💌 Things to do in Boise July 4-10

Happy 4th of July! Here's today's podcast episode.

Have fun out there!

Where to watch fireworks

Thursday, July 4

  • ​Boise fireworks are at Ann Morrison Park. Things start at 6pm and fireworks are scheduled to begin at 10:15pm. There will be food trucks there and beer and wine available to purchase. You can also bring your own picnic & drinks but remember no glass allowed in the park. Also no drones, dogs or fireworks allowed. Here’s the park map.
  • ​Meridian fireworks are at Storey Park and Meridian Speedway. Things start at 4pm with food trucks, live music, and activities. Fireworks begin at dusk and they are fired off from Meridian Speedway. You can bring your own chairs, blankets, picnics, but note you cannot bring your own fireworks or glass bottles.
  • ​Caldwell fireworks are at Brother’s Park at dusk. During the day there’s also a fun run, parade, car show, food trucks, and more.
  • ​Star fireworks are at 10:15pm at Hunters Creek Park. There’s things happening all day, including a fun run, pie auction, parade, live music and more.
  • ​Kuna fireworks and mini food truck rally is from 4-11pm at Kuna Square, specifically the Greenbelt area behind City Hall.
  • ​Melba fireworks are part of the "Olde Tyme" 4th of July festival. There’s a parade, antique tractor pull, activities all day & fireworks at dusk.
  • ​Cascade fireworks are at dusk. There's also a parade, bbq, duck race and more happening throughout the day.
  • ​McCall fireworks are at dusk. It’s part of the Lakeside Liberty Fest which has a lot of events, including a volleyball tournament, yoga in the park, vendors, and more.

4th of July parties

  • Th July 4: Red, White & Rooftop, a 4th of July Celebration at The Highlander, is happening at 7pm-12am. Tix are $100 and includes food.
  • Th July 4: Payette Brewing is doing a lil party & they are right across the river from Ann Morrison fireworks show. They have food trucks, otter pops, beer, yard games & more.

Markets this weekend

  • Fri July 5: 208 Night Market is happening from 7-11pm at the Hispanic Cultural Center of Idaho. It's free and dog friendly!
  • Sat July 6: Boise Farmers Market is happening from 9am-1pm at 1500 Shoreline Drive in Boise. This one is a food-focused market with local farmers, ranchers, and producers, plus a few food trucks. Also fyi no dogs allowed.
  • Sat July 6: Capital City Public Market is happening from 9:30am-1:30pm on the Grove Plaza in downtown Boise. Art, baked goods, produce, herbs and spices, clothing, jewelry, and more.
  • Sat July 6: Meridian Main Street Market is happening from 9am-2pm at City Hall Plaza & next to Meridian City Hall. Find fresh produce, artisan goods, crafts, and more.
  • Sat July 6: Nampa Farmers Market is happening from 9am-1:30pm in Lloyd Square Park in Nampa. Tons of vendors to shop!
  • Sat July 6-Sun July 7: Happy Idaho Garden Market is happening at Victory Gardens Nursery. Goes 9am-3pm.
  • Tue July 9: Caldwell's Farm to Fork Farmers Market is happening at Indian Creek Plaza from 5-8pm. Find tons of local producers, plus live music, local restaurants and more.
  • Wed July 10: South Meridian Market is happening at Pinnacle (1375 E Phenomenal Street, Meridian).

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Food finds & things to drink

  • Sun July 7: White Rabbit Brunch is happening at Hap Hap Lounge. It's buffet style with brunch bar drinks. There's two seatings at 11am-12:30pm and 1pm-2:30pm. Tix are $45. 21+
  • Wed July 10: Wine Down Nampa is happening at the Nampa Civic Center from 5-9pm. There will be live music, line dancing, and wine. It's free!
  • If you want some tacos this weekend, go find Taqueria Güeros.
  • Looking for burger buns for your weekend BBQ? Get them at Pure Bliss Baking! (Open Th-Sat)

Things to do

  • Th July 4: First Thursday is happening in downtown Boise. Tons of specials, events, live music, and more happening.
  • Fri July 5: Movies at The Egyptian! Friday (1995) is showing at The Egyptian Theatre at 6pm. 8 Mile is showing at The Egyptian Theatre at 9pm.
  • Fri July 5: Friday Night Flights is happening at Fly! Boise. It's a night of whimsy of mini-golf, flying trapeze, and beers. Goes from 6-9pm.
  • Sat July 6: Boise Corgi Fest is happening at Expo Idaho from 10am-2pm. There’s a parade/costume contest, dog games and activities, food, and vendors. All dogs are welcome but some may be excluded from events – only corgis allowed to compete in the corgi race! Tix are $7 and benefit local shelters.
  • Sat July 6: More movies at The Egyptian! The Sandlot is showing at 12pm. Grease (sing-a-long) is showing at 3pm. American Graffiti (1973) is showing at 6pm.
  • Sat July 6-Sun July 7: Anime Idaho is happening at Expo Idaho. It's an event for anime enthusiasts, cosplayers, and fans of Japanese culture. There will be 95+ vendors, tournaments, contests, and more. Tix vary depending on how many days you attend. All ages.
  • Sun July 7: There's a Sound Bath Yoga on the Mountain happening at up at Bogus Basin from 10-11am. It's free!

Just trust me...

​God bless America​

Thanks for reading! Have a fun weekend!

With love from Boise,

Marissa

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