What a beautiful springy week! There’s lots and lots of fun things going on. Real quick:
Wanna join the next Dinner Club? I just opened May dinners 🙂
- April 13: Downtown Boise Dinner Club very few seats left!
- April 30: Boise Bench Dinner Club has 79 seats left!
- May 5: Downtown Boise Dinner Club has 108 seats left!
- May 28: Eagle Dinner Club has 120 seats left!
Thank you Boise Contemporary Theater for sponsoring From Boise Dinner Club 💌
Kids Activities & Camps Fair
Saturday, April 11
- Boise With Kids is hosting a free Kids Activities & Camps Fair at TRICA in Hyde Park from 2–5pm. It’s a drop-in fair where families can explore local camps, classes, and kids programs all in one place. There’s crafts and giveaways too. It’s free to attend!
Things to do
Thursday, April 9
- Writer’s Detention Workshop is happening at JUMP from 5:30pm-7:30pm. It’s a a two-hour weekly commitment to whatever project you’ve been promising yourself you’ll get to ‘someday.’ Participants will write in a quiet room with prompts available for those who need a jump start.
- Trolley Takeover is happening at Dee’s Ice Cream Trolley (1619 N 13th St) from 6–9pm. Curbside Books is popping up on Dee’s patio with kids and adult books.
- Zoo Boise: Wild at Twilight is happening at Zoo Boise from 6–8pm. It’s an after-hours adventure exploring the mysterious and nocturnal behaviors of Zoo Boise animals through hands-on activities and guided tours. Beer, wine, and cider available for purchase. 21+
Thursday, April 9 – Saturday, April 11
- Vintage Market Days is happening at Expo Idaho all weekend. There’s over 120 vendors with vintage, antique, home decor, clothing, jewelry, food, live music, and more.
Friday, April 10
- Gather & Paint: Ink + Wash – Boise City Scenes is happening from 6–8pm. This beginner-friendly workshop guides you through the classic ink-and-wash technique to create your own Boise city scene. All materials provided, no experience needed.
- Shakespearience: The Keeper of the Woods is happening at JUMP Amphitheater from 6–7pm. It’s a family-friendly performance by Idaho Theater for Youth that follows two siblings who navigate a mysterious forest full of folkloric creatures. It’s free!
- Jurassic Night at the Discovery Center is happening from 6pm-10pm. It’s an after-hours museum experience exploring Dinosaurs on the Move: The Animated Exhibition. Tix are $27-$30 and there’s drinks available for purchase. 21+
- Captivating Conversations: Eagle Island – Preserving Our Past & Planning for the Future is happening at the Old Idaho Penitentiary from 6–8pm (presentation at 6:30pm). Idaho Dept. of Parks and Recreation’s Melanie Schuster shares the history and preservation story of Eagle Island State Park. Arrive early to explore the site and grab complimentary refreshments. It’s free!
Friday, April 10 – Saturday, April 11
- Beloved artist and longtime LED collaborator, Ching Ching Wong returns to Boise for an unforgettable evening of original dance creations. The performances are at The Dixon at 7:30pm both nights. Tix are $38.30–$63.30.
Saturday, April 11
- Family Second Saturday: Historic Fashion is happening at the Idaho State Museum from 12–3pm. Explore interactive, self-guided activities about the styles, textiles, and traditions that shaped how Idahoans dressed across the centuries, including a Make a Historic Pen Pal craft. Free with museum admission!
- A Night at the Museum is happening at the Children’s Museum of Idaho in Meridian from 5:30–7:30pm. The museum comes to life with costumed characters bringing exhibits to life, from swashbuckling pirates and adventurous pilots to historical pioneers demonstrating traditional crafts. Tix are $15 adults and $12 children under 10.
Sunday, April 12
- Lux Beauty + Wellness Mixer is happening at Studio Lux Boise from 12–3pm. This curated industry gathering brings together beauty professionals, wellness practitioners, and lifestyle vendors for networking, product demos, vendor booths, and a mini social media workshop at 1:30pm. Tix are $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
- It’s Our Party is happening at Idaho Film Society from 7pm–2am. It’s BNDRY’s one-year anniversary celebration bringing together local DJs, live acoustic sets, a night market, art gallery, and food from OWW Snap and Amina’s African Sambusas. Come ready to dance. Tix are $12. 21+
Monday, April 13
- Science on Tap is happening at Boise Brewing from 5:30–6:30pm. Dr. Steven Buerki is talking about “Breaking the Extinction Vortex: Seed-Based Recovery of a Threatened Idaho Plant” – covering conservation efforts for an endangered Idaho species. I think it’s free!
Tuesday, April 14
- Make & Take Craft Night: Book Bedazzling is happening at Rediscovered Books from 7–8:30pm. Bedazzle the book of your choice with all supplies provided — bring your own or snag one at 25% off the night of the event. Tix are $40.
Wednesday, April 15
- Boise Weekly Language Exchange is happening at JUMP from 6:30–8:30pm. This casual weekly meetup brings together conversation tables for Spanish, French, English, German, and more — just show up, pick a table, and start chatting. It’s free!
- A Spring Soirée at the Park is happening at Riverfront Park (E. 42nd St, Garden City) from 3:30–5:30pm. The Garden City Library is celebrating spring and National Librarian Appreciation Day with otter pops, games, a scavenger hunt, a bounce house, books, and crafts. It’s free!
- Hops ‘N Homes free class for first time homebuyers is happening at Barbarian Downtown at 6pm. Learn everything you need to know about the home buying process. This class is life changing and it’s free! 21+
Food finds & things to drink
New West End Wine Bar
- Skosh Wine Bar opened yesterday. It’s located at 901 N 27th Street, Suite 108A. They offer Pacific Northwest wines and curated small bites, including “butter boards” with Glutonia bread, charcuterie boards, dips, and samplers.
Saturday, April 11
- Boise Farmers Market is going on 9am-1pm at 1500 shoreline Drive.
- Capital City Public Market opening day! It’s on the Grove Plaza from 9:30am-1pm.
- Meridian Main Street Market opening day! It’s at Meridian City Hall from 9am–1:30pm.
- Nampa Farmers Market soft opening is at Lloyd Square Park from 9am-1:30pm. There’s over 120 local vendors.
Comedy & storytelling
Thursday, April 9
- GenX Takeover Comedy Tour is happening at Morrison Center starting at 7pm. It blends nostalgia, authenticity, and humor from iconic Gen X creators.
- Comedy Open Mic at Liquid Laughs is going from 9pm-10:30pm. Local comics workshop material and new comics give it a try. It’s free!
Friday, April 10
- Live Improv Comedy: DNA is happening at Liquid Laughs from 8–9pm. It’s a fast-paced improv show that drops original characters into fully formed fictional worlds and lets the story rip. Tix are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. 18+
Saturday, April 11
- Cristian Gutierrez + Jerry Garcia are at The Egyptian Theatre for the Perritos Only Presents: That’s Not Me Tour. Show starts at 8pm and it’s 21+.
Sunday, April 12
- Sunday Night Olympic Mic is happening at The Olympic at 8pm (sign-ups at 7:30pm). It’s free! 21+
Monday, April 13
- Josh Farley: Magic Across America Tour is at The Olympic Venue from 6–9pm. As seen on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, illusionist Josh Farley brings his blend of hard-hitting magic, storytelling, and comedy to Boise as part of his 50 states in 50 weeks tour. Tix are $30.23.
Wednesday, April 15
- Brandon Mull: A Children’s Author Event is happening at the Egyptian Theatre at 7:30pm. Rediscovered Books presents bestselling Fablehaven author Brandon Mull celebrating the release of his new series with a presentation, book signing, and photos. Tix are $35 adults (includes a copy of Forbidden Mountain) or $10 for kids 17 and under.
Tunes & shows
Thursday, April 9
- RUDY + Bad Press + Sun Dogs at Shrine Social Club (psychedelic blues rock)
- Stef & The Groove at The Sapphire Room (rock/R&B/funk/blues)
- Overtime + Wildcard + DurtE + Jake LaCoste + Shawn Paris at Knitting Factory (country rap/rock)
- Wesley George at Boise Brewing
- One Direction Dance Party at Shrine Social Club (dance party)
- J. Killen + Andy Crosby & the Burning Roses + Monica Saxton at The Olympic (americana)
Friday, April 10
- The Noteables at Player’s Pub & Grill (rock covers)
- Jim Brickman at The Egyptian Theatre (piano)
- All Your Friends at Shrine Social Club (dance party)
- RDGLDGRN + Jarv + Damn Skippy at Neurolux (hip-hop/rock)
- Ratboys + villagerrr at Shrine Social Club (indie rock)
- Grysyn + Lucia + LX + Sergio Leon at Space Banana (electronic/house)
- United We Dance at Knitting Factory (house/techno/electronic)
- Lisa Mann and The Northwestern All-Stars The Sapphire Room (blues)
Saturday, April 11
- Proleterror + Poison Culture + Seamus and the Dregs at The Shredder (street punk)
- Matt Partyka + REBAR + Monci B2B Trace + Lifty at Space Banana (house/bass)
- Ghorot + Crush the Monster + Shadow & Claw at Neurolux (doom/death metal)
- System of a Clown + Hand Me the Knife + Whiskey Mountain at Realms Arcade (alt rock)
- Lucky Town: Bruce Springsteen Tribute The Sapphire Room
Sunday, April 12
- Chamber Music Boise: Tuttle House Concerts at Tuttle House at St. Michael’s Episcopal Cathedral
- Tommy Emmanuel + Jack Schneider at The Egyptian (jazz)
- Dopethrone + Year of the Cobra at Neurolux (doom sludge metal)
- Ghost Beach + Blind Contour + The Other Room There at Shrine Social Club (indie electro-pop)
Monday, April 13
- Conan (UK) + Past the Light at Shrine Social Club (doom)
Tuesday, April 14
- Journey at ExtraMile Arena (classic rock)
- Tater Patch at Barbarian Brewing Downtown (bluegrass)
- Monsterwatch + Red Caroline at Shrine Social Club (post-punk/garage)
Wednesday, April 15
- Phil Cook at Shrine Social Club (folk/americana)
- GWAR + Soulfly + King Parrot at Treefort Music Hall (shock rock/heavy metal)
- Freddie Dredd + Germ + Cursed at Knitting Factory (dark hip-hop/rap)
Thanks for reading! Have a fun weekend!
With love from Boise,
Marissa
