Lodge Fest - Friends of Palouse Divide

Where: Palouse Divide Lodge, Benewah County, Idaho

Lat/Long: 47.0682403,-116.6735644

When: SATURDAY, August 22nd and Sunday, AUGUST 23rd 2026

Check IN at Lodge Fest on FB!

Click here to learn more about the History of the Palouse Divide

ADMISSION

Admission is FREE, no one will be turned away at the gate for lack of payment. However suggested donations support the event!

Suggested minimum cash (preferred), check, or Venmo donation at gate: $10 per person per day; $30 per family per day.

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FESTIVAL SCHEDULE

SATURDAY August 22nd

Gates open 1 pm to 10pm

Indoor and outdoor activities include: hiking, mountain biking, set up campsites, yoga, massage, silent auction, crafts, quilt raffle, vendors, antiques, live music, food trucks, revelry, and stargazing!

Please click on the logos and photos below for more info about festival participants.

1:00-10:00pm-“The Palouse Divide Lodge: It’s Past, Present, and Future” Exhibit in the historic CCC Cabin

1:00-5:00pm–WSU Raptor Club

2:30-3:30 pm–Maitri Yoga with Erin in the Cedar Room, on the 2nd floor of the Main Lodge (by donation)

2:00-9:00pm–Massage with Rose Garland, LMT in the Cedar Room, on the 2nd floor of the Main Lodge (by donation)

2:00-9:00pm–Crafting in the Cabin in the Woods

2:00pm-9:00pm–Kids Crafts, Lawn Games, and Hands-on Activities with Lenea from Idaho PTV: PBS Education (free)

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE

On the Front Porch of the Main Lodge::

4:00-5:00pm–The Chelseas: Opening Lodge Fest 2026, Acoustic Folk band from Moscow, ID. Just singin’ for the love of it.

5:15-7:00pm–The Sultry Swines: World music influenced mainly by rhythms and grooves from Latin America, American Blues, and Rock ‘n Roll. They sure make you move your feet!

7:15-9:00pm–The Hurricane Surfers: lively seven-piece Rock band from Moscow, ID performing originals and covers.

9:30pm–Night Yoga Nidra with Erin in the Cedar Room, on the 2nd floor of the Main Lodge (30 minutes) (by donation)

9:30pm-11:59pm–Stargazing with the Palouse Astronomical Society

Click here for info about CAMPING and INDOOR ACCOMODATIONS at Lodge Fest

SUNDAY August 23rd

Gates open 8am to 4pm

Indoor and Outdoor Activities include: hiking, mountain biking, yoga, massage, silent auction, quilt raffle, vendors, antiques, live music, food trucks, and more revelry!

8:00am-4:00pm-“The Palouse Divide Lodge: It’s Past, Present, and Future” Exhibit in the historic CCC Cabin

8:00-9:00am–Sunrise Flow Maitri Yoga with Erin in the Cedar Room, on the 2nd floor of the Main Lodge (60 mintues) (by donation)

9:00am–10k+5k Fun Run supported by the Palouse Roadrunners at the Palouse Divide (by donation). Check the PRR FB page and website for more details as the event approaches.

Links to 10k route and 5k route::

PDFR-10K Download

PDFR-5K Download

9:00am-4:00pm–Massage with Rose Garland, LMT in the Cedar Room, on the 2nd floor of the Main Lodge (by donation)

9:00am-4:00pm–Crafting in the Cabin in the Woods

9:00am-4:00pm–Kids Crafts, Lawn Games, and Hands-on Activities with Lenea from Idaho PTV: PBS Education (free)

10:00am-3:30pm–Silent Auction inside the Main Lodge Dining Room. All proceeds go towards the Palouse Divide Community Co-op (PDCC) start-up costs. Click here to learn more about the PDCC effort.

11:30am-12:15pm-Post Ride/Post Run Stretching and Mobility Maitri Yoga with Erin (by dontation)

1pm + 2pm + 3pm–Calming Energy Reset Sessions with Kristine Petterson in the Cedar Room, on the 2nd floor of the Main Lodge

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE

On the Front Porch of the Main Lodge::

10:00am-11:00am–Will Fontaine: Will Fontaine’s Alternative Folk Rock sound—inspired by the likes of Josh Ritter, Incubus, RHCP, and Dave Matthews—combines danceable rhythms and addictive melodies with candid reflections on finding meaning and living with greater purpose. He currently resides in Moscow, ID with his partner and daughter. Check out Will on Bandcamp.

11:15am-12:15pm–Steptoe: three-piece local Bluegrass band, led by local luthier Paul Hill, beloved Treasurer and active member of the Palouse Divide Nordic Ski club.

12:30-1:30pm–Frogtown: seven-piece band from Moscow, ID that plays a lively mix of jigs, reels, polka, marches, and waltzes from across the globe.

1:45-2:45pm–Bigger Boat: a cappella quartet from Moscow, ID that performs sea shanties and maritime songs.

3:00-4:00pm–The Chelseas: Closing out Lodge Fest 2026, five-piece acoustic folk band from Moscow, ID. Just singin’ for the love of it.

PARKING

-Please carpool if possible (parking spots are limited)

-Please park in designated parking areas only; overflow parking may be across Hwy 6 at the entrance to Dennis Mountain Road, along the Palouse Divide Lodge Entrance Road, and the Palouse Divide Forest Service Road.

NOTE: please park parallel to Forest Service roads only and keep all roadways clear at all times for emergencies

WHAT TO BRING?

camp chairs/lawn chairs
picnic blanket
refillable water bottle
sun shade tents/umbrellas/awnings/sunscreen
overnight gear (for camping or lodge guests)
yoga mat/yoga blocks (optional)
mountain bike (optional)
cooler (optional)
stories and memories to share of your time at the Palouse Divide
good vibes!

FOOD and BEER VENDORS

Please click on the logos to check out their menus.

RETAIL VENDORS

Located inside the Tamarack Room on the 2nd floor of the Lodge (overflow vendors will be located outdoors). Please click on the logos to check out their sites.

Click here for Code of Conduct Policies for Lodge Fest

Thank you to our Festival Sponsors!

Many thanks to our Local Business and Private Sponsors whose support makes this event possible! Please click on the logos to visit their sites and show them some love.