Fantasy of Dreams Festival – Idaho 2026

Fantasy of Dreams Festival – Idaho 2026 runs July 24–26 at Oldtown Rotary Park in Oldtown, Idaho, bringing a free family-friendly fantasy weekend to a riverside setting on the Pend Oreille River. Fairies, mermaids, costumes, vendors, food, music, and the ticketed Masquerade Ball will be among the main highlights of the celebration.

The event invites visitors of all ages to step into an imaginative festival atmosphere inspired by magical characters, fantasy costumes, creative vendors, and summer entertainment. General admission to the main festival is free, making it an accessible weekend option for families, fantasy fans, and visitors exploring northern Idaho.

Fantasy-themed events like this one can also be found in the wider listings of Fantasy Fairs and seasonal Renaissance Faires and Medieval Festivals in July 2026.

🕒 Opening Hours

• Friday: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

🏰 Festival Setting

Oldtown Rotary Park provides the setting for the festival, with the Masquerade Ball taking place at the gazebo overlooking the Pend Oreille River. The riverside location adds an open-air backdrop to the weekend’s fantasy costumes, booths, food, music, and special activities.

Visitors will be able to explore booths featuring art, crafts, food, music, and merchandise, creating a market-style experience throughout the three-day event.

🎭 Masquerade Ball

One of the main special activities will be the Masquerade Ball, held at the gazebo in Oldtown Rotary Park. These sessions are separate from the free general admission festival and require tickets.

The Masquerade Ball will include a buffet and a costume contest, with brunch and dinner sessions scheduled on both Saturday and Sunday.

⚔️ Masquerade Ball Schedule

Saturday, July 25

• 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.: Brunch session
• 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Dinner session

Sunday, July 26

• 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.: Brunch session
• 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Dinner session

🎟 Admission and Masquerade Ball Tickets

General admission to the main festival is free for all ages.

Masquerade Ball tickets are priced separately for each session:

📍 Oldtown, Idaho

Oldtown is a small community in Bonner County, Idaho, located along the Pend Oreille River near the Washington state line. The town was originally associated with the Newport area before being incorporated as Oldtown in 1947, and its location makes it closely connected to both northern Idaho and eastern Washington.

The city remains a compact riverside community, with a population that has historically been only a few hundred residents. Its position near U.S. Route 2 makes it accessible by road from nearby towns and regional cities, while rail travelers can use regional Amtrak service to reach nearby stations and continue by road.

By car, Oldtown is reached mainly through U.S. Route 2, with connections from Spokane, Sandpoint, and other northern Idaho routes. By train, the closest practical option is to travel to a nearby regional rail stop and complete the journey by car, taxi, or local transport depending on availability.

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