drone image of the Schweitzer village filled with people for Fall Fest
drone image of the Schweitzer village filled with people for Fall Fest

Fall Fest 2026 at Schweitzer

September 4 - September 7, 2026
The 33rd annual Fall Fest kicks off Friday, September 4! With live music, over 80 beers, ciders, and seltzers from the PNW, what's not to love? Not only that, but there will also be a wine tent, vendor tents, and food trucks with delicious and unique goodies for everyone to enjoy. The party lasts all of Labor Day weekend and offers something fun for the whole family. This is the final weekend of summer operations, so soak up the final chairlift rides, go on a hike, or mountain bike down some of our incredible terrain. While the beer drinking is for the grown-ups, there are kid-friendly options as well like our summer activities and a soda station where you can mix and create your own concoctions! Soda sampling is $25 and includes a kids' cup with 3 sampling tokens. Make sure you buy your souvenir glassware and come on up for an unforgettable weekend.
Glasses Coming Soon!

Keep an eye out for when we release our 2026 glassware. Labor Day Weekend | September 4- 7, 2026



Scenic Lift Rides
Soak in the view during our last days of chairlift operations for summer 2025. Enjoy your craft brew with your friends, sit on the patio at Sky House, or just take a lap around the lift and relax.
Activities
Not only will there be Fall Fest to enjoy, but a mountain full of some of our favorite summer activities. End your Schweitzer summer by enjoying everything there is to offer! Try out the bungee trampoline, zipline, or rock climbing wall - or snag an Ultimate Fun Pass and try it all.
Parking
Paid parking is available in the Lakeview Lot and complimentary parking is available in the Gateway Lot. We highly recommend carpooling and shuttling! Complimentary RV parking will also be available at the fire station near the roundabout (no services).
Shuttles
The SPOT bus will be running from the Red Barn at the base of the mountain to the Village.

More details to come!

Fall Fest FAQs

For those who aren't interested in beer sampling, we hope you still come join the fun! Listen to live music, shop with local vendors, and enjoy a day on the mountain. No tickets required! Looking for a non-alcoholic beverage? Grab a mocktail from Crow's Bench, a coffee from Mojo Coyote Cafe, or check out our new Schwagon Food Truck (coming soon!).

If you are looking to ride the chairlift, lift tickets can be purchased here.

Interested in one (or all!) of our many activities? Find more details here.
Sorry, but no. To partake in the beer sampling, all guests must purchase a 2026 souvenir glass!
Dogs are welcome but must be on leash during their visit! However, Fall Fest is a busy event with lots of people and other animals. Please use your best discretion if your fur baby is easily stressed or does not interact well with other dogs.

Please note: dogs are not permitted in the Lakeview Lodge or any of our dining outlets unless they are a certified service animal.
Feel free to bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages if you'd like! However, outside alcohol may not be consumed on the the premises.
It goes without saying, but we'll say it anyways. Kids cannot participate in the sampling (21+ only!). However, there are plenty of fun options to entertain the kiddos while the adults enjoy the wine! While there are plenty of free & fun things to do around the Village like a playground and lawn games, there are also activities like the trampoline jumper, rock climbing wall, and even a zip line! Or, bundle all the activities together with an Ultimate Fun Pass.
We are able to take card, cash, and tap to pay! For our local vendor booths, payment options vary.
The mountain is open for everybody during Fall Fest weekend. However, if you are partaking in beer sampling you must be 21+ with a valid, state issued ID.
Fall Fest is one of our favorite weekends and over the years we've found there are a few items that are helpful to pack for your day!
  • Sunscreen & sunglasses
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Lawn chairs or blanket - to make sure you have a cozy spot for the live music
  • Water bottle - there is a water refill station in the Selkirk Lodge, Humbird, and Ski & Ride Center
  • Umbrella - if it's really warm, umbrellas are a great way to provide shade wherever you are
Couple with their dog lifting their mugs of beer and smiling at Schweitzer's Fall Fest
large audience at live music performance for Schweitzer's annual Fall Fest
People on chairlift at Schweitzer with beer raising their glasses to other people
Performers at Schweitzer's annual Fall Fest with scenic view of Lake Pend Oreille in the background
Couple with their dog lifting their mugs of beer and smiling at Schweitzer's Fall Fest
large audience at live music performance for Schweitzer's annual Fall Fest
People on chairlift at Schweitzer with beer raising their glasses to other people
Performers at Schweitzer's annual Fall Fest with scenic view of Lake Pend Oreille in the background
Please note: Alcohol purchased outside of Schweitzer Village may NOT be consumed on the premises. Please make your purchases at one of the licensed establishments in the Village to support the Schweitzer Mountain Community Association.

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