Dive Into the Boise Music Scene at Treefort After three challenging pandemic years, Treefort Music Festival is back at full throttle and ready to rock. The 11th annual festival hosts national and regional musical artists, while showcasing local up-and-coming talent. Experience music from over 500 artists at venues throughout downtown Boise, featuring a variety of … Continued
Feel the Love in Boise Although it feels like it was just Christmas, Valentine’s Day is almost upon us. Whether or not you’re in a relationship, treat yourself or a loved one to a getaway in Boise. Stay at one of Boise’s many hotels and have a celebratory dinner or drinks at your choice of … Continued
Beat the Winter Blues with the Arts in Boise Research shows that there’s often an emotional lull after the excitement of December’s holiday festivities. Boise can lift your spirits with multiple opportunities to enjoy the performing arts. From opera to symphony to visiting entertainers, there’s something to delight and inspire audiences of all ages. Give … Continued
Upcoming Events December 1st-31st: Garden aGlow | Idaho Botanical Garden December 20th: Famous Idaho Potato Bowl | Albertsons Stadium | 1:30pmDecember 31st: Idaho Potato Drop | Cecil D. Andrus Park | 6pm Experience Boise’s Array of Holiday Activities If you’re looking for activities to fill you with holiday cheer, look no further than Boise, one … Continued
Want to keep the adventure going during the chillier months? Try snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Not only are they a great workout, but they’re a great way to explore Boise’s snowy landscape during winter months, and you can participate regardless of your skill level or ability. If you can walk, you can snowshoe and cross-country … Continued
Visiting hot springs is one of the best ways to experience Idaho’s backcountry. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of geothermal pools near Boise. A relaxing soak in a natural tub or geothermal resort is just a short drive from the City of Trees. In all, Idaho has around 130 hot springs (the most of any state … Continued
When you want to ski, snowboard, snowshoe or tube, Bogus Basin has everything you need. This year-round playground is a mere 16 miles from Boise and gets over roughly 200 inches of snow a season. You can spend a half day or full day shredding the slopes or just come up in the evening for … Continued
In winter, the temperature drops in Boise, but our colder months are generally mild and dry, and the sun still shines on and off throughout the season. That means families visiting Boise don’t have to slow down during the cooler months. During winter, Boise is hopping with holiday markets and sports like skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, … Continued
Why You Should Visit Boise in November Fall is when the meaning behind Boise’s name really shines. The name Boise comes from the French word bois, meaning “wood.” If you’re headed to Boise to visit family and friends for Thanksgiving or just want a weekend getaway, there’s no shortage of activities and foods to enjoy … Continued
Bask in the Fall Colors Fall is when the meaning behind Boise’s name really shines. The name Boise comes from the French word bois, meaning “wood.” Local legend has it that French fur trappers called the area “Les Bois” when they saw all the trees along the Boise River. Which makes the Boise River Greenbelt … Continued