LEWISTON, IDAHO UPCOMING EVENTS
From golden canyon walls and cozy fall days to twinkling holiday lights and tables full of Thanksgiving favorites, the Lewis-Clark Valley has a way of making this time of year feel extra special.
And just as we’re settling into fall, the holiday magic starts to find its way around every corner.
We’ve gathered a few of our favorite ways to savor the season, celebrate with loved ones, and make the most of everything happening in the valley.
TWO STEP TUESDAYS
Grab your boots and head to MJBarleyhoppers Brewhouse, located onsite at the Hells Canyon Grand Hotel in Lewiston, Idaho, for Two Stepping Tuesdays!
Every Tuesday from 6–9 PM, enjoy line dancing music by Marcos Dominguez at MJ Barleyhoppers Brewhouse. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or learning your first steps, come enjoy great food, cold drinks, and country dancing in Lewiston. In September, line dance instructors will also be here to help you learn the moves!
No cover charge.
Every Tuesday
6:00 PM–9:00 PM
MJBarleyhoppers Brewhouse at Hells Canyon Grand Hotel
Lewiston, Idaho
MYSTERY WINEMAKERS DINNER
October 30, 2026
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4-Course Dinner
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12 Mystery Wine Samples
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Wine Guessing Challenge
Enjoy an evening of great food, wine, and friendly competition.
Event starts at 7:00 PM, with dinner starting at 7:30pm. Enjoy a four-course plated dinner with three mystery wine samples paired with each course.
Taste, sip, and see if you can identify all 12 wines!
Bring your friends, trust your taste buds, and have a little fun along the way.
Will you be able to identify them all? Come find out!
PUMPKIN PALOOZA
October 31, 2026
Pumpkin Palooza in downtown Lewiston is a free fall festival on the last Saturday in October from 12-4 PM.
Palooza is an annual family event with trick or treating, Halloween-themed games, music, entertainment, food and merchandise vendors, costume contests for people and pets, The Great Pumpkin Roll and more!
HALLOWEEN PARTY
October 31, 2026
Get your costume ready for Halloween at MJ Barleyhoppers!
Join us Saturday, October 31, for live music by Rewind, a costume contest with prizes, and tarot card readings.
Enjoy spooktacular spirits, ghostly mocktails, brews, and fall wines while spending Halloween with your favorite people.
-Live music by Rewind
-Costume contest with prizes
-Tarot card readings
-No cover charge | Ages 21+
Invite your friends and come dressed to impress!
CLEARWATER COMBAT MMA November 7, 2026
Get ready for an exciting night of MMA in Lewiston, Idaho. Clearwater Combat MMA takes over the Clearwater River Casino & Lodge on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 7 PM for an action-packed night of live fights.
Catch the fights, enjoy a night out in Lewiston, and wake up to breakfast before heading home. Fight night starts here.
WINTER SPIRIT PARK LIGHTING CEREMONY
November 21, 2026 - 5pm
The holiday magic is coming to Lewiston! Join us for our Winter Spirit Lighting Ceremony as we kick off the season with festive lights, cozy winter vibes, and plenty of holiday cheer.
Gather your family and friends, enjoy the sparkle of the season, and watch as we light up the night in celebration of the holidays. Whether you're continuing a favorite holiday tradition or making new memories, it's the perfect way to slow down, soak up the festive atmosphere, and welcome winter to the Lewis-Clark Valley.
Bundle up, bring your holiday spirit, and join us for a little seasonal magic right here in Lewiston, Idaho!
HOLIDAY CATERING + BAR SERVICE
Let Hells Canyon Grand Catering handle your holiday meal! We’ll deliver a delicious spread within 50 miles of Lewiston, featuring fresh Northwest flavors, house-smoked meats, and homemade sauces and sides. Book an onsite event and enjoy festive holiday décor and special deals on guest rooms!
We'll also deliver bar service to your Idaho holiday party at another venue.
GRAND THANKSGIVING BUFFET
November 26, 2026
This year, let us do the cooking. Our Thanksgiving buffet brings together all the classics, from roasted turkey to the sides everyone fights over, in a warm setting where you can simply relax and enjoy your people. No dishes, no stress, just good food and good company.
Thursday, November 26, 2026
📍 Hells Canyon Grand Hotel | Lewiston, Idaho
Make your Thanksgiving deliciously effortless. Reservations are limited—book your table in advance.
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Date to be determined
Celebrate the holiday season in Lewiston, Idaho, with a festive Breakfast with Santa! Families can enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, take photos by the beautiful Christmas tree, and visit with Santa.
Kids can also share their Christmas wishes and drop their letters in the Letters to Santa mailbox. It’s a fun holiday tradition for families visiting or living in the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley.
MAGICAL HOLIDAY VIEWS
November 21, 2026 - early January, 2027
The holiday magic is coming to Lewiston! Kick off the most wonderful time of the year with sparkling lights, cozy winter vibes, and all the little moments that make the season feel special.
Make it a holiday getaway and book a view room at Hells Canyon Grand Hotel, where you can take in the twinkling lights of Locomotive Park right from your guestroom window! From November 21 through early January, settle in, get cozy, and enjoy a front-row seat to the holiday glow.
17TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA
December 12-13
Fun for all December 12th & 13th, 2026 from 10 AM to 6 PM both days! Vendors, Door Prizes, Dance Performances, Jumping Castle, Kids Corner, Mens Corner (with football, card games, chess etc), Photo Booth, Crafts, Indoor Snowball Fight Cage, Cotton Candy, Espressos, Concessions, and more.
Admission at the door is $5 and kids 5 and under are free! Bring a canned food donation and receive $1 off entry
NYE PARTY + PACKAGE
December 31, 2026
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style with our exclusive Hells Canyon Grand Hotel NYE Package! Choose a view room to view the Locomotive park lights.
Enjoy:
-Festive NYE party favors
-A chilled bottle of champagne or house wine
-$100 dining credit for a memorable meal
-Complimentary breakfast buffet
-Extended noon check-out
Starting at $234 for two guests. Call (208)-799-1000.
Stay tuned for details on our NYE bash
STEELHEAD EXPO + LIVE DERBY
January 8-10, 2027
The ultimate steelhead sportfishing event. 3 days of seminars, speakers, demonstrations, and vendors focused on all things fishing in the steelhead capital of the world: Lewiston, Idaho.
Featuring guest anglers from around the region, with great fishing right out the door. Fish in the morning and enjoy the show afterwards at the Hells Canyon Grand Hotel!
Up your game at the Steelhead Expo.
Save 15% at the Hells Canyon Grand Hotel
Adventure fans save 15% at the Hells Canyon Grand Hotel! Free parking is included. Enjoy two onsite restaurants and bars, an outside patio and our outdoor pool. Enjoy live music at MJBarleyhoppers on weekends. You'll also get free access to Snap Fitness across the street with a full gym and indoor pool.
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