This week's newsletter is frosty and full of all things Snowfort fun. I heard everyone’s heading to Tamarack for the weekend, but if you’d rather keep things close to home, there’s tons of other fun stuff to do. Take a hike for Hike Club, read about the secrets of trees, or check out the new Western art installation in town. Whatever your tempo, this weekend delivers.
Stay warm, stay wild, and I’ll see you out there ❄️
Cold air, hot tracks
Friday, February 28 - Saturday, March 1
Snowfort’s lineup is shaking things up at Tamarack Resort in Donnelly for two nights this weekend, featuring back-to-back outdoor shows (and indoor afters!) starting on Friday at 4pm and Saturday at 5:30pm. Get amped to experience our househeadliner LP Giobbi, known for her high-energy performances and groundbreaking work with the gender-expansive non-profit, FEMME HOUSE. Boise trio Free Creatures + local Boise bluegrass band Turtle Poppers will offer a vibrant and dynamic start to the weekend. And we'll do it again on Saturday with Petey USA. Catch Husbands, the Oklahoma-based indie rock duo whose shimmering melodies and catchy hooks have earned them a loyal following, alongside Boise locals Plum Vision + Hudson Powder Company earlier in the day. Thought that was all? It’s not. If you’re still feeling silly (which you better be), the legendary Izze Azalea + Jilly.fm and Cdigi + SOOT + Deeveaux are sealing the deal with DJ sets at Seven Devils Tavern starting at 10pm. Tix are starting at $119 for a weekend pass, or $85 for a day pass. It’s time to lock in those last-minute weekend plans!!
Snowfort fans at the 2024 event. Credit Treefort Music Fest.
SPONSORED BY TREEFORT MUSIC FEST
Treefort Music Fest is next month!
In 27 days, Treefort Music Fest will be back in downtown Boise! Happening March 26-30, 2025, Treefort 2025 is shaping up to be one you won't want to miss.
The Secret Show is happening at Liquid Laughs starting at 8pm, featuring local drag artists and comics. Tix are $20. Can you keep a secret?
Louis Cervantez will be doing a stand up comedy show at Mad Swede Brew Hall from 7-9pm. Tix are $20.
Saturday, March 1
The Great Gatsby Ball Mystery is happening at Watson’s Mystery Cafe from 7-9pm. Beneath glittering chandeliers, champagne and the intoxicating sound of music, a shocking mystery is about to unfold. Tix are $30-75.
Downtown Comedy Night is happening at the Egyptian Theatre at 7pm starring comedians Matthew Broussard, Danny Jolles, and Alvin Williams. Tix are $34-49.
Chris Fairbanks will be at Shrine Social Club for a comedy show with Myles Matthews + Kat Lizarraga, starting at 6:30pm.
There’s a Storytelling + Stand-Up Show happening at Recycled Minds at 7:30pm. Students are taking to the stage after 8 weeks of learning the essentials of storytelling and stand-up comedy. Tix are $11 for adults and $6 for kids.
Food finds & things to drink
Saturday, March 1 - Sunday, March 2
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory in Boise has the Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cups (IYKYK) and they look to die for. Available until 6pm on Saturday’s and Sunday’s.
Friday, February 25 - Saturday, March 8
Beach Week is happening at the Handlebar until March 8th! There will be music, sand, and beers :)
Things to do
Thursday, February 27
An Evening with Angeline Boulley is happening at the Egyptian Theatre in partnership with The Cabin. She’s a storyteller who writes about her Ojibwe community in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, known for bestselling novels like The Firekeeper’s Daughter and Warrior Girl Unearthed. Tix are $15-75.
Thursday, February 27 - Friday, January 28
The Rivals is playing at Boise Little Theatre on Thursday and Friday at 7:30pm. Explore the romantic adventures of Lydia Languish, who is determined to marry for love instead of money. Tix are $20.
Spirit of the West Artist Reception is happening at Idaho Art Gallery (830 N Main St in Meridian) at 4pm. The exhibition offers a compelling and evocative perspective on what it means to live in, visit, and experience the West. Enjoy appetizers, drinks, and art at their brand new location.
The Fly Fishing Film Tour will be at the Egyptian Theatre for two shows at 6pm & 9pm on Friday. Tix are $25 for adults and $17 for kids.
Boise State Gymnastics vs. Air Force is happening in the Extra Mile Arena at 7pm. Tix are $5-10.
Saturday, March 1
Neighbor Idaho’s Winter Warmup is happening in the Linen Building from 1-3pm on Saturday. Get the chance to distribute winter care items like socks, coffee, and blankets to our unhoused neighbors. Feel free to bring donation items, or just show up ready to help!
Classical Queens are having a Jazz and Poetry Night from 8-11pm in the Linen Building later that night. Whether you want to perform, listen, or simply be present, your energy contributes to an intentional space where collaborative creativity and free expression build community. Tix are $20.
There’s a Vintage Pop-up Market at Barbarian Brewing from 3-7pm. Joker’s BBQ will also be there from 12-8pm.
Shen Yun is happening at the Morrison Center starting at 7pm. It’s a visual arts and dance performance based out of San Francisco. Tix are $80-165.
Graphic Novel Book Club is happening at Shared Stories (106 S Kimball Ave) in Caldwell at 7pm. The reading for this month is Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben.
Hidden Life of Trees. Credit The New Yorker.
Just trust me...
"Under the canopy of trees, daily dramas and moving love stories are played out. Here is the last remaining piece of nature, right on our doorstep, where adventures are to be experienced and secrets discovered." -Peter Wohlleben
Every Tuesday, read a story about a person, place, piece of Boise history, or local happening. Every Thursday, get a huge list of things to do over the weekend. No news, no politics - just the fun stuff.
