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Custer Day 2026

July 11, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Yankee Fork Gold Dredge

300 Yankee Fork Rd
Stanley, ID 83278 United States

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Our hearts are full of gratitude! A huge THANK YO

Things to do this week in Challis: Monday July 6t

Things to do this week in Challis:

Monday July 6th —
⛳️ 7 AM — First Tee Golf Camp @ Challis Golf Course
💻 4:30 PM — Computer Club @ Challis Public Library

Tuesday July 7th —
⛳️ 7 AM — First Tee Golf Camp @ Challis Golf Course
📚 11 AM — Pre-K Story Time @ Challis Public Library

Wednesday July 8th—
⛳️ 7 AM — First Tee Golf Camp @ Challis Golf Course
🌎 2:30 PM — “Around the World” Summer Reading @ Challis Public Library

Thursday July 9th —
⛳️ 7 AM — First Tee Golf Camp @ Challis Golf Course
🪴 12 PM — Sprouts @ Challis Public Library
💃 7 PM — Country Partner Dance Lessons @ Challis Roadhouse

Friday July 10th —
⛳️ 7 AM — First Tee Golf Camp @ Challis Golf Course
📖 6 PM — Author Presentation & Book Signing — Cleve Davis @ Challis Public Library

Saturday July 11th —
🥬 10 AM — Challis Community Farmer’s Market @ Challis City Park
📜 10 AM — Custer Day @ 350 Yankee Fork Rd
♟️ 6 PM — Bingo @ Challis Senior Citizens Center
🎶 7 PM — LIVE MUSIC — JJ Jones @ Challis Roadhouse

Sunday July 12th —
no events

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TODAY IS THE DAY! Happy America250! Happy Indepen

🎆 Get ready for an unforgettable Fourth of July

🎆 Get ready for an unforgettable Fourth of July fireworks show in Challis!

As the sun goes down, look to the sky for one of the biggest highlights of the day! Fireworks will be launched from the North Custer Rodeo Grounds starting at 10 PM, lighting up the night in celebration of Independence Day.

🌟 Best viewing locations:
• Challis City Park
• City Baseball Field at the Park (please stay off the new field)
• Challis Community Events Center

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, family, and friends, and arrive early to claim the perfect spot!

🚫 For everyone's safety, spectators will NOT be allowed at the North Custer Rodeo Grounds during the fireworks display.

A huge thank you to the North Custer Fire Department for hosting this spectacular show. We can't wait to celebrate with you — see you under the sparks! 🎇

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Please join us in congratulating our 2026 Challis

Please join us in congratulating our 2026 Challis 4th of July Parade Grand Marshals, Ron and Sande Hill Yacomella!

Ron and Sande have dedicated their lives to serving, supporting, and strengthening the Challis community, and we are honored to recognize them as this year's Grand Marshals.

Ron was raised on a ranch in the East Fork and attended school in Challis. After earning an associate degree in engineering, he returned home to begin a 37-year career with the U.S. Forest Service, where he served as Fire Management Officer before retiring. His commitment to protecting our forests and community has left a lasting impact.

Sande was raised on a ranch in Montana and attended school in Twin Bridges before eventually making Challis home. She and Ron were married in 2003. An entrepreneur at heart, Sande founded Design Boutique before later selling the business and opening Way Out West Real Estate in Challis. As she prepares to retire this year, we also want to congratulate her on a successful career serving our community.

Together, Ron and Sande have built their lives around the people and places that make Challis special. They love working and living in this community and are grateful for the many family members, friends, and neighbors who have been part of their journey.

Thank you, Ron and Sande, for your years of service, dedication, and community spirit. We look forward to celebrating with you as you lead this year's 4th of July Parade!

They will be proudly escorted through the parade by Cole and Sarah Thornock.

❤️🤍💙 Congratulations to our 2026 Grand Marshals!

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A bigTHANK YOU to Salmon River Propane for their d

A bigTHANK YOU to Salmon River Propane for their donation to support our 4th of July Kids Games! 🇺🇸🎉

Their contribution is helping provide prizes and supplies that make this beloved tradition so much fun for the kids in our community. It's because of the generosity of local businesses like Salmon River Propane that we can continue creating memorable experiences for families celebrating Independence Day in Challis.

We are incredibly grateful for their support and commitment to making this year's celebration extra special. Be sure to join us on the 4th for an afternoon of fun in City Park — we can't wait to see everyone there!

Thank you, Salmon River Propane, for helping make our community shine!

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Things to do this week in Challis: Monday June 29

Things to do this week in Challis:

Monday June 29th —
no events

Tuesday June 30th —
🗳️ 4:30 PM — 2nd Annual Community Round Table and Networking Event @ Challis Community Events Center
🏘️ 5:30 PM — City Council Meeting @ Challis City Hall

Wednesday July 1st—
no events

Thursday July 2nd —
💃 7 PM — Country Partner Dance Lessons @ Challis Roadhouse

Friday July 3rd —
🎶 2 PM — LIVE MUSIC — Whiskey Dogs @ Real Deal Smoke & Taphouse
🎶 4 PM — LIVE MUSIC — Rita June Richardson @ Real Deal Smoke & Taphouse
🎶 6 PM — LIVE MUSIC — Beth & Ryan Millick @ Real Deal Smoke & Taphouse
🎶 7 PM — LIVE MUSIC — MollyJohn @ Challis Roadhouse
🎶 8 PM — LIVE MUSIC — No Return @ Real Deal Smoke & Taphouse

Saturday July 4th —
🇺🇸 8 AM — Flag Raising @ Custer County Courthouse
🥞 8:30 AM — Pancake Breakfast @ the Legion Hall
🥬 10 AM — Challis Community Farmer’s Market @ Challis City Park
🏁 1 PM — Parade Floats Line-Up @ top of Main Street
🚒 2 PM — Downtown Parade @ Main Street
🍔 3 PM — Chamber of Commerce BBQ @ City Park *KIDS EAT FREE — Sponsored by: Thompson Creek Mine / Centerra Gold*
🏆 3 PM — Kids Games @ City Park
🎶 3 PM — Live Music — Doug Armento @ City Park
🧲 3 PM — Horseshoe Tournament @ City Park
🛝 3 PM — Water Slides, Water Toys, & Bounce Houses for kids @ City Park
⛳️ 6 PM — Cornhole Tournament @ City Park
🎶 6 PM — DJ John Stetler @ City Park
🎶 7 PM — Live Music — Jensen Buck Music @ City Park
🎆 10 PM — Fireworks @ North Custer Rodeo Grounds

Sunday July 5th —
no events

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A huge THANK YOU to Salmon River Electric Cooperat

A huge THANK YOU to Salmon River Electric Cooperative for their generous donation to our Challis 4th of July festivities!

Their support will help cover prizes for the kids games, making sure our youngest community members can enjoy a fun-filled day of friendly competition, laughter, and celebration.

Community events like our 4th of July celebration are only possible because of the generosity of organizations like SREC that invest back into the communities they serve. We are grateful for their partnership in helping make this year's festivities extra special as we celebrate America250 together.

Thank you, SREC, for helping create lasting memories for local families and visitors alike!

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🚨 PARADE REGISTRATION REMINDER! 🚨 Don't mis

🚨 PARADE REGISTRATION REMINDER! 🚨

Don't miss your chance to be part of the Challis 4th of July Parade!

Whether you're representing a business, organization, club, family, or just have a creative idea to celebrate America250, we'd love to see you in the parade. Decorate a float, gather your crew, and help make this year's celebration one to remember!

Register your parade entry today:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549AEA82DA5F5C16-64421689-4thofjuly#/

The parade steps off at 2 PM on July 4th in downtown Challis. Let's fill Main Street with community spirit, patriotic pride, and plenty of red, white, and blue!

Questions? Contact us at challischamber@custertel.net or 208-879-2771.

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