Hiii! This week's newsletter is all about Thanksgiving celebrations, freebies, Black Friday deals, delicious food, festive drinks, and making merry.
I hope your week is filled with an abundance of love and gratitude, and that you're able to find something fun to do.
Alright, time to gobble up the good stuff!!
Fill your plate!
Thursday, November 28
Turkey Trot families, this one’s for you… there’s three different Turkey Trots this year, one in Downtown Boise (on Capital & Idaho) and the other at Memorial Park in Caldwell. Both start bright and early at 9am! This is a family-friendly, 5K race that happens on Thanksgiving Day each year. For those looking for a more budget-friendly option, there is also the Burn Turkey Day 5K starting at 8:30am at Burn Boot Camp (10557 W Carlton Bay Dr) in Garden City.
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Roots & Company in Caldwell from 5-9pm. It’s a potluck-style dinner, so bring something to share!! They will provide ham, rolls, stuffing, cranberry sauce, au gratin potatoes, and pumpkin pie. It’s FREE!
There’s a Thanksgiving Day Feast happening at Locking Horns Riverside Restaurant in Horseshoe Bend. It’s FREE and all are welcome!!
Boise’s best Black Friday finds
Friday, November 29
The Holiday Market is happening at Koenig Distillery from 11am-6pm. Support local vendors for your holiday shopping and enjoy a cocktail or two!
The Local Makers Market is happening at Edwards Greenhouse from 10am-3pm! There will be pottery, cards, puzzles, art prints, jewelry, retablos, beeswax wraps, silverware, lavender products, hand-spun natural and dyed hats/other wears, handcrafted bowls, and baked goods. Gift ideas that are sure to make a mark this season!
Modern Sounds Vinyl is having Black Friday (556 S Vista Ave) starting at 8am!
Payette Black Friday is happening at Payette Brewing from 12-8pm. There will be live music, 20+ drink options (including stouts, porters, cocktails, and wine!), a food truck faire, glassware, a live stream of the BSU vs. Oregon State game, and raffle opportunities. It’s free! 21+
The Record Exchange is doing Black Friday from 8am-8pm. There will also be a special performance by Cassandra Lewis at 7pm! Check out the link for a full list of deets and deals!
Neurolux is doing Black Friday the darkwave way with DJ Riley! It goes from 11am-2pm.
Art Source Gallery is having their annual Studio Sale hosted by local artists in Boise from 10am-6pm on Black Friday (and Saturday!). All sale items will be displayed in the gallery’s garage and priced at $50 or under. Their Holiday Market is also happening through December 31st!
Brewer’s Haven is celebrating Black Friday with all the hard-to-find beer treasures from 9am-10pm. Cantillon, Goose Island, Fremont, Firestone Walker and many more limited edition libations to prepare you for the winter!
Powderhaus Brewing Company is doing Black Friday German-style with Day 1 of their Christmaskindlmarkt Pop-Up! There’s food, vendors, and Gluhwein :)
Christmas at the Barn is happening at The Merq in Eagle from 5:30-9pm. This is an exclusive, once-a-year VIP shopping experience full of beautiful vintage items, gifts, live paintings, wreath-making, and catering! Tix are $25 and include a special thank-you gift from The Merq.
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Shop local on Small Business Saturday in Downtown Boise
Support your favorite local spots this Small Business Saturday, happening on November 30 in Downtown Boise.
With the largest concentration of independent businesses in Idaho, Downtown Boise is the perfect place to shop small and local this holiday season. Many local Downtown Boise businesses will have specials, giveaways, pop-up events, and more for Small Business Saturday. Plus, don’t miss both the Boise Farmer’s Market and Capital City Public Market’s holiday pop up featuring even more local vendors! Downtown Boise is 96% locally owned - keep your dollars in our community this holiday season!
Mark your calendar, and get ready to shop, sip, and support local for Small Business Saturday on Saturday, November 30.
There’s two Thanksgiving Comedy Shows happening at the Recycled Minds at 8pm both days. Tix are $16.
Saturday, November 30
Leftover Laughs Comedy Show, presented by Jokes On Boise, is happening at Neurolux starting at 8pm. There will be stand up comedy from Sophie Hughes, Greg Sisco, Montana Burke as well as drag & burlesque from Aunt Tifa and Otto Manic. What better way to celebrate the end of Thanksgiving than with a palate cleanser featuring some of the best local acts? Tix are $20.
There’s two Thanksgiving Comedy Shows happening at the Lounge at the End of the Universe at 7pm & 9:30pm. Tix are $20.
Raunchy Relationships, an improv comedy show by Ty Boice, is happening at Mad Swede Brew Hall from 9-11pm. Tix are $20.
Sunday, December 1
Nate Ford and Ian Yearsley are doing a stand up comedy show at The Social on 8th. It goes from 7-9pm and tix are $15.
Tuesday, December 3
The End of The Beginning of The End is happening at the Knitting Factory at 8pm hosted by comedians David Cross and Sean Patton. Doors open at 7pm. Tix are $40-50.
Winter Garden aGlow is lighting up Boise from November 29 to December 31 at the Idaho Botanical Garden. Stroll through 32 acres of twinkling lights and whimsical displays, from the Candy Cane Forest to Gumdrop Grove, and warm up around the fire pit with free hot chocolate and cookies. Kids can write letters to Santa while adults enjoy holiday drinks from the Snow Globe bar.
Plan ahead and reserve your time slot now. Tix are $19 for adults, $16 for kids age 4-12, and free for kids 3 and under. Book your tix in advance to save with tiered online pricing!
House of Wine has a host of festive events going on this week! Starting off on Black Friday, get a Taste of Thanksgiving from 11am-8pm. This is a great chance to take a break from cooking and enjoy a couple complimentary splashes of wine! Next, take a break from the shopping madness for Black Friday Bubbles. They’ll have complimentary tastings again as well as $10 glasses of bubbly and little cheese boxes (also for $10!) This is perfect for those of you that aren’t looking to be one with the big crowds. You can enjoy these same deals on Small Business Saturday if you’re too busy to make it on Black Friday or Thanksgiving! And last, but certainly not least, House of Wine is celebrating their One Year Anniversary Party from 5-8pm on Wednesday. Enjoy free sips of bubbles and from their Grand Opening commemorative 3 Liter bottle of Vietti’s “Perbacco” Nebbiolo. There will also be light appetizers and $10 glasses of wine for those in the festive spirit. Plus, their famous Prize Wheel will be back with spins awarded with any purchase! It’s free to join.
Sunday, December 1
There’s a Holiday Art Bazaar happening at Richard’s Restaurant & Bar from 3-8pm. Browse local art for your holiday shopping while indulging in festive cocktails and specialty Hors d'Oeuvres!
The Holiday Tree Lighting is illuminating The Grove Plaza at 5pm! This is our city’s ‘Giving Tree’ covered in 4,000 gift tags supporting the families of Women’s and Children’s Alliance. It’s a free, family-friendly event! Be sure to stay for the grand opening of Glide on Grove at 6pm, an all inclusive and completely FREE ice rink surrounding the tree.
Cowboys & Candy Canes is happening at Gem County Fairground in support of the 4-H and FFA. Enjoy a Tri-Tip dinner, music by Buckin Country Band, and exclusive shopping with Western Woodshop!
Friday, November 29 - Saturday, November 30
Studio Sale is happening at Art Source Gallery in Boise from 10am-6pm on Friday and Saturday. All sale items will be displayed in the gallery’s garage and priced at $50 or under. Their Holiday Market is also happening through December 31st!
There’s two Steelheads games vs. Tahoe Knight Monsters at the Idaho Central Arena. Puck drops at 7:10pm for both. Tix are starting at $60 right now.
Friday, November 29 - Sunday, December 1
Santa Claus Conquers the Martians is opening at Stagecoach Theatre this Friday at 7:30pm, with two other shows on Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 2pm. This hysterical stage adaptation of the 1964 Cult Classic Film is a baffling mixture of sci-fi, Christmas cheer, and childish slapstick live and on stage! It runs until December 22nd, so there’s plenty of opportunities to see one of the “Top 10 Worst Christmas Films Ever Made.” Tix are $25. Family friendly!
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Friday, November 29 - Monday, December 2
Canyon Country Festival of Trees is happening from 12-5pm on Friday and 11-5pm on Saturday, followed by a Gala and Auction happening on Monday evening. View the trees, shop vendor booths, enjoy live entertainment, and visit Santa! Tix are $8 for adults, $5 for seniors 62 and up, $5 for children 4 to 12, $25 for families up to 6 guests, and free for children 3 and under. Cookies with Santa is happening from 6-8pm on Friday, an evening of live entertainment, story time with Santa, and special memories (all for a great cause!). Tix are $10 each. Breakfast with Santa is happening from 8:30 to 10:30am on Saturday. There will be live entertainment and a free digital photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tix are $15 each. Bingo Night is happening from 5:30 to 8:30pm on Saturday. Must be 18 or older to play. Tix are $50 for the buy-in. The Gala and Auction is happening on Monday. It starts with a cocktail hour at 5:30pm, followed by dinner at 6:30pm and a live auction at 7pm. Enjoy the tree auction, a seated dinner, and a wonderful atmosphere to support the Meals on Wheels programs. Reservations are required for this one as well as formal attire.
Saturday, November 30
Girls' Night Out is happening at The Riverside Hotel this Saturday from 10am-10pm! Start your day at the This is Boise Winter Wonder Market in the ballroom from 10am-4pm, where you can shop for unique holiday gifts. This free market will be hosting over 75 vendors, free family photos with Santa, family-friendly activities, and donation-based gift wrapping! There’s also a VIP package for $25 which includes a swag bag, complimentary beverage, vendor discounts or a gift, and early access to free Santa pictures. You can purchase this package here. Throughout the day, Upward Regenerative Medicine will be offering demos, including neurotoxin injections, Emsculpt Neo for abs, the Emsella chair, and mask treatment demos. There will also be a wine tasting from 3pm-6pm in the Quiet Bar. Afterwards, savor a delicious buffet dinner at the Girls Night Out Buffet-style Dinner before catching Mom Jokes Comedy Night from 8-9:45pm in the ballroom or Niccole Blaze and Kate Schutt in the Sapphire Room. This exciting event offers special room packages starting at $214 for single occupancy, with additional guests for just $75 each. Make the most of this unforgettable weekend with friends!
A Christmas Carol is playing at Treasure Valley Children's Theatre at 2pm & 7pm. Tix are $18.
Festive Frequencies is happening at The Portal from 7pm-12am. Dress to impress in your most festive attire, whether that’s holiday-themed rave gear, cozy sweaters, or your best holiday costumes! Tix are $15.
Saturday, November 30 - Sunday, December 1
Holiday Pops, presented by Boise Philharmonic, is happening at the Morrison Center on Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 2pm. Fill your heart with holiday spirit as you hear a joyous performance of seasonal faves, timeless classics, and new holiday jams.
Sunday, December 1
There’s a Christmas Pack Walk gathering at Indian Creek Plaza in Caldwell from 5:30-6:30pm. All dogs are welcome!! It’s free.
"Midnight Metaphor" Artist Reception is happening at Initial Point Gallery in Meridian from 4:30-7pm. The theme of the exhibition is the color blue in both physical and metaphorical application! The show features artists from the Treasure Valley Artist Alliance and will remain on display through January 31st.
Create an Ikebana Floral Sculpture at Wildflower Floral Co. with Jennifer Hagler from 6-8:30pm. Tix are $126.50 and include a floral vessel, fresh flower stems, Ikebana instructional lesson, floral frog and tools for assembly, a spread of complimentary snacks, and two glasses of local wine from Scoria!
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