Discover the best things to do in Boise and the Treasure Valley in May 2025, including Mother’s Day celebrations on May 11th. From a relaxing Mother’s Day brunch at Sockeye Alehouse to vibrant Cinco de Mayo events and engaging family activities, our guide showcases the diverse happenings. Explore local events in Boise, Mother’s Day brunch Boise, and May events Idaho to make the most of this spring season.

Mother’s Day

2025 Mother’s Day Brunch

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a relaxing and delicious brunch buffet at Sockeye Alehouse.This ticketed event offers two convenient seating times, 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM, allowing you to treat Mom to a stress-free morning filled with good food and delightful drink specials like Mimosa Flights and Beermosas.With a family-friendly atmosphere and a menu catering to all tastes, it’s the perfect way to make the day extra special. Secure your spot for this enjoyable occasion by purchasing tickets in advance, priced at $28 per adult and $16 for children under 10.

More Mother’s Day Events

Mother’s Day Photo Card – Dogtopia: May 9
Mother’s Day Market: May 10, 10am – 3pm
Mother’s Day Garden Market @ Victory Gardens Nursery: May 10-11, 9am – 5pm
Mother’s Day Brunch at Zoo Boise: May 11, 9am-10am
Mother’s Day M imosa Bar: May 10-11
Mimosas With Mom: May 11, 11am – 3pm
Mother’s Day with Casio Dreams at Ste. Chapelle: May 11, 11am – 3pm
2025 Mother’s Day Brunch: May 11, 10am-1pm
Mother’s Day Brunch at the Farm: May 11, 3pm
Mother’s Day Music Fest at Heritage Social Club: May 11, 4pm
Mothers Day: A Dueling Piano show-Mother’s Day Edition: May 11, 6pm-8:30pm

Cinco De Mayo

Cinco de Mayo at Indian Creek Plaza

Cinco de Mayo at Indian Creek Plaza in Caldwell is a vibrant community celebration filled with the lively spirit of Mexican culture. The plaza comes alive with energetic dancing, live music from bands, and the enticing aromas of spicy food, often featuring a popular taco taste-off competition. Attendees can expect a festive atmosphere with delicious beverages and entertainment, creating a fast-paced and enjoyable fiesta for everyone who gathers to commemorate the holiday.

More Cinco de Mayo Events

Cinco De Mayo Street Festival: May 1, 6pm-9pm
A Latin Night Out – Tequila & Mezcal Dinner Pairing!: May 3, 6pm-8:30pm
Boise Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl: May 3, 4pm-10pm
Cinco de Mayo Weekend at Barbarian: May 3-5
Cinco De Mayo – Fiesta en el Callejon 2025: May 4, 2pm-10pm
Cinco De Mayo Treats – Dogtopia: May 5
Cinco de Mayo Punk Rock Bash at Mad Swede Brew Hall!: May 5, 6pm-9pm
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Tejano Outlaw at Big Al’s Patio!: May 3, 6pm-8pm

Family Events

Adaptive Evening at the Zoo

Join Zoo Boise for an after-hours zoo experience designed for individuals with disabilities and their families and friends! Stations are focused on varying degrees of sensory input and will include self-guided animal artifact exploration, guided zoo exploration time (please note, some animals have an early bedtime), up close animal encounters, and art activities. Everyone is welcome to enroll!

More Family Events

Animal Days: May 1-3
May the Fourth Be With You at The Village!: May 4, 12pm-3pm
Monster Jam: May 9-11
Gem State Comic Con: May 17-18
Blippi: Join the Band Tour!: May 27, 6pm
7th Annual MPCE All Abilities Spring Carnival: May 28

Stay Active

Famous Idaho Po tato Marathon

The Famous Idaho Potato Marathon, presented by the Treasure Valley YMCA and the Idaho Potato Commission, is a popular annual race held along the scenic Boise Greenbelt. This Boston Marathon qualifier offers a flat and fast course for a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, making it an inclusive event for runners of all levels. Participants can enjoy the beautiful scenery and a post-race celebration, complete with a themed potato bar, making it a unique and spud-tacular experience.

More Stay Active Events

Boise River Marathon: May 3, 6:30am
Girls on the Run Spring Season 5k: May 3, 8:30am
Sharon’s Ride.Run.Walk. 2025: May 4, 9am
40th Saint Alphonsus Capitol Classic Kids Run: May 18
Kick for Kenya and Clean Water 5k: May 24, 9:30am
Telaya Wine Run 5k: May 31, 9am
Access to Justice FUND Run/Walk 5k: May 31, 10am

Festivals & Events

Taste of Caldwell Wine Festival

The Taste of Caldwell Wine Festival offers a delightful afternoon in the heart of Caldwell, Idaho, showcasing the region’s burgeoning wine scene. Attendees can stroll through the historic downtown area, sampling a diverse selection of wines from local wineries while enjoying the charming ambiance and often live music. This event provides a wonderful opportunity to discover new favorite vintages, mingle with winemakers, and experience the growing viticultural landscape of the Treasure Valley in a relaxed and festive setting.

More Festival & Events

Steve Hofstetter: May 1, 8pm
Front Street Fights 31: May 2, 7pm
The Girls Day Out Expo: May 3, 10am-4pm
The Experience Idaho Expo: May 3, 10am-4pm
Idaho Health & Fitness Expo: May 3, 10am-4pm
Best Little Derby in the West: May 3-10
Michael Blaustein – The Taste Me Tour: May 3, 4:30pm
Parallel After Dark – Music Bingo Night: May 8, 7pm
Rusty Barn Quilt, Craft and Sewing Festival: May 8-10
Todd Barry: May 9, 7pm
Beltane Fantasy Festival: May 10
Blossoms & Bruises – Triple Header: May 10,2:30pm-9:30pm
Gem State Stock Horse: May 15-18
The Patty Duke Awards: May 16, 7:30pm
Wine Safari (21+): May 16, 5:30pm-7:45pm
Dress Express Bridal Expo: May 17
Farm to Fork Farmers Market: May 20, 5pm-8pm
Tuesday’s on the Creek: May 20, 6pm-9pm
Idaho Reined Cow Horse Association: May 22-25
Jefito’s Car Show: May 24
Farm to Fork Farmers Market: May 27, 5pm-8pm
Tuesday’s on the Creek: May 27, 6pm-9pm
Michael Yo: May 29, 7pm

Arts & Music

Outlaw Music Festival

The Outlaw Music Festival is set to bring a legendary lineup to the Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater in Nampa on May 20, 2025. This highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable day of live music, featuring iconic artists such as Willie Nelson & Family and Bob Dylan, alongside the dynamic sounds of Billy Strings, Sierra Hull, and Lily Meola. Music lovers can expect a vibrant atmosphere under the Idaho sky, enjoying performances from these celebrated musicians in an open-air setting known for its excellent acoustics and spacious layout.

More Arts & Music Events

NAILS: May 1, 6pm
Grand Kyiv Ballet Sleeping Beauty: May 1, 7pm
Silversun Pickups: May 2, 7pm
Hairball – A Bombastic Celebration of Arena Rock: May 2, 7pm
Crankdat: May 2, 8pm
The Sleeping Beauty: May 2-4
Capital City Ballet – Coppelia: May 3
Victor Wooten & The Wooten Brothers: May 8, 7pm
Fiddler on the Roof: May 8-11
May The Rock Be Ever In Your Favor: May 9, 7pm
The Moss: May 10, 7pm
Nightly, Jonah Marais, Struan: May 10, 8pm
Your Neighbors, Dreamfone: May 10, 8pm
Nekrogoblikon: May 11, 6pm
Eem Triplin: Melody of a Memory: May 11, 8pm
Moon Owl’s Mages: May 14, 7pm
The Dip: May 15, 7pm
Allison Russell, Kara Jackson: May 15, 7pm
Trey Lewis: Ain’t Nothing Wrong With It Tour: May 16, 8pm
Rilo Kiley: May 17, 7pm
An Evening with Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit: May 17, 7pm
DynaDuo Presents: Degenerate Mothers & Friends: May17 , 7pm
Boise Philharmonic Presents Mahler 1: May 17-18
Gang of Four: May 18, 6pm
iann dior, Outbreak: May 18,8pm
An Evening with James Taylor: May 21, 7:30pm
Treasure Valley Dancing with the Stars: May 22, 7pm
Daniel Rodriguez, Jesse Blake Rundle: May 22, 8pm
Matisyahu, Electric Kif: May 22, 8pm
Turnover: May 23, 7pm
Lord Huron | Strange Trails – 10th Anniversary Tour: May 23, 7:30pm
Boise Ballet Spring Performance: May 24, 1pm
Zingara: May 24, 8pm
Tropical Latin Party: May 24, 9pm
The Bouncing Souls: May 28, 6pm
TOMMY JAMES & THE SHONDELLS with THE ASSOCIATION: May 28, 7:30pm
Inspired Dance Presents – Decades of Light: May 29, 6:30pm
Khruangbin | A La Sala Tour: May 29, 7pm
WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?: May 29, 7:30pm
TesseracT, Daedric: May 29, 8pm
HARDY Jim Bob World Tour: May 30, 6:30pm
The Black Keys | No Rain No Flowers: May 30, 7pm
THE TAYLOR PARTY: THE TS DANCE PARTY (21+): May 30, 9pm
Beats Antiqwue: May 31, 8pm

Farmers Markets

Boise Farmers Market

The Boise Farmers Market focuses on local food, cultivating new farmers, incubating new food ideas, and creating a community space to learn about food and sustainability.