Rathdrum Parks & Recreation

09/29/2026

Join us for The Main Street Market this Friday, October 2nd!

Bring the whole family, grab your friends, and take a stroll down Main Street for an unforgettable evening with your neighbors.

A HUGE thank you to our sponsor, ICCU (Idaho Central Credit Union), for making this event possible!

Here is what’s waiting for you:
Live Music: Catch an awesome performance by Royale
Local Artisans & Shops: Discover incredible local talent and unique finds.
Food Court: Satisfy your cravings with delicious local bites and treats.
B**r Garden featuring Brewscape B**r Co: Unwind in our designated 21+ area.

When: This Friday, October 2nd
Where: Main Street, Rathdrum
Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

See you on Main Street!

09/29/2026

🎨 Double the Canvas, Double the Fun! Paint Night in Rathdrum 🖌️✨

Grab your bestie, partner, or child for a creative night out! Each person in your duo paints their own individual canvas, but when placed side-by-side, your pieces connect to form one giant collaborative artwork.

Led by local artist Christina Hull Christina Hull Art , this Youth & Adult session offers step-by-step guidance to help you both take home a finished acrylic painting. Absolutely no experience needed!

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, October 15th
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Rathdrum City Hall Council Chambers

Age Group: Youth & Adults
Cost: $30 per person
Supplies: All materials provided!

Registration Info:
Status: 🔴 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! (09/14/26 – 10/11/2026)
Capacity: Limited to 14 students max (minimum 5 to host). Pre-registration is required!

🎟️ Seats fill fast! Reserve your spot today at www.rathdrum.gov/rec
Or register in person at our office: 7851 W. Main St. Rathdrum, ID 83858
Questions? Call (208) 687-2399

09/24/2026

🎃 Trunk or Treat is Back! 🎃
Join Rathdrum Parks & Recreation for our annual Halloween tradition! We’re moving the fun earlier this year so your family can enjoy Trunk or Treat and still have plenty of time for neighborhood trick-or-treating.

📍 Lakeland High School Parking Lot
🗓️ Saturday, October 31st
⏰ Event Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Want to Decorate a Trunk?
Bring your creativity and get in on the fun! All participating vehicles must register in advance.

Keep It Family-Friendly: Outfits and trunks should be fun for all ages (toddlers through grade school)—nothing too gory, please!

Safety First: Adults must be recognizable, so no full-face masks for parents.
Power: No outlets or generators permitted. Battery-powered lights and inverters are welcome!

Treats: Plan for roughly 2,500 kids. All candy must be factory-prepackaged and commercially sealed.

Vendors Welcome: Food/product vendors may register, but all trunks must hand out free treats—no selling items from vehicles.
Vehicle Schedule & Details
Set-Up Window: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (All cars must be set up by 2:00 PM)
Trunk or Treating: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (An adult must stay with the vehicle at all times)

Trunk Judging: 3:15 PM – 4:15 PM
Awards Presented: 4:45 PM

👉 Register Your Vehicle Today: www.rathdrum.gov/rec
❓ Questions?
Contact Rathdrum Parks & Recreation at 208-687-2399.

09/24/2026

✨ Join us for The Main Street Market next Friday, October 2nd!

Bring the whole family, grab your friends, and take a stroll down Main Street for an unforgettable evening with your neighbors.

🙌 A HUGE thank you to our sponsor, ICCU (Idaho Central Credit Union), for making this event possible! 💚

Here is what’s waiting for you:
🎶 Live Music: Catch an awesome performance by Royale
🛍️ Local Artisans & Shops: Discover incredible local talent and unique finds.
🌮 Food Court: Satisfy your cravings with delicious local bites and treats.
🍻 B**r Garden featuring Brewscape B**r Co: Unwind in our designated 21+ area.

📅 When: October 2nd
📍 Where: Main Street, Rathdrum
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

See you on Main Street! 👋

09/23/2026

🎨 Double the Canvas, Double the Fun! Paint Night in Rathdrum 🖌️✨

Grab your bestie, partner, or child for a creative night out! Each person in your duo paints their own individual canvas, but when placed side-by-side, your pieces connect to form one giant collaborative artwork.

Led by local artist Christina Hull Art , this Youth & Adult session offers step-by-step guidance to help you both take home a finished acrylic painting. Absolutely no experience needed!

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, October 15th
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Rathdrum City Hall Council Chambers

Age Group: Youth & Adults
Cost: $30 per person
Supplies: All materials provided!
Registration Info:
Status: 🔴 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! (09/14/26 – 10/11/2026)
Capacity: Limited to 14 students max (minimum 5 to host). Pre-registration is required!

🎟️ Seats fill fast! Reserve your spot today at rathdrum.gov/rec.
Or register in person at our office: 7851 W. Main St. Rathdrum, ID 83858

Questions? Call (208) 687-2399

09/22/2026

🏀 K-4th Grade Basketball League Registration Open 🏀

Get ready to hit the court! Registration is officially OPEN for our fun, recreational Youth Basketball League! Designed for kids in Kindergarten through 4th Grade, this learning league covers everything from basketball basics like dribbling, passing, and shooting, up to running team plays and drills.

📅 Registration Dates: Sept 2nd – Oct 7th or until full
🚀 Season Starts: Approx. Oct 26th
📍 Practice/Games: Schedule varies by grade level (see details below). Practice times and locations will be set by your volunteer coach.

Divisions:
Kindergarten: (3) Practices & (3) Scrimmages Monday Nights
1st Grade: (3) Practices & (3) Scrimmages Tuesday Nights
2nd Grade CO-ED: Games Saturdays
3rd-4th Grade Boys: Games Saturdays
3rd-4th Grade Girls: Games Saturdays
* This schedule is subject to change*

Important Details
Cost: $35 Registration Fee (Idaho State Sales Tax and Card Convenience Fee apply)

Getting your player on the court is easy! You can:
Register online at www.rathdrum.gov/rec

Register in person at the Parks & Rec office located at
7851 W Main Street, Rathdrum, ID 83858
Call Rathdrum Parks & Recreation at (208) 687-2399

Spots will fill up fast, so don't wait—secure your child's spot today!

🤝 Coaches & Sponsors Needed!
Want to make a difference in young athletes' lives? We are looking for volunteer coaches and team sponsors!

📞 Questions, Registration & Sponsorship Info:
Give our office a call at (208) 687-2399 or stop by and see us at 7851 W Main St, Rathdrum, ID 83858.
Don't wait—get your young ballers signed up before October 7th!

09/18/2026

📢 Calling All Local Vendors & Artisans! 🍂

Get ready to showcase your crafts, goods, or treats at the upcoming Rathdrum Main Street Market happening on October 2nd in Downtown Rathdrum!

If you want to be part of this fantastic community event featuring local arts and crafts, a food court, live music from Royale, and a b**r garden, make sure to get your application submitted before the cutoff date.
⏰ Application Cut-off Date: September 25th!⏰

Head over to https://rathdrumid.municipalone.com/1121/2026-Main-Street-Market to check out event details and submit your application. Spaces fill up fast, so don't wait until the last minute!

09/16/2026

Thank you Coeur d'Alene Press for posting our Fall Youth Soccer scores from last Saturday (09/12/26)

Youth soccer, flag football and more ...