Fairs & Festivals in Boise
16 events in Boise, Idaho for 2026.
Recurring Happening nowIdaho Shakespeare Festival
Summer repertory theater in an outdoor amphitheater along the Boise River, staging multiple productions from late May through August for one of Idaho's best-known performing arts traditions.
RecurringIn 7 daysJaialdi
North America's largest Basque festival, held every five years in Boise with traditional food, dance, music, and herri kirolak athletic competitions celebrating Idaho's Basque heritage.
4(4)Boise Midsummer Vendor Market
There will be a great selection of vendors selling a wide range of items, such as permanent jewelry, sports memorabilia, clothing, jewelry, herbal teas, candles, toys, gifts, seasonal decor, and much more.
Recurring4.5(906)Western Idaho Fair
Idaho's largest fair, drawing hundreds of thousands to Expo Idaho each August for livestock, carnival rides, grandstand concerts, and fair food since 1897.
RecurringSpirit of Boise Balloon Classic
Labor Day weekend hot-air balloon rally at Ann Morrison Park with dawn launches, a Friday Nite Glow, and free tethered kids' rides drawing locals and tourists over downtown Boise.
RecurringArt in the Park
Boise Art Museum's open-air fine arts fair, widely regarded as the premier cultural event in the Northwest, with about 240 artists, live music, food, and hands-on children's activities.
4.3(675)Boise Art in the Park
It will host more than 240 artists showcasing and selling original, contemporary arts and crafts in various disciplines.
4.4(1885)Boise Fall Festival
There will be a vibrant artisan market, live music performances, pony rides, inflatables, face painting, petting zoo, fall pumpkin photo ops, crafted beverages, food trucks and more.
4.4(1936)Boise Kids Discovery Expo
It will feature a variety of entertainment and fun activities to keep your kids laughing, learning and playing for hours.
4.5(282)Boise Vendor Market
There will be a great selection of vendors selling a wide range of items, such as permanent jewelry, sports memorabilia, clothing, jewelry, herbal teas, candles, toys, gifts, seasonal decor, and much more.
Idaho Senior Lifestyle Expo
You will find everything about travel, recreation, entertainment, senior housing, healthcare, home improvement, shopping, beauty, wellness and more.
5(3)Boise Fall Vendor Market
There will be a great selection of vendors selling a wide range of items, such as permanent jewelry, sports memorabilia, clothing, jewelry, herbal teas, candles, toys, gifts, seasonal decor, and much more.
4.5(906)Idaho Dream Wedding Expo
Meet over 100 wedding vendors and find everything you could ever want or need to bring your wedding dreams to life.
4.5(847)Boise Holiday Vendor Market
There will be a great selection of vendors selling a wide range of items, such as permanent jewelry, sports memorabilia, clothing, jewelry, herbal teas, candles, toys, gifts, seasonal decor, and much more.
5(1)Boise Christmas Vendor Market
There will be a great selection of vendors selling a wide range of items, such as permanent jewelry, sports memorabilia, clothing, jewelry, herbal teas, candles, toys, gifts, seasonal decor, and much more.
RecurringIdaho Potato Drop
Boise's signature New Year's Eve celebration at the State Capitol with a giant glowing potato drop, live music, fireworks, and free family festivities downtown.