The holidays feel different in Sandpoint—warmer, brighter, and somehow a little deeper. Maybe it’s the way our downtown lights glow against fresh snow, or the sound of carols drifting from a local café. Maybe it’s the simple joy of a small-town celebration where the spirit of the season still feels heartfelt and close to home.
Whatever it is, visitors tell us every year: Sandpoint offers a DEEPER kind of cheer.
From November through Christmas, our town comes alive with holiday magic. Stroll our charming downtown streets lined with boutiques, galleries, and cozy shops filled with one-of-a-kind gifts. Warm up with a fireside cocktail or tuck into a delectable dinner at one of Sandpoint’s many excellent restaurants. See dining choices.
And for an extra dose of holiday spirit, catch the live music, festive holiday performances and family-friendly events happening nearly every night. Check our entertainment calendar.
And if you’ve come for winter play, you’ll find plenty of it. Head up to Schweitzer, the largest ski resort in Idaho, for a day of skiing or snowboarding under spectacular lake and mountain views. Prefer your winter a bit quieter? Enjoy the miles of nordic trails, take the kids sledding at community hills, or bundle up for a peaceful lakeside walk or snowshoe alongside Lake Pend Oreille. See all activities.
This season, come experience a DEEPER kind of cheer—and discover just how magical the holidays can be.
Plan your holiday getaway now. Click for lodging options… and we hope to see you here!
