Boise’s annual Basque festival aligns with the July 31 feast day of Saint Ignatius de Loyola, or San Inazio, the Patron Saint of the Basques, which holds cultural and spiritual significance for the Basque community. Saint Ignatius, a Basque soldier who later became a priest and theologian, was born in the Basque province of Gipuzkoa in the 15th century and is known for being the founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuit order). In Basque tradition, festivals often center around a saint and their feast day. While San Inazio is a secular festival, we do hold a mass to honor the Basque patron saint.
https://www.basquecenter.com/san-inazio/
2026 Schedule
FRIDAY, JULY 31
5 PM: BFA exhibition game
5:45 PM: Friends and Family Night at the Center Please bring a pintxo to share!
6 PM: BFA exhibition game
7 PM: Women’s Handball Semi Final Game 1
7:30 PM: Women’s Handball Semi Final Game 2
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
7 AM: Basque Open at Warm Springs Golf Course
10 AM: BFA exhibition game
11 AM: Basquing on the Block
Boiseko Gazteak Performance
Txantxangorriak Performance
Oinkari Basque Dancers Performance
2 PM: BFA exhibition game
3 PM: BFA exhibition game
4 PM: Women’s Handball Final
7 PM: Mass with the Boise Oñati Dancers and Biotzetik Basque Choir at St. John’s Cathedral
8:30 PM: Bertsolaritza on the Block
9 PM: Street Dance on the Basque Block
SUNDAY, AUGUST 2
6:45 PM: Bertsolaritza on the Block
7 PM: Women’s Doubles Handball Exhibition
7:15 PM: Txantxangorriak Performance
8 PM: Street Dance on the Basque Block
Backpack and School Supply Distribution w/ Star Library
Backpack and School Supply Distribution w/ Star Library
August 1, 20269:00 am – 6:00 pm Ada Community Library, Star Branch, 10706 W State St, Star, ID 83669, USA
August 1, 20269:00 am – 2:00 pm 18252 Chicken Dinner Rd, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83607
Kid Vendor? Here is the application: https://forms.gle/YN7ssvhQ3V6uDB8WA
Enjoy the morning with us at the farm picking flowers and shopping from our child entrepreneur market!
As always, we’ll have food + drink vendors and live music from Natalie Soma for you and your families to enjoy! Can’t wait to see you!
Meridian Main Street Market
Meridian Main Street Market
August 1, 20269:00 am – 1:30 pm Meridian Main Street Market, 33 E Broadway Ave, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
August 1, 202610:00 am – 1:00 pm 2600 N Bogus Basin Rd, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
Are you curious about the wild blooms that brighten up your favorite hiking trails? Join Boise National Forest botanist, Crista O’Conner, for an engaging wildflower walk to admire and discover the beauty of native plant communities. Along the way, you will learn to identify common native plants, hear fascinating facts, and see the landscape through a botanist’s eyes. Here is an invitation to slow down, tune in, and explore the world of Bogus Basin’s vibrant flora.
Learn more & register on the Bogus Basin Events Page. https://bogusbasin.org/event/guided-nature-program-wildflowers/2026-08-01/
Blues & Brews @ Green Acres
Blues & Brews @ Green Acres
August 1, 202610:30 am – 9:30 pm Green Acres Food Truck Park, 767 S Pioneer St, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Green Acres is teaming up with the Idaho Blues Society for a full day of live blues, craft beer and great food.
Blues & Brews is an all-day celebration of local music, local beer and community, bringing together four incredible blues bands, a special craft beer tasting, Boise’s favorite food trucks and family-friendly activities all in one place along the Greenbelt.
LIVE MUSIC 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Mike Johnston Band 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Billy Blues Band 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Jeff Engelbert Band 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM | Too Slim and the Blues Saviors
THE BEST GREENBELT BEER CONTEST Throughout the day, we’ll be pouring six guest beers from local breweries that aren’t normally available at The Green Acres Bar as part of The Best Greenbelt Brew Contest. Grab a pint or enjoy a tasting flight, vote for your favorite and help decide which beer earns a spot on tap at The Green Acres Bar all throughout August
FOOD & ACTIVITIES A full lineup of food trucks will be serving throughout the day, along with local vendors, face painting, an inflatable obstacle course and of course, we couldn’t host an all-day blues concert without inviting everyone’s favorite blue dog! Bluey will be making a special appearance from 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM near the stage for photos and meet-and-greets before the evening performance.
The lineup: Loving Lefse (Breakfast starting at 9am) So|Me Acai (Breakfast starting at 9am) The Lemon Cow Sear + Savor Chingu Korean Eats IdaPoe BBQ Pizza Piou Crisp
Kuna Days is an annual celebration hosted by the Kuna Chamber of Commerce on the first weekend of August. This event brings together the community of Kuna, Idaho to enjoy a variety of festivities.
The City of Kuna and our Parks and Recreation Department is proud to support Kuna Days by hosting The Down N’ Dirty Mud Run and The Cornhole Tournament this year.
Down N Dirty Mud Run
August 1, 2026
11:00 AM | BMX Park
Astegos.org is back with their FREE TOY GIVEAWAY!
For more details about these events: https://kunacity.id.gov/569/Kuna-Days
For Kuna Days Information reach out to the Kuna Chamber of Commerce
Storytime at Barnes and Noble
Storytime at Barnes and Noble
August 1, 202611:00 am – 12:00 pm 1315 N Milwaukee St. Boise ID 83704
Join us every Saturday at 11am for Storytime in our Children’s department. Come read with us and enjoy stories of your favorite characters followed by a craft.
August 1, 20262:00 pm – 5:00 pm 2600 N Bogus Basin Rd, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
Enjoy free, live Music on the Patio on Saturdays and Sundays through Labor Day! 🎶
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!
See the full Music on the Patio lineup here: https://bogusbasin.org/event/music-on-the-patio-at-bogus-basin-2026-09-05/
On the Road to Nationals- Capital City Flute Orchestra & BSU Flute Studio Concert
On the Road to Nationals- Capital City Flute Orchestra & BSU Flute Studio Concert
August 1, 20263:00 pm – 4:00 pm 516 S 9th St, Boise, ID 83702, USA
The Capital City Flute Orchestra and Boise State University Flute Studio in Concert
August 1, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm 521 E 41st St, Garden City, ID, United States, Idaho 83714
Join us at The Boardwalk Plaza for a summer filled with good vibes and great music! Enjoy live performances every Saturday & Sunday evening and on the first Thursday of each month, featuring an exciting lineup of local artists and bands.
Current Schedule:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 5-7pm
Beginning Memorial Day Weekend:
Friday: 5-8pm
Saturday: 2-8pm – TWO ARTISTS
Sunday: 1-4pm
Bring your friends, grab a bite to eat or a glass of wine, and soak up the sunset with the sounds of Boise’s best talent. Whether you’re a longtime local or just passing through, The Plaza is the perfect spot to kick back, connect, and let the music move you.
Trivia Bingo Night
Trivia Bingo Night
August 1, 20266:00 pm – 7:00 pm Spring Shores Marina
Come join Lucky Peak State Park for an exciting evening of trivia bingo at Spring Shores Marina! Meet us in our renovated visitor center and bring your friends! No fee required to pay.
Broadway at Encore presents The Little Mermaid
Broadway at Encore presents The Little Mermaid
August 1, 20266:30 pm – 9:30 pm NNU Brandt Center
Join our all-star cast and live pit orchestra at the gorgeous Swayne Auditorium for this brilliant show "under H2O"!
August 1, 20267:00 pm – 9:00 pm Jack's Urban Meeting Place (JUMP), 1000 W Myrtle St, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Bring your friends and family and come support local musicians in our very first Battle of the Bands competition.
Saturday August 1st will feature student bands from schools around the Treasure Valley, then on Saturday August 8th the adult bands will take the stage. At the end of each, a panel of local judges will crown the champion and give out some amazing prizes to the top three bands. Both competitions kick off at 7pm with beloved local celebrity Rocci Johnson as emcee!
BATTLE OF THE BANDS SATURDAY AUGUST 1ST + AUGUST 8TH | 7:00PM | JUMP AMPHITHEATER | ALL AGES | FREE
PRIZES: All bands receive a professional photo shoot prior to the competition 3rd Place: $100 cash, custom designed band poster 2nd Place: $100 cash, custom designed band poster, professional studio recording (one song) 1st Place: $300 cash, custom designed band poster, professional studio recording (one song), professional music video made in collaboration with JUMP’s Dreamweaver Film Collective
Boise’s annual Basque festival aligns with the July 31 feast day of Saint Ignatius de Loyola, or San Inazio, the Patron Saint of the Basques, which holds cultural and spiritual significance for the Basque community. Saint Ignatius, a Basque soldier who later became a priest and theologian, was born in the Basque province of Gipuzkoa in the 15th century and is known for being the founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuit order). In Basque tradition, festivals often center around a saint and their feast day. While San Inazio is a secular festival, we do hold a mass to honor the Basque patron saint.
https://www.basquecenter.com/san-inazio/
2026 Schedule
FRIDAY, JULY 31
5 PM: BFA exhibition game
5:45 PM: Friends and Family Night at the Center Please bring a pintxo to share!
6 PM: BFA exhibition game
7 PM: Women’s Handball Semi Final Game 1
7:30 PM: Women’s Handball Semi Final Game 2
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
7 AM: Basque Open at Warm Springs Golf Course
10 AM: BFA exhibition game
11 AM: Basquing on the Block
Boiseko Gazteak Performance
Txantxangorriak Performance
Oinkari Basque Dancers Performance
2 PM: BFA exhibition game
3 PM: BFA exhibition game
4 PM: Women’s Handball Final
7 PM: Mass with the Boise Oñati Dancers and Biotzetik Basque Choir at St. John’s Cathedral
8:30 PM: Bertsolaritza on the Block
9 PM: Street Dance on the Basque Block
SUNDAY, AUGUST 2
6:45 PM: Bertsolaritza on the Block
7 PM: Women’s Doubles Handball Exhibition
7:15 PM: Txantxangorriak Performance
8 PM: Street Dance on the Basque Block
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San Inazio – Basque Festival
San Inazio – Basque Festival
August 2, 20266:30 pm – August 3, 202610:00 pm
Boise’s annual Basque festival aligns with the July 31 feast day of Saint Ignatius de Loyola, or San Inazio, the Patron Saint of the Basques, which holds cultural and spiritual significance for the Basque community. Saint Ignatius, a Basque soldier who later became a priest and theologian, was born in the Basque province of Gipuzkoa in the 15th century and is known for being the founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuit order). In Basque tradition, festivals often center around a saint and their feast day. While San Inazio is a secular festival, we do hold a mass to honor the Basque patron saint.
https://www.basquecenter.com/san-inazio/
2026 Schedule
FRIDAY, JULY 31
5 PM: BFA exhibition game
5:45 PM: Friends and Family Night at the Center Please bring a pintxo to share!
6 PM: BFA exhibition game
7 PM: Women’s Handball Semi Final Game 1
7:30 PM: Women’s Handball Semi Final Game 2
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
7 AM: Basque Open at Warm Springs Golf Course
10 AM: BFA exhibition game
11 AM: Basquing on the Block
Boiseko Gazteak Performance
Txantxangorriak Performance
Oinkari Basque Dancers Performance
2 PM: BFA exhibition game
3 PM: BFA exhibition game
4 PM: Women’s Handball Final
7 PM: Mass with the Boise Oñati Dancers and Biotzetik Basque Choir at St. John’s Cathedral
8:30 PM: Bertsolaritza on the Block
9 PM: Street Dance on the Basque Block
SUNDAY, AUGUST 2
6:45 PM: Bertsolaritza on the Block
7 PM: Women’s Doubles Handball Exhibition
7:15 PM: Txantxangorriak Performance
8 PM: Street Dance on the Basque Block
$3 Movie Monday: Despicable Me
$3 Movie Monday: Despicable Me
August 3, 202611:00 am – 2:00 pm 700 W Main St, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
This film is part of our $3 Summer Movie Series. To view the full lineup, visit our Movies page at egyptiantheatre.net/movies/
Doors open 30 minutes before the film starts.
Monday Matinee Movies @ Meridian (Pinnacle) Library
Monday Matinee Movies @ Meridian (Pinnacle) Library
August 3, 20261:00 pm – 3:00 pm Meridian Library – Pinnacle, 1375 E Phenomenal St, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
Event Details
Come watch these family-friendly movies with free popcorn in our air conditioned library theater. We will watch the following movies that align with our “Unearth A Story” Summer Reading Program.
June 1: The Good Dinosaur PG
June 15: Ice Age PG
July 6: Toy Story PG
July 20: Night at the Museum PG
August 3: A Minecraft Movie PG
We will provide popcorn and a magical matinee movie!
August 3, 20262:00 pm – 5:00 pm 700 W Main St, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
This film is part of our $3 Summer Movie Series. To view the full lineup, visit our Movies page at egyptiantheatre.net/movies/
Doors open 30 minutes before the film starts.
Meridian Monday Night Market
Meridian Monday Night Market
August 3, 20264:00 pm – 9:00 pm 205 E Franklin Road, Meridian, ID
Enjoy a family friendly atmosphere with farm goods, handcrafted artisan wares, baked treats, refreshing beverages, food trucks, live entertainment, weekly raffles, and more!
All conveniently located next to sheltered picnic tables, a playground, restrooms, and other activities.
**No market Labor Day 9/7/26**
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Tasty Tales at Guru Donuts!
Tasty Tales at Guru Donuts!
August 4, 202610:30 am – 11:00 am Guru Donuts, 928 W Main St #100, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Guru Donuts is partnering with Rediscovered Books in downtime Boise to bring Tasty Tales!
Tasty Tales is an event where kiddos can come to listen to stories read by Rediscovered Books. A great opportunity for parents to come hang out and have a coffee and some avocado toast while their kiddos enjoy donuts & story time.
Julia Davis Park Rose Garden Dedication
Julia Davis Park Rose Garden Dedication
August 4, 202611:30 am – 12:00 pm Julia Davis Park, 700 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Join the City of Boise, Diane Davis Myklegard and family, the Idaho Rose Society and project partners as we celebrate the completion of improvements to the beloved Julia Davis Park Rose Garden. We’ll meet under the gazebo for short remarks and a ribbon cutting ceremony. Then, attendees are welcome to explore the garden.
Visit the City of Boise’s website to learn more about this project.
August 4, 20261:00 pm – 2:00 pm Common Ground Coffee and Market, 6419 W Ustick Rd, Boise, ID 83704, USA
Common Ground Summer Story Time Series!
Come hear stories from local children’s authors reading their own books (and beloved books from their childhood) and multi-generational community members (elderly neighbors/teenage employees/close friends of Common Ground) reading stories from our local Library!
Tuesdays at 1pm!
Kids Art Class @ Books on the Vine w/ Wandercraft
Kids Art Class @ Books on the Vine w/ Wandercraft
August 4, 20261:00 pm – 2:30 pm Books on the Vine- Books, Art & Art Classes, 5208 Fairview Ave, Boise, ID 83706, USA
Join of for a drop in Kids Art Class!
ALL AGES WELCOME!
Every Tuesday June 2 – August 25
1:00-2:30pm
Pay what you can per class!
More info:
carriedaway@wandercraftfun.org
Classes at Books on the Vine
5208 W. Fairview Ave
Crafternoons for Kids at Library at Collister
Crafternoons for Kids at Library at Collister
August 4, 20264:00 pm – 5:00 pm Sycamore Room
Join us at the Library! at Collister for a new arts and crafts project every week! Designed for kids ages 6-11. Younger children may need adult assistance.
Caldwell's Farm to Fork Farmer's Market
Caldwell's Farm to Fork Farmer's Market
August 4, 20265:00 pm – 9:00 pm Indian Creek Plaza, 120 S Kimball Ave, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA
The Caldwell Farm to Fork Farmer’s Market is part of Tuesdays on the Creek at Indian Creek Plaza in downtown Caldwell. The Farmer’s Market runs from 5pm – 9pm, in conjunction with the Summer Concert Series, which runs from 6pm – 8pm.
Tuesdays on the Creek is every Tuesday from May through September!
August 4, 20265:00 pm – 7:00 pm Chick-fil-A, 300 S Broadway Ave, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Grab a seat, pick a game, visit with the cow and let the fun begin!
Tuesday Night Market @ Green Acres
Tuesday Night Market @ Green Acres
August 4, 20265:00 pm – 9:00 pm Green Acres Food Truck Park, 767 S Pioneer St, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Tuesdays just got a whole lot better✨
Starting June 2, we’re launching our Tuesday Night Market. A 10 week series packed with local businesses, live music, food trucks, drinks, and all the good summer night energy.
Shop from a variety of local businesses featuring everything from apothecary goods and handmade jewelry to clothing, crafts, treats, trinkets, novelty finds, and more while enjoying tunes from live music all night long.
🗓️ The series runs every Tuesday through August 4.
We still have a couple vendor spots left in the lineup, so if you’ve been thinking about joining us, now’s the time.
📲 DM us or email team@greenacresboise.com for schedule and booking info.
Bike Rodeo (Walk Bike & Ride Event)
Bike Rodeo (Walk Bike & Ride Event)
August 4, 20266:00 pm – 8:00 pm Mountain View Park
Celebrate the end of summer at this free community event!
Bring your bike and ride through the safety obstacle course with Safe Routes to School! Get a quick ABC tune-up with Boise Bicycle Project and cool off in the splash zone with the ACHD tanker truck!
August 4, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm Corner of Kimball Ave & Arthur St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
Idaho native Cliff Miller has quickly become a premier act in the northwestern music scene having shared the stage with national artists including Lee Brice, Whitey Morgan, Randy Houser, Casey Donahue, Flatland Cavalry, Shane Smith and The Saints, and Jerrod Nieman.
August 5, 202610:00 am – 12:00 pm The WaterShed, 6411 N Ancell Ave, Boise, ID 83714, USA
Join The WaterShed this summer for free all-ages activities, crafts and scientific demonstrations led by the WaterShed Action Team teens in the outdoor River Campus! Each event has a unique theme and partner organization, so you can return and experience different programs. In this final week of the series, we’ll be celebrating summer with cool treats and fun outdoor activities.
August 5, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm Corner of Kimball Ave & Arthur St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
Closing celebration of our summer kids’ series
Neighborhood Concert Series
Neighborhood Concert Series
August 5, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Get ready for another summer packed with free concerts in the parks! We are entering the 6th year of the Neighborhood Concert Series, where we have partnered with Lost Grove Brewing, St. Luke's Health Plan, and Energize Our Neighborhoods to bring live music to neighborhoods around Boise.
Park Schedule: June 24 – Sunset Neighborhood Association – Sunset Park July 15 – West Boise Neighborhood Association – Florence Park July 22 – Southeast Neighborhood Association – Cypress Park August 05 – Collister Neighborhood Association – Catalpa Park August 19 – North End Neighborhood Association – Elm Grove Park August 26 – Meridian Neighborhood Association – Bear Creek Park
SO|ME Market at Pinnacle
SO|ME Market at Pinnacle
August 5, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm 1363 E Phenomenal St, Meridian, ID 83642-1057, United States
At the SO|ME Market, community comes to life. We bring together residents, local makers, farmers, and entrepreneurs for evenings filled with fresh finds, familiar faces, and a lively neighborhood vibe. Set in the heart of Pinnacle, the market is a place to discover goods that are grown, made, and created by people right here in our community, all while enjoying live music and entertainment.
Join us every Wednesday night from 5-8PM starting April 15 through October 28!
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First Thursday in Downtown Boise
First Thursday in Downtown Boise
August 6, 2026 Downtown, Boise, ID, USA
Treat yourself to a fun night with your favorite downtown retailers, services, watering holes and restaurants by browsing the listings below and making a plan to enjoy the places that make Downtown Boise the special place that it is.
Experience First Thursday!
Visit Downtown Boise the First Thursday of each month to experience art, shopping, dining, live music, family activities and entertainment in a special and unique way you’ll only find Downtown.
Our local merchants plan exciting, engaging in-store events including food and beverage tastings, local art exhibits, and trunk shows. Stop into your favorite establishment or check out someplace new!
Events typically run from 5:00 – 9:00pm, but each merchant creatively plans their own event so check each listing below for individual hours and details. https://downtownboise.org/events/first-thursday
First Thursday at B.A.M. & Studio Art Exploration
First Thursday at B.A.M. & Studio Art Exploration
August 6, 202610:00 am – 7:00 pm Boise Art Museum
First Thursday at B.A.M. & Studio Art Exploration:
First Thursday – Access for All! 1st Thursday of each month | 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Admission is ‘pay what you can’ all day BAM offers extended hours on the First Thursday of each month from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. along with special programs including Studio Art Exploration. Admission and programs are by donation.
Studio Art Exploration Drop-in, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Hands-on art making in BAM’s Education Studios. Drop-in designed for all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Super Soaker Showdown @ Indian Creek Plaza
Super Soaker Showdown @ Indian Creek Plaza
August 6, 202611:00 am – 1:00 pm Corner of Kimball Ave & Arthur St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
Get ready for an epic showdown on the plaza! We’re bringing the thrill of summer to life with our Super Soaker extravaganza. Join us as we team up with our local fire department to unleash a tidal wave of fun. Caldwell Fire Department is bringing their massive fire engine to create the ultimate splash. It’s the kiddos against the firefighters: Let the battle begin!
Bring your own Super Soakers and keep filling them up in our mini pools, strategically placed throughout the plaza to keep the battle going. Take part in the most epic water war imaginable. It’s time to gather your squad, tag your friends, and gear up for an afternoon of non-stop laughter and excitement.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable adventure. Bring your A-game and let the splash-filled mayhem begin! Get blasted!
August 6, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm 3805 N Cole Rd Suite# 203, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83704
Join us for the kick off to our second season! We have moved to Spaulding Ranch, just down the road from last year’s location so come see what all the fuss is about! We will have music, food, farm fresh produce and much much more!
The West Bench Farmers Market fosters a regenerative, inclusive food system by providing a vibrant marketplace that celebrates both locally-sourced and globally-inspired agricultural products.
First Thursday Under the Tree
First Thursday Under the Tree
August 6, 20265:00 pm – 7:00 pm Cherie Buckner-Webb Park, 1100 W Bannock St, Boise, ID 83702, USA
First Thursday Under the Tree: Unfinished Revolutions
Come join the City of Boise in celebrating America 250! This year, First Thursday’s on the Plaza becomes First Thursday’s Under the Tree as we join in the semiquincentennial celebrations. Each month, we will celebrate a different theme and explore Boise’s rich cultural and historical significance in the story of America. Highlighting the diverse communities that make up Boise, come enjoy music, food, and community!
The monthly themes and music lineups will be announced soon! Stay tuned for more information.
August 6, 20265:00 pm – 6:30 pm Ivywild Pool, 2250 S Leadville Ave, Boise, ID 83706, USA
Please join us for this fun evening of socializing, celebrating inclusion and cooling off at the pool! The event has been rescheduled to Thursday, August 6 due to unhealthy air quality. The rescheduled event will be FREE to attend.
The AdVenture Program has rented out Ivywild Pool for individuals with disabilities and their friends/family. The pool has a sloped entry and a water chair is available to help people transfer into the pool. Non-swimmers are welcome to wear a coast guard approved life jacket.
August 6, 20265:00 pm – 6:00 pm Garden City Public Library, 6015 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
Tween Zone Thursdays, 5:00pm, Ages 8-15 Join us for an awesome new activity each week! Science experiments, art projects, or games. No matter what the activity, it is gonna be a fun time with friends. Snacks are always provided.
Kids' Fix It Bike Night @ Boise Bicycle Project
Kids' Fix It Bike Night @ Boise Bicycle Project
August 6, 20266:00 pm – 7:00 pm Boise Bicycle Project, 1027 S Lusk St, Boise, ID 83706, USA
Every Thursday night, kids from the community (accompanied by an adult) can bring their bike to work hands on with our team of volunteer mechanics to repair or maintain their bicycle free of charge! Anyone is welcome and can come any time between 6pm-7pm.
Thursday Thunder at Boise Spectrum
Thursday Thunder at Boise Spectrum
August 6, 20266:00 pm – 8:00 pm Boise Spectrum Center, 7709 W Overland Rd, Boise, ID 83709, USA
Join us at 6 PM for free live music shows each Thursday this summer. Bring your friends, grab a bite, and enjoy an evening of great music, giveaways, and summer vibes.
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2026 Popsicles with the Mayor of Kuna
2026 Popsicles with the Mayor of Kuna
August 7, 20261:00 pm – 3:00 pm Kuna Splash Pad
Mayor Stear and our Kuna Parks and Recreation team invite you to Kuna’s Annual Popsicles with the Mayor event at the Kuna Splash Pad. Come ready to make a splash and cool off from the heat with water slides, the Splash Pad and popsicles!
Thank you to our sponsor: Super C
Date and Time
August 7, 2026
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Kuna Splash Pad
151 W 2nd St.
Kuna, ID 83634
This event is hosted by the City of Kuna
Bubble Day in the Park
Bubble Day in the Park
August 7, 20261:00 pm – 3:00 pm 2121 E Lake Hazel Rd, Meridian, ID 83642-7205, United States
🫧 You’re Invited to Our 2nd Annual Bubble Day in the Park! 🫧
Join Beyond the Books for a FREE afternoon of fun, laughter, and community!
📅 Friday, August 7th
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Discovery Park
2121 E. Lake Hazel Rd.
Meridian, ID 83642
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🫧 Bubble play
👩🏫 Meet our amazing teachers
🎨 Fun hands-on activities
🎁 FREE raffle with multiple winners
😊 A chance to learn more about Beyond the Books
Beyond the Books is a local nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable extracurricular and enrichment classes for homeschool and at-home education students. We believe that education is more than information, and our goal is to create opportunities for students to explore music, art, STEM, languages, life skills, and so much more in a welcoming community.
Whether you’re already part of Beyond the Books or just curious about what we offer, Bubble Day is the perfect opportunity to meet our teachers, make new friends, and see what our nonprofit is all about.
✨ This event is completely FREE and open to kids of all ages!
Invite your friends, grab your bubbles, and come celebrate with us! We can’t wait to see you there! 💙🫧
End of Summer Party @ Garden City Library
End of Summer Party @ Garden City Library
August 7, 20262:30 pm – 4:00 pm Garden City Public Library, 6015 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
End of Summer Party!
It is going to be a party! We will have crafts, music from Boise Rock School and more! We will update the party as we get more Summer Reading logs turned in to unlock more fun!
We gave you the challenge, and you crushed it!
Get ready to hang out with friends, craft, win prizes with carnival games, race through an inflatable obstacle course, cool off with snow comes, and get some pizza(while supplies last
Parent Survival Night at The Little Gym & Snapology
Parent Survival Night at The Little Gym & Snapology
August 7, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm 7906 W Marigold St, Suite 100
We’re flippin’, splashin’ and wave crashin’ at the The Little Gym and Snapology Beach Party! Bring your luau energy and funniest fish faces where we’ll crab walk, SHARK wheel, and SHELLabrate all evening – without tracking back a grain of sand!
August 7, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm Sandbox by Hill House- Garden City, 6843 N Strawberry Glenn Rd #150, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
This isn’t just our birthday… it’s a celebration of everyone who’s supported us during our first year. 💛
One year ago, The Everyday Party Co. was just a dream. Today, we’re celebrating our 1st Birthday the best way we know how—by bringing our community together for an unforgettable evening!
🎉 You’re invited to our 1st Birthday Beach Bash!
📍 The Sandbox by Hillhouse – Garden City 🗓 Friday, August 7 ⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM
Here’s what you can look forward to:
☀ Interactive experiences from incredible local businesses 🎨 Complimentary face painting 🪣 Activity rooms/games for kids and adults 🎁 Giveaways throughout the evening 📸 Beach-inspired photo moments 🛍 Shopping local with curated experience partners ☕ Food & drinks available for purchase
🎟 Kids are just $8 and admission includes unlimited open play at The Sandbox during the event! 🎟 Free entry for adults
Whether you’ve celebrated with us before or are just discovering The Everyday Party Co., we’d love for you to come celebrate this milestone with us. Bring your family, invite your friends, and spend an evening supporting amazing local businesses while making memories together.
August 7, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm 521 E 41st St, Garden City, ID, United States, Idaho 83714
Join us at The Boardwalk Plaza for a summer filled with good vibes and great music! Enjoy live performances every Saturday & Sunday evening and on the first Thursday of each month, featuring an exciting lineup of local artists and bands.
Current Schedule:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 5-7pm
Beginning Memorial Day Weekend:
Friday: 5-8pm
Saturday: 2-8pm – TWO ARTISTS
Sunday: 1-4pm
Bring your friends, grab a bite to eat or a glass of wine, and soak up the sunset with the sounds of Boise’s best talent. Whether you’re a longtime local or just passing through, The Plaza is the perfect spot to kick back, connect, and let the music move you.
Boise Traditional Chinese Dance Group
Boise Traditional Chinese Dance Group
August 7, 20266:30 pm – 8:30 pm The Creative Space, 121 E 34th St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
Garden City America 250 Celebration with Free Traditional Chinese Dance Performances
August 7 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pmFREE
The community is invited to kick off Garden City’s America 250 Celebration with a free evening of cultural performances featuring Boise Traditional Chinese Dance on Friday, August 7, at Creative Space, located at 121 E. 34th Street in Garden City.
Two performances will be offered at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Admission is free, and guests of all ages are welcome.
Presented in the comfort of Creative Space’s air-conditioned theater, the family-friendly event celebrates the rich cultural traditions that continue to strengthen and enrich Garden City while honoring the many people and cultures whose stories have shaped America over the past 250 years.
The showcase will feature a vibrant selection of traditional dances representing several regions, ethnic traditions, and artistic styles from across China.
“This celebration reflects the spirit of America by recognizing the many cultures that have contributed to our nation’s story,” said event organizers. “Through the universal language of the arts, we hope to bring our community together in a meaningful and memorable way as we begin Garden City’s America 250 celebration.”
Each performance lasts approximately 30 minutes, and both performances feature the same program. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and guests are encouraged to arrive 10 to 15 minutes early.
The event coincides with Garden City’s First Friday, when the Live-Work-Create District comes alive with local restaurants, wineries, breweries, galleries, artists, shops, and entertainment. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy dinner, refreshments, and the neighborhood before or after the performance, making it a perfect evening to experience one of Idaho’s most vibrant creative districts.
Convenient parking is available at Creative Space, with additional overflow parking located adjacent to the venue.
This performance marks the first public celebration in Garden City’s multiphase America 250 Initiative, which commemorates the nation’s 250th anniversary through arts, history, culture, and community engagement. A future phase will include the dedication of a new public mural, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and an additional community celebration.
The event is presented through a collaboration between the City of Garden City, Garden City Visitors Bureau, Garden City Chamber of Commerce, and Boise Traditional Chinese Dance, with support from the national America 250 initiative.
Sparklight Movie Night- The Super Mario Brothers Movie
Sparklight Movie Night- The Super Mario Brothers Movie
August 7, 20267:00 pm – 10:00 pm Settlers Park
Join Meridian Parks and Recreation for a summer favorite—Sparklight Movie Night featuring The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, brought to you by ICCU! Enjoy this free, family-friendly movie experience under the stars every other Friday night throughout the summer in Settlers Park.
Bring your favorite people, grab your low back lawn chairs and settle in for a relaxed evening outdoors. Our giant inflatable movie screen sets up by 7:00 pm, with the movie starting at dusk. Arrive early to enjoy the park, treats from the concession stand, and take part in pre-movie activities.
Note: Youth 18 and younger must be accompanied by an adult who will stay with them throughout the movie.
Thanks to generous sponsors Four Seasons Spa & Pool, Ada County Highway District, New Horizon Academy, this event is completely free. Come early, stay late, and make it a movie night to remember!
For more information call Meridian Parks & Recreation at 208-888-3879.
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39th Annual Nampa Festival of the Arts
39th Annual Nampa Festival of the Arts
August 8, 20269:00 am – 6:00 pm Lakeview Park
The Nampa Festival of the Arts, presented by TDS Fiber, is a celebration of the creative spirit of our diverse community, expressing cultural heritage through art, music, and dance. This free 2-day community event is held in beautiful Lakeview Park. With over 200 artisan booths, you will be sure to find a treasure! With jewelry, painting, sculpture, whimsical yard art, and more, there is no shortage of things to see! Discover exceptional talent in our juried art show. Live entertainment, food concessions, and free activities for children will keep the whole family entertained. Admission and parking are free.
For more information call the Nampa Recreation Department at 208-468-5858 or visit our website at:
https://www.nampaparksandrecreation.org/196/Nampa-Festival-of-the-Arts
Saturday, August 8, 2026 – 9am-6pm
Sunday, August 9, 2026 – 10am-3pm
Fee: FREE
Boise Farmers Market
Boise Farmers Market
August 8, 20269:00 am – 1:00 pm Boise Farmers Market, 1500 W Shoreline Dr, Boise, ID 83702, USA
August 8, 20269:30 am – 11:30 am Common Ground Coffee and Market, 6419 W Ustick Rd, Boise, ID 83704, USA
Meet us at 9:30am at Common Ground on Ustick every 2nd Saturday of the month where we will tour three cool mid-century homes throughout the Boise area. Bring a friend, grab your family…. See ya there!
August 8, 202610:00 am – 1:00 pm Salvation Army Food Pantry, 9492 W Emerald St, Boise, ID 83704, USA
The Salvation Army in Boise will host a school supply giveaway on Saturday August 8, providing free school supplies to children K – 12th grade.
Time10:00am – 1:00pm (or until all supplies have been distributed)
Doors close promptly at 1:00pm
Parents should expect a wait of one hour or longer.
RequirementsChildren must be present to receive school supplies.
Adults should bring:A photo ID
Proof of Ada County residency
Documentation showing the child’s date of birth
Details
Date: Saturday, August 8
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (doors close at 1:00 p.m.)
Location: 9492 W. Emerald St., Boise, ID 83704
The giveaway is first come, first served, and no pre-registration is required.
Uncle Ben's Back To School FREE Haircuts and School Supplies Event
Uncle Ben's Back To School FREE Haircuts and School Supplies Event
August 8, 202610:00 am – 1:00 pm
“Happening at all four of our locations on August 8th, with Glenwood being the main locations with the most barbers and supplies. Help us to get the word out to families who need support! volunteer and donation opportunities still available if you feel called to help. Let’s make this the best back-to-school event yet!! Huge thanks to our sponsors for helping make this possible!!”
August 8, 202610:00 am – 11:00 am Bogus Basin, Idaho 83629, USA
What
Ready to find your weekend flow? Bring your kiddos up to the mountain for a free hour of fun in the Youth Drop-Off Nature Program! While you hit the lawn for a peaceful morning of yoga, your child will explore the area around Bogus Basin’s Explorer Base Camp with one of our Nature Guides. From nature bingo to scavenger hunts, our team will engage your child with fun, hands-on activities as you catch that much-needed flow state at 6,200′.
When & Where
Every Saturday & Sunday from 10 am to 11 am
Drop-ins Welcome, ages 5-10
Meet at the Bogus Basin Info pop-up tent in the Explorer Base Area
August 8, 202611:00 am – 12:00 pm 1315 N Milwaukee St. Boise ID 83704
Join us every Saturday at 11am for Storytime in our Children’s department. Come read with us and enjoy stories of your favorite characters followed by a craft.
August 8, 20262:00 pm – 5:00 pm 2600 N Bogus Basin Rd, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
Enjoy free, live Music on the Patio on Saturdays and Sundays through Labor Day! 🎶
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!
See the full Music on the Patio lineup here: https://bogusbasin.org/event/music-on-the-patio-at-bogus-basin-2026-09-05/
Idaho Spine & Sports Physical Therapy: Grand Opening Celebration and Fundraiser
Idaho Spine & Sports Physical Therapy: Grand Opening Celebration and Fundraiser
August 8, 20263:00 pm – 8:00 pm 13666 W Baldcypress St, Boise, ID 83713
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating the grand opening of Idaho Spine and Sports Physical Therapy! Enjoy live performances, incredible food from local food trucks, and unique finds from our amazing local vendors. Community organizations and many more will be joining us for this special day. Together we will celebrate, connect, and raise funds for Special Olympics Idaho. https://events.spinept.com/sponsorship
Dive-In Movie @ Roaring Springs- Monters University
Dive-In Movie @ Roaring Springs- Monters University
August 8, 20266:00 pm – 10:00 pm Roaring Springs Water Park, 400 W Overland Rd, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
Catch Dive-In Movies every Saturday Slide Night at the Wave Pool!
Movies included with Saturday Slide Night Admission 6-10pm
June 20 – Aug 22 (no Slide Night July 4)
Just $19.99+tax with empty Coke or Sprite can or online with promo code ENJOYACOKE
August 8, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm 521 E 41st St, Garden City, ID, United States, Idaho 83714
Join us at The Boardwalk Plaza for a summer filled with good vibes and great music! Enjoy live performances every Saturday & Sunday evening and on the first Thursday of each month, featuring an exciting lineup of local artists and bands.
Current Schedule:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 5-7pm
Beginning Memorial Day Weekend:
Friday: 5-8pm
Saturday: 2-8pm – TWO ARTISTS
Sunday: 1-4pm
Bring your friends, grab a bite to eat or a glass of wine, and soak up the sunset with the sounds of Boise’s best talent. Whether you’re a longtime local or just passing through, The Plaza is the perfect spot to kick back, connect, and let the music move you.
Boise Baroque Orchestra – "A Night in Spain" at Cathedral of the Rockies Boise
Boise Baroque Orchestra – "A Night in Spain" at Cathedral of the Rockies Boise
August 8, 20267:30 pm – 10:30 pm 717 N 11th St, Boise, ID 83702-5365, United States
2026 Boise Baroque Orchestra Summer Music Festival – A Musical Passport
We are delighted to invite you on an extraordinary journey.
This summer, the Boise Baroque Orchestra presents A Musical Passport, three concerts that cross centuries and continents, bringing the color, drama, and beauty of the Baroque era to life in two beautiful Treasure Valley venues.
Bring a friend and join the Boise Baroque Orchestra for a voyage to Spain, conducted by Interim Artistic Director Daniel Wiley.
Spain comes alive through three remarkable musical lenses. Boccherini’s Musica Notturna delle Strade di Madrid conjures the sights and sounds of nighttime Madrid; a suite drawn from Campra’s L’Europe galante reflects the French Baroque’s fascination with Spanish style; and Arriaga’s Symphony in D brings the evening to a triumphant close.
This special performance will be held indoors at Cathedral of the Rockies Boise, 717 N 11th St #4, Boise, ID 83702.
The Program
Musica notturna delle strade di Madrid, G.324 by Luigi Boccherini
Missa Ego flos campi by Juan Gutiérrez de Padilla
Symphony in D by Juan Crisóstomo de Arriaga
For questions, email info@boisebaroque.org or call 208-297-3182.
Please note: Concerts last between 60 and 90 minutes.
Please be aware: By entering an event or program of the Boise Baroque Orchestra, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your entry and presence on the event premises constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with Boise Baroque Orchestra and its initiatives, including, by way of example only, use on websites, in social media, news and advertising.
By entering the event premises, you waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media. You understand that all photography, filming, and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter the event premises.
Date & Time
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue Details
Cathedral of the Rockies
717 North 11th Street #4
Boise, Idaho 83702
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39th Annual Nampa Festival of the Arts
39th Annual Nampa Festival of the Arts
August 9, 202610:00 am – 3:00 pm Lakeview Park
The Nampa Festival of the Arts, presented by TDS Fiber, is a celebration of the creative spirit of our diverse community, expressing cultural heritage through art, music, and dance. This free 2-day community event is held in beautiful Lakeview Park. With over 200 artisan booths, you will be sure to find a treasure! With jewelry, painting, sculpture, whimsical yard art, and more, there is no shortage of things to see! Discover exceptional talent in our juried art show. Live entertainment, food concessions, and free activities for children will keep the whole family entertained. Admission and parking are free.
Saturday, August 8, 2026 – 9am-6pm
Sunday, August 9, 2026 – 10am-3pm
Fee: FREE
Back to School Free Haircuts + Supplies
Back to School Free Haircuts + Supplies
August 9, 202610:00 am – 5:00 pm 3143 E Magic View Dr, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
Oasis City Church x Kulcher Barbershop x Adam Pearce Realty are giving away free haircuts and school supplies. First come, first serve.
3143 E Magic View Dr, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
Big Cat Day @ Zoo Boise
Big Cat Day @ Zoo Boise
August 9, 202610:00 am – 2:00 pm Zoo Boise, 355 Julia Davis Dr, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Sunday, August 9, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Halfway between International Tiger Day and World Lion Day, we’re celebrating both of our biggest cats at Zoo Boise. Lions AND tigers… oh my!
🦁 Visit our lions, Ahsoka and Revan, and Amur tiger Akasha as they receive enrichment 🐯 Make special arts & crafts projects 🦁 Learn about all big cats at a biofact discovery station 🐯 Chat with a zookeeper, ask questions, and find out how we care for our animals
Boise Baroque Orchestra – "A Night in Spain" at the Chateau des Fleurs
Boise Baroque Orchestra – "A Night in Spain" at the Chateau des Fleurs
August 9, 20268:15 pm – 11:15 pm 176 S Rosebud Ln, Eagle, ID 83616-4500, United States
2026 Boise Baroque Orchestra Summer Music Festival – A Musical Passport
We are delighted to invite you on an extraordinary journey.
This summer, the Boise Baroque Orchestra presents A Musical Passport, three concerts that cross centuries and continents, bringing the color, drama, and beauty of the Baroque era to life in two beautiful Treasure Valley venues.
Bring a friend and join the Boise Baroque Orchestra for a voyage to Spain. Guests are invited to bring their own picnic or purchase food on site and enjoy eating, drinking and socializing while listening to a concert on the lawn, conducted by Interim Artistic Director Daniel Wiley.
Spain comes alive through three remarkable musical lenses. Boccherini’s Musica Notturna delle Strade di Madrid conjures the sights and sounds of nighttime Madrid; a suite drawn from Campra’s L’Europe galante reflects the French Baroque’s fascination with Spanish style; and Arriaga’s Symphony in D brings the evening to a triumphant close.
Before You Buy, read the full inclement weather policy here.
The Program
Musica notturna delle strade di Madrid, G.324 by Luigi Boccherini
Missa Ego flos campi by Juan Gutiérrez de Padilla
Symphony in D by Juan Crisóstomo de Arriaga
Plan your visit
Gates open at 6:00 pm to allow time for eating, drinking and enjoying the Chateau grounds before the 8:15 pm concert.
Concerts last between 60 and 90 minutes.
The indoor area of the Chateau is only available to those with dinner reservations. Restrooms are found on the West side of the building near the grounds entrance.
Bring your own picnic or pre-purchase themed refreshments from Roghani’s Restaurant (located on site at the Chateau).
All alcohol must be purchased on site. Outside alcohol is not permitted.
Roghani’s Restaurant will be open for a prix-fixe dinner before the concert. Call to make a reservation (208) 947-2840.
Seating
All attendees must have a ticket. Please be sure to add a free child’s ticket for anyone under the age of 14.
For those who’ve chosen lawn seating, we recommend bringing your own blankets and/or low beach chairs. Chairs that block the view of other patrons will not be permitted.
Concert seating in our provided chairs is unassigned and first come, first serve.
Table seating will be assigned to ensure clear sight lines.. Our ushers guide you to your assigned table.
Address & Contact information
Chateau des Fleurs is located at 176 S. Rosebud Ln. Eagle, ID
For questions, email info@boisebaroque.org or call 208-297-3182
Please be aware: By entering an event or program of the Boise Baroque Orchestra, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your entry and presence on the event premises constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with Boise Baroque Orchestra and its initiatives, including, by way of example only, use on websites, in social media, news and advertising.
By entering the event premises, you waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media. You understand that all photography, filming, and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter the event premises.
Date & Time
Sun, Aug 9, 2026 8:15 PM – 9:45 PM
Venue Details
Chateau des Fleurs
176 South Rosebud Lane
Eagle, Idaho 83616
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Story Time at the WaterShed: Forest Friends
Story Time at the WaterShed: Forest Friends
August 10, 202610:00 am – 11:00 am The WaterShed, 6411 N Ancell Ave, Boise, ID 83714, USA
Join The WaterShed to learn and listen about Forest Friends at our free Story Time at the WaterShed. Designed for children ages 2-5 to learn and play, but all ages are welcome to attend. A majority of the program will take place indoors in the classroom, but plan for some time spent outside.
August 10, 202611:00 am – 2:00 pm 700 W Main St, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
This film is part of our $3 Summer Movie Series. To view the full lineup, visit our Movies page at egyptiantheatre.net/movies/
Doors open 30 minutes before the film starts.
$3 Movie Monday: Despicable Me 4
$3 Movie Monday: Despicable Me 4
August 10, 20262:00 pm – 5:00 pm 700 W Main St, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
This film is part of our $3 Summer Movie Series. To view the full lineup, visit our Movies page at egyptiantheatre.net/movies/
Doors open 30 minutes before the film starts.
Meridian Monday Night Market
Meridian Monday Night Market
August 10, 20264:00 pm – 9:00 pm 205 E Franklin Road, Meridian, ID
Enjoy a family friendly atmosphere with farm goods, handcrafted artisan wares, baked treats, refreshing beverages, food trucks, live entertainment, weekly raffles, and more!
All conveniently located next to sheltered picnic tables, a playground, restrooms, and other activities.
**No market Labor Day 9/7/26**
Bat Night @ MK Nature Center
Bat Night @ MK Nature Center
August 10, 20268:00 pm – 11:00 pm MK Nature Center – Idaho Fish and Game, 600 S Walnut St, Boise, ID 83712, USA
Join us August 10th from 8-late pm for Bat Night at MK Nature Center. All ages are welcome to attend a 1 hour lecture by two bat experts, Dr. Rita Dixon and Bill Doering, followed by bat detection over the MK Nature Center pond using the latest bat detection technology.
This FREE program is first come-first served and capped at 75 attendees. Donations are welcome. See you there!
August 11, 202610:00 am – 1:00 pm Oppenheimer Green Space
DT Plays in Boise!
JOIN IN ON THE FUN!
Play, relax, and challenge a friend – old or new – to a game with us!
Downtown Boise Association DT Plays, is a FREE yard game pop up for all ages! An electric cargo-bike travels throughout downtown – to parks and open spaces – filled with yard games and activities such as cornhole, hula-hoops, and giant Jenga.
The 2026 DT Plays Season will run every other Tuesday starting June 2nd- August 11th
August 11, 202610:30 am – 11:00 am Guru Donuts, 928 W Main St #100, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Guru Donuts is partnering with Rediscovered Books in downtime Boise to bring Tasty Tales!
Tasty Tales is an event where kiddos can come to listen to stories read by Rediscovered Books. A great opportunity for parents to come hang out and have a coffee and some avocado toast while their kiddos enjoy donuts & story time.
Kids Art Class @ Books on the Vine w/ Wandercraft
Kids Art Class @ Books on the Vine w/ Wandercraft
August 11, 20261:00 pm – 2:30 pm Books on the Vine- Books, Art & Art Classes, 5208 Fairview Ave, Boise, ID 83706, USA
Join of for a drop in Kids Art Class!
ALL AGES WELCOME!
Every Tuesday June 2 – August 25
1:00-2:30pm
Pay what you can per class!
More info:
carriedaway@wandercraftfun.org
Classes at Books on the Vine
5208 W. Fairview Ave
Crafternoons for Kids at Library at Collister
Crafternoons for Kids at Library at Collister
August 11, 20264:00 pm – 5:00 pm Sycamore Room
Join us at the Library! at Collister for a new arts and crafts project every week! Designed for kids ages 6-11. Younger children may need adult assistance.
Caldwell's Farm to Fork Farmer's Market
Caldwell's Farm to Fork Farmer's Market
August 11, 20265:00 pm – 9:00 pm Indian Creek Plaza, 120 S Kimball Ave, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA
The Caldwell Farm to Fork Farmer’s Market is part of Tuesdays on the Creek at Indian Creek Plaza in downtown Caldwell. The Farmer’s Market runs from 5pm – 9pm, in conjunction with the Summer Concert Series, which runs from 6pm – 8pm.
Tuesdays on the Creek is every Tuesday from May through September!
August 11, 20265:00 pm – 7:00 pm Chick-fil-A, 300 S Broadway Ave, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Grab a seat, pick a game, visit with the cow and let the fun begin!
Wild After 5:00 @ Zoo Boise
Wild After 5:00 @ Zoo Boise
August 11, 20265:30 pm – 8:30 pm Zoo Boise, 355 Julia Davis Dr, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Explore Zoo Boise afterhours! Whether your daytime schedule is packed or you want a fresh evening outing, this is a great way to experience the zoo in a new way.
Enjoy special activities, encounters, and entertainment! Food, drinks, and snacks will be available for purchase.
Other future Wild After 5:00 dates: Tuesday, Sept 1
https://zooboise.org/after5
Dark Desert Highway with Mike Johnston Band
Dark Desert Highway with Mike Johnston Band
August 11, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm Corner of Kimball Ave & Arthur St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
Dark Desert Highway: Collectively, while mesmerizing audiences with their attention to song detail, they pinpoint harmonies and uncanny vocal abilities. They truly emulate their favorite iconic American band, The Eagles.
Mike Johnston Band is known for energetic live shows, and has played across the PNW, building a strong regional following.
August 12, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm 1363 E Phenomenal St, Meridian, ID 83642-1057, United States
At the SO|ME Market, community comes to life. We bring together residents, local makers, farmers, and entrepreneurs for evenings filled with fresh finds, familiar faces, and a lively neighborhood vibe. Set in the heart of Pinnacle, the market is a place to discover goods that are grown, made, and created by people right here in our community, all while enjoying live music and entertainment.
Join us every Wednesday night from 5-8PM starting April 15 through October 28!
August 13, 20267:30 am – 10:00 am Jack's Urban Meeting Place (JUMP), 1000 W Myrtle St, Boise, ID 83702, USA
The Flapjack Feed is coming to JUMP on August 13, 2026 from 7:30–10:00 a.m., and you’re invited to pull up a plate. It’s a community breakfast, open to all. A suggested $10 donation can be made on-site, helping flip generosity into real impact across the state.
What’s on the griddle?
Celebrity flapjack flippers and catchers! Yes, pancakes will actually be flying through the air!
Live entertainment
Breakfast, of course!
A community that shows up. Idaho is a giving community, and The Flapjack Feed is a joyful reminder of what happens when we gather, give, and flip it forward together.
August 13, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm 3805 N Cole Rd Suite# 203, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83704
Join us for the kick off to our second season! We have moved to Spaulding Ranch, just down the road from last year’s location so come see what all the fuss is about! We will have music, food, farm fresh produce and much much more!
The West Bench Farmers Market fosters a regenerative, inclusive food system by providing a vibrant marketplace that celebrates both locally-sourced and globally-inspired agricultural products.
Tween Zone @ Garden City Library
Tween Zone @ Garden City Library
August 13, 20265:00 pm – 6:00 pm Garden City Public Library, 6015 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
Tween Zone Thursdays, 5:00pm, Ages 8-15 Join us for an awesome new activity each week! Science experiments, art projects, or games. No matter what the activity, it is gonna be a fun time with friends. Snacks are always provided.
Kids' Fix It Bike Night @ Boise Bicycle Project
Kids' Fix It Bike Night @ Boise Bicycle Project
August 13, 20266:00 pm – 7:00 pm Boise Bicycle Project, 1027 S Lusk St, Boise, ID 83706, USA
Every Thursday night, kids from the community (accompanied by an adult) can bring their bike to work hands on with our team of volunteer mechanics to repair or maintain their bicycle free of charge! Anyone is welcome and can come any time between 6pm-7pm.
Thursday Thunder at Boise Spectrum
Thursday Thunder at Boise Spectrum
August 13, 20266:00 pm – 8:00 pm Boise Spectrum Center, 7709 W Overland Rd, Boise, ID 83709, USA
Join us at 6 PM for free live music shows each Thursday this summer. Bring your friends, grab a bite, and enjoy an evening of great music, giveaways, and summer vibes.
BALANCE: A Perimenopause Journey
BALANCE: A Perimenopause Journey
August 13, 20267:00 pm – 10:00 pm The Egyptian Theatre
BALANCE: A Perimenopause Journey is for every woman who has ever felt “off,” dismissed by doctors, or wondered why her body suddenly feels unfamiliar. Through personal journeys, raw patient stories, celebrity voices, and leading experts, BALANCE pulls back the curtain on the truth about perimenopause and menopause—and shows that you are not alone. Honest, eye-opening, and deeply relatable, this is more than a docuseries—it’s a path toward answers, healing, and hope.
Dr. Erika is an Idaho native who grew up in Boise. She received a BA in English at the University of Idaho where she also completed pre-medical studies. She attended the founding school of Osteopathic Medicine, A.T. Still University, in Kirksville, Missouri, and received her degree as a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011. She completed a year-long traditional osteopathic internship at Henry Ford Hospital and then completed a family medicine residency at William Beaumont Hospital in Troy, Michigan.
After completing training, she returned to Idaho and has been practicing in the Treasure Valley since 2016. She holds board certifications in both osteopathic and allopathic family medicine. Dr. Erika actively speaks on local and national news as a physician consultant, regularly publishes articles in medical and social media platforms, and serves as an expert consultant on healthcare web platforms.
Her podcast, Afraid to Ask, is a medical humor podcast where she and her husband, comedian/actor/writer Jamie Lissow, discuss the lighter side of medicine while bringing humor and relatability to health and wellness.
Jill Keely, CNM
For over 25 years, I’ve had the honor of walking alongside women and families during one of life’s most transformative moments — the journey of bringing new life into the world. My own path into midwifery began with motherhood itself; as a mom of three now-grown children, I know firsthand the power, vulnerability, and beauty that birth holds.
I started my work in birth as a doula in 2000, spending 15 years supporting families and learning the art of presence and advocacy. That passion led me to nursing school, graduating in 2017, where I fell in love with labor and delivery nursing — so much so that what was meant to be a one-year requirement before midwifery school became seven deeply fulfilling years at St. Luke’s. I graduated from Midwifery school in 2024. Each role I’ve held has shaped the next, layering my perspective and deepening my commitment to the work I do today as a midwife.
My practice is rooted in a fierce belief in physiologic birth and the power of great birth stories — no matter the outcome. I am passionate about creating birth experiences where families feel informed, respected, and in control. My evidence-based fellowship research with St. Luke’s focused on birth trauma, revealing that trauma is rarely about how birth unfolds, but rather about whether families feel they have agency throughout the process. That understanding shapes every interaction I have in the birth space.
When I’m not attending births, you’ll find me hiking, biking, traveling with my high school sweetheart, playing with my grandchildren, and enjoying everything the beautiful Treasure Valley has to offer.
Cynthia Culp NP-C
founder and CEO of Foothills Functional Medicine, PLLC in Eagle, ID since 2019. Previously, Cynthia founded and practiced at Rocky Mountain Health and Wellness, LLC in Eagle ID in 2001-2018. She has years of experience in integrative and functional medicine and brings the latest advancements in those fields to the Eagle community and surrounding areas.
Cynthia has been successful treating her patients by utilizing the functional medicine approach; blending pharmaceuticals with nutraceuticals, utilizing science and nutrition to its best advantage to get the optimal effect and outcome. She has had great success treating gastrointestinal problems, mitochondrial dysfunction, autoimmune conditions, and hormone imbalances. She develops a therapeutic alliance with her patients assisting them on their journey to achieve optimal health and wellness.
Cynthia is board-certified family nurse practitioner and was one of the first practitioners to complete the certification through the Institute for Functional Medicine in 2013. Most recently she completed a fellowship and certification in Anti-aging and Metabolic Medicine through American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M). She completed the peptide certification through A4M in 2022.
Education: Cynthia received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Nursing from Augustana College, graduating with honors in 1990, then went on to complete her Master of Science degree in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Gonzaga University in 1997.
Nelly Concert at Boise Open
Nelly Concert at Boise Open
August 13, 20267:15 pm – 10:15 pm Hillcrest Country Club, 4610 W Hillcrest Dr, Boise, ID 83705, USA
HUGE NEWS! Come get peaches and nectarines for $2.00 per pound!!!!
Come and enjoy our beautiful peach orchards in the peak of harvest season! You will take a wagon ride out to our peach orchards where you will be able to pick your own fresh, delicious, peach. Each ticket includes 1 complimentary peach, but don’t worry- you can pick as many peaches as you want at our current per lb price.
Our playground area includes a cherry pit sandbox, barrel cart rides for the kids, slides, fire pits, baby farm animals, go carts and more!
Donnelly Huckleberry Festival
Donnelly Huckleberry Festival
August 14, 202612:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Each August, Donnelly comes alive with the sweet scent of summer and the unmistakable spirit of small-town celebration during the annual Huckleberry Festival. The festivities also include live music, a community breakfast, a spirited fun run, kids’ games and activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect with friends old and new. The Huckleberry Festival is the perfect way to celebrate what makes our community so special.
2026 EVENT SCHEDULE (Subject to Change)
Friday, August 14, 2026 Vendors: 12pm-6pm
Saturday, August 15, 2026 Vendors: 9am-6pm Huck Trot: 9:00 am Donnelly Library Parade: 12:00 pm Main Street Concert in the Park: 6:00 – 8:00 pm Donnelly City Park
Sunday, August 16, 2026 Vendors: Sunday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Huckleberry Pancake Breakfast: 8:00 – 11:00 am Community Center Pioneer Picnic: 1:00 pm Roseberry Library Raffle Basket Drawing: 3:00 pm Library (don’t have to be present to win)
August 14, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm 521 E 41st St, Garden City, ID, United States, Idaho 83714
Join us at The Boardwalk Plaza for a summer filled with good vibes and great music! Enjoy live performances every Saturday & Sunday evening and on the first Thursday of each month, featuring an exciting lineup of local artists and bands.
Current Schedule:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 5-7pm
Beginning Memorial Day Weekend:
Friday: 5-8pm
Saturday: 2-8pm – TWO ARTISTS
Sunday: 1-4pm
Bring your friends, grab a bite to eat or a glass of wine, and soak up the sunset with the sounds of Boise’s best talent. Whether you’re a longtime local or just passing through, The Plaza is the perfect spot to kick back, connect, and let the music move you.
Soul Patch @ Connections Credit Union Kleiner Park Live
Soul Patch @ Connections Credit Union Kleiner Park Live
August 14, 20267:00 pm – 10:00 pm Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park
Meridian Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce the return of Connections Credit Union Kleiner Park Live. Meridian’s go-to summer hangout—where great music, good food, and even better company come together under the open sky.
This free concert series features live local music every other Friday night in the Kleiner Park Bandshell from 7:00 – 9:00 pm.
Soul Patch is a country rock cover band, whose eclectic song selection offers something for everyone!
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and settle in for an evening of live music in one of the city’s most beautiful parks. Whether you’re meeting friends, spending time with family, or just soaking up the atmosphere, Kleiner Park Live is the perfect way to enjoy warm summer nights.
Kanak Attack will be on site at 6:30 pm to offer savory picnic food. Outside food and beverages are allowed, but glass containers are prohibited.
Special thanks for our season sponsor, Idaho Life Real Estate.
Counting Crows Concert at Boise Open
Counting Crows Concert at Boise Open
August 14, 20267:15 pm – 10:15 pm Hillcrest Country Club, 4610 W Hillcrest Dr, Boise, ID 83705, USA
August 14, 20269:00 pm – 10:00 pm 201 W Main St, Kuna, ID 83634, United States
Join us this year for Moonlight Movies: Summer 2026 Series with the City of Kuna! Bring your family and friends, blanket, lawn chairs, popcorn and snacks for this fun movie watching event. The season has a showing during the months of June, July and August with one special showing for Spooky Movie Night in October.
WHATS PLAYING:
-June 12th: Minecraft Movie (PG)
-July 10th: Toy Story (G)
-August 14th: Lilo & Stitch (PG)
-October 9th – Spooky Movie Night ft. The Nightmare Before Christmas (PG)
FOOD TRUCKS:
Fluff and stuff: June 12th, July 10th, August 14th, October 9th.
Sweet Escape: June 12th, July 10th, August 14th
The Pretzel Truck: June 12th, August 14, October 9th.
August 15, 20269:00 am – 12:00 pm 120 E Victory Rd, Meridian, ID, United States, Idaho 83642
Rev your engines! 🚗💨
The 3rd Annual Victory Gardens Classic Car Show is happening Saturday, August 15th | 9 AM – 1 PM.
Sip coffee, admire stunning rides from the past, cast your vote, and cheer on the trophy winners. Don’t miss the Valley’s most beautiful car show! 🏆🌿
This car show is extra special…We have something taking “root” that will give back to the community in so many ways and we are so excited. All proceeds will be reserved for the creation of our upcoming nonprofit organization!
$25 entry fee at the door
Donnelly Huckleberry Festival
Donnelly Huckleberry Festival
August 15, 20269:00 am – 6:00 pm
Each August, Donnelly comes alive with the sweet scent of summer and the unmistakable spirit of small-town celebration during the annual Huckleberry Festival. The festivities also include live music, a community breakfast, a spirited fun run, kids’ games and activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect with friends old and new. The Huckleberry Festival is the perfect way to celebrate what makes our community so special.
2026 EVENT SCHEDULE (Subject to Change)
Friday, August 14, 2026 Vendors: 12pm-6pm
Saturday, August 15, 2026 Vendors: 9am-6pm Huck Trot: 9:00 am Donnelly Library Parade: 12:00 pm Main Street Concert in the Park: 6:00 – 8:00 pm Donnelly City Park
Sunday, August 16, 2026 Vendors: Sunday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Huckleberry Pancake Breakfast: 8:00 – 11:00 am Community Center Pioneer Picnic: 1:00 pm Roseberry Library Raffle Basket Drawing: 3:00 pm Library (don’t have to be present to win)
August 15, 20269:00 am – 2:00 pm 20005 11th Ave N, Nampa, ID, United States, Idaho 83687
Step into a celebration of Japanese tradition and garden beauty at the Japanese Summer Festival!
WHERE: Franz Witte Garden Center, Nampa ID WHEN: Saturday, August 15th, 9 AM – 2 PM 💫FREE TO ATTEND! All Ages Welcome.
This special event brings together artistry, nature, and flavor in a unique experience for the whole family!
Returning event features will include: 🎏Taiko Drum performance – Sangha Taiko 🎏Bonsai demonstration – Boise Bonsai Society & High Desert Bonsai 🎏Koi display – Idaho Water Garden and Koi Society
New in 2026!
🎏Boise Boba offering a limited menu of drinks 🎏Bochi Bochi food truck serving up authentic Japanese eats 🎏Kokedama workshop – make and take home your very own Japanese form of garden art that involves growing plants in a ball of soil wrapped in moss!
HUGE NEWS! For these two days, all tree fruit is $1.00 per pound!!!! Peaches, apples and nectarines!!
Come and enjoy our beautiful peach orchards in the peak of harvest season! You will take a wagon ride out to our peach orchards where you will be able to pick your own fresh, delicious, peach. Each ticket includes 1 complimentary peach, but don’t worry- you can pick as many peaches as you want at our current per lb price.
Our playground area includes a cherry pit sandbox, barrel cart rides for the kids, slides, fire pits, baby farm animals, go carts and more!
Capital City Public Market
Capital City Public Market
August 15, 20269:30 am – 1:30 pm 827 W Main St, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Downtown Meridian Car Show 2026 Sponsored by Christian Brothers Automotive
Downtown Meridian Car Show 2026 Sponsored by Christian Brothers Automotive
August 15, 202610:00 am – 3:00 pm Downtown Meridian, Idaho
The Downtown Meridian Car Show presented by Christian Brothers Automotive is almost here!
🔔Vehicle pre-registration is now closed, and we are excited to share that we have over 200 vehicles signed up for this year’s event.
Even if you’re not showing a vehicle, we’d love to have you join us on Saturday, August 15 from 10 AM to 3 PM in Downtown Meridian (Idaho Ave. & 2nd St.).
Come walk through downtown and check out the full lineup of classic cars, custom builds, hot rods, trucks, imports, show bikes, and more. While you’re there, vote for your favorite ride in the People’s Choice Award, enjoy DJ music, grab food from local food trucks, and stop by Centennial Park for the BBQ competition with Uncle Butts BBQ and the Idaho BBQ Association.
This event is free to attend, family-friendly, and open to the community. While you’re downtown, be sure to explore local shops, visit nearby restaurants, and grab coffee from Primitive Grounds.
We can’t wait to see you Downtown Meridian!
Idaho Korean Festival
Idaho Korean Festival
August 15, 202610:00 am – 1:00 pm Julia Davis Park, Boise
🎒💚 Young Elites LLC Back-to-School Community Event! 💚🎒 We’re getting ready for an amazing day of giving back to our community, and we’d love for you to be part of it! 📅 Saturday, August 15, 2026 🕙 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 1400 W Bannock St., Boise, ID 83702 ✨ Families: Register your child today! They’ll enjoy: ✂️ Free haircuts & braids 🎨 Arts & crafts ✏️ Create and fill their own personalized pencil pouch 🍿 Snacks & treats 🎉 A fun-filled day to help them head back to school feeling confident and ready to succeed! 📝 Register your child here: https://forms.gle/ctxJESQjRFQNp7HE6� ❤️ Want to make a difference? We’re also looking for amazing community members to volunteer or donate! Whether you’re a braider, barber, hairstylist, want to help with check-in, games, snacks, or would like to donate school supplies, we’d love to have you join us. 📝 Volunteer or donate here: https://forms.gle/g6u3xhBhwV1qyXxM8� Every haircut, every pencil, every smile, and every helping hand makes a difference. Together, we’re building confidence, building leaders, and building community—one child at a time. 💚 We can’t wait to see you there!
Children’s Museum Superhero Fun Run & Health Expo
Children’s Museum Superhero Fun Run & Health Expo
August 15, 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm Jabil Field 915 E Central Dr. Meridian, ID
SuperHero Fun Run and Health Fair 🦸 Presented by the Children’s Museum of Idaho powered by CapED
Saturday, August 15, 2026 | 10:30am – 1:00pm Jabil Field, 915 E. Central Dr., Meridian
Join us for a 1K race with 12 obstacles! Age waves for 3-4, 5-6, and 7-8 year olds, plus a special course for kids 2 and under. Each participant receives a medal, museum admission, snack, and swag bag. Parents run free. 🏃 Stick around after the race for our Health Fair featuring local vendors and health businesses.
Cost: $25/child ($20 for museum members) Registration deadline: Thursday, August 13
Packet pick-up required — no packets available at the field:
Thursday, 8/13: 2-6pm at the Children’s Museum Friday, 8/14: 2-7pm at the Children’s Museum Saturday, 8/15: 9-10am at the Children’s Museum
*Children cannot run without a bib number.
Dress as your favorite hero and register at cmidaho.org or in person at the Children’s Museum of Idaho! 🎉
August 15, 202611:00 am – 12:00 pm 1315 N Milwaukee St. Boise ID 83704
Join us every Saturday at 11am for Storytime in our Children’s department. Come read with us and enjoy stories of your favorite characters followed by a craft.
August 15, 202612:00 pm – 3:00 pm 2600 N Bogus Basin Rd, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
Are you curious about the wild blooms that brighten up your favorite hiking trails? Join Boise National Forest botanist, Crista O’Conner, for an engaging wildflower walk to admire and discover the beauty of native plant communities. Along the way, you will learn to identify common native plants, hear fascinating facts, and see the landscape through a botanist’s eyes. Here is an invitation to slow down, tune in, and explore the world of Bogus Basin’s vibrant flora.
Learn more & register on the Bogus Basin Events Page. https://bogusbasin.org/event/guided-nature-program-wildflowers/2026-08-01/
Korean Festival RPD
Korean Festival RPD
August 15, 20261:00 pm – 2:00 pm Gene Harris Band Shell
We will be having an RPD right after the Korean Festival! We are so excited to see you all! 💃🕺🇰🇷
🪩 1-2 PM
🪩 Gene Harris Bandshell at Julia Davis Park
🔗 Link to request songs is in our bio!
For those that are new, an RPD is when we will play random kpop songs, and everyone is invited to come up and dance to them!
Song request form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeltjKhvlIw7pIL_-nM1aspB6KEybcvO1InGJljHcKWqrlN5Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=103807006976052855346
Music on the Patio
Music on the Patio
August 15, 20262:00 pm – 5:00 pm 2600 N Bogus Basin Rd, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
Enjoy free, live Music on the Patio on Saturdays and Sundays through Labor Day! 🎶
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!
See the full Music on the Patio lineup here: https://bogusbasin.org/event/music-on-the-patio-at-bogus-basin-2026-09-05/
"Back-to-School" Bash @ Tutu School Meridian
"Back-to-School" Bash @ Tutu School Meridian
August 15, 20263:00 pm – 5:00 pm 750 S Progress Ave Ste 150, Meridian, ID 83642
Celebrating Back to School! Decorate your dance bag, Founding Membership tuition $98 for ppl signing at the event
Youth Night at Zoo Boise (ages 13-18)
Youth Night at Zoo Boise (ages 13-18)
August 15, 20265:30 pm – 7:30 pm Zoo Boise, 355 Julia Davis Dr, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Come hang out at Zoo Boise after hours! Snacks will be provided and activity stations will be set up around the zoo.
This free event is open house style, so you can come and go anytime. Participants must be 13 -18 years or older. Space is limited to 100 people, so RSVP to save your spot!
August 15, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm 521 E 41st St, Garden City, ID, United States, Idaho 83714
Join us at The Boardwalk Plaza for a summer filled with good vibes and great music! Enjoy live performances every Saturday & Sunday evening and on the first Thursday of each month, featuring an exciting lineup of local artists and bands.
Current Schedule:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 5-7pm
Beginning Memorial Day Weekend:
Friday: 5-8pm
Saturday: 2-8pm – TWO ARTISTS
Sunday: 1-4pm
Bring your friends, grab a bite to eat or a glass of wine, and soak up the sunset with the sounds of Boise’s best talent. Whether you’re a longtime local or just passing through, The Plaza is the perfect spot to kick back, connect, and let the music move you.
Boise Water Lantern Festival by Light The Night
Boise Water Lantern Festival by Light The Night
August 15, 20266:30 pm – 10:30 pm Downtown, Boise, Idaho
Experience the enchantment of a magical evening at our Water Lantern Festival! Join us as we gather by the water’s edge to celebrate love, hope, and dreams, all illuminated by the gentle glow of floating lanterns.
As the sun begins to set, you’ll be captivated by the serene beauty of the scene. Each participant will receive a beautifully crafted lantern to personalize with their wishes, dreams, or messages of love. Together, we will release these lanterns onto the water, creating a breathtaking display of floating lights that reflect upon the tranquil surface.
Immerse yourself in the peaceful ambiance as you watch the lanterns dance upon the water, carrying with them the hopes and aspirations of all who participate. The soft glow and gentle ripples create a serene atmosphere, perfect for reflection and connection.
Our Water Lantern Festival is a celebration of unity, community, and shared experiences. It’s an opportunity to come together with friends, family, and strangers alike, to embrace the magic of the moment and create lasting memories.
Whether you’re seeking a romantic evening, a moment of tranquility, or simply a unique experience, this festival promises a captivating and unforgettable journey. Join us as we ignite the water’s surface with light, love, and dreams, and let the beauty of floating lanterns leave you in awe. https://www.waterlanternfestival.com/events/boise
Hardy Concert at Boise Open
Hardy Concert at Boise Open
August 15, 20267:15 pm – 10:15 pm Hillcrest Country Club, 4610 W Hillcrest Dr, Boise, ID 83705, USA
Boise Baroque Orchestra – "1776" at Cathedral of the Rockies Boise
Boise Baroque Orchestra – "1776" at Cathedral of the Rockies Boise
August 15, 20267:30 pm – 10:30 pm 717 N 11th St, Boise, ID 83702-5365, United States
2026 Boise Baroque Orchestra Summer Music Festival – A Musical Passport
We are delighted to invite you on an extraordinary journey.
This summer, the Boise Baroque Orchestra presents A Musical Passport, three concerts that cross centuries and continents, bringing the color, drama, and beauty of the Baroque era to life in two beautiful Treasure Valley venues.
Bring a friend and join the Boise Baroque Orchestra on a voyage to America during the early classical period, conducted by Interim Artistic Director Daniel Wiley.
This year marks the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, and BBO commemorates it in style. Experience the pageantry and ceremony of the late eighteenth century through brilliant French theatrical marches by Lully and Haydn’s Symphony No. 61, composed in the very year the Declaration of Independence was signed.
This special performance will be held indoors at Cathedral of the Rockies Boise, 717 N 11th St #4, Boise, ID 83702.
The Program
Marche pour la Ceremonie des Turcs from Bourgeois gentilhomme by Jean-Baptiste Lully
Symphony No. 61, D major by Joseph Haydn
Marche en rondeau from Alceste by Jean-Baptiste Lully
For questions, email info@boisebaroque.org or call 208-297-3182.
Please note: Concerts last between 60 and 90 minutes.
Please be aware: By entering an event or program of the Boise Baroque Orchestra, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your entry and presence on the event premises constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with Boise Baroque Orchestra and its initiatives, including, by way of example only, use on websites, in social media, news and advertising.
By entering the event premises, you waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media. You understand that all photography, filming, and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter the event premises.
Each August, Donnelly comes alive with the sweet scent of summer and the unmistakable spirit of small-town celebration during the annual Huckleberry Festival. The festivities also include live music, a community breakfast, a spirited fun run, kids’ games and activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect with friends old and new. The Huckleberry Festival is the perfect way to celebrate what makes our community so special.
2026 EVENT SCHEDULE (Subject to Change)
Friday, August 14, 2026 Vendors: 12pm-6pm
Saturday, August 15, 2026 Vendors: 9am-6pm Huck Trot: 9:00 am Donnelly Library Parade: 12:00 pm Main Street Concert in the Park: 6:00 – 8:00 pm Donnelly City Park
Sunday, August 16, 2026 Vendors: Sunday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Huckleberry Pancake Breakfast: 8:00 – 11:00 am Community Center Pioneer Picnic: 1:00 pm Roseberry Library Raffle Basket Drawing: 3:00 pm Library (don’t have to be present to win)
Boise Baroque Orchestra – "1776" at the Chateau des Fleurs
Boise Baroque Orchestra – "1776" at the Chateau des Fleurs
August 16, 20268:15 pm – 11:15 pm 176 S. Rosebud Ln. Eagle, ID
2026 Boise Baroque Orchestra Summer Music Festival – A Musical Passport
We are delighted to invite you on an extraordinary journey.
This summer, the Boise Baroque Orchestra presents A Musical Passport, three concerts that cross centuries and continents, bringing the color, drama, and beauty of the Baroque era to life in two beautiful Treasure Valley venues.
Bring a friend and join the Boise Baroque Orchestra on a voyage to America during the early classical period. Guests are invited to bring their own picnic or purchase food on site and enjoy eating, drinking and socializing while listening to a concert on the lawn, conducted by Interim Artistic Director Daniel Wiley.
This year marks the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, and BBO commemorates it in style. Experience the pageantry and ceremony of the late eighteenth century through brilliant French theatrical marches by Lully and Haydn’s Symphony No. 61, composed in the very year the Declaration of Independence was signed.
Before You Buy, read the full inclement weather policy here.
The Program
Marche pour la Ceremonie des Turcs from Bourgeois gentilhomme by Jean-Baptiste Lully
Symphony No. 61, D major by Joseph Haydn
Marche en rondeau from Alceste by Jean-Baptiste Lully
Plan your visit
Gates open at 6:00 pm to allow time for eating, drinking and enjoying the Chateau grounds before the 8:15 pm concert.
Concerts last between 60 and 90 minutes.
The indoor area of the Chateau is only available to those with dinner reservations. Restrooms are found on the West side of the building near the grounds entrance.
Bring your own picnic or pre-purchase themed refreshments from Roghani’s Restaurant (located on site at the Chateau).
All alcohol must be purchased on site. Outside alcohol is not permitted.
Roghani’s Restaurant will be open for a prix-fixe dinner before the concert. Call to make a reservation (208) 947-2840.
Seating
All attendees must have a ticket. Please be sure to add a free child’s ticket for anyone under the age of 14.
For those who’ve chosen lawn seating, we recommend bringing your own blankets and/or low beach chairs. Chairs that block the view of other patrons will not be permitted.
Concert seating in our provided chairs is unassigned and first come, first serve.
Table seating will be assigned to ensure clear sight lines.. Our ushers guide you to your assigned table.
Address & Contact information
Chateau des Fleurs is located at 176 S. Rosebud Ln. Eagle, ID
For questions, email info@boisebaroque.org or call 208-297-3182
Please be aware: By entering an event or program of the Boise Baroque Orchestra, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your entry and presence on the event premises constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with Boise Baroque Orchestra and its initiatives, including, by way of example only, use on websites, in social media, news and advertising.
By entering the event premises, you waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media. You understand that all photography, filming, and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter the event premises.
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Meridian Monday Night Market
Meridian Monday Night Market
August 17, 20264:00 pm – 9:00 pm 205 E Franklin Road, Meridian, ID
Enjoy a family friendly atmosphere with farm goods, handcrafted artisan wares, baked treats, refreshing beverages, food trucks, live entertainment, weekly raffles, and more!
All conveniently located next to sheltered picnic tables, a playground, restrooms, and other activities.
**No market Labor Day 9/7/26**
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Tasty Tales at Guru Donuts!
Tasty Tales at Guru Donuts!
August 18, 202610:30 am – 11:00 am Guru Donuts, 928 W Main St #100, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Guru Donuts is partnering with Rediscovered Books in downtime Boise to bring Tasty Tales!
Tasty Tales is an event where kiddos can come to listen to stories read by Rediscovered Books. A great opportunity for parents to come hang out and have a coffee and some avocado toast while their kiddos enjoy donuts & story time.
Kids Art Class @ Books on the Vine w/ Wandercraft
Kids Art Class @ Books on the Vine w/ Wandercraft
August 18, 20261:00 pm – 2:30 pm Books on the Vine- Books, Art & Art Classes, 5208 Fairview Ave, Boise, ID 83706, USA
Join of for a drop in Kids Art Class!
ALL AGES WELCOME!
Every Tuesday June 2 – August 25
1:00-2:30pm
Pay what you can per class!
More info:
carriedaway@wandercraftfun.org
Classes at Books on the Vine
5208 W. Fairview Ave
Crafternoons for Kids at Library at Collister
Crafternoons for Kids at Library at Collister
August 18, 20264:00 pm – 5:00 pm Sycamore Room
Join us at the Library! at Collister for a new arts and crafts project every week! Designed for kids ages 6-11. Younger children may need adult assistance.
Caldwell Night Rodeo
Caldwell Night Rodeo
August 18, 20265:00 pm – August 22, 202611:00 pm 2301 Blaine St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
The 102nd edition of Caldwell Night Rodeo, where the cowboys are the stars! Join us for Idaho’s LARGEST Outdoor Professional Rodeo, August 18-22, 2026!
Enjoy the exhilarating action under the stadium lights and watch the toughest athletes this sport has to offer.
2026 performance tickets go live on December 1, 2025 ONLY at caldwellnightrodeo.com. Get your tickets early…we WILL sell out!
VIP Dinner Experience (tickets required) from 5PM-7PM
Gates open at 5:30PM
Junior Rodeo begins at 6:30PM Tue-Fri & 6PM on Saturday (You don’t want to miss it!)
Opening Ceremonies begin at 7:45PM
Pro-Rodeo begins at 8PM.
For official event schedule please visit https://caldwellnightrodeo.com/event-calendar/
Caldwell's Farm to Fork Farmer's Market
Caldwell's Farm to Fork Farmer's Market
August 18, 20265:00 pm – 9:00 pm Indian Creek Plaza, 120 S Kimball Ave, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA
The Caldwell Farm to Fork Farmer’s Market is part of Tuesdays on the Creek at Indian Creek Plaza in downtown Caldwell. The Farmer’s Market runs from 5pm – 9pm, in conjunction with the Summer Concert Series, which runs from 6pm – 8pm.
Tuesdays on the Creek is every Tuesday from May through September!
August 18, 20265:00 pm – 7:00 pm Chick-fil-A, 300 S Broadway Ave, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Grab a seat, pick a game, visit with the cow and let the fun begin!
Tuesdays on the Creek | Ashley Wineland
Tuesdays on the Creek | Ashley Wineland
August 18, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm Corner of Kimball Ave & Arthur St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
The powerhouse vocalist’s combination of electrifying stage presence and immersive storytelling has enabled her to carve her own unique trail as an independent artist with nearly a million fans engaged online. This is a night on the Plaza you won’t soon forget!
August 18, 20265:00 pm – August 22, 202611:00 pm 2301 Blaine St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
The 102nd edition of Caldwell Night Rodeo, where the cowboys are the stars! Join us for Idaho’s LARGEST Outdoor Professional Rodeo, August 18-22, 2026!
Enjoy the exhilarating action under the stadium lights and watch the toughest athletes this sport has to offer.
2026 performance tickets go live on December 1, 2025 ONLY at caldwellnightrodeo.com. Get your tickets early…we WILL sell out!
VIP Dinner Experience (tickets required) from 5PM-7PM
Gates open at 5:30PM
Junior Rodeo begins at 6:30PM Tue-Fri & 6PM on Saturday (You don’t want to miss it!)
Opening Ceremonies begin at 7:45PM
Pro-Rodeo begins at 8PM.
For official event schedule please visit https://caldwellnightrodeo.com/event-calendar/
Neighborhood Concert Series
Neighborhood Concert Series
August 19, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Get ready for another summer packed with free concerts in the parks! We are entering the 6th year of the Neighborhood Concert Series, where we have partnered with Lost Grove Brewing, St. Luke's Health Plan, and Energize Our Neighborhoods to bring live music to neighborhoods around Boise.
Park Schedule: June 24 – Sunset Neighborhood Association – Sunset Park July 15 – West Boise Neighborhood Association – Florence Park July 22 – Southeast Neighborhood Association – Cypress Park August 05 – Collister Neighborhood Association – Catalpa Park August 19 – North End Neighborhood Association – Elm Grove Park August 26 – Meridian Neighborhood Association – Bear Creek Park
SO|ME Market at Pinnacle
SO|ME Market at Pinnacle
August 19, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm 1363 E Phenomenal St, Meridian, ID 83642-1057, United States
At the SO|ME Market, community comes to life. We bring together residents, local makers, farmers, and entrepreneurs for evenings filled with fresh finds, familiar faces, and a lively neighborhood vibe. Set in the heart of Pinnacle, the market is a place to discover goods that are grown, made, and created by people right here in our community, all while enjoying live music and entertainment.
Join us every Wednesday night from 5-8PM starting April 15 through October 28!
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Caldwell Night Rodeo
Caldwell Night Rodeo
August 18, 20265:00 pm – August 22, 202611:00 pm 2301 Blaine St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
The 102nd edition of Caldwell Night Rodeo, where the cowboys are the stars! Join us for Idaho’s LARGEST Outdoor Professional Rodeo, August 18-22, 2026!
Enjoy the exhilarating action under the stadium lights and watch the toughest athletes this sport has to offer.
2026 performance tickets go live on December 1, 2025 ONLY at caldwellnightrodeo.com. Get your tickets early…we WILL sell out!
VIP Dinner Experience (tickets required) from 5PM-7PM
Gates open at 5:30PM
Junior Rodeo begins at 6:30PM Tue-Fri & 6PM on Saturday (You don’t want to miss it!)
Opening Ceremonies begin at 7:45PM
Pro-Rodeo begins at 8PM.
For official event schedule please visit https://caldwellnightrodeo.com/event-calendar/
2026 West Bench Farmers Market Season Opener!
2026 West Bench Farmers Market Season Opener!
August 20, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm 3805 N Cole Rd Suite# 203, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83704
Join us for the kick off to our second season! We have moved to Spaulding Ranch, just down the road from last year’s location so come see what all the fuss is about! We will have music, food, farm fresh produce and much much more!
The West Bench Farmers Market fosters a regenerative, inclusive food system by providing a vibrant marketplace that celebrates both locally-sourced and globally-inspired agricultural products.
Tween Zone @ Garden City Library
Tween Zone @ Garden City Library
August 20, 20265:00 pm – 6:00 pm Garden City Public Library, 6015 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
Tween Zone Thursdays, 5:00pm, Ages 8-15 Join us for an awesome new activity each week! Science experiments, art projects, or games. No matter what the activity, it is gonna be a fun time with friends. Snacks are always provided.
Downtown Nampa Third Thursday
Downtown Nampa Third Thursday
August 20, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Our monthly Third Thursday series brings downtown to life with pop-up experiences, local businesses, and community fun.
Every Thursday night, kids from the community (accompanied by an adult) can bring their bike to work hands on with our team of volunteer mechanics to repair or maintain their bicycle free of charge! Anyone is welcome and can come any time between 6pm-7pm.
Thursday Thunder at Boise Spectrum
Thursday Thunder at Boise Spectrum
August 20, 20266:00 pm – 8:00 pm Boise Spectrum Center, 7709 W Overland Rd, Boise, ID 83709, USA
Join us at 6 PM for free live music shows each Thursday this summer. Bring your friends, grab a bite, and enjoy an evening of great music, giveaways, and summer vibes.
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Caldwell Night Rodeo
Caldwell Night Rodeo
August 18, 20265:00 pm – August 22, 202611:00 pm 2301 Blaine St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
The 102nd edition of Caldwell Night Rodeo, where the cowboys are the stars! Join us for Idaho’s LARGEST Outdoor Professional Rodeo, August 18-22, 2026!
Enjoy the exhilarating action under the stadium lights and watch the toughest athletes this sport has to offer.
2026 performance tickets go live on December 1, 2025 ONLY at caldwellnightrodeo.com. Get your tickets early…we WILL sell out!
VIP Dinner Experience (tickets required) from 5PM-7PM
Gates open at 5:30PM
Junior Rodeo begins at 6:30PM Tue-Fri & 6PM on Saturday (You don’t want to miss it!)
Opening Ceremonies begin at 7:45PM
Pro-Rodeo begins at 8PM.
For official event schedule please visit https://caldwellnightrodeo.com/event-calendar/
Western Idaho Fair
Western Idaho Fair
August 21, 2026 – August 30, 2026 Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
Come out to the park and enjoy dinner from a variety of food trucks while listening to live music throughout the summer. It’s the perfect evening of great food and entertainment!
Visit our website to see the food truck & entertainment schedule for each night!
August 21 – Lakeview Park Amphitheater
Fridays – 5-8:30pm
Sponsored by:
Franz Witte
LeafFilter Gutter Protection
Tastes & Tunes – Live Music on the Greenbelt
Tastes & Tunes – Live Music on the Greenbelt
August 21, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm 521 E 41st St, Garden City, ID, United States, Idaho 83714
Join us at The Boardwalk Plaza for a summer filled with good vibes and great music! Enjoy live performances every Saturday & Sunday evening and on the first Thursday of each month, featuring an exciting lineup of local artists and bands.
Current Schedule:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 5-7pm
Beginning Memorial Day Weekend:
Friday: 5-8pm
Saturday: 2-8pm – TWO ARTISTS
Sunday: 1-4pm
Bring your friends, grab a bite to eat or a glass of wine, and soak up the sunset with the sounds of Boise’s best talent. Whether you’re a longtime local or just passing through, The Plaza is the perfect spot to kick back, connect, and let the music move you.
YMCA Back to School Bash in Caldwell
YMCA Back to School Bash in Caldwell
August 21, 20266:00 pm – 8:00 pm Caldwell YMCA, 3720 S Indiana Ave, Caldwell, United States
Kick off the new school year with an evening of family fun at the Y! Enjoy games, activities, and time together as you celebrate a fresh start and connect with other families in the community.
Movies Under the Stars- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Movies Under the Stars- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
August 21, 20269:00 pm – August 22, 202612:00 am Julia Davis Park, 700 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Movies Under the Stars
2026 Dates
June 19 – Zootopia 2
July 10 – GOAT
August 21 – The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Movies to begin at dusk once it’s dark enough for the projection equipment to work properly. All events are free and open to all ages. No tickets are required.
August 18, 20265:00 pm – August 22, 202611:00 pm 2301 Blaine St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
The 102nd edition of Caldwell Night Rodeo, where the cowboys are the stars! Join us for Idaho’s LARGEST Outdoor Professional Rodeo, August 18-22, 2026!
Enjoy the exhilarating action under the stadium lights and watch the toughest athletes this sport has to offer.
2026 performance tickets go live on December 1, 2025 ONLY at caldwellnightrodeo.com. Get your tickets early…we WILL sell out!
VIP Dinner Experience (tickets required) from 5PM-7PM
Gates open at 5:30PM
Junior Rodeo begins at 6:30PM Tue-Fri & 6PM on Saturday (You don’t want to miss it!)
Opening Ceremonies begin at 7:45PM
Pro-Rodeo begins at 8PM.
For official event schedule please visit https://caldwellnightrodeo.com/event-calendar/
Western Idaho Fair
Western Idaho Fair
August 21, 2026 – August 30, 2026 Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
Movies Under the Stars- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Movies Under the Stars- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
August 21, 20269:00 pm – August 22, 202612:00 am Julia Davis Park, 700 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Movies Under the Stars
2026 Dates
June 19 – Zootopia 2
July 10 – GOAT
August 21 – The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Movies to begin at dusk once it’s dark enough for the projection equipment to work properly. All events are free and open to all ages. No tickets are required.
Get ready to paddle, run, and support an incredible cause at the Sixth Annual Wild River Dash hosted by Wild Hearts Idaho!
This fun, family-friendly duathlon starts with a paddle across Quinn’s Pond followed by a scenic 2-mile run along the Boise River Greenbelt. Participate solo or team up for a relay with friends or family!
Every stroke and stride helps support Wild Hearts Idaho’s mission to provide girls with access to outdoor adventure opportunities
August 22, 202611:00 am – 12:00 pm 1315 N Milwaukee St. Boise ID 83704
Join us every Saturday at 11am for Storytime in our Children’s department. Come read with us and enjoy stories of your favorite characters followed by a craft.
Idaho Beach Fest & Grand Opening @ Treasure Valley Beach | Idaho’s First INDOOR BEACH VOLLEYBALL Facility
Idaho Beach Fest & Grand Opening @ Treasure Valley Beach | Idaho’s First INDOOR BEACH VOLLEYBALL Facility
August 22, 20262:00 pm – 11:00 pm 1252 E Piper CT Meridian, ID 83642
Treasure Valley Beach Grand Opening – Aug 22
SCHEDULE 2:00 – Free All ages Beach Clinic 3:30 – EXPO Match with Boise State Volleyball 4:30 – Play against the Pros – Men’s/Women’s 6:00 – KOB/ QOB Games with Prizes 8:00 – Free Open Play
Come hang with us Saturday, August 22nd for our first annual Idaho Beach Fest + Grand Opening event.
Take your shoes off and bring your A-game as you challenge the pros, or learn the basics at our FREE all-ages beach volleyball clinic. Tour our state of the art facility and get early access to signup for our fall adult & youth leagues, tournaments, camps.
Check out the brand new Sports Performance and PT training room upstairs. Adult fitness and toddler classes COMING SOON! Your beach is closer than you think! https://www.treasurevalleybeach.org/
Music on the Mountain
Music on the Mountain
August 22, 20262:00 pm – 6:00 pm 2600 N Bogus Basin Rd, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
Enjoy free music in the cooler mountain air this summer at Bogus Basin ☀️
Mondo Pondo, RUDY, and Scott Pemberton take the Music on the Mountain stage on August 22nd, 2026.
Learn more ➡️ https://bogusbasin.org/event/music-on-the-mountain-at-bogus-basin/2026-08-22/
See all mountain events ➡️ https://bogusbasin.org/events/
Music on the Patio
Music on the Patio
August 22, 20262:00 pm – 5:00 pm 2600 N Bogus Basin Rd, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
Enjoy free, live Music on the Patio on Saturdays and Sundays through Labor Day! 🎶
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!
See the full Music on the Patio lineup here: https://bogusbasin.org/event/music-on-the-patio-at-bogus-basin-2026-09-05/
INDONESIAN CULTURAL AND HERITAGE DAY 2026
INDONESIAN CULTURAL AND HERITAGE DAY 2026
August 22, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm Jack's Urban Meeting Place (JUMP), 1000 W Myrtle St, Boise, ID 83702, USA
SATURDAY AUGUST 22 | 5:00-8:00PM | FREE
Celebrate the rich culture, traditions, and diversity of Indonesia during Indonesian Culture & Heritage Day 2026, a free, family-friendly community event presented by Indo Idaho Inc.
Join us for an evening of vibrant cultural performances, authentic Indonesian cuisine, interactive exhibits, traditional games, and educational activities celebrating 81 years of Indonesian independence and the rich heritage of one of the world’s most culturally diverse nations.
🎭 Traditional Indonesian Dance Performances
Saman Dance (Aceh)
Puspanjali Dance (Bali)
Piring Dance (West Sumatra)
Merak Dance (West Java)
Yapong Dance (Jakarta)
Interactive Sajojo Dance Finale
🎋 Live Angklung Bamboo Orchestra
🍛 Authentic Indonesian Food Vendors
👩🍳 Live Indonesian Cooking Demonstration & Tasting featuring Tanti Hollenbeck in JUMP’s SHARE Studio
🎮 Traditional Indonesian Games
🎨 Children’s Activities & Coloring Station
📚 Educational Cultural Exhibits created by Indo Idaho Youth
📱 Interactive Digital Cultural Passport
Explore exhibits, answer questions, collect digital stamps, and enter for prize drawings using your smartphone—no app download required.
Schedule
5:05–6:30 PM Cultural Performances
6:30–8:00 PM Food Vendor
Cooking Demonstration
Traditional Games
Educational Exhibits
Digital Cultural Passport
Community Activities
Audience participation during the Sajojo Finale
This event is FREE and open to the public. Everyone is welcome!
August 22, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm 521 E 41st St, Garden City, ID, United States, Idaho 83714
Join us at The Boardwalk Plaza for a summer filled with good vibes and great music! Enjoy live performances every Saturday & Sunday evening and on the first Thursday of each month, featuring an exciting lineup of local artists and bands.
Current Schedule:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 5-7pm
Beginning Memorial Day Weekend:
Friday: 5-8pm
Saturday: 2-8pm – TWO ARTISTS
Sunday: 1-4pm
Bring your friends, grab a bite to eat or a glass of wine, and soak up the sunset with the sounds of Boise’s best talent. Whether you’re a longtime local or just passing through, The Plaza is the perfect spot to kick back, connect, and let the music move you.
The GREATEST Skate Night @ Treasure Valley Skate
The GREATEST Skate Night @ Treasure Valley Skate
August 22, 20267:00 pm – 9:30 pm Treasure Valley Skate, 4712 W State St, Boise, ID 83703, USA
🎪✨ COME ONE, COME ALL… TO THE GREATEST SKATE NIGHT! ✨🎪
The fair is in town… but the greatest show is on WHEELS! 🛼🎡
Join us for a spectacular night of skating, music, games, prizes and circus-sized fun!
🎩 Ringmaster Races
🎪 Circus Limbo
🏆 Costume Contest
⭐ Games & Prizes
🎶 Great music • Great food • Great times!
❤️💛 DRESS TO IMPRESS! Ringmasters, performers, circus chic — get creative!
Boise Baroque Orchestra – Institute Performance at Cathedral of the Rockies Boise
Boise Baroque Orchestra – Institute Performance at Cathedral of the Rockies Boise
August 22, 20267:30 pm – 10:30 pm 717 N 11th St, Boise, ID 83702-5365, United States
Description
Please note, this concert is NOT included in the Downtown Concert Pass, you must purchase a separate ticket for this concert.
2026 Boise Baroque Orchestra Summer Music Festival – A Musical Passport
We are delighted to invite you on an extraordinary journey.
This summer, the Boise Baroque Orchestra presents A Musical Passport, three concerts that cross centuries and continents, bringing the color, drama, and beauty of the Baroque era to life in two beautiful Treasure Valley venues.
The Boise Baroque Institute offers high school musicians an immersive, hands-on introduction to historical performance practice through rehearsal and performance of Baroque masterworks. Students will study and perform music by Henry Purcell, Georg Philipp Telemann, and Arcangelo Corelli, using Baroque bows and stylistic techniques alongside principal string players of the Boise Baroque Orchestra. The program emphasizes period style, ensemble leadership, and historically informed musicianship.
This special performance will be held indoors at Cathedral of the Rockies Boise, 717 N 11th St #4, Boise, ID 83702.
The Program
Overture to Dido and Aeneas by Henry Purcell
Concerto polonois in G Major, by Georg Philipp Telemann
Concerto grosso in C Major; Op. 6 No. 10, by Arcangelo Corelli
For questions, email info@boisebaroque.org or call 208-297-3182.
Please note: Concerts last between 60 and 90 minutes.
Please be aware: By entering an event or program of the Boise Baroque Orchestra, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your entry and presence on the event premises constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with Boise Baroque Orchestra and its initiatives, including, by way of example only, use on websites, in social media, news and advertising.
By entering the event premises, you waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media. You understand that all photography, filming, and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter the event premises.
Date & Time
Sat, Aug 22, 2026 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue Details
Cathedral of the Rockies
717 North 11th Street #4
Boise, Idaho 83702
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Western Idaho Fair
Western Idaho Fair
August 21, 2026 – August 30, 2026 Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
August 24, 20269:00 am – 11:00 am Ada County Victim Service Center 417 S 6 St. Boise Idaho 83702
FREE Darkness to Light: Stewards of Children® Training
As children head back to school, it’s the perfect time for parents, caregivers, and other trusted adults to refresh the skills that help keep children safe. Join us for this free, evidence-informed Stewards of Children® training to learn how to recognize the signs of child sexual abuse, respond appropriately to concerns, and take practical steps to prevent abuse before it happens. Together, we can create safer environments where every child can thrive.
August 24, 20264:00 pm – 9:00 pm 205 E Franklin Road, Meridian, ID
Enjoy a family friendly atmosphere with farm goods, handcrafted artisan wares, baked treats, refreshing beverages, food trucks, live entertainment, weekly raffles, and more!
All conveniently located next to sheltered picnic tables, a playground, restrooms, and other activities.
**No market Labor Day 9/7/26**
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Western Idaho Fair
Western Idaho Fair
August 21, 2026 – August 30, 2026 Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
August 25, 202610:30 am – 11:00 am Guru Donuts, 928 W Main St #100, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Guru Donuts is partnering with Rediscovered Books in downtime Boise to bring Tasty Tales!
Tasty Tales is an event where kiddos can come to listen to stories read by Rediscovered Books. A great opportunity for parents to come hang out and have a coffee and some avocado toast while their kiddos enjoy donuts & story time.
Kids Art Class @ Books on the Vine w/ Wandercraft
Kids Art Class @ Books on the Vine w/ Wandercraft
August 25, 20261:00 pm – 2:30 pm Books on the Vine- Books, Art & Art Classes, 5208 Fairview Ave, Boise, ID 83706, USA
Join of for a drop in Kids Art Class!
ALL AGES WELCOME!
Every Tuesday June 2 – August 25
1:00-2:30pm
Pay what you can per class!
More info:
carriedaway@wandercraftfun.org
Classes at Books on the Vine
5208 W. Fairview Ave
Crafternoons for Kids at Library at Collister
Crafternoons for Kids at Library at Collister
August 25, 20264:00 pm – 5:00 pm Sycamore Room
Join us at the Library! at Collister for a new arts and crafts project every week! Designed for kids ages 6-11. Younger children may need adult assistance.
Caldwell's Farm to Fork Farmer's Market
Caldwell's Farm to Fork Farmer's Market
August 25, 20265:00 pm – 9:00 pm Indian Creek Plaza, 120 S Kimball Ave, Caldwell, ID 83605, USA
The Caldwell Farm to Fork Farmer’s Market is part of Tuesdays on the Creek at Indian Creek Plaza in downtown Caldwell. The Farmer’s Market runs from 5pm – 9pm, in conjunction with the Summer Concert Series, which runs from 6pm – 8pm.
Tuesdays on the Creek is every Tuesday from May through September!
August 25, 20265:00 pm – 7:00 pm Chick-fil-A, 300 S Broadway Ave, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Grab a seat, pick a game, visit with the cow and let the fun begin!
Tuesdays on the Creek | Orale!
Tuesdays on the Creek | Orale!
August 25, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm Corner of Kimball Ave & Arthur St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
Órale is a Boise-based 7-piece ensemble delivering a high energy fusion of Latin, Mowtown, and soul. Known for soulful tones and magnetic performances, they are a premier dance band in the Treasure Valley.
Get ready for another summer packed with free concerts in the parks! We are entering the 6th year of the Neighborhood Concert Series, where we have partnered with Lost Grove Brewing, St. Luke's Health Plan, and Energize Our Neighborhoods to bring live music to neighborhoods around Boise.
Park Schedule: June 24 – Sunset Neighborhood Association – Sunset Park July 15 – West Boise Neighborhood Association – Florence Park July 22 – Southeast Neighborhood Association – Cypress Park August 05 – Collister Neighborhood Association – Catalpa Park August 19 – North End Neighborhood Association – Elm Grove Park August 26 – Meridian Neighborhood Association – Bear Creek Park
SO|ME Market at Pinnacle
SO|ME Market at Pinnacle
August 26, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm 1363 E Phenomenal St, Meridian, ID 83642-1057, United States
At the SO|ME Market, community comes to life. We bring together residents, local makers, farmers, and entrepreneurs for evenings filled with fresh finds, familiar faces, and a lively neighborhood vibe. Set in the heart of Pinnacle, the market is a place to discover goods that are grown, made, and created by people right here in our community, all while enjoying live music and entertainment.
Join us every Wednesday night from 5-8PM starting April 15 through October 28!
Fairy and Gnome Gardens @ Garden City Library
Fairy and Gnome Gardens @ Garden City Library
August 26, 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm Garden City Public Library, 6015 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
Fairy and Gnome Gardens
Invite fairies and gnomes into your backyard by building them a magical home! Get creative as you construct your own fairyland, complete with houses, benches, or anything else your imagination dreams up. Bring your own 2–3-inch-deep container or pot, or use one provided by the library. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult for assistance. A fun and popular family activity to create some magic together!
August 27, 20265:00 pm – 8:00 pm 3805 N Cole Rd Suite# 203, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83704
Join us for the kick off to our second season! We have moved to Spaulding Ranch, just down the road from last year’s location so come see what all the fuss is about! We will have music, food, farm fresh produce and much much more!
The West Bench Farmers Market fosters a regenerative, inclusive food system by providing a vibrant marketplace that celebrates both locally-sourced and globally-inspired agricultural products.
Tween Zone @ Garden City Library
Tween Zone @ Garden City Library
August 27, 20265:00 pm – 6:00 pm Garden City Public Library, 6015 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
Tween Zone Thursdays, 5:00pm, Ages 8-15 Join us for an awesome new activity each week! Science experiments, art projects, or games. No matter what the activity, it is gonna be a fun time with friends. Snacks are always provided.
Kids' Fix It Bike Night @ Boise Bicycle Project
Kids' Fix It Bike Night @ Boise Bicycle Project
August 27, 20266:00 pm – 7:00 pm Boise Bicycle Project, 1027 S Lusk St, Boise, ID 83706, USA
Every Thursday night, kids from the community (accompanied by an adult) can bring their bike to work hands on with our team of volunteer mechanics to repair or maintain their bicycle free of charge! Anyone is welcome and can come any time between 6pm-7pm.
Thursday Thunder at Boise Spectrum
Thursday Thunder at Boise Spectrum
August 27, 20266:00 pm – 8:00 pm Boise Spectrum Center, 7709 W Overland Rd, Boise, ID 83709, USA
Join us at 6 PM for free live music shows each Thursday this summer. Bring your friends, grab a bite, and enjoy an evening of great music, giveaways, and summer vibes.
Eagle Concert Series: Problamatic
Eagle Concert Series: Problamatic
August 27, 20266:30 pm – 9:00 pm Heritage Park, 185 E State St, Eagle, ID 83616, USA
EAGLE CONCERT SERIES
Celebrate summer with the City of Eagle as the Gazebo Concert Series returns to Heritage Park! Bring your blanket and lawn chairs to discover your new favorite local bands as you relax under the evening summer sky.
Details:
Location: Heritage Park – 185 E State St, Eagle ID 83616 Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Summer in Eagle, Idaho means warm evenings, good music, and neighbors coming together — and for years, First Interstate Bank has been proud to help make that possible.
We’re once again a sponsor of the Gazebo Concert Series, held at Heritage Park in partnership with the City of Eagle. At First Interstate, we believe that strong communities make strong banks, not the other way around. Our roots run deep in the neighborhoods where we live and work, and supporting events like the Gazebo Concert Series is just one of the ways we invest in the fabric of our neighborhoods.
The Gazebo Concert Series may feel like an evening of music. For us, it represents something deeper: a chance to celebrate the people and places we call home.
Problamatic – Eagle Gazebo Concert Series
Problamatic – Eagle Gazebo Concert Series
August 27, 20266:30 pm – 9:30 pm Heritage Park, Eagle ID
Celebrate summer with the City of Eagle Gazebo Concert Series. Heritage Park becomes home to local talent during the summer for live music you don’t want to miss. Bring a blanket and chair, grab a neighbor and unwind under the evening summer sky. Food/Beer/Wine vendors will be on site.
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Western Idaho Fair
Western Idaho Fair
August 21, 2026 – August 30, 2026 Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
August 28, 20265:00 pm – 7:00 pm 1205 N Galleria Dr Nampa, ID 83687
We’re kicking off the new school year with a splash! Join us Friday, August 28th from 5–7 PM for our Back to School Bash!
Bring your family and friends for an evening filled with swimming, games, fun, and a chance to win a special giveaway!It’s the perfect way to celebrate the start of a new school year, make memories, and enjoy time together with our swim school community.
Do you love tiny adorable treasures? Do you make doodads and thingamabobs? Do you love turning old items into new treasures? Come to a trinket trade!
Meet and connect with other collectors of tiny things, trade your old treasures for new ones, customize a trinket at the craft station (this month: make your own blind box!), \visit the doodle booth, and hunt for hidden trinkets around the lobby.
And don’t forget to visit the Boise Trinket Exchange box, now permanently located outside our annex building, SKIP (9th & Myrtle).
What Should I Bring?
Trinket [trin·ket]noun 1. Small items that bring joy and whimsy! 2. Labubu/Funko size or smaller 3. Stickers, pins, keychains, charms, jewelry, toys, stuffies, knick-knacks, trading cards, friendship bracelets & MORE!
Other Important Trading Info:
Trinket Trays (segmented trays to spread out trinkets) will be available for use. Spread out your trinkets so others can see what you’re trading! Please return when you are finished.
Community Passports are available! How they work:
Every time you come to a trinket exchange and connect with someone new, get a stamp on your community passport (honor system; go to the check in to get your stamp)! After 5 stamps, you earn a prize.
Tinket trading is a barter system. Please do not take trinkets from other traders’ trays or tables without negotiating a trade. If someone has something you’re interested in, learn what they are interested in and see if you can trade up to your goal item!
The lobby closes promptly at 8pm. Please make every effort to wrap up trading by this time!
August 28, 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm West Boise YMCA, 5959 N Discovery Way, Boise, ID, 83713
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening of BINGO! Enjoy friendly competition, great prizes, and plenty of laughs as you connect with other Y families.
Zoobilee 2026 – Zoo Gala
Zoobilee 2026 – Zoo Gala
August 28, 20265:30 pm – 9:30 pm Zoo Boise
Join Zoo Boise for the premier event of the year. At Zoobilee, presented by Ashurst Perkins Coie, guests will be treated to an unforgettable evening featuring extraordinary cuisine and drinks from local restaurants and caterers, live music, live auction, raffle, and special zoo experiences.
This year’s festive theme is Feathers and Finery!
Tickets are required, get yours today at https://zooboise.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/Zoobilee2026
Attendees must be at least 21 years of age. To pay with check, call Mackenzie at 208-608-7737.
Funds raised from Zoobilee presented by Ashurst Perkins Coie will support Zoo Boise and our mission of connecting guests with animals to inspire and involve our community in the conservation of wildlife worldwide.
Zoobilee is presented by Ashurst Perkins Coie and sponsored by Erstad Architects, Keller Skin Care, Washington Trust Bank, and Idaho Ford Stores.
Tastes & Tunes – Live Music on the Greenbelt
Tastes & Tunes – Live Music on the Greenbelt
August 28, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm 521 E 41st St, Garden City, ID, United States, Idaho 83714
Join us at The Boardwalk Plaza for a summer filled with good vibes and great music! Enjoy live performances every Saturday & Sunday evening and on the first Thursday of each month, featuring an exciting lineup of local artists and bands.
Current Schedule:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 5-7pm
Beginning Memorial Day Weekend:
Friday: 5-8pm
Saturday: 2-8pm – TWO ARTISTS
Sunday: 1-4pm
Bring your friends, grab a bite to eat or a glass of wine, and soak up the sunset with the sounds of Boise’s best talent. Whether you’re a longtime local or just passing through, The Plaza is the perfect spot to kick back, connect, and let the music move you.
Star Riverhouse Summer Concerts with Sweet Briar
Star Riverhouse Summer Concerts with Sweet Briar
August 28, 20267:00 pm – 9:00 pm Star Riverhouse
Sweet Briar is returning to the Star Riverhouse August 28th at 7PM. Bring your picnic blankets and low back chairs to enjoy tunes and a sweet summer evening!
Food available for purchase and libations!
Outside Food Welcome
No Pets
Hosted by City of Star & SW Idaho Business Alliance
Movie Night: The Princess Bride @ Victory Gardens
Movie Night: The Princess Bride @ Victory Gardens
August 28, 20267:30 pm – August 29, 202610:30 pm 120 E Victory Rd, Meridian, ID, United States, Idaho 83642
👑⚔️ As You Wish… Movie Night at Victory Gardens! ⚔️👑
Join us Friday or Saturday Night for a magical showing of The Princess Bride under the summer sky!
Bring a blanket, a lawn chair, or your favorite adventure-loving sidekick and settle in for an evening of romance, laughs, and swashbuckling fun surrounded by our lush greenery. 🌿✨
August 28, 20267:30 pm – August 29, 202610:30 pm 120 E Victory Rd, Meridian, ID, United States, Idaho 83642
👑⚔️ As You Wish… Movie Night at Victory Gardens! ⚔️👑
Join us Friday or Saturday Night for a magical showing of The Princess Bride under the summer sky!
Bring a blanket, a lawn chair, or your favorite adventure-loving sidekick and settle in for an evening of romance, laughs, and swashbuckling fun surrounded by our lush greenery. 🌿✨
Why celebrate the United State’s 640 million acres of public lands once, when you can celebrate them twice?! Get excited for National Public Lands Day (officially September 26th) with a celebration on the mountain in August! Interact with booths representing various national, state and local organizations, and volunteer with the Bogus Basin Environmental Stewardship team!Volunteer stewardship project(s) Booths from over 20 partner organizations with engaging nature based activities Raffle prizes And more!
Warbird Roundup
Warbird Roundup
August 29, 20268:00 am – August 30, 20265:00 pm Warhawk Air Museum
The Warbird Roundup is a two-day event featuring warbirds from across the country. Visitors can get up close, watch them fly, and learn about their importance to our country. Plus, check out the museum, enjoy activities for adults and kids, and enjoy incredible food trucks and vendors. Kids 10 and under are FREE with a paid adult.
Guest speaker Kim “KC” Campbell is a retired USAF Colonel with 1,800 hours in the A-10 Warthog, including over 100 combat missions in both Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2003, Kim was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for Heroism after successfully recovering her battle-damaged airplane after an intense close air support mission.
NEW THIS YEAR: Upgrade your experience with Flight Deck, our premier option designed for aviation fans who want the best seat in the house.
August 29, 20268:00 am – 5:00 pm Warhawk Air Museum
The Warbird Roundup is a two-day event featuring warbirds from across the country. Visitors can get up close, watch them fly, and learn about their importance to our country. Plus, check out the museum, enjoy activities for adults and kids, and enjoy incredible food trucks and vendors. Kids 10 and under are FREE with a paid adult.
Guest speaker Kim “KC” Campbell is a retired USAF Colonel with 1,800 hours in the A-10 Warthog, including over 100 combat missions in both Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2003, Kim was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for Heroism after successfully recovering her battle-damaged airplane after an intense close air support mission.
NEW THIS YEAR: Upgrade your experience with Flight Deck, our premier option designed for aviation fans who want the best seat in the house.
Interested in being a vendor? Please reach out to us directly. Anyone soliciting vendor applications is a scam.
18th Annual Pooch Party
18th Annual Pooch Party
August 29, 20268:30 am – 1:00 pm Lakeview Water Park
Join us for the 18th Annual Pooch Party at Lakeview Park and enjoy Nampa’s largest dog festival! Bring your dog(s) and family members to participate in a scenic one mile walk around Lakeview Park. After the walk, Lakeview Water Park pools will open for the last event of the year, and the dogs will have the opportunity to splash around in the swimming pool. Enjoy contests, raffles, a canine cake walk, and pet friendly vendor booths as you support a great cause! All proceeds from this event go toward the continued development of Nampa’s dog parks.
For more information and to register visit our website at https://www.nampaparksandrecreation.org/198/Pooch-Party or call 208-468-5858.
Saturday, August 29, 2026
8:30am-1pm
Walk starts promptly at 9:30am, Pool opens at 11am
Fee: $30* per dog (includes adult t-shirt, doggie gift, walk and swim admission for one dog)
$15 each additional dog
VIP is an additional $20 per dog (includes doggie gift, walk, and early swim admission at 10am for one dog)
*$35 after August 25th for standard registration, $55 for VIP.
Boise Farmers Market
Boise Farmers Market
August 29, 20269:00 am – 1:00 pm Boise Farmers Market, 1500 W Shoreline Dr, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Meridian’s Art Party Returns — Bigger, Better & More Spark!
Get ready, Meridian, our favorite creative bash is back with a fresh twist! Art Spark is a full-day celebration of all the ways you can engage with the arts in the Treasure Valley – from hands-on painting to dance, theater, music, and more. There will be food trucks, a beer garden, and local artists and vendors to engage with in creative ways. Learn more at meridiancity.org/artspark
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Time: 11 am – 7 pm
Where: Kleiner Park, Event Lawn
What to Expect:
– Mainstage live music from local & regional bands
– Tasty eats and drinks with an expanded food court
– Hands-on art stations, murals and chalk art battles
– Community art booths & artist showcases
– Beer garden provided by Loose Screw Beer Co.
This is the festival you’ve been waiting for: art lovers, foodies, live music fans — everyone’s invited.
In partnership with Meridian Arts Commission. Sponsored by Clarity Credit Union and ICCU.
For full event details and a list of participating artists and organizations, visit the Art Spark web page at meridiancity.org/artspark
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Want a booth at the event?
Businesses, individuals and organizations whose primary mission is art centric are invited to participate in this year’s community art party – Art Spark.
Participants may use the space to share information, sell tickets, encourage memberships or sell products.
Applicants will be reviewed and selected by the event committee. Products that are mass produced, reproductions or not otherwise locally made will not be accepted.
Applications which include a hands-on interactive activity are preferred.
Booth fee: $40
Non-profit: 501 (c) 3 tax exempt status $20
Application deadline: August 1 at 5:00 pm
Art Spark at Kleiner Park: A Community Art Party
Art Spark at Kleiner Park: A Community Art Party
August 29, 202611:00 am – 7:00 pm Kleiner Park
Meridian’s Art Party Returns — Bigger, Better & More Spark!
Get ready, Meridian, our favorite creative bash is back with a fresh twist! Art Spark is a full-day celebration of all the ways you can engage with the arts in the Treasure Valley – from hands-on painting to dance, theater, music, and more. There will be food trucks, a beer garden, and local artists and vendors to engage with in creative ways. Learn more at meridiancity.org/artspark
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Time: 11 am – 7 pm
Where: Kleiner Park, Event Lawn
What to Expect:
– Mainstage live music from local & regional bands
– Tasty eats and drinks with an expanded food court
– Hands-on art stations, murals and chalk art battles
– Community art booths & artist showcases
– Beer garden provided by Loose Screw Beer Co.
This is the festival you’ve been waiting for: art lovers, foodies, live music fans — everyone’s invited.
In partnership with Meridian Arts Commission. Sponsored by Clarity Credit Union and ICCU.
For full event details and a list of participating artists and organizations, visit the Art Spark web page at meridiancity.org/artspark
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Want a booth at the event?
Businesses, individuals and organizations whose primary mission is art centric are invited to participate in this year’s community art party – Art Spark.
Participants may use the space to share information, sell tickets, encourage memberships or sell products.
Applicants will be reviewed and selected by the event committee. Products that are mass produced, reproductions or not otherwise locally made will not be accepted.
Applications which include a hands-on interactive activity are preferred.
Booth fee: $40
Non-profit: 501 (c) 3 tax exempt status $20
Application deadline: August 1 at 5:00 pm
Family Fun Day/Hunting Season Education
Family Fun Day/Hunting Season Education
August 29, 202611:00 am – 4:00 pm 721 Hannibal St, Caldwell, ID, United States, Idaho 83605
🦌🎉 FAMILY FUN DAY & HUNTING SEASON SAFETY EDUCATION 🎉🦌
Get ready for hunting season with a day of family fun, hands-on learning, and the latest in off-road adventure!
Join Birds of Prey Motorsports for an interactive event featuring Can-Am-focused demonstrations, hunting season education, and outdoor safety presentations designed to help you explore the backcountry with confidence.
📅 August 29
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Enjoy:
🚙 Can-Am hunting and utility demonstrations
🦌 Hunting season preparation & backcountry education
🚑 Safety presentations from Idaho Mountain Search & Rescue
🎯 Family games & activities
🛍️ Local vendors
🌮 Food trucks
Whether you’re a seasoned hunter, an outdoor enthusiast, or just looking for a fun family outing, this event has something for everyone.
📍 Birds of Prey Motorsports
721 Hannibal St. • Caldwell, ID
Storytime at Barnes and Noble
Storytime at Barnes and Noble
August 29, 202611:00 am – 12:00 pm 1315 N Milwaukee St. Boise ID 83704
Join us every Saturday at 11am for Storytime in our Children’s department. Come read with us and enjoy stories of your favorite characters followed by a craft.
August 29, 202612:00 pm – 4:00 pm The Village at Meridian, 3597 E Monarch Sky Ln #225, Meridian, ID 83646, USA
**NEW DATE DUE TO AIR QUALITY**
Join us for an inspiring afternoon at the 3rd Annual Celebrate Hope, a vibrant community event benefiting St. Luke’s Heart Rhythm Center and St. Luke’s Children’s Cardiology. Experience the beauty and diversity of the Treasure Valley as we come together to celebrate cultures from around the world through music, dance, and connection—all for a meaningful cause.
Event Schedule:
12:00PM Ballet Folklorico Mexico Lindo
12:30PM Flamenco Laishy
1:00PM Killarney Irish Dance Academy
1:30PM Boise Chinese Traditional Dance Academy
2:00PM Danza Azteca Tonatiuh
2:30PM Star Belly Dancers
3:00PM Polynesian Showcase
4:00PM Celebrate Hope Raffle
Bring your family, invite your friends, and spend the day enjoying incredible performances while supporting children’s heart health in our community.
August 29, 202612:00 pm – 9:00 pm 3823 N Garden Center Way, Boise, ID 83703-5007, United States
Join us August 29th + 30th for Boise’s newest summer market and party.
August 29th will be a full market day with an afternoon and night market from 12pm-9pm with so many things to do: shop handmade vendors (with a no AI promise!), meet some of our fave non profit partners in Idaho, dig for vintage treasures, meet our sponsoring businesses, grab an alcoholic or non alcoholic drink, listen to live music, eat tamales and ice cream from 36th St Event Center and hang with your community.
August 30th will be a slower paced, Sunday market focusing on the handmade artists of our community. Join us from 10am-3pm with all of the same handmade artists, and meet our emerging artists of this market (artists who have never sold their work before!). There will of course, be another full day of drinks and eats from 36th St.
Thank you to our sponsors: Common Ground Coffee, Homefound Boise, Cats Eye Creative Reuse, Sweetheart Scarves, The Wandering Oven, All County Roofing and Ness Restoration for helping bring this event to life.
Music on the Patio
Music on the Patio
August 29, 20262:00 pm – 5:00 pm 2600 N Bogus Basin Rd, Boise, ID, United States, Idaho 83702
Enjoy free, live Music on the Patio on Saturdays and Sundays through Labor Day! 🎶
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!
See the full Music on the Patio lineup here: https://bogusbasin.org/event/music-on-the-patio-at-bogus-basin-2026-09-05/
Pups, Putts & Pints @ Green Acres
Pups, Putts & Pints @ Green Acres
August 29, 20264:00 pm – 9:00 pm Ann Morrison Park, 1000 S Americana Blvd, Boise, ID 83706, USA
Bring the dog. Bring your golf swing. Bring your appetite. We’re putting all three in one place for Pups, Putts & Pints at Green Acres, a seasonal outdoor food truck park and live music venue along the Boise Greenbelt. 🐕⛳🍻
It’s a full day of adoptable dogs, golf games, mini golf, dog vendors, live music, local food and cold drinks, with plenty of reasons to stick around for a while. https://www.greenacresboise.com/events/pupsputtspints
🐕 PUPS
🐾 PAWS Rescue | 5–7 PM Meet adoptable dogs and their foster families, learn more about the adoption process and find out how you can help local dogs find their forever homes.
🐾 Psyche K9 | 4-9 PM Learn more about dog behavior, training and the Idaho Pack Walk Community, a free structured walking club for dogs and their people.
🦴 2 Pawz Up Barkery | 4-8 PM Shop fresh homemade treats for your pup, including cookies, jerky, meal toppers, freeze-dried treats and custom celebration cakes.
✂ Zoomin Groomin | 4-9 PM Bring your pup by for a free nail trim from a professional mobile pet groomer.
⛳ PUTTS
🏌 Swing Shack | 4–9 PM Take a swing on a mobile golf simulator with access to more than 300 virtual courses. Clubs are provided, and guests can play for free while competing in longest drive and closest-to-the-pin contests for Green Acres prizes.
⛳ Hole In Fun! | 4–9 PM Grab a putter and take on six portable mini golf holes with different challenges and ways to play.
🍺PINTS
Enjoy local craft beer with over 12 beers on tap served cold all day long. Want another option? Wine, hard kombucha, seltzers, draft cocktails, frozen slushies and Non Alcoholic options also available
🐶Bluey Appearance | 6-6:30pm Of course we couldn’t have a day for the pups without our favorite pup Bluey making an appearance. Bluey will be here for hugs, high-fives and pictures.
Huge thank you to Sweet Group Realty for making this event possible. Stop by their tent for a chance to win AC Boise tickets⚽
🎶 Live music all day long:
🎸 The PVRs | 10:30am-1:30pm Check out this local cover band bringing together blues, classic rock, funk, pop, indie, and folk for a fun, genre-hopping set packed with crowd favorites.
🎸 Soul Tree Lounge | 2:30-5:30pm Groove to a soulful mix of rock, blues, and funk-inspired covers along with original songs. Their eclectic sound brings plenty of energy and something for every crowd.
🎸 Turtle Poppers | 6:30-9:30pm Bluegrass and jam from a five-piece group blending mandolin, guitar, fiddle and bass.
🎨 MORE TO DO
🦸 Super Rad Cape Co | 10:30am-9:30 PM Shop handmade superhero capes, clothing and accessories for kids and adults.
🎨 Touch of Topaz Face Painting | 2-9:30 PM Get colorful face painting with designs for kids and kids at heart.
👂 Halo Piercings | 3–9:30 PM Professional sterile ear and nostril piercings onsite.
💍 Golden Links Permanent Jewelry | 3–9:30 PM Pick out a custom permanent jewelry piece and leave with something made just for you.
🌾 Wild Acres Family Farm & Bakery | 3-9:30 PM Shop fresh gluten-free and dairy-free sourdough, sandwich bread and pastries, along with farm-fresh eggs and seasonal produce. Bring your friendly dogs (on a leash please 🙏🏻) for some pup cups and a whole food lineup for humans: 🚚 Loving Lefse – Authentic Norwegian lefse, fries, coffee and matcha drinks 🚚 Sear + Savor – Smash burgers 🚚 Darjeeling Momo – Nepalese cuisine, including dumplings and noodle dishes 🚚 Latinos M.O – Tacos and Mexican cuisine 🚚 Idaho P BBQ – BBQ 🚚 The Crazy Hungarian – Hungarian cuisine 🚚 Crisp – American fusion 🚚 The Lemon Cow – Ice cream and freshly squeezed lemonade 🚚 The Green Acres Bar – Local craft beer, wine, cocktails, seltzers, hard kombucha, frozen drinks and non-alcoholic options
📍 767 S Pioneer St., Boise, ID 83702 ⏰ Green Acres is open 11 AM–9:30 PM, with breakfast and coffee starting at 9 AM.
Tastes & Tunes – Live Music on the Greenbelt
Tastes & Tunes – Live Music on the Greenbelt
August 29, 20266:00 pm – 9:00 pm 521 E 41st St, Garden City, ID, United States, Idaho 83714
Join us at The Boardwalk Plaza for a summer filled with good vibes and great music! Enjoy live performances every Saturday & Sunday evening and on the first Thursday of each month, featuring an exciting lineup of local artists and bands.
Current Schedule:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 5-7pm
Beginning Memorial Day Weekend:
Friday: 5-8pm
Saturday: 2-8pm – TWO ARTISTS
Sunday: 1-4pm
Bring your friends, grab a bite to eat or a glass of wine, and soak up the sunset with the sounds of Boise’s best talent. Whether you’re a longtime local or just passing through, The Plaza is the perfect spot to kick back, connect, and let the music move you.
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Western Idaho Fair
Western Idaho Fair
August 21, 2026 – August 30, 2026 Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714, USA
August 29, 20268:00 am – August 30, 20265:00 pm Warhawk Air Museum
The Warbird Roundup is a two-day event featuring warbirds from across the country. Visitors can get up close, watch them fly, and learn about their importance to our country. Plus, check out the museum, enjoy activities for adults and kids, and enjoy incredible food trucks and vendors. Kids 10 and under are FREE with a paid adult.
Guest speaker Kim “KC” Campbell is a retired USAF Colonel with 1,800 hours in the A-10 Warthog, including over 100 combat missions in both Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2003, Kim was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for Heroism after successfully recovering her battle-damaged airplane after an intense close air support mission.
NEW THIS YEAR: Upgrade your experience with Flight Deck, our premier option designed for aviation fans who want the best seat in the house.
August 30, 20268:00 am – 5:00 pm Warhawk Air Museum
The Warbird Roundup is a two-day event featuring warbirds from across the country. Visitors can get up close, watch them fly, and learn about their importance to our country. Plus, check out the museum, enjoy activities for adults and kids, and enjoy incredible food trucks and vendors. Kids 10 and under are FREE with a paid adult.
Guest speaker Kim “KC” Campbell is a retired USAF Colonel with 1,800 hours in the A-10 Warthog, including over 100 combat missions in both Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2003, Kim was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for Heroism after successfully recovering her battle-damaged airplane after an intense close air support mission.
NEW THIS YEAR: Upgrade your experience with Flight Deck, our premier option designed for aviation fans who want the best seat in the house.
Interested in being a vendor? Please reach out to us directly. Anyone soliciting vendor applications is a scam.
Sagebrush's Inaugural Summer Market!
Sagebrush's Inaugural Summer Market!
August 30, 202610:00 am – 3:00 pm 3823 N Garden Center Way, Boise, ID 83703-5007, United States
Join us August 29th + 30th for Boise’s newest summer market and party.
August 29th will be a full market day with an afternoon and night market from 12pm-9pm with so many things to do: shop handmade vendors (with a no AI promise!), meet some of our fave non profit partners in Idaho, dig for vintage treasures, meet our sponsoring businesses, grab an alcoholic or non alcoholic drink, listen to live music, eat tamales and ice cream from 36th St Event Center and hang with your community.
August 30th will be a slower paced, Sunday market focusing on the handmade artists of our community. Join us from 10am-3pm with all of the same handmade artists, and meet our emerging artists of this market (artists who have never sold their work before!). There will of course, be another full day of drinks and eats from 36th St.
Thank you to our sponsors: Common Ground Coffee, Homefound Boise, Cats Eye Creative Reuse, Sweetheart Scarves, The Wandering Oven, All County Roofing and Ness Restoration for helping bring this event to life.
US Open Family Day
US Open Family Day
August 30, 202612:00 pm – 8:00 pm Borah Park, 801 Aurora Dr, Boise, ID 83709, USA
Bring the whole family to our August 30th US Open Family Day, the ultimate local watch party, where we are bringing the electric energy of the US Open straight to Boise!
Schedule of Events
Noon to 3 p.m. – FREE TENNIS LESSONS (for adults and kids)
3 to 6 p.m. – FREE swimming at Borah Pool
6 to 8 p.m. – FREE tennis-themed activities and contests
Ongoing – US Open matches streaming live on massive outdoor screen
August 31, 202610:00 am – 6:00 pm Discovery Center of Idaho, 131 W Myrtle St, Boise, ID 83702, USA
Homeschool Days @ Discovery Center of Idaho
During the school year, we will be welcoming homeschool groups to reserve and pay for their visit in advance ($15 per chaperone, $10 per child; there is no membership discount available for this program).
To enhance the experience of all of our visitors, we are limiting ticket sales, so we ask that each group attend only one Homeschool Day per exhibition.
Registrants must purchase tickets* in advance at our website; tickets for each event will go on sale two weeks ahead of the event. Please carefully consider the date options before you register, as all sales are final and we are unable to refund any ticket sales for this special program. On each date, doors will be open for registrants to check in using their pre-purchased tickets from 10 am – 12 pm at the front desk. Late arrival tickets will NOT be honored.
We are excited to offer the purchase of special take-home activity kits related to the current exhibition made just for our Homeschool day families! Details about the kits can be found using the registration link for the specific date. We ask that each family purchase only one set, which contains the materials for multiple activities, some of which can be done as a team and some which can be done for up to 4 individuals.
Kits will be available at the front desk for pick up on arrival at Homeschool Day.
*Please note: Admission cost for this event may not be applied to a membership.
August 31, 20264:00 pm – 9:00 pm 205 E Franklin Road, Meridian, ID
Enjoy a family friendly atmosphere with farm goods, handcrafted artisan wares, baked treats, refreshing beverages, food trucks, live entertainment, weekly raffles, and more!
All conveniently located next to sheltered picnic tables, a playground, restrooms, and other activities.
