For all of you adventurers and fun-seekers, August is just around the corner, and Boise, Idaho and all of our surrounding areas are buzzing with excitement. Whether you’re a local looking for something new to experience or a visitor ready to see what Idaho summers in Boise have to offer, there is a lineup of events and activities that will make for an unforgettable summer and fill your calendar with plans!
Family Activities
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Bring the whole family out for some wholesome fun this August. Mark your calendars for Zoobilee on August 16th at Zoo Boise! This annual event promises an evening of food, drinks, and entertainment for all ages. Kids can enjoy face painting, animal encounters, and scavenger hunts, while adults can partake in tastings from local breweries and wineries. It’s a fantastic way to support the zoo and have a wild night out with the family.
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A “must-do” on the summer bucket list for families is the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic, running from August 28th to September 1st. This dazzling event will fill the skies over Ann Morrison Park with colorful hot air balloons. The kids will love the Night Glow Spectacular, where the balloons light up the night sky. Early risers can also catch the morning ascensions for a breathtaking start to the day.
More Family Events
- Egyptian Theatre’s $3 Summer Kid’s Movie Series – An American Tail: August 5, 11am
- Egyptian Theatre’s $3 Summer Kid’s Movie Series – How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World: August 5, 2pm
- Downtown Plays at Cherie Buckner-Webb Park: August 6, 10am-1pm
- Indian Creek Plaza Super Soaker: August 7, 11am-12pm
- Egyptian Theatre’s $3 Summer Kid’s Movie Series – An American Tail – Fievel Goes West: August 12, 11am
- Egyptian Theatre’s $3 Summer Kid’s Movie Series – Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax: August 12, 2pm
- Western Idaho Fair: August 16 – 25
- Movies Under the Stars – Kung Fu Panda 4: August 16, 9pm
- Downtown Plays at Cherie Buckner-Webb Park: August 20, 10am-1pm
- Boise Comic Arts Festival: August 23-25
- Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic 2024: August 28 – September 1
- Kids of Idaho Celebration: August 31, 11am-3pm
Festivals and Events
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Boise knows how to have fun, and August is packed with festivals and events! Get ready for some wild, western fun at the Caldwell Night Rodeo, running from August 13th to 17th. This thrilling event features rodeo competitions, mutton busting, and a lively atmosphere. It’s one of the top rodeos in the country and promises a rootin’-tootin’ good time for the whole family.
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Sports fans won’t want to miss the Albertsons Boise Open from August 22th to 25th. This premier golf tournament attracts top golf talent and offers a fantastic mix of world-class golf and live music. It’s a great way to enjoy the outdoors, enjoy beautiful panoramic views of Boise from Hillcrest Country Club, and see some future PGA stars in action.
More Festivals and Events
- First Thursday in Downtown Boise: August 1, 5pm-9pm
- Trey Kennedy: August 1, 7pm
- Idaho Paint Horse Club: August 1-4
- Zoo Boise – Roars and Pours: August 2, 6pm-9pm
- Idaho Island Festival: August 3, 10am-Sunset
- Boise Brewing – So You Think You Can Spell?: August 4, 4:30pm
- Payette Brewing Kegs 4 Kause – Camp Rainbow Gold: August 5, 6pm-10pm
- Farm to Fork Farmers Market: August 6, 5pm-8pm
- Tuesdays On the Creek: August 6, 6pm-7pm
- GNL Trivia @ Payette Brewing: August 6, 6pm-8pm
- Taphouse Pub & Eatery Trivia with Game Night Live: August 6, 7pm-9pm
- TerrorTuesdays – A Classic Horror Film & Popcorn: August 6, 7pm-9pm
- Zone One Paint: August 7-11
- 5th Annual Show & Shine by Don’s Supreme Auto: August 10, 9am
- Boise Soul Food Festival: August 10, 11am – 8pm
- Caldwell Night Rodeo Kick-off Boots, Buckles and Brews: August 10, 6pm-9pm
- Campfire Stories – Erin Rose Belair, Marissa Lovell, Julie Sarasqueta, Amanda Patchin: August 11, 7pm-9pm
- Caldwell Night Rodeo: August 13-17
- Farm to Fork Farmers Market: August 13, 5pm-8pm
- Tuesdays On the Creek: August 13, 6pm-7pm
- GNL Trivia @ Payette Brewing: August 13, 6pm-8pm
- Taphouse Pub & Eatery Trivia with Game Night Live: August 13, 7pm-9pm
- TerrorTuesdays – A Classic Horror Film & Popcorn: August 13, 7pm-9pm
- Zoobilee 2024 presented by Perkins Coie: August 16, 5:30pm
- Femme Fatale Comedy Show: August 16, 9pm-11pm
- Caldwell Night Rodeo Watch Party: August 16, 6pm-10pm
- Caldwell Night Rodeo Watch Party: August 17, 6pm-10pm
- Farm to Fork Farmers Market: August 20, 5pm-8pm
- Tuesdays On the Creek: August 20, 6pm-7pm
- GNL Trivia @ Payette Brewing: August 20, 6pm-8pm
- TerrorTuesdays – A Classic Horror Film & Popcorn: August 20, 7pm-9pm
- Taphouse Pub & Eatery Trivia with Game Night Live: August 20, 7pm-9pm
- Idaho Cutting Horse Association Fall Cutting: August 21-31
- Boise Open: August 22-25
- Standup Comedy – Scott Losse out of Seattle: August 23, 7pm-9pm
- Pooch Party Stroll & Splash: August 24, 9am-1pm
- Standup Comedy – Scott Losse out of Seattle: August 24, 7pm-9pm
- Boise Latino Fest: August 24, 3pm
- George Lopez: August 24, 7pm
- Standup Comedy – Sam Miller on Tour: August 25, 7pm-9pm
- Farm to Fork Farmers Market: August 27, 5pm-8pm
- Tuesdays On the Creek: August 27, 6pm-7pm
- GNL Trivia @ Payette Brewing: August 27, 6pm-8pm
- Taphouse Pub & Eatery Trivia with Game Night Live: August 27, 7pm-9pm
- TerrorTuesdays – A Classic Horror Film & Popcorn: August 27, 7pm-9pm
- Boise Zoo – Zoo’s Line is it Anyway?: August 30, 6pm-8pm
- Standup Comedy: Erik Escobar out of Los Angeles: August 30, 7pm-9pm
Arts and Music
If you’re a lover of arts and music, Boise has you covered. From outdoor concerts at Bogus Basin or the serene setting at Outlaw Field at the Idaho Botanical Garden, to live music at a variety of taphouses, breweries and parks, there are tunes for everyone that will get your foot tapping!
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Music on the Mountain at Bogus Basin is a free concert series with a lineup of incredible summer music. Plan a whole day to experience the breathtaking outdoors with scenic hiking trails and thrilling mountain biking, and after a morning of fun activities, settle in for a concert with the stunning mountain backdrop. Don’t forget your lawn chairs or a blanket and kick back and enjoy the sunshine and sounds!
For another unique outdoor experience, don’t miss the Idaho Shakespeare Festival. In August, Shakespeare’s magical comedy, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is featured. Bring a blanket, some snacks, and get ready for an exhilarating night of comedic adventure in a picturesque setting, suitable for all ages.
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For those who prefer a more contemporary vibe, check out First Thursday on August 1st. Downtown Boise comes alive with art galleries, street performances, and open studios. Local merchants plan exciting, engaging in-store events including food and beverage tastings, local art exhibits, retail trunk shows, live music, family activities, and entertainment in a special and unique way you’ll only find in Downtown Boise. Stop into your favorite establishment or check out someplace new!
More Arts & Music
- Live Music at The Warehouse: August 1, 5pm-8pm
- Thursday Thunder – Guilty Pleasure: August 1, 6pm
- The Gold Souls – First Thursday Free Show: August 1, 5pm
- Great Garden Escape Concert Series – Casio Dreams: August 1, 6pm
- American Tradition: August 1, 6pm-9pm
- Live Music @ Boise Brewing’s Taproom Every Thursday!: August 1, 6pm-9pm
- Michael Franti & Spearhead: August 1, 6:15pm
- SURFER GIRL + Mouse Powell: August 1, 8pm
- Rob Harding: August 2, 2pm-5pm
- Smooth Avenue: August 2, 6pm-9pm
- ATMOSPHERE – Tour De Friends Part Trois with HEBL & NOFUN!: August 2, 8pm
- Luke Bryan: Mind of a Country Boy Tour 2024: August 2, 7pm
- BRI KLEINER PARK LIVE – Orale: August 2, 7pm-9pm
- SPOON BENDERS + Mandias: August 2, 8pm
- TRUTH with Ternion Sound and The Widdler: August 2, 8pm
- BY & BYE – an unsustainable art show: August 2-3
- Sam Redbeard: August 2, 11am-1pm
- Mike Barriatua and Friends: August 3, 2pm-5pm
- Bogus Basin – Music on the Patio: August 3, 2pm-5pm
- August Metal Attack: August 3, 7:30pm
- Jason Mraz & The Superband Summer Tour 2024: August 3, 7:30pm
- Andy O & Axiom, All Star Opera, Sus, Madison Proof: August 3, 8pm
- COLOR GREEN + WUT + The French Tips + Papas: August 3, 8pm
- Nick Mattera: August 4, 11am-1pm
- Leta Harris Neustaedter Band: August 4, 2pm-5pm
- Bogus Basin – Music on the Patio: August 4, 2pm-5pm
- The Come Together Band: August 6pm-9pm
- GRIMAGE + OATHBOUND + Maelstrom, Hand Me The Knife, A Traitor’s Last Breath: August 4, 8pm
- Jazz Monday – Rob Harding Quartet: August 5, 6pm-9pm
- Blues Tuesday – The Lucky Losers: August 6, 6pm-9pm
- Jake Kohn, Aaron Golay: August 6, 8pm
- URBAN HEAT + Gvllow + Delores Galore: August 6, 8pm
- Smith and Tegio: August 7, 6pm-9pm
- Disney’s Frozen – The Hit Broadway Musical: August 7-18
- Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp: August 7, 5pm
- Live Music at The Warehouse: August 8, 5pm-8pm
- Thursday Thunder – Dusty Leigh: August 8, 6pm
- Gary Tackett & Full Moon Rude: August 8, 6pm-9pm
- Great Garden Escape Concert Series – Afrosoncis: August 8, 6pm
- Live Music @ Boise Brewing’s Taproom Every Thursday!: August 8, 6pm-9pm
- Koe Wetzel: August 8, 7pm
- The Arcadian Wild: August 8, 8pm
- Donny Ozmond: August 8, 8pm
- VICTORIA BAILEY: August 8, 8pm
- LORD BUFFALO: August 8, 8pm
- Landonious Monk: August 9, 2pm-5pm
- Aaron Golay & The Original Sin: August 9, 6pm-9pm
- Billy Currington: August 9, 7pm
- Wallows: August 9, 7pm
- The Dead South: August 9, 7pm
- Built To Spill – There’s Nothing Wrong With Love 30th Anniversary Tour: August 9, 8pm
- BRIJEAN, Colloboh: August 9, 8pm
- Hobo Johnson & The Lovemakers: August 9, 8pm
- Nampa Festival of the Arts: August 10-11
- Daft Pretty Girl: August 10, 11am-1pm
- Blaze & Kelly Trio: August 10, 2pm-5pm
- Audio Moonshine: August 10, 6pm-9pm
- Bogus Basin – Music on the Patio: August 10, 2pm-5pm
- The Men Who Fell to Earth – David Bowie Tribute: August 10, 7pm
- Flatland Cavalry & Trampled by Turtles: August 10, 7:30pm
- Dweezil Zappa: August 10, 8pm
- NICK DELFFS (album release) + Jeffrey Silverstein: August 10, 8pm
- Spoon: August 10, 8pm
- Hand Trembler, BendreTheGiant, Allegedly: August 10, 9pm
- Boise Baroque Summer Music Festival – Mannheim Rocket: August 11
- The Suburbans: August 11, 11am-1pm
- Bogus Basin – Music on the Patio: August 11, 2pm-5pm
- Isaac Walton & Current Flow: August 11, 2pm-5pm
- The Noteables: August 11, 6pm-9pm
- BEN GOLDSMITH: August 11, 8pm
- Jazz Monday – Nick Monteiro Group: August 12, 6pm-9pm
- FELSENMIRROR, Ghorot , Fleshdirt: August 12, 8pm
- Blues Tuesday: Blues Directors: August 13, 6pm-9pm
- JUMP, JAM & JIVE – Jan Reed & The In Between: August 13, 6pm
- St. Vincent: August 13, 8pm
- Key Queens: August 14, 6pm-9pm
- GIUDA: August 14, 8pm
- The Main Event: August 15, 6pm-9pm
- Sierra Ferrell – Shoot For The Moon Tour: August 15, 7pm
- Live Music at The Warehouse: August 15, 5pm-8pm
- Thursday Thunder – Generator Saints: August 15, 6pm
- Live Music @ Boise Brewing’s Taproom Every Thursday!: August 15, 6pm-9pm
- Mt. Joy: August 15, 7pm
- REZN + Crush The Monster + Mute Duo: August 15, 8pm
- Devon Tyler: August 16, 2pm-5pm
- Kill-A-Brew: August 16, 6pm-9pm
- Dirty Heads & Slightly Stoopid w/ Common Kings, The Elovaters: August 16, 6pm
- Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats: August 16, 7pm
- The Shivas, Family Worship Center , aka Belle: August 16, 8pm
- Broadway Rave: August 16, 8pm
- BRI KLEINER PARK LIVE – Blues Society: August 16, 7pm-9pm
- THE BURKHARTS + Mercy Giant + The Other Room There: August 16, 8pm
- Gimme Gimme Disco: August 16, 8:30pm
- Steve Celi: August 17, 11am-1pm
- Tin Roof Terrors: August 17, 2pm-5pm
- I-90 Band: August 17, 6pm-9pm
- Bogus Basin – Music on the Patio: August 17, 2pm-5pm
- ME FIRST AND THE GIMME GIMMES: August 17, 7pm
- Them Dirty Roses, Aaron Ball Band: August 17, 8pm
- HELP + Machine Country + Trauma Kit + Dreams of Blights: August 17, 8pm
- Crazy Love: August 18, 11am-1pm
- Tree City Soul: August 18, 2pm-5pm
- Johnny Boy Kunk Band: August 18, 6pm-9pm
- Bogus Basin – Reading on the Mountain | Boise Contemporary Theater: August 18, 7pm
- Bogus Basin – Music on the Patio: August 18, 2pm-5pm
- Falling in Reverse: August 18, 5:45pm
- THE LOX w/ wins, E&J (Eleven & Jason D), TNY: August 18, 7pm
- Boise Baroque Summer Music Festival – Mozart’s Layover in Linz: August 18
- Hot Freaks, Dante Elephante, James Plane Wreck: August 18, 8pm
- THEM COULEE BOYS + Dr Scott’s Electric Hairbrush: August 18, 8pm
- Bay Ledges, DLG: August 18, 8pm
- Jazz Monday – Robyn O’Donahue and Friends: August 19, 6pm-9pm
- WAXAHATCHEE w/ Tré Burt: August 19, 7pm
- The Aristocrats – The Duck Tour 2024: August 19, 8pm
- DANIEL NUNNELEE – June, Baby Fall Tour: August 19, 8pm
- Kansas: August 19, 8pm
- Blues Tuesday – Blues to Lose: August 20, 6pm-9pm
- LUTAN FYAH w/ Droop Lion: August 20, 7pm
- LETTUCE: August 20, 7:30pm
- Nate Smith: August 20, 8pm
- ATTA BOY: August 20, 8pm
- An evening with SATSANG: August 20, 8pm
- NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERT SERIES at Kristin Armstrong Park: August 21, 5pm
- Andrew Kinsey: August 21, 6pm-9pm
- THE CRANE WIVES w/ Steven Leaf: August 21, 7pm
- Tyler Childers – Mule Pull ’24 Tour: August 21, 7pm
- Together Pangea Celebrates 10 Years of Badillac: August 21, 8pm
- Yung Gravy: August 21, 8pm
- Mary Lambert, Jenny Zigrino: August 21, 8pm
- Live Music at The Warehouse: August 22, 5pm-8pm
- Trials & Tribulations: August 22, 6pm-9pm
- Great Garden Escape Concert Series – McKenna Esteb: August 22, 6pm
- Thursday Thunder – Asphalt Buffet: August 22, 6pm
- Live Music @ Boise Brewing’s Taproom Every Thursday!: August 22, 6pm-9pm
- ALVVAYS w/ The Beths: August 22, 7pm
- Jon Pardi: August 22, 7pm
- X – Smoke & Fiction Tour: August 22, 8pm
- REB & THE GOOD NEWS: August 22, 8pm
- HANNAH DASHER w/ Eli Howard: August 22, 8pm
- The Beach Boys: August 22, 8pm
- See Them Cannons: August 23, 2pm-5pm
- Sam Henry Band: August 23, 6pm-9pm
- Daryl Hall: August 23, 7pm
- Peter Cat Recording Co: August 23, 8pm
- Josh Turner: August 23, 8pm
- Greg Bridges: August 24, 11am-1pm
- Great Bait: August 24, 2pm-5pm
- Epic Union: August 24, 6pm-9pm
- Goo Goo Dolls: August 24, 7pm
- Three Dog Night: August 24, 7pm
- Bogus Basin – Music on the Patio: August 24, 2pm-5pm
- DESOLATION HORSE with FRANKIE TILLO and PORCHKISS: August 24, 7pm
- Leta Harris Neustaedter: August 25, 11am-1pm
- The Oliphants: August 25, 2pm-5pm
- The Saloonatics: August 25, 6pm-9pm
- Bogus Basin – Music on the Patio: August 25, 2pm-5pm
- Switchfoot / Blue October / Matt Nathanson: August 25, 6:30pm
- Boise Baroque Summer Music Festival – Bach’s Offspring: August 25
- THE BLANK TAPES: August 25, 8pm
- Jazz Monday – Mike Barriatua Trio: August 26, 6pm-9pm
- Blues Tuesday – Blues Addicts: August 27, 6pm-9pm
- JUMP, JAM & JIVE – Buddy Devore & The Faded Cowboys: August 27, 6pm
- Kaleo – Payback Tour 2024: August 27, 7pm
- Michael F. Rose: August 28, 6pm-9pm
- Jelly Roll – The Beautifully Broken Tour: August 28, 7pm
- Live Music at The Warehouse: August 29, 5pm-8pm
- Live Music @ Boise Brewing’s Taproom Every Thursday!: August 29, 6pm-9pm
- Darci Carlson Band: August 29, 6pm-9pm
- Thursday Thunder – Casio Dreams: August 29, 6pm
- Lindsey Stirling The Duality Tour: August 29, 7pm
- THE POLYPHONIC SPREE w/ Another Michael: August 29, 7pm
- Hinder: August 29, 8pm
- TEKE::TEKE with Psymon Spine: August 29, 7pm
- Mike Cramer: August 30, 2pm-5pm
- Push2Play: August 30, 6pm-9pm
- Bravo the Bagchaser: August 30, 8pm
- THE PARANOYDS: August 30, 8pm
- Quiet Nights: August 31, 11am-1pm
- Ashleigh Flynn & The Riveters: August 31, 2pm-5pm
- The Last Call: August 31, 6pm-9pm
- Bogus Basin – Music on the Patio: August 31, 2pm-6pm
- Iration And Pepper With Special Guests DENM And Artikal Sound System: August 31, 6pm
- Frank Turner & the Sleeping Souls – Undefeated: August 31, 7pm
- IAN MCCONNELL: August 31, 8pm
- NIGHTCRY with Venus Love, Lieform, Slade Brooks: August 31, 7pm
Staying Active
August is a fantastic time to get outside and stay active. Whether you enjoy yoga, mountain biking, hiking or running, there are plenty of activities planned that will get your blood pumping!
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Even a basketball tournament that takes to the streets is an option, as BAM Jam 3 on 3 Basketball returns August 2nd-4th. BAM Jam is the biggest 3 on 3 basketball tournament in Idaho where youth, high school and adult teams compete. The tournament is located in the heart of downtown Caldwell, ID at Indian Creek Plaza, which provides an awesome playing environment with shaded streets and easy parking. Indian Creek Plaza features some of the best food vendors in town. Grab a bite to eat, a refreshing drink or an ice cold treat while you are waiting for the next game. Bring the whole family and enjoy BAM Jam!
More Active Events
- Downhill mountain bike Community Race: August 1, 5pm
- Yoga on the Mountain: August 1, 6:30pm
- Bam Jam: August 2-4
- Picklin’ to End Alzheimer’s Tournament: August 3, 8am-3pm
- Yoga on the Mountain: August 3, 10am
- Boise Front Trail Run: August 3, 8am
- Kuna Days Fun Run & Walk: August 3, 8am-12pm
- Audacious Running: August 3, 10:30am-12pm
- Sound Bathing Yoga on the Mountain: August 4, 10am
- 2C Yoga on the Plaza: August 5, 10am
- Yoga on the Mountain: August 8, 6:30pm
- 2024 No Greater Love Aviation Foundation Memorial Run: August 10, 7:30am
- Rock N Brew 50K, 28K, 10M: August 10, 5am
- Wicked Wine Run Boise: August 10, 9am
- Yoga on the Mountain: August 10, 10am
- 2C Yoga on the Plaza: August 12, 10am
- Yoga on the Mountain: August 15, 6:30pm
- Yoga on the Mountain: August 17, 10am
- Aaron Butler Memorial Purple Heart Run: August 17, 9am
- 2C Yoga on the Plaza: August 19, 10am
- Foothills XC12K: August 24, 8am
- Wild River Dash Duathlon: August 24, 9am
- Yoga on the Mountain: August 24, 10am
- 2C Yoga on the Plaza: August 26, 10am
- Yoga on the Mountain: August 31, 10am
Farmers Markets
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No summer is complete without a visit to a farmers market, and Boise’s markets are some of the best around. The Capital City Public Market downtown runs every Saturday morning and is the perfect spot to pick up local fresh produce and seasonal vegetables and fruit, handmade crafts, and delicious baked goods. It’s a great way to spend a Saturday morning, enjoying the atmosphere of downtown Boise, and supporting local businesses!
More Farmers Markets
- Boise Farmers Market: Saturdays 9am-1pm
- Capital City Public Market: Saturdays 9:30am-1:30pm
- Meridian Main Street Market: Saturdays 9am-1pm
- Eagle Saturday Market: Saturdays 9am-2pm
- Nampa Farmers Market: Saturdays 9am-1pm
August in Boise is a treasure trove of activities and events that cater to every interest. Whether you’re spending time with family, enjoying local art and music, staying active, or indulging in fresh market finds, there’s something for everyone. So make the most of the beautiful month of August `and experience all that Boise summers have to offer!