It’s already halfway through Summer 2024 but we wanted to round up a solid list of annual Boise summer events and activities to get on your radar! Do you have any of these on your family’s calendar?
Local Farmers Markets
When: All summer long
Where: various locations across the Treasure Valley
About: There’s no better way to spend a Saturday afternoon than wandering through one of the many local Farmers Markets in the area. Shop items from local artisans and grab locally grown food and flowers!
Jump Jam & Jive
When: Every other Tuesday through August
Where: JUMP Boise
About: This high-energy event is perfect for kids who love to move! Enjoy live music and dancing on the patio of JUMP. Don’t forget your lawn chairs!
Alive After Five
When: Wednesdays, June through August
Where: The Grove Plaza, Downtown Boise
About: This free outdoor concert series is a staple of the city of Boise’s summer scene. Bring the family downtown for an evening of live music, food trucks, and fun activities.
Indian Creek’s Tuesdays on the Creek
When: Tuesdays, June through September
Where: Indian Creek Plaza, Downtown Caldwell
About: Enjoy live music, a farmers market, and plenty of activities for the kids. It’s a wonderful way to spend a summer evening exploring the vibrant community of Caldwell.
Thursday Thunder Concerts
When: June-August
Where: Boise Spectrum
About: Live music, tasty food, raffles and more each Thursday night starting at 6pm.
Neighborhood Concerts
When: Throughout the summer
Where: Various Boise Parks
About: These free concerts bring live music to local parks, making it easy for families to enjoy a fun night out close to home. Pack a picnic and enjoy a diverse range of musical acts.
Outlaw Field Summer Concert Series
When: July, August, and October
Where: Idaho Botanical Garden
About: Enjoy an evening of live music under the stars! With a diverse lineup of artists, these concerts are perfect for a family picnic while listening to great tunes in a beautiful outdoor setting. Learn more about taking kids here.
Boise Hawks Baseball Games
When: All summer long
Where: Memorial Stadium, Garden City
About: Take me out to the ballgame! Cheer on the Boise Hawks and enjoy an evening of America’s favorite pastime. The family-friendly atmosphere and fun between-inning activities make it a great outing. A Hawks game is a great time for everyone! Check out the Boise Hawks Kids Club here.
Idaho Shakespeare Festival
When: All summer long
Where: Idaho Shakespeare Festival Amphitheater, Boise
About: Experience the magic of live theater under the stars. The festival offers a variety of plays that are perfect for introducing kids to the world of Shakespeare and beyond. Check out this summer’s lineup here and learn about going WITH kids here.
Outdoor Movies
When: Various dates (mostly on Friday evening throughout the summer)
Where: Various locations
About: Watching a fun evening movie under the stars is a summer tradition. Bring your blankets and snacks to one of the many outdoor movie nights happening around the Treasure Valley. Click here for our roundup.
Snake River Stampede
When: July
Where: Ford Idaho Center, Nampa
About: “The wildest fastest show on Earth” Experience the thrill of one of the top rodeos in the nation. With exciting events, live music, and a family night featuring special activities for kids, it’s a must-see event for rodeo fans.
Canyon County Fair
When: July 25-28
Where: Caldwell
About: Enjoy all the fun of a classic county fair! From carnival rides and games to live entertainment and delicious fair food, there’s something for everyone in the family.
Boise Baroque Summer Musical Festival
When: Sunday evenings in August and the first week of September
Where: Outdoors at the Château des Fleurs
About: Introduce your family to the classics with this festival’s enchanting performances. It’s a delightful cultural experience that both kids and adults can enjoy. Learn more about going with kids here.
Western Idaho Fair
When: August 16-25
Where: Expo Idaho, Boise
About: This larger-than-life fair offers endless entertainment, from thrilling rides and games to concerts and agricultural exhibits. It’s a highlight of the summer that the whole family will love.
Keep these in mind for next summer:
Boise Music Festival
When: June
Where: Expo Idaho, Boise
About: This all-day music extravaganza features a mix of national and local acts across multiple stages, offering fun for the whole family.
Family Summer Palooza
When: June (June 14, 2025)
Where: Expo Idaho, Boise
About: This family-focused event offers games, activities, and entertainment designed to delight families with kids of all ages.
Twilight Criterium
When: June
Where: Downtown Boise
About: Watch professional cyclists race through the streets of downtown Boise in this exciting event. Kids will love the speed and energy of the races and there is a kids race they can participate in as well.
Did we miss anything? Let us know!