As the sun-drenched days of summer begin to slowly wane, we welcome the arrival of August– a month filled with new beginnings, memorable activities, and endless possibilities!
The Treasure Valley has a long list of exciting activities to close out the summer with a bang! From the hot air balloons filling the morning sky and a country star making a stop at the Ford Idaho Center to a music festival bringing life to a winery– there is something for everyone to experience. So, clear your calendars and get ready to embark on an exciting journey of community events that promise to make August an unforgettable month!
Family
Experience the magical feeling of watching hot air balloons ascend into the morning sky above Boise, or make a wish as you release a glowing lantern into the night sky at the Boise Sky Lantern Festival!
And Summer wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the Western Idaho Fair, so grab a comfy pair of shoes and go for a spin on the Ferris wheel!
- Western Idaho Fair: August 18 – 27
- Boise Sky Lantern Festival: August 26, 4pm – 9pm
- Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic 2023: August 30 – September 3
Festivals and Events
Kick-off Caldwell Night Rodeo Week at Indian Creek Plaza’s barn dance! Put on your boots and get ready to stomp along to the beat of country music.
Don’t miss out on one of the biggest outdoor rodeos in the nation! As the first rodeo in the Pacific Northwest to ever be held under the lights– Caldwell Night Rodeo offers an authentic rodeo experience unlike any other!
- Tuesdays on the Creek: August 1, 6pm
- The Dollop!: August 1, 8pm
- Alive After Five: August 2, 5pm
- SUPERSIZED First Thursday: August 3, 5pm – 9pm
- The Journey Within – Wisdom & Meditation with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: August 3, 7pm
- Idaho Paint Horse Club: August 3-6
- Caldwell Night Rodeo: August 15-19, 8pm
- Brew at the Zoo: August 4, 5:30pm – 8:30pm
- IMomSoHard: August 4, 8pm
- Tuesdays on the Creek: August 8, 6pm
- Zone One Paint: August 8-13
- Alive After Five: August 9, 5pm
- Don’s Supreme Auto 4th Annual Show & Shine: August 12, 9am – 1pm
- Boise Soul Food Festival: August 12, 11am – 8pm
- Boots, Buckles & Brews: August 12, 6pm – 10pm
- Nampa Festival of the Arts: August 12-13
- Tuesdays on the Creek: August 15, 6pm
- Alive After Five: August 16, 5pm
- Boise Tattoo Convention 2023: August 18 – 20
- Boise Goathead Fest: August 19, 10:30am – 5pm
- 10th Annual Hop Rod Car Show: August 20, 11am
- Tuesdays on the Creek: August 22, 6pm
- Idaho Cutting Horse Association – Fall Cutting: August 23 – September 3
- Nurse Blake – Shock Advised Tour: August 24, 8pm
- Boise Open: August 24-27
- Squatch Con Idaho: August 26, 11am – 6pm
- Tuesdays on the Creek: August 29, 6pm
Arts & Music
Whether you love country music, folk, or alternative rock– there is a set list just for you! From Luke Bryan and Dierks Bently to Cheryl Crow and Zach Bryan, August is filled with good music and fun festivals!
- The String Cheese Incident: August 1, 7pm
- Boygenius, Illuminati Hotties: August 2, 7:30pm
- Courtney Marie Andrews: August 2, 8pm
- The Breeders: August 3, 8pm
- Rock to End Alzheimer’s: August 5, 7pm
- Luke Bryan: August 5, 7pm
- Amos Lee: August 5, 7:30pm
- Yellowcard: August 5, 8pm
- George Thorogood and the Destroyers: August 6, 7:30pm
- Emily Nenni: August 8, 8pm
- Dierks Bently: August 10, 7pm
- Soulja Boy: August 10, 8pm
- Bon Iver: August 11, 6:30pm
- Clutch: August 11, 8pm
- Michael Franti & Spearhead: August 12, 7pm
- W.A.S.P.: August 12, 8pm
- Iris DeMent: August 12, 8pm
- Young the Giant: August 14, 7pm
- White Reaper: August 16, 8pm
- Russell Dickerson: August 17, 8pm
- Zach Bryan: August 17, 8pm
- Vantage presents Dismas Premiere: August 18, 7pm
- Simpul Fest: August 18-19
- Crankdat: August 19, 7:30pm
- Flatland Cavalry: August 19, 8pm
- Idaho Tejano Music Festival: August 20, 3pm – 10pm
- Futurebirds: August 20, 8pm
- GWAR: August 21, 7pm
- Sheryl Crow: August 24, 7:30pm
- Joan Jett and the Blackhearts: August 25, 7:30pm
- Shrek Rave: August 25, 9pm
- Weezer: August 26, 6:45pm
- End of Summer Bash: August 26, 10pm
- Lindsey Stirling: August 28, 7:30pm
- Noah Cyrus: August 29, 8pm
- Hermit Music Festival 2023: August 31 – September 4
- Gazebo Concert Series – Jeff Engelbert Band: August 31, 6:30pm
- The Beach Boys: August 31, 7:30pm
- Hannah Dasher, Dave Nudo Band: August 31, 8pm
Stay Active
If you love street basketball or you know someone who does, this is your chance– Bam Jam is THE outdoor basketball tournament to watch or participate in. And don’t worry if you have a competitive spirit but prefer a more recreational style of play… Bam Jam has both!
- Bam Jam: August 4-6
- Boise Front Trail Run: August 5, 8am
- Yoga for Good: August 5, 10pm
- Boise’s First Kids Adventure Race!: August 19, 8am
- Aaron Butler Memorial Purple Heart Run: August 19, 9am
Farmers Markets
Don’t forget to check out your favorite Farmers Market– a venue where local producers, crafters, and artisans come together to provide a variety of fresh produce and locally crafted products directly to your community!
- 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
Whether you’re hoping to watch a professional bull rider take on the brutal 8 second challenge or spend an evening listening to good music– August offers something for everyone. It’s the final lap before summer comes to a close, so remember to embrace the simple joys of Idaho’s beauty and make the most of every moment under the sun.
