What have y'all been up to this summer?? This week, I floated the river on horseback and you can, too... for the low price of $41.99 (thank you Albertsons on Broadway).
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Shoutout to Courtney and Nick from Nashville for hitting the river with me this week. Hit 'reply' and let me know if there's anything new going on for 4th of July 🇺🇸
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Whether you’re dancing under the stars, looking for a reason to dress cute, wandering lavender fields, or just want an excuse to be outside, we’ve got ya covered đź¤
Morning moves
Saturday, June 28
​Barre in the Park is happening at Cecil D. Andrus Park from 9:30-10:30am in partnership with Pure Barre. Move, sweat, and vibe right in front of the Capitol Building. Bring a yoga mat, bring your crew! It’s free to join and all are welcome.
Flower picking!
Saturday, June 28 - Sunday, June 29
The Lavender Festival is happening at Vista Farms in Kuna from 9am-2pm both days this weekend. Explore their lavender fields, sip on lavender lemonade, and bring home a bundle (or two!). Tix are $10 per day, or $15 for a weekend pass.
Credit Vista Farms.
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​Write Justified is happening at Common Ground Coffee at 6:30pm. This is a FREE event designed for writers to dedicate solely to making progress on a work-in-progress of their choice, all in a positive and supportive group setting. Open to ages 13+.
The Confluence Market is happening in Hyde Park at Sagebrush Collaboration from 6-10pm. There will be vendors, flash tattoos, live music, and more!
The WCA Journeys in Motherhood Conference is happening at Shrine Social Club from 11am-2:30pm. This free event will touch on the topics of mothers in leadership, mothers who have overcome challenges, trauma, & diversity, and women who nurture our community.
Friday, June 27
​Boise Pro Soccer is having their Official Brand Launch Party from 7-10pm at Expo Idaho. They will be revealing their name, crest, and colors. You can RSVP here for this exciting event!!
​Despicable Me 2 is playing at Settlers Park when the sun sets on Friday. There are also plenty of activities in the park to enjoy before the movie starts!
The Annual Viva Nampa Festival is happening from 6-9pm on Friday in partnership with the 208 Night Festival. Enjoy live music, performances, food/drinks, vendors, and more!
Friday, June 27 - Sunday, June 29
​Konnexion Music Fest is happening for the final time in Horseshoe Bend all weekend long. Enjoy live music from tons of different artists, food trucks, vendors, and a weekend getaway in the mountains. Tix are $215, or $265 for early entry on Thursday. 18+
Saturday, June 28
​Will Act 4 Food is happening at Boise Little Theatre from 7:30-10:30pm. Can writers, actors, and directors create 7 short plays in just 24 hours? This is a friendly competition in support of the Idaho Food Bank. Tix are $20.
​Salsa Under The Stars is happening at JUMP from 7-12pm, presented by the Global Lounge. There will be a salsa dancing workshop starting at 7pm followed by a social hour. Tix are $15 online, or $20 dos.
​Eagle Fun Days is back this Summer at Eagle City Hall with Family Night at 5pm on Friday and activities going on from 9am-5pm on Saturday. There will be a fun run in the morning, parade, cornhole tournament, and more!! The 2025 Eagle Fun Days Car Show will be at Spitfire Tacos + Tequila from 12-3pm. A fun day filled with classic cars, good food, and great company!
Saturday, June 28 - Sunday, June 29
The Meridian Fine Arts Festival is happening at Kleiner Park from 9am-5pm on Saturday and 10am-4pm on Sunday. 125 artists and craftsmen with everything from painting to leatherwork, wood burning to stained glass. This is a free, family friendly event!
Sunday, June 29
The Boise Flea Market is happening at Albertsons Stadium from 10am-4pm. It’s free and parking is available for $5!
​Music on the Patio is happening at Bogus Basin from 2-5pm. Enjoy beautiful mountain views and sunshine on the patio. It’s free!!
Wednesday, July 2
There will be a Fireworks Display at the Ford Idaho Center starting at 10pm. This will be Nampa’s only fireworks display leading up to the 4th of July.
The Super Soaker Showdown is happening at Indian Creek Plaza from 11am-1pm. Bring your own Super Soakers and keep filling them up in their mini pools, strategically placed throughout the plaza. It's time to gather your squad, bring your friends, and gear up!! It’s free and family friendly.
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New Italian restaurant
​North Italia just opened up in The Village and they’re serving up amazing Italian food. Check out our reel here to see how good this looks!
Deep dish pizza find!!
​Longboards Beach Fired Pizza has some of the best looking deep dish pizza!! The space is massive, perfect for watching games and they have live music at 7pm every Saturday.
Monday, June 30
There’s a new Black Rock Coffee location opening in Meridian! They will be serving FREE drinks all day from 5am-7pm!!
Comedy & storytelling
Thursday, June 26
​Late Night Open Mic Comedy is happening tonight at Shrine Social Club starting at 9pm. It’s free to join!!
Friday, June 27
​Zoo’s Line is it Anyway? is happening at Zoo Boise from 6-8:30pm. This is an animal-themed improv comedy show that is completely made up on the spot based upon audience suggestions. Tix are $20. 13+
Friday, June 27 - Saturday, June 28
​Tanya Cope: Denmother of Debauchery will be at Mad Swede Brew Hall at 7pm on Friday and 9pm on Saturday. She’s a force of nature, a petite powerhouse with ferocious wisdom, undeniable insights, and a side splitting humor about the chaos and beauty of life. Tix are $25.57.
Saturday, June 28
​Death by Carrot Superhero Murder Mystery is happening at Watson’s Mystery Cafe from 7-8:30pm. When Earth’s mightiest (and most obnoxious) hero, Captain Overpowered, drops dead after his retirement party, it’s up to hard-boiled Detective Dowd to figure out who (or what) killed him. Was it the moody ninja? The jilted tech genius? The musclebound rival? Or maybe... dessert? Tix are $24.57.
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