
Porcupine Races
Fri, Jul 04
|Council Elementary-Football Field
Don’t miss the world-famous Porcupine Race—a crowd-favorite tradition that brings excitement and fun to the 4th of July celebration!


Time & Location
Jul 04, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Council Elementary-Football Field, Michigan St, Council, ID 83612, USA
About the event
The World-Famous Porcupine Races in Council, Idaho are a quirky and cherished tradition held each Fourth of July. Drawing locals and visitors alike, the event features live porcupines racing down specially designed tracks in a lighthearted competition that captures the town’s fun-loving spirit. With cheering crowds, friendly bets, and lots of laughs, the porcupine races are a uniquely Council way to celebrate Independence Day and showcase small-town charm at its finest.
