Things to do with kids in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Checked · All times are local Pacific Time (Coeur d'Alene time)
Coming up in Coeur d'Alene: North Idaho Turkey Trot at Riverstone (Nov 26), Journey to the North Pole Holiday Lights Cruise (from Nov 13), Festival of Trees (from Nov 27) and 6 more events. 6 always-open places. Prices and hours come from each official site.
Thanksgiving events in Coeur d'Alene
North Idaho Turkey Trot at Riverstone
- When
- Thu, Nov 26 · 9am
- Cost
- 1 mile $10; 5K $25; 10K $30 (plus fees)
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
A Thanksgiving-morning 1-mile, 5K and 10K at Riverstone Park. The 1-mile welcomes walkers, strollers, families and pets.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Christmas & holiday events: Santa and lights
Journey to the North Pole Holiday Lights Cruise
- When
- Fri, Nov 13 – Sun, Jan 3 (Daily, Nov 13–Jan 3) · Daily cruises 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30pm
- Cost
- Adults $30.50; ages 6–12 $15; 5 and under free (25% off Nov 13–25)
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
A one-hour lake cruise past more than a million lights to Santa’s North Pole, where Santa calls out each child’s name from the Nice List. Board 30 minutes before departure; tickets sell out.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Festival of Trees
- When
- Fri, Nov 27 – Sat, Nov 28
- Cost
- Not stated. See the official page.
- Ages
- All ages · Indoor
The 38th annual Festival of Trees fills The Coeur d'Alene Resort with decorated Christmas trees and holiday displays over Thanksgiving weekend, raising money for Kootenai Health.
✓ Checked Oct 28, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Lighting Ceremony Parade & Fireworks
- When
- Fri, Nov 27 · Parade 5pm from 8th & Sherman; lighting and fireworks follow
- Cost
- Not stated
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
The 34th annual parade lights up Sherman Avenue with marching bands, dancing and music, then everyone gathers on The Coeur d’Alene Resort lawn for carols, fireworks and the switch-on of more than 1.5 million lights.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Mudgy, Millie and Santa Sing-Along
- When
- Sat, Dec 12 · 11am–noon
- Cost
- No fee listed
- Ages
- All ages · Indoor
A festive holiday sing-along with Mudgy Moose, Millie Mouse and Santa: Christmas favorites, Mudgy & Millie songs and a chance to meet the characters.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
New Year's events in Coeur d'Alene
America’s Family New Year’s Eve Cruise
- When
- Thu, Dec 31 · Departures 7:15 and 7:45pm (board 30 minutes earlier)
- Cost
- Not stated
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
A family-friendly early New Year’s Eve cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene for all ages.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Storytimes
Autumn Toddler Story Time
- When
- Thu, Oct 29 – Thu, Nov 19 (Thursdays through Nov 19) · 9 and 11am
- Cost
- No fee listed
- Ages
- Ages 18 months–3 · Indoor
Fall-themed stories and fun for toddlers 18 months–3 years.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Autumn Pre-School Story Time
- When
- Fri, Oct 30 – Fri, Nov 20 (Fridays through Nov 20) · 9 and 11am
- Cost
- No fee listed
- Ages
- Ages 3-5 · Indoor
Group storytime for preschoolers ages 3–5.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Autumn Baby Story Time
- When
- Tue, Nov 3 & Tue, Nov 10 & Tue, Nov 17 (Tuesdays through Nov 17) · 9 and 11am
- Cost
- No fee listed
- Ages
- Ages 0–18 months · Indoor
A sweet storytime for babies 0–18 months and their caregivers.
✓ Checked Oct 26, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Always-open family places
Most popular first: zoos, aquariums and museums, then nature spots, parks and libraries. Prices come from each official site; "Not stated" means the site doesn't list one.
Tubbs Hill Natural Area
- Price
- $ (estimated price level)
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
165 acres of lakeside trails; the west trailhead is at the southwest corner of McEuen Park
Museum of North Idaho
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Regional history museum; open Tuesday–Saturday 10am–4pm
Salvation Army Kroc Center
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Community center with an aquatic center, gym, climbing wall and game room; day passes available (check family swim and open gym times)
City Park & Beach
- Price
- $ (estimated price level)
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
17-acre lakeside park with a swim beach, the Fort Sherman Playground and picnic areas
McEuen Park
- Price
- $ (estimated price level)
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
22.5-acre downtown park with the city’s largest playground and a summer splash pad (Memorial Day–Labor Day)
Coeur d'Alene Public Library
- Price
- $ (estimated price level)
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Lakeside library next to McEuen Park with baby, toddler and preschool storytimes
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do with kids in Coeur d'Alene this weekend?
This weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1) we list 1 family event in Coeur d'Alene: Autumn Pre-School Story Time (Fri).
What time is trick-or-treating in Coeur d'Alene?
Sunset on Halloween in Coeur d'Alene is at 5:30 p.m. Coeur d'Alene doesn't list official trick-or-treat hours, so plan around dusk.
Where can kids play indoors in Coeur d'Alene when it's cold or snowy?
We list 3 indoor places in Coeur d'Alene: Museum of North Idaho, Salvation Army Kroc Center and Coeur d'Alene Public Library.
What Thanksgiving events can I take my kids to in Coeur d'Alene?
We list 1 Thanksgiving event in Coeur d'Alene: North Idaho Turkey Trot at Riverstone (Thu, Nov 26). Our Thanksgiving weekend guide for the Coeur d'Alene area has more nearby.
When and where can kids see Santa in Coeur d'Alene?
We list 2 events with Santa in Coeur d'Alene: Journey to the North Pole Holiday Lights Cruise (Nov 13 – Jan 3) and Mudgy, Millie and Santa Sing-Along (Dec 12).
Where can I take my kids to see Christmas lights in Coeur d'Alene?
We list 2 holiday light events in Coeur d'Alene: Journey to the North Pole Holiday Lights Cruise (Nov 13 – Jan 3) and Lighting Ceremony Parade & Fireworks (Nov 27).
Are there storytimes or regular kids' programs in Coeur d'Alene?
We list 3 everyday programs in Coeur d'Alene: Autumn Toddler Story Time (Thursdays through Nov 19), Autumn Pre-School Story Time (Fridays through Nov 20) and Autumn Baby Story Time (Tuesdays through Nov 17).
What is there to do with toddlers in Coeur d'Alene?
We list 4 places in Coeur d'Alene that welcome kids under 2, including Tubbs Hill Natural Area, City Park & Beach and McEuen Park. See all 4 above. Age ranges for places are our own guidance.
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