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Things to do in Coeur d'Alene with kids in November 2026

Updated Nov 3, 2026

3 upcoming family events this month.

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Top picks

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    1. Journey to the North Pole Cruise

    When
    Fri, Nov 13 – Sun, Jan 3 · Sneak Peek Week Nov 13–25; regular season Nov 26, 2026–Jan 3, 2027. Departures 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 PM.
    Where
    Lake Coeur d'Alene Cruises · Downtown
    Price
    Nov 26–Jan 3: adults $30.50; seniors (55+) $29.50; youth 6–12 $15; ages 5 and under free. Nov 13–25: adults $23.50; seniors $22.75; youth $12.
    Ages
    Babies–17 yrs

    A 40-minute holiday-lights cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene to visit Santa's North Pole. Lower "Sneak Peek" prices run Nov 13–25.

  2. 2. Coeur d'Alene Lighting Ceremony Parade

    When
    Fri, Nov 27 · Fri, Nov 27: parade starts 5 PM at 8th St. & Sherman Ave. and heads west to Government Way / Northwest Blvd. Lighting ceremony and fireworks follow.
    Where
    Coeur d'Alene Downtown Association · Downtown
    Price
    Not posted
    Ages
    Babies–17 yrs

    The 34th annual parade lights up Sherman Ave. followed by carols, fireworks and the lighting of 1.5 million lights on the Coeur d'Alene Resort lawn.

  3. 3. Papa's Holiday Lights

    When
    Sat, Nov 28 – Wed, Dec 30 · Nov 28–Dec 30, nightly 5–10 PM. Closed Christmas Day.
    Where
    Papa's Holiday Lights · North Coeur d'Alene
    Price
    Not posted
    Ages
    Babies–17 yrs

    A holiday light display at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds.

All events in November 2026

Friday, Nov 13

Journey to the North Pole Cruise

When
Fri, Nov 13 – Sun, Jan 3 · Sneak Peek Week Nov 13–25; regular season Nov 26, 2026–Jan 3, 2027. Departures 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 PM.
Where
Lake Coeur d'Alene Cruises · Downtown
Price
Nov 26–Jan 3: adults $30.50; seniors (55+) $29.50; youth 6–12 $15; ages 5 and under free. Nov 13–25: adults $23.50; seniors $22.75; youth $12.
Ages
Babies–17 yrs

A 40-minute holiday-lights cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene to visit Santa's North Pole. Lower "Sneak Peek" prices run Nov 13–25.

Friday, Nov 27

Coeur d'Alene Lighting Ceremony Parade

When
Fri, Nov 27 · Fri, Nov 27: parade starts 5 PM at 8th St. & Sherman Ave. and heads west to Government Way / Northwest Blvd. Lighting ceremony and fireworks follow.
Where
Coeur d'Alene Downtown Association · Downtown
Price
Not posted
Ages
Babies–17 yrs

The 34th annual parade lights up Sherman Ave. followed by carols, fireworks and the lighting of 1.5 million lights on the Coeur d'Alene Resort lawn.

Saturday, Nov 28

Papa's Holiday Lights

When
Sat, Nov 28 – Wed, Dec 30 · Nov 28–Dec 30, nightly 5–10 PM. Closed Christmas Day.
Where
Papa's Holiday Lights · North Coeur d'Alene
Price
Not posted
Ages
Babies–17 yrs

A holiday light display at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds.

FAQ

Questions parents ask

What are the best kids events in Coeur d'Alene in November 2026?

Our top picks for November 2026: Journey to the North Pole Cruise, Coeur d'Alene Lighting Ceremony Parade and Papa's Holiday Lights.

Which November 2026 events are free?

No free events are posted for November 2026 yet. See Free this weekend for free picks right now.

What's happening this weekend?

We list 1 family event for Nov 13–15, 2026. See them on This weekend.

Are there multi-week exhibits I can visit any day?

Yes. These run for more than a week: Journey to the North Pole Cruise (through Jan 3, 2027) and Papa's Holiday Lights (through Dec 30, 2026). Check each listing for open days and hours.

How do I know event details are accurate?

Zippy Guide is the weekend list for Coeur d'Alene parents: an independent, family-friendly guide for Coeur d'Alene parents, covering things to do in Coeur d'Alene — story times, museums, parks, farmers markets, classes and open gym times. We gather details from organizers' public websites so you can plan your weekend in minutes. We're independent and not affiliated with the organizers listed. Times and prices change, so always verify before you go.