Fourth of July weekend in Boise is the perfect time to get out and have some summer fun with the kids! Whether you’re looking for a festive parade, fantastic fireworks, or other holiday weekend fun, there are plenty of local activities that the whole family is sure to love. Here’s your go-to guide for 4th of July events in the Treasure Valley with children of all ages.
Boise’s 4th of July Celebration
Location: Cecil D. Andrus Park & Ann Morrison Park
Time: 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
Come gather in Idaho’s Capital City to celebrate our 250th Anniversary! We’ll honor our founding fathers, mothers and those who have sacrificed for our freedoms we enjoy today. As we celebrate together we can ensure our Great Nation will endure another 250 years. The downtown Boise parade travels on Jefferson and Bannock streets in front of the State Capitol. Our community comes together to celebrate our freedoms and the blessing it is to be an American.
7:00 – 10:00am: Veteran Entrepreneurial Alliance (VEA) Community Breakfast – Cecil D. Andrus Park
9:00 – 9:30am: Zamzows, The Patriotic Pet Party in the Park – available live on Fox9
10:00 – 11:30am: Idaho America250 4th of July Parade – available live on CBS2/Fox9, and Idaho Public TV
12:00pm – Idaho A250 Capitol Celebration in Cecil D. Andrus Park. Continue the celebration as we gather in the park for music, games and food.
10:15pm (dusk): City of Boise Fireworks Celebration Ann Morrison Park
Meridian Independence Day Festival
Location: Storey Park
Time: Festivities at 4 PM, fireworks at 10:20 PM
https://meridiancity.org/parks/specialevents/independence-day/
Meridian City is looking forward to a grand fireworks display in Storey Park to celebrate the 250 anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence! The park will be open to families for picnics and fireworks viewing. Food trucks will be onsite at 4:00 pm for snacks and tasty local cuisine.
Thanks to Meridian Speedway for partnering with the City of Meridian once again to bring this celebration to the people of Meridian. The fireworks display will be set off from the back (east side) of the Speedway at dusk, at approximately 10:20 pm.
Kuna’s 4th of July Celebration
Location: Bernie Fisher Park
Time: 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
https://www.kunacity.id.gov/561/4th-of-July-Celebration-in-Kuna
The City of Kuna is proud to join the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary by embracing the spirit of “Honoring Heritage, Cultivating the Future.” As we reflect on our rich history and the enduring values that have shaped our community, we look forward to cultivating a thriving future that continues to uphold the principles of freedom and unity for generations to come.
This year, the City of Kuna will add special events, exhibits and community activities to our 4th of July Celebration. We invite you all to join us at the celebration. Bring your friends and family to our beautiful city to make lasting memories and celebrate the spirit of independence!
Caldwell’s 4th of July Party
Location: Downtown Caldwell, Memorial Park in Caldwell, and Brother’s Athletic Park in Caldwell
Time: 9am – dusk depending on event
https://www.cityofcaldwell.org/Visitors/City-Events/4th-of-July
Parade: 9 am Downtown Caldwell
Join us for Caldwell’s 2026 Independence Day Celebration! Experience a day filled with exciting activities, live entertainment, delicious food, and spectacular fireworks. Celebrate with friends and family as we honor our nation’s independence in the heart of Caldwell. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event! There will be a parade, armed medieval combat showcase, classic car show, vendor fair, and fireworks!
Gem County Independence Day Family Festival
Location: The Mill, 520 W Main St, Emmett, ID, 83617
Time: 10am-10pm
https://america250.idaho.gov/events-calendar/gem-county-independence-day-family-festival
Join us for the annual Gem County Independence Day Family Festival, a full day of red, white, and blue celebration packed with something for everyone! Enjoy classic games and activities, live entertainment throughout the day, delicious food from local vendors, and an action-packed Kid Zone designed to keep festival-goers smiling. As the sun sets, the festival will come to an end, and the fireworks show will begin. Gather with family and friends for one of the area’s most spectacular fireworks shows, lighting up the sky in true patriotic fashion. It’s a cherished community tradition filled with hometown pride, family fun, and unforgettable memories you won’t want to miss!
July 4th Hometown Celebration and America250! in Star
Location: Various locations
Time: 9:00 am – 10:15 pm
https://staridaho.org/1513/America250-in-Star
America’s 250th birthday is a big deal—and Star is celebrating in a big way.
In addition to our Hometown Celebration, we’re rolling out community projects and experiences across the city, including a Mosaic Mural, the “Moments That Made Us” series along the Freedom Trail in Freedom Park, and a time capsule that will be placed in Liberty Hall and opened for America’s 300th birthday.
This isn’t just a one-day event—it’s a year of opportunities to get involved, show your pride, and be part of something larger than yourself.
Firecracker Fun Run
Hometown Celebration Parade
Grand Old Flag Luncheon
Old Fashioned Pie Auction
Yankee Doodle Kid’s Games
Hometown Food Court
Spirit of the Red, White & Blue Concert
Freedom Fireworks Show
Middleton 4th of July
Location: Middleton Place Park
Parade, fireworks, and community fun!
Melba’s “Old Tyme” 4th of July
Location: Various locations in Melba
Time: 6 am – Dusk
2026 Theme “Spirit of 1776”
The Melba “Olde Tyme” 4th of July is gearing up for another year. The 2026 theme is “Spirit of 1776: Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom”.
As always we begin with the Fun Run in the morning. Our parade begins at 10:30am and many other events take place throughout the day. We wrap it all up with an incredible fireworks display at dusk. We are looking forward to seeing you on Saturday, July 4th, 2026.
Treasure Valley God and Country Festival
Location: Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater
Time: Gates typically open at 5:30 PM, with the event running until the fireworks end. Free admission; Ford Idaho Center charges a small fee (usually $5) for parking.
https://www.godandcountryfestival.com
60 Years of Faith & Family • 250 Years of Freedom
Join us for the 60th Anniversary God & Country Family Festival — a Treasure Valley tradition celebrating faith, family, and freedom.
Enjoy music, family-friendly activities, commemorative keepsakes, and a memorable fireworks finale
— all centered on community and hope.
Homedale Demolition Derby
Location: Owyhee County Fair
Time: 7 pm
https://www.facebook.com/events/970602855764220
🚨 TICKETS ARE LIVE! 🚨
The countdown is officially on! The Homedale Lions Club 45th Annual Demolition Derby is coming July 4th, and tickets are now available online!
🔥 45 Years of Derby Tradition
🇺🇸 Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday
💥 Bigger Hits. More Action. More Memories.
📍 Owyhee County Fairgrounds – Homedale, Idaho
🗓️ July 4, 2026
Tickets are currently being sold online through TicketLeap for the 45th Annual event. Do not purchase from any other site.
Music on the Patio
Location: ICCU Base Area Plaza, 2600 N Bogus Basin Rd, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
Time: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
https://bogusbasin.org/event/music-on-the-patio-at-bogus-basin/2026-07-04
Grab lunch and a beverage at the Double R Ranch BBQ Smokehouse or the Bogus Creek Grill, and spend the afternoon listening to free, live music featuring local Treasure Valley musicians. Music on the Patio takes place on the ICCU Plaza in front of the Bogus Creek Lodge from 2 pm to 5 pm. All ages are welcome to attend!
Enjoy the fresh mountain air all day! Take a hike, adventure in the Mineshaft Challenge Course, mountain bike ride, or scenic chairlift ride, there is an activity for everyone at Bogus Basin. Summer operations on the mountain are open through Labor Day. See current operating hours here.
Summer Events on the Mountain
Free
All are welcome!
July 4 @ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Playing On the patio
Fourth of July With the Boise Hawks
Location: Boise Hawks Stadium in Boise
Time: July 4&5, games at 7:05 PM, fireworks when game is over
The Boise Hawks will have three post-game firework shows from July 4th and 5th! Bring the family, watch a Boise Hawks baseball game, and enjoy a firework show after!
VEA 4th of July Pancake Breakfast
Location: Cecil D Andrus Park
Time: 7:00 am – 10:00 am, $5 for general public, veterans eat free
https://www.vealliance.org/events-1/2025-vea-4th-of-july-pancake-breakfast
Join the Veteran Entrepreneur Alliance for the Fourth of July Pancake Breakfast, a long-standing community tradition we are proud to carry forward after decades of leadership from the Gem State Kiwanis Club.
This is one of those events that just feels right. Good food, familiar faces, new connections, and a chance to kick off Independence Day surrounded by your community.
2026 is even bigger. This year marks the America 250 celebration, honoring 250 years of independence. Expect a strong turnout, a great atmosphere, and a morning that actually feels like something worth showing up for.
We will be serving a full pancake breakfast with all the staples, right in the heart of downtown Boise at Cecil D. Andrus Park, directly in front of the Idaho State Capitol building.
4th of July U-Pick
Location: The Potted Blossom – 3023 S Mcdermott Rd, Nampa, ID
Time: 9am-1pm
https://www.facebook.com/events/972535475794524
Celebrate the 4th of July with flowers, sunshine, and a little farm magic 🇺🇸🌸
Join us at Potted Blossom Flower Farm for a special U-Pick from 9 AM to 1 PM! Stroll through the fields, snip your own fresh bouquet, and soak in a peaceful summer morning.
We have fun for the whole family:
- A kid-run lemonade stand (cold, refreshing, and extra cute) 🍋
- A festive scavenger hunt with prizes hidden around the farm
- Plenty of blooms to create your own one-of-a-kind bouquet
Bring your friends, bring your kids, and come make some simple, joyful memories with us this 4th of July.
United We Celebrate
Location: Idaho State Museum, 610 Julia Davis Dr., Boise, ID, 83702
Time: 10am-3pm
https://history.idaho.gov/event/united-we-celebrate-a-community-day
This Fourth of July, join us at the Idaho State Museum as we celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary! Enjoy free admission all day from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Explore our two newest exhibitions—United We Celebrate: The Traditions That Bring America Together and Four Score and Seven Years Before—curated to mark this historic milestone. Throughout the day, enjoy hands-on activities for all ages while honoring America’s past, present, and future this Independence Day.
Check the Boise With Kids Calendar for Events
There are lots of fun, family-friendly events happening over 4th of July weekend and for the rest of summer. Check them out at boisewithkids.com/events. The 4th of July events in the Treasure Valley offers the best mix of fun and memory-making. No matter what event you choose, these activities will make your holiday unforgettable. Happy Independence Day!