in April
Only event like this in Idaho, qualifying race for the US Cup. Jet Boats race a course. Can be watched from any place along the river. Spectator type event.
www.rigginsidaho.com/jet_boat_races.htm
Salmon Select Horse Sale – Salmon River-Sawtooth Scenic Byway
Salmon ID
Two days: Always the third weekend in April
www.salmonselectsale.com
Rendezvous Days – David Thompson Trail & Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park Loop
Eureka, MT
Three days: Always the last full weekend of April
http://www.welcome2eureka.com/event_rendezvous.php
May
Cody Wild West Days – Beartooth All-American Road
Cody, WY
Early May
Buffalo Bill Top Notch Horse Sale and Barrel Racing are held in the downtown area of Cody and bring back memories of the wild west to horse lovers, horse buyers and horse racers.
Wings Over the Rockies Bird Festival – Hot Springs Circle Tour
Invermere, BC
Every May
Wings is a week-long festival that is a celebration of the return of the birds. The festival offers presentations, hikes, events and lots of entertainment.
www.wingsovertherockies.org
Moscow Renaissance Fair – Northwest Passage Scenic Byway
Moscow, ID
Always the first weekend of May
Annual fair is a 2 day celebration of spring with music, food, and crafts for adults and children. www.moscowrenfair.org
STOKR - Scenic Tour of the Kootenai River – David Thompson Historic Route
Troy, Libby, and Yaak MT
Two Days: Always held in May on Mother's Day weekend
www.libbymt.com/events/stokr.htm
Creston Valley Blossom Festival – International Selkirk Loop All-American Road
Creston, BC
May 14 - 17, 2010
69th annual event celebrating Creston Valleys rich fruit growing heritage. Fri. night Concert; Sat two pancake breakfasts; big parade, street fair, classic car show and chili cookoff.
http://blossomfestival.ca/
Elkfest and Elk Antler Auction - Circle the Continental Divide Driving Tour
Jackson Hole, WY
May 22 - 23, 2010
Enjoy a weekend built around the 43rd annual world famous Jackson Hole Boy Scout Elk Antler Auction. Local Scouts gather shed antlers from the National Elk Refuge for an auction on Town Square.
www.jacksonholechamber.com
Koocanusa Trout and Fishing Derby – David Thompson Historic Route
Libby, MT
Two Days: Held the weekend after Mother's Day
www.koocanusaresort.com
Creston Valley Blossom Festival – Hot Springs Circle Tour
Creston, BC
Annually celebrated on the weekend on or before May 24
Festival includes a parade on Saturday, midway, car show, street fair & children's events going on all weekend. The Lower Kootenay Band Yaqan Nuki Pow-Wow also takes place this same weekend in Creston.
www.blossomfestival.ca
Annual Bigfork Whitewater Festival – Montana Scenic Loop
Bigfork, MT
Two Day: Always the Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend
Beginners Slalom at 11AM Sat., Expert Slalom at 2PM Sat along the Wild Mile of the Swan River. Triathalon starts at 9:30am on Sunday, 12:00 noon is the Down River Race and at 1:00pm there is the "Boaters Cross". Entertainment at local pubs & eateries throughout the weekend. Call Kalispell Athletic Club (Stan) 752-2880 for Triathalon information. Call Mike or Niki at 892 2256 for Whitewater information.
www.bigfork.org
Loon and Fish Festival – Montana Scenic Loop
Seeley Lake, MT
Two Days: Always held Sat/Sun of Memorial Day Weekend
For the 17th year in a row, Alpine Artisans volunteers worked in unison to create a Memorial Day weekend ‘Celebration of Art and Wildlife’ for the Seeley Swan communities. The Loon and Fish Festival, held May 23 and 24 in the Seeley Lake Community Hall, has become something of an institution in our valleys.
http://www.alpineartisans.org/aaievents/loonfish.html
NAIA Baseball World Series – Northwest Passage Scenic Byway
Lewiston, ID
Always held over Memorial Weekend
College Baseball tournament held over Memorial week each year. See "Fun Facts" on webpage.
www.lcsc.edu/naia