Sandpoint Idaho’s Annual Winter Carnival
Join us for winter fun February 13-22, 2026!
It’ll be a fiery 10 days o’ fun that will make up Sandpoint Winter Carnival in 2026. Mark your calendar right now to come join us for the 53rd annual Sandpoint Winter Carnival Friday, February 13 – Sunday, February 22 in beautiful Sandpoint, Idaho.
Still rockin’ our winters… for our 53rd year!
Every year in the dead of winter since 1973, Sandpoint, Idaho, cooks up a sure antidote to cabin fever. It’s the Sandpoint Winter Carnival, pure fun celebrating the best of the snowy season.
So many events!
Our annual Winter Carnival includes fireworks and fun at Schweitzer, live music all over town, parties galore plus other traditional faves from the opening Parade of Lights to the closing, classic K9 Keg Pull. Check out our 2026 events on the Events page, and be sure to check back for updates!
There’s a lot going on!
Check these pages to see info on Sandpoint Winter Carnival – get all the details!
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- Events. Schweitzer fireworks, Parade of Lights, K-9 Keg Pull and so much more.
- Lodging. Get deals at local hotels for your stay during Winter Carnival week.
- Sponsors. Check out who’s supporting our annual party.
- Local Links. Navigate the virtual Sandpoint with these links to local resources.
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Mark February 13-22 2026 on your calendar … for the Sandpoint Winter Carnival!



