We've got Boise Bench Dinner Club coming up next Thursday (April 30) and there's 20 seats left! See you there??
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Shade City Brewfest
Saturday, April 25
​Shade City Brewfest is back at the Idaho Botanical Garden from 1–6pm. This is such a fun event! It's an annual 70s-themed beer festival featuring local and regional breweries, live music, food trucks, and lawn games. Dress up in your finest 70s attire, bring your own cup (no glass tho), and plan to arrive by bike, bus, or carpool if you can. Tix are $45, VIP $95 - prices go up at the door. Also it's 21+ and no pets or chairs allowed.
​​Nampa Farmers Market​ is at Lloyd Square Park from 9am-1:30pm. There’s over 120 local vendors!
​Wildwood Outdoor Market: Spring Fling + Mother's Day is happening at 2840 Wildwood Street from 10am–1pm. It's the 5th annual spring outdoor market featuring over 28 local vendors, a huge giveaway, and more. It's free!
​Naomi's Curated Collection pop up is happening at 4500 W Overland Rd in Boise from 10am–6pm each day. It's a pre-loved women's clothing pop-up featuring sundresses, linen, jewelry, and more in sizes XS–4X, with 95% of pieces under $25. It's awesome I went yesterday and got 2 purses and a pair of denim shorts!
Thursday, April 23
​Earth Day Family Night Out is happening at Zoo Boise from 6–8pm. It's an after-hours celebration featuring guided tours, interactive activity stations, eco-friendly crafts, and more. Tix are $8.
​Fremont - Presented by Agency for New Americans is happening at The Flicks from 7pm. It’s a special screening of Fremont, a film that follows a former translator for the United States military in Afghanistan. There will also be a Q&A with Anna Lloyd, Executive Director and Afghan Allies Advocate from Task Force Argo. Tix are $15.
Friday, April 24
​Celebrate Arbor Day 2026 at the Idaho State Museum starting at 10am. It's a community celebration of trees featuring free seedlings, refreshments, informational booths, presentations, and a ceremonial tree planting in Julia Davis Park.
​Spring Porch Pot Make & Take Workshop is happening at FarWest Landscape & Garden Center at 1pm. It's a hands-on workshop where you'll design a custom seasonal container to take home. All materials included, no experience needed. Tix are $60.
​Trinket Trade is happening at JUMP from 5pm-8pm. It’s a fun community swap with tiny treasure trading, trinket customization, doodle booths, and treasure hunts. It's free and cute!
Saturday, April 25
​World Penguin Day is happening at Zoo Boise from 10am–2pm. It's a celebration of Zoo Boise's Magellanic penguin colony. There will be penguin-inspired crafts, a discovery station, and staff Q&A. All activities are included with zoo admission.
​REVIVE Fashion Show is happening at JUMP at 1pm. It’s an annual sustainable fashion show featuring wearable art made from thrifted and recycled items. It's free!
​Fleet Feet's Trail Running Film Fest is happening at the Idaho Film Society at 5pm (doors at 4pm). It's a special screening of the 2026 Trail Running Film Festival, celebrating trail running stories and community on the big screen. Tix are $16. 21+
Saturday, April 25 - Sunday, April 26
​Hanson Estate Sale is happening from 9am–2pm, both days. It's a mid-century home filled with antiques, vintage toys, collectibles, furniture, yard art, and much more. Address posted on the Facebook page on Saturday.
​Huge Estate Sale is happening in Caldwell from 8am–11pm. It's a massive estate sale with sewing machines, fabric, vintage finds, holiday decor, and crafting tools galore. Address posted sometime today.
Sunday, April 26
​April Spelling Bee at Boise Brewing is going down at 5pm. This month is all about words that aren’t pronounced the way they’re spelled. Potpourri, Wednesday, lasagna... you get the gist. It's free!
​The Silence of the Lambs 35th Anniversary is happening at The Egyptian Theatre at 6pm. It’s a special anniversary screening of the chilling classic about FBI Agent Clarice Starling and Dr. Hannibal Lecter. Such a good movie! Tix are only $5!
Next Thursday, April 30
​Faces of Courage Benefit Gala is happening at Boise Centre at 5:30pm. The night begins with cocktail hour, followed by dinner, Gabby Petito's parents as guest speakers, a story shared by a survivor who used services from Faces of Hope, and a paddle raise. All funds from the event go directly to keeping the safety net of crisis services provided by Faces of Hope free and accessible to those who need them. Tix are $150.
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​Sockeye Brewing's Patio Kick-Off Party is starting 12pm. It's a celebration of patio season and Sockeye's 30th anniversary with live music, food, cold beer, and a dog-friendly patio.
Wednesday, April 29
​Patio Reds class is happening at House of Wine. This class is dedicated to versatile, easy-drinking reds perfect for spring sunshine. They may even break the rules and chill a red or two! Tix are $45.
NEW Boise Coffee Crawl
A new coffee crawl is starting on May 1! It's a month-long, self-guided coffee adventure through 10+ local shops. You buy a Crawl Pass which gets you a $5 credit at each participating coffee shop. Join the waitlist here and get tix as soon as they go on sale.
​Shakespearience: The Tempest is happening at JUMP from 6pm-7pm. It’s Idaho Theater for Youth’s take on Shakespeare’s tale of romance and renewal.
​Comedian Nazareth is happening at Crossroads in Nampa at 7pm. It’s family-friendly! Tix are $25.
​The Secret Show Monthly Comedy Special is happening at Liquid Lounge at 8pm. It’s a comedy variety showwith anonymous secrets, drag, burlesque, mime, clown, improv, and more. Tix are $23
​ComedySportz is happening at The Green Room from 7:30pm. It’s an improv comedy showdown where two teams battle for points and laughs. Tix are $20.
​Jared Munson is happening at ICONIC by 3 Girls Catering at 8pm. Jared Munson will be joined by some of his favorite Treasure Valley talent. Tix are $19.
​The Kitty Cat Cabaret is happening at Liquid Lounge at 8pm. It’s a cabaret variety show highlighting the singing talents of local drag and burlesque artists with added variety acts. Tix are $20.
​Off-Season Stories is happening at Hap Hap Lounge from 5pm-7pm. It’s a storytelling event presented by Storyfort. It's free and 21+.
​Sunday Night Olympic Mic is happening at The Olympic Venue at 8pm. Support local comedians! It's free!
Tuesday, April 28
​Story Story Night: WiNKING EYES WiTH TONGUE OUT is happening at JUMP at 7pm. It’s an evening of storytelling inspired by emojis, complete with live performances and a public story slam. Tix are $23.
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