Upcoming Veterans Day events and ceremonies

North Idaho is honoring its veterans before, during and after Veterans Day on Nov. 11, recognizing the bravery, sacrifice and service of our military heroes.

Nov. 6

Free dental care for veterans | 8 a.m. to  2 p.m., Generations Dental, 1223 N. Government Way., Coeur d’Alene. Generations Dental is commencing “Operation Veteran Smiles,” giving free dental services to homeless and in-need veterans. Dr. Justin Rader and his team onsite will perform the work.

Nov. 7

Rathdrum Community 2025 Veterans Recognition Ceremony | 11 a.m., Lakeland High School, 7006 W. Highway 53, Rathdrum. Co-sponsored by American Legion Post 154, Northwest Guardian Riders and the City of Rathdrum, all residents are invited to participate in the tribute to the men and women who have served in the military. Doors will open at 10 a.m. and the ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. Lunch will be served following the program.

Nov. 8

Veterans Day meal | 1 p.m., St. Maries Elks Lodge, 628 Main St., St. Maries. Co-sponsored by American Legion Post 25 and the local Elks Lodge.

Nov. 11

Free dental care for veterans | Sunshine Dentistry, 1280 E. Polston Ave., Post Falls. Sunshine Dentistry is offering free dental care for uninsured, low-income veterans in the community. Services include crowns, cleanings, extractions, fillings, exams and X-rays. Proof of military service is required. Call 208-773-5505 to schedule an appointment.

Thanking Veterans | Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d'Alene. The Kroc Center is putting together a photo reel of Kroc Center members or their loved ones while in the military to recognize members who submitted photos. On Veterans Day, the center will have a table with staff in the lobby thanking local veterans for their service.

Veterans Day Breakfast | 9 a.m., Cabela’s, 101 N. Cabela Way, Post Falls. Veterans and their families and friends are invited to enjoy coffee, doughnuts, shared stories and camaraderie. One lucky attendee will leave with a Land of the Free swag set, according to the store’s Facebook page.

Veterans Day Ceremony | 11 a.m., Veterans Memorial Plaza, McEuen Park, 420 E. Front Ave., Coeur d'Alene. American Legion Post 14 and VFW Post 889 are partnering to serve free coffee and pastries at McEuen Park behind The Coeur d’Alene Resort on Veterans Day. Coffee and pastries will be provided by local business Pastry and More. Golf carts will be available for those who are handicapped. Free to attend.

Veterans Day and 2026 Distinguished Veteran Ceremonies | 11 a.m., Hayden City Hall, 8930 N. Government Way, Hayden. The City of Hayden and its Veterans Commission will conduct its 20th annual Veterans Day Ceremony. The ceremony will include the Northern Lake Fire Protection District Honor Guard, Skyway and Atlas Elementary Schools Music Programs and the Hot Punch Highlanders. This year’s ceremony will be highlighted by the recognition of Paul Braden as the 2026 Distinguished Veteran of the Year. Len Crosby, who served seven years in the Army, including two combat tours in Vietnam, will be the ceremony’s guest speaker.

Silver Valley Veterans Day Ceremony | 11 a.m., Silver Valley Veterans Memorial, Railroad and Station avenues, Kellogg. A ceremony to honor our military veterans and give them a "thank you" for their service.

Veterans Day Assembly | 2 p.m., Post Falls Middle School, 301 E. 16th Ave., Post Falls. Veterans in attendance will be recognized with their name, branch and years of service. Refreshments will be served prior to the start of the assembly. This event is free and open to the public. Visitors, please check in at the front office.

Vets Dinner | 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., VFW Hall, 32119 5th Avenue, Spirit Lake. A dinner featuring turkey "and all the fixings" will be hosted at the VFW Hall in Spirit Lake. The dinner is free for all veterans and one guest. Water and coffee will be provided, but diners are asked to bring their own beverages if they want to drink something else. To-go boxes will be provided. Donations are accepted as well.

Nov. 13

Veteran Health Care Orientation Class | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Coeur d’Alene VA Clinic, 915 Emma Ave., Coeur d'Alene. Veterans can attend a health care orientation class at the Coeur d’Alene VA Clinic on Emma Avenue in Room 159. Attendees will gain understanding of benefits for primary, specialty and mental health care. They’ll also get information about social work, pharmacy and medication refills, emergency and urgent care, co-payments, travel benefits, patient advocate programs and more. Those interested can register for the event by calling 509-434-7009 or emailing [email protected]. Family members and friends are welcome to join. Walk-ins are welcome too.

Nov. 14

Wills for Warriors | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Crandall Law Group/eLegacy Law, 8596 N. Wayne Drive, Hayden. “Wills for Warriors” will inform veterans about options for their wills. The estate planning event will include the creation of a free basic will. Openings are limited, so register by calling 888-308-7526 or email [email protected]. 

Veterans Family Day | Noon to 3:30 p.m., Athol Community Center, 30355 N. Third St., Athol. Veterans of all ages and their families will be treated to a free, fun day. There will be food such as chili, hot dogs and cookies. Activities like ax throwing, cornhole and arcade basketball will take place. RSVP to 208-661-2883 (appreciated but not required).

Nov. 15

Bowling for Veterans Fundraiser Tournament | 9 a.m., Sunset Bowling Center, 202 W. Sunset Ave., Coeur d’Alene. The format is blind doubles with bowlers playing three games, changing partners after each game. Prizes will be awarded to double winners after each game. Handicap is 90% of 230. Raffles with over $4,000 in prizes, 50/50 and a silent auction to bid on a variety of items. The tournament is open to all adult U.S. Bowling Congress bowlers 18 and older. Entry fee $30 per person ($13.50 lineage, $16.50 donations to veterans). Sign up by yourself or with others. Proceeds to benefit Dogsmile Adventures. Walk-ins are welcome for $35 each if space is available.