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September 4th - 7th, 2026 | Lowman Idaho
SouthFork Lowman Days | September 4th-7th 2026
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Blast from the past, Labor Day weekend at SouthFork Lodge has been a gathering place for the Lowman community and travelers passing through the Boise National Forest. Dating back to the 1950s and lasting decades, the original Lowman Days were known for long weekends filled with live music, food, laughter, and people coming together in the mountains at the edge of the Payette River. What began as a simple mountain-town tradition has inspired a new vision for the future of SouthFork Lodge.
Today, Lowman Days returns as a four-day celebration of Idaho’s outdoors, culture, food, and community. Set in the heart of the Boise National Forest, the weekend brings together live music, storytelling, educational talks, culinary demonstrations, outdoor recreation, family activities, and unforgettable meals shared around the fire. From fly fishing and rafting conversations to Dutch oven cooking, backcountry education, long-table dinners, field games, and nightly headliners, Lowman Days is designed to feel authentic, grounded, and deeply connected to the land and people that make this region special.
Whether you come for the music, the food, the river, or simply to slow down and reconnect, Lowman Days is built to bring people together in a way that feels timeless and uniquely Idaho.
Explore the 2026 schedule of events, reserve your pass, and join us Labor Day weekend at SouthFork Lodge.
Plan your stay, reserve your tickets, nominate a speaker or demonstrator, apply to volunteer, or join Lowman Days as a vendor. Whether you’re coming for the full weekend experience, the live music, the river, or the food, space is limited and early planning is encouraged. Signature private dinners and curated culinary experiences require RSVP at least one week prior to the event and are expected to fill quickly.
Friday, Sept 4th – Kickoff Day
Lowman Days begins with a true SouthFork gathering filled with gold panning, chainsaw carving, outdoor demonstrations, and the energy of the Boise National Forest. The day leads into a community crawfish boil, fire-driven food, and a live evening headliner that sets the tone for the weekend ahead. Friday sets the tone for the weekend ahead.
Sunday, Sept 6th – River & Community Day
Sunday blends adventure and relaxation with morning yoga, fly fishing demonstrations, family games, and conversations centered around Idaho’s rivers and outdoors. As the sun sets, guests gather once again for an intimate private culinary dinner and another unforgettable evening at SouthFork.
Saturday, Sept 5th – Full Immersion Day
Start the morning with yoga in the pines before diving into a full day of demonstrations, talks, and hands-on experiences including sheep shearing, backcountry education, and classic field activities. The evening culminates with a private long-table culinary dinner, followed by live music and the SouthFork Horseshoe Classic.
Monday, Sept 7th – Last Run on the Payette
The final day of Lowman Days slows the pace with morning yoga, brunch, and one last gathering before summer fades. The weekend closes with “Last Run on the Payette,” a family-friendly Labor Day float from SouthFork Lodge to the Deadwood takeout celebrating the close of another Idaho river season.
VOLUNTEER AT LOWMAN DAYS | Volunteers are a huge part of what makes Lowman Days feel real.