LEWISTON, ID – The holiday season is coming to life across the Lewis-Clark Valley and surrounding communities. From Lewiston and Clarkston to towns like Moscow, Grangeville, and Kamiah, residents are gathering for festive markets, light displays, and family events that bring people together.
Here’s a look at what’s happening around the region this holiday season. To submit an event for inclusion, email victoria@dailyfly.com.
LEWISTON
Festival of Trees – Clearwater River Casino & Lodge
Date: November 20–22, 2025
Location: Clearwater River Casino & Lodge, Lewiston, ID
Details: Enjoy decorated trees, holiday displays, and auctions benefiting local programs. Gala
Winter Spirit Opening Night
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Locomotive Park, 2102 Main St., Lewiston, ID
Details: The annual lighting ceremony returns to downtown Lewiston with live music starting at 5:00 p.m. and the official lighting at 6:00 p.m. Guests can enjoy performances, light displays, and a festive community atmosphere. Admission is free and open to the public.
Photos with Santa – Helping Hands Rescue
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: North 40 Outfitters, 2981 Thain Grade, Lewiston, ID
Details: Bring kids or pets for donation-based Santa photos benefiting Helping Hands Rescue.
Complimentary Thanksgiving Lunch – Flavors of India
Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: 334 Thain Rd., Lewiston, ID
Details: Free community Thanksgiving lunch with vegetarian/vegan options. RSVP encouraged for headcount.
Lewiston Center Black Friday Market
Dates: November 28–30, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (daily)
Location: Lewiston Center Mall, 1810 19th Ave., Lewiston, ID
Details: Three-day indoor market featuring 50+ local vendors.
Christmas Craft Fair – VFW Sourdough Post 10043
Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: VFW Hall, 1104 Warner Ave., Lewiston, ID
Details: A full day of shopping with multiple vendors offering handmade gifts, Christmas and home décor, baked goods, and more.
Christmas Browse & Brews – GroundWork Brewing
Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: GroundWork Brewing LLC, 1225 Snake River Ave., Lewiston, ID
Details: A vendor fair featuring 22 makers and artisans. Enjoy craft beer while shopping gifts.
Holiday Book Sale – Friends of the Lewiston City Library
Dates: December 4 (2–6:30 PM), December 5 (10 AM–4:30 PM), December 6 (10 AM–2 PM)
Location: Lewiston City Library Basement, 411 D Street, Lewiston, ID
Details: Shop books and gifts to support library programs. Accepting cash or check only.
LC State Night at Winter Spirit
Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Locomotive Park, 2102 Main St., Lewiston, ID
Details: Hosted by the LC State Alumni Association. Enjoy hot cider, cocoa, and cookies while admiring Winter Spirit’s light display.
Everdream: A Celtic Christmas Concert
Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Silverthorne Theatre, Lewis-Clark State College, 806 6th St., Lewiston, ID
Details: Presented by the LC State Center for Arts & History, this concert features Everdream, an all-female Irish trio blending harp, violin, and voice in a magical mix of classical, Celtic, and contemporary music.
A Very Merry Community Night – Lewiston Parks & Rec
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: 1424 Main St., Lewiston, ID
Details: Holiday crafts, cookie decorating, family bingo, ornament making, photos with Santa, and more. Pre-registration preferred.
16th Annual Christina’s Christmas Extravaganza
Dates: December 13–14, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (both days)
Location: Nez Perce County Fairgrounds, 1314 Airway Ave., Lewiston, ID
Details: Two full days of family fun featuring vendors, door prizes, dance performances, a kids’ corner, men’s corner, photo booth, crafts, indoor snowball fight cage, cotton candy, and more. Admission is $5, with kids 5 and under free. Bring a canned food donation for $1 off entry.
Kids Christmas Party – LILI GC Foundation
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: 1630 23rd Ave., Suite 1101, Lewiston, ID
Details: A festive event for children featuring games, crafts, and treats. RSVP by December 1 to Jen at 208-717-7398.
Unhinged Sing-Along Brunch – Christmas Edition
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (last call at 1:30 PM)
Location: Corner Villa, 2110 14th Ave., Lewiston, ID
Details: Hosted by Corner Villa and Ivy Gutknecht. A brunch event filled with music, mimosas, sing-alongs, and a photo booth. Tickets are $25 and available in person at Corner Villa. Christmas pajamas are optional.
Christmas Connection and Community Dinner – St. Vincent de Paul & Toys for Tots
Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Nez Perce County Fair Building, 1229 Burrell Ave., Lewiston, ID
Details: Hosted by St. Vincent de Paul with Toys for Tots, this community celebration offers a Christmas dinner, gifts, and raffle prizes. Santa and Mrs. Claus will attend.
Sign-Up: November 24 – December 12, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM (Monday–Friday, excluding Thanksgiving) at St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store, 604 2nd Street, Clarkston, WA. Participants must bring identification and proof of residency.
CLARKSTON
Polar Pop-Up at Patt’s Garden Center
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Patt’s Garden Center, 1280 Port Dr., Clarkston, WA
Details: Celebrate the season with Rae’s Reads Mobile Bookstore, Café LaTay’s limited seasonal drinks, The Brookery treats, Linked by Kenz permanent jewelry, Jody Howell Creations’ wreath bar, and more. Shop festive goods and handcrafted art from new vendors.
Holiday Wreath Workshop – Patt’s Garden Center
Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025
Time: Workshops begin at 9:00 AM, in 2-hour time slots
Location: Patt’s Garden Center, 1148 Port Dr., Clarkston, WA
Details: Build a fresh evergreen wreath from scratch with berries, pinecones, ribbon, and decor. $65 per person. Call 509-758-4104 to reserve a spot.
Christmas Shopping Spree – Boys & Girls Clubs of the Nez Perce Tribe
Donation Deadline: December 12, 2025
Location: Walmart, Clarkston, WA
Details: Club members will be randomly selected for a shopping spree. Sponsor a child for $200. Contact the Nez Perce Tribe Finance Department at 208-621-3838 (Account #1215-03-3084) or Jewel Spencer at 208-843-9371 / jewels@nezperce.org.
MOSCOW
Mrs. Claus Bazaar – 13th Annual
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Latah County Fair and Events Center, 1021 E Harold St., Moscow, ID
Details: A beloved holiday market featuring 50+ vendors, baked goods, and handmade gifts. Hosted by Clints and Lam Auctions and Darby Lam Baldwin.
PIERCE
Festival of Trees – Pierce Gem Community
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Pierce Community Center, Pierce, ID
Details: Enjoy a live auction of crafts, gift baskets, wreaths, and trees. Includes refreshments and a kids’ craft room.
GRANGEVILLE
39th Annual Holiday Craft Fair
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Grangeville Elementary Middle School, Grangeville, ID
Details: Crafts from local artisans. Contact Grangeville Chamber of Commerce at chamber@grangevilleidaho.com or 208-983-0460.
KAMIAH
Olde Fashioned Christmas – Kamiah Chamber & Upriver Youth Leadership Council
Dates & Deadlines:
- Fudge Shoppe: Donate homemade fudge by December 5
- Christmas Show Pie Social: Donate pies by December 5
- Elf Shoppe: Donate new gifts by December 4
- Christmas Show Acts: Perform on December 5
Details: Includes Community Thanksgiving & Bingo Night, Gifts in a Jar Sales, and a Sharing Tree for those in need. Hosted by the Upriver Youth Leadership Council and Kamiah Chamber of Commerce.
Kamiah Chamber Christmas Light Parade
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Kamiah Main Street
Theme: Whoobilation
Details: Parade contests for best theme, animation, creativity, and youth divisions. Prizes awarded in Kamiah Bucks.
KOOSKIA
Kooskia Holiday Farmers Market
Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: 26 Main St., Kooskia City Hall
Details: Free admission. Crafts, baked goods, jewelry, home décor, raffle, hot food, and live music.
OROFINO
Old Fashion Christmas Festival & Light Parade – Clearwater County Chamber of Commerce
Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
Time: Parade at 6:00 PM | Festival & Tree Lighting 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: Cannon Park, Orofino, ID
Details: This year’s theme, “Clearwater Christmas Vacation,” brings classic holiday fun to downtown Orofino. The parade begins at 6 p.m. on South C Street toward College Avenue, followed by the official Christmas tree lighting at Cannon Park. Visitors can enjoy cocoa, cookies, crafts, holiday music, a live Nativity, and Santa.
Storefront Lighting Display Contest
Dates: December 5–24, 2025
Details: Local businesses are encouraged to decorate for the holidays. Awards for best displays will be announced Christmas Eve. Submit photos to 6CDirector@gmail.com.
Clearwater Claus Capture
Dates: December 5–24, 2025
Details: Join a community scavenger hunt to find “the Claus” hiding in local businesses and public spaces. Daily clues will be shared, and winners receive prizes and a photo with Claus (one per family).
Merchant Open Houses & Events
Dates: December 1–31, 2025
Details: Businesses throughout Orofino will host special activities, treats, and promotions for shoppers all month long. Find full details at www.ClearwaterCountyAdventures.com.
