2012 Festivals in Historic Wallace and the Silver Valley

Every year sees an amazing range of festivals that help make this the most fascinating small town in America! On this page, I present an enhanced version of the 2012 Wallace Chamber of Commerce Events Calendar. Many Silver Valley events are also included. Four of Wallace's festivals are large enough to warrant their own pages, complete with photos and forms.
Greg Marsh

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webwork by Marsh Scientific Services in progress always waiting for more 2012 calendar info
meanwhile reference 2011 calendar for recurring events

Depot Day 2011 photos and winners

The 70th running of the Lead Creek Derby from Mullan to Wallace, June 18, 2011

winners at the 70^th Lead Creek Derby, June 18, 2011

click to open 2010 Photos and Winners page in separate window

Huckleberry Festival 2010
Photos and Winners

Yuletide Lighting Festival 2010

Last summer we commemorated the Great Fire of 1910 and those who gave their lives to fight it.

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current weather
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If you know of a Silver Valley Event that is not listed below, or you see an error, please use this form to let me know. Thank You. Greg Marsh E-mail: Name:

March
9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25	28^th season of Spring Melodrama opens at the Sixth Street Theatre with "Love Letters" written by A. R. Gurney	(208) 752-8871

April
APRIL 2012 Wallace Chamber Newsletter download 4 page, 477 KB PDF file
6	First Friday in April Easter Egg Hunt in downtown Wallace Childrens eggs are filled with candy and/or stickers, plus 20 golden eggs good for great prizes. Adults eggs contain candy and store coupons. Stores stay open to 7 PM.	(208) 753-7151 Wallace Chamber
14	Silver Valley Business Expo 2012 at Sunnyside Elementary School 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Click graphic to get pdf registration form.	(208) 784-0821 Kellogg Chamber
14	Chili Cook-off (entry forms due by April 6) at Sunnyside Elementary School during Business Expo	(208) 512-2173 for chili cook-off
14	2012 Firemen's Blowout Music and Dancing at the Wallace Elks Club 7:00 to 12:00 PM hors d'oeuvres, no-host bar, silent auction and music by AFTERMATH, click poster for more info	(208) 556-1037
19	Friends of the Coeur d'Alene Trails Spring Meeting at the City Limits Brew Pub 7:00 PM, everyone welcome! The Friends is a not-for-profit Idaho corporation that promotes all bicycle venues in this region through its website and its popular free map/brochure, now in its eighth edition.	(208) 691-9169
27	Sierra Silver Mine Tour opens for the season at the corner of Fifth and Bank Streets	(208) 752-5151
28	2012 Leadman Triathlon run 200 feet across snow in order to ski/board 1 mile bike downhill 7 to 11 miles run 4.0 to 4.5 miles more information: leadmantriathlon.com	208-783-1507 Silver Mountain Resort
29	Downtown Clean-Up Day The annual Wallace Merchant Group's event begins at 9:00 AM; help them spruce up the town before festival season begins.	(208) 556-2005 Aubrey Stovern

May MAY 2012 Wallace Chamber Newsletter download 4 page, 1211 KB PDF file

2	40^th Sunshine Mine Disaster Memorial Service	(208) 784-0821
6	First Friday in May "April showers bring May flowers" Visit downtown merchants for chances to win an umbrella and flowers. Stores stay open to 7 PM.	(208) 753-7151 Wallace Chamber
5	Loyalty Day Parade in Osburn	(208) 753-7151 VFW
11	Sixth Annual Dinner Dance at the Eagles	Dave DeRoos (208) 753-3071
12	27^th annual Depot Day or Northern Pacific Railroad Depot Museum Festival and Classic Car Show 2012 in downtown Wallace Kiwanis Breakfast 7-11 AM Live Music with Twisted Bisquit beginning at 11 AM Beer Garden with local Micros "Brat Boys" and other Food Booths Crafts and Unique Vendor Booths Children's Games Free Depot Museum Tours Model Railroad Display Dinner Dance Friday Night 16 Classes & 50 Trophies Raffles Fun for the Entire Family!	(208) 752-0111 Depot Museum
26	The Route of the Hiawatha Rail-Trail will be open daily from May 26 thru October 7, 2012. The trail, trailheads, and facilities are open from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. During the peak season, June 25 thru September 3, the hours are extended to 5:30 PM (PDT).	(208)744-1301 Lookout Pass

June

1 - 3	Downtown Wallace Street Fair featuring vendors from the Northwest Antiques, Arts, Crafts, Music and Food	(208) 660-4483
14 - 16	Gyro Days Carnival and Lead Creek Derby in Wallace Thursday is the start of the downtown Carnival that runs through Saturday night. The Lead Creek Derby Raffle is based on the time it takes the Gyro Ball to float from Mullan to Wallace. 1^st wins $1000 worth of silver coins 2^nd - 6^th wins $100 7^th - 11^th wins $50 12^th - 14^th wins $25	(208) 512-3965 Wallace Gyro Club
16	Lead Creek Breakfast at the Morning Club in Mullan	(208) 744-1601 Dan White
16	71^st running of the Lead Creek Derby from Mullan to Wallace	(208) 512-3965
21	Bridge the Years and Ride the Wall in Enaville The registration form for this 14^th annual 13-mile bicycle ride and BBQ on the longest day of the year may be downloaded at the Fuller Center for Housing website.	(208) 786-6013 Fuller Center

July

3	Idaho Statehood Day — parade through Downtown Wallace	(208) 556-0904 Carol Thrasher
5 - 6	Silver Spokes Bicycle Jam The Silver Spokes Wallace Omnium combines contestant placement in Time Trials, Hill Climb and Criterium to award CASH PRIZES and medals. This part of the Silver Valley wide event is being produced by the Friends of the Coeur d'Alene Trails. In order to keep the races affordable there are no late fees, and the cool event T-shirt is offered as an option for $20. However, preregister for the Omnium (3 races) and get the T-shirt for free. Preregister for 1 or 2 races and get the T-shirt for just $10. It is easy to preregister at USA Cycling. On-site Omnium and Time Trial registration will be at Samuels Park, 7th & Cedar Streets, 5:00 to 6:30 PM Friday, and beginning 90 minutes prior to the Hill Climb and Criterium on Saturday. Questions: stevepro65@gmail.com.	(208) 753-0591 Shauna Hillman
13 - 14	First Annual Wallace Blues Festival There will be various blues artists and bands around town, inside and outside, playing Friday and Saturday afternoon and evening. On Saturday, July 14^th, Cedar Street will be blocked off from 7^th to 6^th Avenues, and a Main Stage will be erected to feature local and regional blues bands from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM. Main Stage Acts to appear include: Curtis Salgado Nick Vigarino Too Slim & The Taildraggers The Pat Coast Band The Fat Tones Hoodoo Udo There will be other acoustic blues music outside on the streets featuring: Ray Roberson Brother Music Doghouse Boyz And these three bands will also appear in other locations around Wallace on Friday, July 13^th: Laffin' Bones Kenny James Miller Band Sammy Eubanks	(208) 512-1260
15 - 21	ATV Jamboree and Rodeo 2012 in and around Wallace	(208) 512-2269 High Mountain ATV Association

August

10 - 12	Second Annual Historic Wallace Accordion Festival Preliminary SCHEDULE Friday, August 10^th Downtown Wallace registration starting at noon Open Mike at the Gazebo Music at various downtown establishments 7 PM Concert at Wallace Elks - Tickets only $15 Michael Bridge (world renowned) The Portatos Accordion Band Tango Volcado with Patricia Bartell Saturday, August 11^th (all events FREE to the public) Accordion Celebration Parade 9AM (Line-up at 5th & Cedar Street 9 AM) Accordion Workshops all day (for registered participants) Open Stage at Gazebo Live accordion music at various downtown establishments 5 - 9 PM Street Party at gazebo featuring Victor V. Duckmandu Sunday, August 12^th Farewell Pancake Breakfast: 9AM-11AM at Wallace Elks Lodge - 419 Cedar Street. Come say goodbye to your new and old friends at the Farewell Pancake Breakfast. It's also an opportunity to support Cub Scout Pack 331. Suggested donation is $6 per person. Contact director@wallaceidahochamber.com for the latest information.	(208) 753-7151 Wallace Chamber
17 - 18	Huckleberry Festival 2012 in Wallace Craft and food Vendors Friday 11 AM to 8 PM Saturday 10 AM to 8 Pm Great Kid Activities Live Music Huckleberry Hound & sheriff Campaigns Huckleberry Bake-Off	(208) 753-7151
18	Wallace Rotary's Huckleberry Pancake Breakfast	(208) 753-7151
18	5K Huckleberry Run	(208) 753-7151

September

1 - 3	eighth annual Under the Freeway Flea Market click image to open letter size pdf poster	(208) 753-0591 Historic Wallace Preservation Society

October

November

December

7	Wallace Yuletide Celebration	(208) 753-7151 Wallace Chamber

December

Wallace Yuletide Celebration

(208) 753-7151
Wallace Chamber

Wallace History June 06, 2003	Modern Wallace October 10, 2008
Recreational Opportunities January 27, 2011	Photo Album December 29, 2003
Wallace Business May 08, 2012	Relocation Information April 02, 2012
Wallace Homepage May 15, 2012	Today's Weather (updated every hour) September 10, 2011
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