Community calendar
Farmers markets, rodeos, and festivals, town by town.
The Treasure Valley runs on its seasons: market Tuesdays and Saturdays, an October harvest maze, and an early-December light parade. This page collects real, verified happenings across all nine areas, refreshed October 30, 2026 and organized by town so you can find what is close to your acreage.
A note on dates: anything date-sensitive should be confirmed with the organizer before you drive out. Farmers markets and concert series run on a regular weekly or monthly schedule, so they are marked Recurring; festivals and parades return each year but move with the calendar, so confirm exact dates.
Boise
The valley’s biggest festival calendar, anchored by the river and the capitol.
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Boise Farmers Market Recurring
Saturdays, 9am to 1pm, April 4 through October 31, 2026
1500 Shoreline Dr, Boise
The valley’s food-centric market sourcing from within roughly a 100-mile radius. The final market at the Shoreline Drive location is Saturday, October 31, then the market moves to its new permanent home at the Idaho Botanical Garden, where the winter market runs Saturdays from November 7 through December 19. SNAP/EBT is accepted.
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Capital City Public Market Recurring
Saturdays, 9:30am to 1:30pm, April 11 through December 19, 2026
The Grove Plaza, 827 W Main St, Boise
Downtown’s Saturday market that runs into December, the one to catch after the other markets close for the season.
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First Thursday Recurring
First Thursday of each month, 5 to 9pm
Downtown Boise galleries and the Grove Plaza
Downtown Boise’s gallery night with live art, music, and merchant tastings. 2026 dates are confirmed through the December 3 edition; individual merchants set their own hours within the 5 to 9pm window.
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Scarecrow Stroll
October 1 through November 2, 2026
Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise
The garden’s annual fall display of hundreds of scarecrows along the paths, with Saturday Fall Harvest Days (October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31) adding vendors, live music, and family activities; confirm days and hours with the garden.
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
Thursday, December 3 through Sunday, December 6, 2026
ExtraMile Arena, Boise State University, Boise
The long-running holiday rock spectacle brings its classic Christmas Eve story, lights, and pyro to ExtraMile Arena, a favorite December show for Treasure Valley families; confirm showtimes and tickets with the arena.
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Disney On Ice presents Jump In!
Friday, December 11, 2026
ExtraMile Arena, Boise State University, Boise
A family ice-skating show with favorite Disney characters gliding across the ExtraMile Arena rink, a good holiday-season outing for the kids; confirm showtime and tickets with the arena.
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Saint Alphonsus Festival of Trees
November 24 through November 29, 2026
Boise Centre, 850 W Front St, Boise
The region’s big holiday fundraiser: a forest of decorated trees from local businesses and community groups, family viewing days, a gala, and a fashion show. The 2026 edition runs November 24 through 29 at Boise Centre; confirm hours and ticket details with the Saint Alphonsus Foundation.
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Downtown Boise Holiday Tree Lighting
Saturday, November 28, 2026, 5 to 6pm
The Grove Plaza, downtown Boise
A free candle-lighting ceremony with live music as the city’s tree is lit on the same day as the Boise Holiday Parade. Confirm the official time with the Downtown Boise Association.
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Winter Garden aGlow
November 28 through December 31, 2026, 6 to 9pm, Wednesdays through Sundays
Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise
The garden’s holiday lights tradition: more than 800,000 hand-strung lights across the garden with hot cocoa and cookies, and the garden’s biggest fundraiser of the year. The 2026 season runs November 28 through December 31; confirm nightly hours with the Idaho Botanical Garden.
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Holiday Ice Rink at The Grove
Opens Saturday, November 28, 2026, and runs through January 10, 2027
The Grove Plaza, 827 W Main St, Boise
Downtown Boise’s outdoor ice rink returns to The Grove Plaza for the holiday season, with skate rentals and festive lights around the plaza. Opening weekend coincides with the city’s tree lighting; confirm hours and pricing with the Downtown Boise Association.
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Boise Holiday Parade
Saturday, November 28, 2026, 10am
Downtown Boise
The 78th annual Boise Holiday Parade with the theme ‘Christmas is for Giving’: floats, marching bands, and Santa along the downtown route. Confirm staging and viewing details with the Boise Holiday Parade organizers.
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Christmas In Color
Opens Sunday, November 15, 2026, nightly through the holidays
Roaring Springs Water Park at Barber Park, 4000 S Eckert Rd, Boise
A drive-through holiday light show at Roaring Springs with timed entry and a walk-through finale. Confirm dates, ticket windows, and pricing with Roaring Springs.
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A Christmas Carol at the Morrison Center
Thursday, November 19 through Sunday, November 22, 2026
Danny Peterson Theatre at the Morrison Center, Boise State University, Boise
A stage adaptation of the Dickens classic in the intimate Danny Peterson Theatre, a cozy way to kick off the holiday season; confirm showtimes and tickets with the Morrison Center.
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Wintry Market
Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21, 2026; Friday 4 to 9pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm
Boise Centre West, 850 W Front St, Boise
Idaho’s curated winter maker’s market in its 15th year, gathering 175+ regional artists and makers for holiday shopping in downtown Boise; confirm hours and ticket details with the organizers.
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Ballet Idaho’s The Nutcracker
Friday, December 18 through Wednesday, December 23, 2026
Morrison Center, Boise State University, Boise
Ballet Idaho’s annual production of The Nutcracker with the Boise Philharmonic, now confirmed December 18 through 23 at the Morrison Center, a holiday tradition for Treasure Valley families; confirm showtimes and tickets with Ballet Idaho.
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Candlelight Christmas at the Egyptian Theatre
Friday, December 18 and Saturday, December 19, 2026
Egyptian Theatre, 700 W Main St, Boise
Candlelit holiday concerts at Boise’s historic Egyptian Theatre, a warm and intimate seasonal show in a downtown landmark; confirm showtimes and tickets with the theater.
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Boise Tuba Christmas
Early December 2026; annual community tradition since 1992
Downtown Boise (venue posted each year)
The valley’s long-running community tuba and euphonium Christmas concert, a free holiday tradition that brings brass players of all ages together; confirm the date and venue with the organizers.
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Sagebrush’s Annual Handmade Holiday Market
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 10am
Sagebrush, 1609 13th St, Boise
A one-day handmade holiday market at the Sagebrush community space with local makers, artists, and seasonal gifts; confirm hours with the venue.
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Día de Muertos at JUMP
Monday, November 2, 2026, 5 to 8pm
JUMP, 1000 W Myrtle St, Boise
A free community celebration of Día de los Muertos at JUMP with altars, music, and cultural programming downtown; confirm hours with the organizers.
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Boise Half Marathon
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Downtown Boise and the Boise River Greenbelt
A fall race through downtown Boise and along the river, with a half marathon, relay, and shorter distances; confirm start times and registration with the organizers.
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Boise State Football vs. Oregon State
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 4pm
Albertsons Stadium, Boise State University, Boise
A big home game as the Broncos close Pac-12 play at Albertsons Stadium, a favorite fall Saturday for Treasure Valley families; confirm kickoff time and tickets with Boise State athletics.
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Boise State Football vs. San Diego State
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 7:30pm (subject to change)
Albertsons Stadium, Boise State University, Boise
The Broncos’ second straight home game as the regular season winds down; the date was flagged as subject to change, so confirm with Boise State athletics.
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Boise Christmas Show
Friday, December 4 through Sunday, December 6, 2026, 11am to 7pm
Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Boise
The valley’s big holiday home and gift show at Expo Idaho with hundreds of vendor booths, Santa visits, and seasonal shopping, a useful stop for anyone furnishing or finishing an acreage home before the holidays; confirm hours and ticket details with the organizers.
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Boise Holiday Vendor Market
Saturday, November 28 and Sunday, November 29, 2026
Boise Towne Square, 350 N Milwaukee St, Boise
A holiday vendor market at Boise Towne Square with local makers and seasonal gifts over Thanksgiving weekend, right in step with Small Business Saturday; confirm hours and the vendor list with the mall.
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YMCA Christmas Run
Saturday, December 19, 2026
Ann Morrison Park and the Boise River Greenbelt, Boise
A family-friendly holiday run and walk through Ann Morrison Park with festive costumes and post-race fun; confirm start times and registration with the Treasure Valley Family YMCA.
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Idaho Potato Drop
Thursday, December 31, 2026, 9pm with the drop at midnight
Idaho State Capitol, 700 W Jefferson St, Boise
Boise’s signature New Year’s Eve celebration: a 17-foot illuminated potato drops from a crane at midnight with live music and fireworks, a free and family-friendly way to ring in the new year. Confirm the evening’s schedule with the organizers.
Eagle
Equestrian suburb with a strong Heritage Park fall and holiday calendar.
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Community Christmas Concert
Sunday, December 13, 2026, 6pm and 7pm
A local stake center in Eagle (exact building posted by the organizer)
A free community Christmas concert open to the public with carols and holiday music; confirm the exact location and start times with the organizers.
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Community Shopping First Tuesday Recurring
First Tuesday of each month, September through December 2026
Eagle businesses along State Street
The Eagle Chamber of Commerce’s monthly community shopping night supporting local merchants with evening hours and specials; confirm participating businesses with the chamber.
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Veterans Breakfast
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8 to 10am
Eagle Senior Center, 312 E State St, Eagle
An open-to-the-public breakfast honoring veterans and their families, hosted by the city of Eagle; confirm the time with the senior center.
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Eagle Country Christmas
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2 to 6pm
Heritage Park, Eagle
A holiday market with Santa, kids’ crafts, youth performances, and a lights ceremony. The city confirms each year’s date in the fall; the 2025 edition was December 6, so expect the December 5, 2026 date to be confirmed.
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Eagle Holiday Bazaar
Saturday, November 7, 2026, 9am to 5pm and Sunday, November 8, 2026, 10am to 3pm
Eagle High School, 574 N Park Ln, Eagle
A two-day juried craft bazaar with roughly 150 local artisans, free admission with donations benefiting Shop With a Cop, Eagle Boosters, and the Idaho Foodbank; confirm the vendor list with the organizers.
Meridian
Dairy heritage, Saturday markets through October, and a holiday season lit up by the Village and Scentsy Commons.
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Merry Grinchmas Market at Scentsy Commons
Thursday, November 19 through Saturday, November 21, 2026
Scentsy Commons, 2701 E Pine Ave, Meridian
A three-day holiday makers market on the Scentsy campus with local vendors and seasonal gifts; confirm hours and the vendor list with the organizers.
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Run Santa... RUN!
Saturday, December 19, 2026, 11am to 2pm
Ridgecrest Golf Club, 3100 S Meridian Rd, Meridian
A family-friendly holiday 5K run and walk with Santa at Ridgecrest Golf Club; confirm start times and registration with the organizers.
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TRICA’s Snow Globe
Friday, December 4, 2026, 4 to 7pm
TRICA, Meridian
A free family holiday celebration at TRICA with seasonal crafts and activities to kick off the Christmas in Meridian weekend; confirm details with the organizers.
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Pumpkin Palooza
Fridays through Sundays, September through October 2026; final weekend October 30 to 31
1133 W Chinden Blvd, Meridian
A family pumpkin patch and carnival with inflatables, games, a hay maze, train rides, and a petting zoo; hours vary by week, so confirm with the operators. The 2026 season closes with its final weekend this weekend.
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Photos with Santa at The Village at Meridian
Sundays through the season, beginning Sunday, November 22 through Thursday, December 24, 2026, by reservation
The Village at Meridian, 3597 E Monarch Sky Ln, Meridian
Reservation-based Santa visits at The Village with prints delivered on the spot, running from November 22 through Christmas Eve; confirm session times and booking with The Village.
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Winter Holiday Market at Victory Gardens
Friday, November 27, 2026
Victory Gardens, 120 E Victory Rd, Meridian
A holiday market at the Victory Gardens venue over Thanksgiving weekend, with local vendors and seasonal gifts; confirm hours and the vendor list with the venue.
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Christmas in Meridian: Winter Lights Parade and Tree Lighting
Friday, December 4, 2026; pre-parade activities 5:30pm, parade 7pm
Downtown Meridian, Idaho and Main
Hot cocoa stands, Santa arrivals, and the city tree lighting along the parade route; the city’s official date.
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Children’s Winterland Festival
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Downtown Meridian
A free family event from Meridian Parks and Recreation with holiday crafts, games, and Santa photos; confirm the exact location and hours with the city.
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Scentsy Commons Christmas Lights
Opens Saturday, November 14, 2026, nightly through mid-January 2027
Scentsy Commons, 2701 E Pine Ave, Meridian
A free drive-through and walk-through holiday light display with roughly 900,000 lights, a signature light tunnel, and a 75-foot ribbon Christmas tree; confirm opening hours with Scentsy Commons.
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Point of Lights at Scentsy Commons
Early December 2026, 6 to 8pm; dates posted each fall
Scentsy Commons, 2701 E Pine Ave, Meridian
A free evening of carols, Santa, and food trucks under the Scentsy light display; the 2025 edition ran December 8 through 10, so expect early December for 2026 and confirm with Scentsy Commons.
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The Village at Meridian Tree Lighting and Santa Arrival
Mid-to-late November 2026; date announced each fall
The Village at Meridian, 3597 E Monarch Sky Ln, Meridian
The Village’s annual tree lighting with live music and fireworks, plus Santa’s arrival for the season; confirm the 2026 date with The Village at Meridian.
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Ice Skating at The Village at Meridian
Opens Saturday, November 14, 2026, through January 19, 2027
The Village at Meridian, 3597 E Monarch Sky Ln, Meridian
The Village’s outdoor ice rink returns for the holiday season with skate rentals around the fountain square; confirm hours and pricing with The Village.
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Corbin Maxey and Santa’s Reindeer
Friday, November 27, 2026, 10am to noon
The Village at Meridian, 3597 E Monarch Sky Ln, Meridian
A free family event with animal ambassador Corbin Maxey and Santa’s reindeer at The Village; confirm details with the organizers.
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Corbin Maxey and Christmas Camels
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 10am to noon
The Village at Meridian, 3597 E Monarch Sky Ln, Meridian
A free family event with animal ambassador Corbin Maxey and Christmas camels at The Village; confirm details with the organizers.
Star
Small-town celebrations on the Ada/Canyon line, from the Halloween trunk-or-treat to New Year’s.
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Star Trunk-or-Treat
Saturday, October 31, 2026, 3 to 5pm
Riverhouse Pasture, 960 S Main St, Star
The city’s annual family trunk-or-treat at the Riverhouse Pasture, with decorated trunks and candy for the kids; the 2026 edition is confirmed for 3 to 5pm.
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REKO Treasure Valley Star pickup Recurring
Tuesdays, pickup 4:15pm, year-round
Hunter’s Creek Sports Complex parking lot, 1500 N Star Rd, Star
A valleywide online farmers market with a Star pickup: pre-order local farm goods by Tuesday noon and pick them up Tuesday afternoons. Grass-fed beef, farm eggs, raw dairy, produce, and more from Treasure Valley producers.
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Star Light Parade and River House Tree Lighting
December; the city posts exact dates each November
Main Street through town to the Star Riverhouse
Star’s signature holiday light parade with the River House tree lighting the same night; recent years also brought gingerbread-house building, tractor rides, and Santa at the Riverhouse.
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Gem County Festival of Trees
Friday, November 20, 2026
Gem County Fairgrounds, Emmett
A holiday tree festival about 20 minutes from Star, with decorated trees, crafts, and family activities benefiting local charities; confirm hours and admission with the organizers.
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Star Chamber Holiday Bazaar
Saturday, November 7, 2026, 10am
10706 W State St, Star
The Star chamber’s holiday bazaar with local vendors and crafters, an early stop for holiday shopping in Star; confirm the vendor list and hours with the Star Chamber of Commerce.
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Christmas Candles at The Taphouse Star
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 6pm
The Taphouse Star, Star
A cozy candlelit evening with holiday music at The Taphouse Star; confirm seating and details with the venue.
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Highland Christmas at The Taphouse Star
Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 6pm
The Taphouse Star, Star
A Celtic-flavored Christmas evening with live music at The Taphouse Star; confirm seating and details with the venue.
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Star Cemetery Wreaths Across America
Saturday, December 19, 2026, 10am
Star Cemetery, Star
A Wreaths Across America remembrance ceremony placing wreaths on veterans’ graves at Star Cemetery, part of the national program held the same day across the country; confirm the gathering point with the Star Cemetery Maintenance District.
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Star New Year’s Eve Celebration
Thursday, December 31, 2026, live countdown from 11pm
Star Riverhouse, Star
A live countdown with a midnight toast and fireworks; confirm the start time with the city.
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Hometown Celebration
July 4, 2027
Hunter’s Creek Park, Star
Firecracker Fun Run, parade, pie auction, kids’ games, and a food court; next edition July 4, 2027.
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Chamber Eggstravaganza
April 2027 (Easter weekend)
Star
Easter egg hunt hosted by the chamber; dates are announced each spring.
Middleton
River town whose fall and winter pull in neighbors from all of Canyon County.
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Middleton Farms Fall Festival
September 25 through November 1, 2026, Wednesdays through Sundays
Middleton Farms, Middleton (address and hours at middletonfarms.com)
A working farm’s fall season with pumpkin patches and a giant corn maze, open Wednesdays through Sundays; hours vary by day, so confirm before you go.
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Light Up Middleton
Early December
Downtown Middleton
The town’s holiday kickoff with lights, live entertainment, and activities, a tradition since 2024; confirm the 2026 date.
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Middleton Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting
Mid-December
Main Street, Middleton
The chamber’s annual parade down Main Street with a tree lighting; recent editions carried a Cowboy Christmas theme. Confirm the 2026 date with the chamber.
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Santa’s Workshop at the Park
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 11am
Middleton Parks and Recreation District, Middleton
A free family holiday event hosted by the Middleton Parks and Recreation District with Santa and seasonal activities for kids; confirm the exact location and details with the district.
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4th of July in the Park
July 4, 2027, 9am to 3pm
Middleton Place Park, 75 Marjorie Ave, Middleton
Food trucks, car show, kids’ corner, and live music; next edition July 4, 2027.
Nampa
The valley’s rodeo town, with a market that runs into November and the state’s biggest straw maze.
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Nampa Farmers Market Recurring
Saturdays, 9am to 1:30pm (11am to 3pm in November), April 4 through November 28, 2026
Lloyd Square Park, 13th and Front, downtown Nampa
One of the valley’s longest-running markets, in its 37th season, plus the winter Winter Wonderland Market at Lloyd Square on Small Business Saturday, November 28, with extended hours. The final regular market day is Saturday, November 28.
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Shindig Farms
September 12 through October 31, 2026; closed Sundays
Scism Rd, Nampa
Idaho’s largest straw maze (8 feet tall), a pumpkin patch with 15+ varieties, ziplines, giant slides, farm animals, and food trucks. The maze turns haunted on October Saturday nights (October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31); September hours are Monday to Thursday 4 to 9pm and Friday to Saturday 10am to 9pm.
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Lost in Christmas at Shindig Farms
November 21, 2026 through early January 2027
Shindig Farms, Scism Rd, Nampa
The farm’s holiday light display with a themed walk-through, wagon rides, and zip lines, running from late November into the new year. Confirm opening dates and ticket details with Shindig Farms.
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Canyon County Christmas Show
Friday, November 20 through Sunday, November 22, 2026; Friday and Saturday 11am to 7pm, Sunday 11am to 4pm
Ford Idaho Center, 16200 N Idaho Center Blvd, Nampa
The valley’s big holiday home and gift show at the Ford Idaho Center with vendor booths, seasonal shopping, and holiday ideas; admission is typically around $5 for adults with free parking. Confirm hours and admission with the organizers.
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Idaho Snowmobile Show
Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21, 2026
Ford Idaho Center, 16200 N Idaho Center Blvd, Nampa
The region’s snowmobile show at the Ford Idaho Center, a useful stop for acreage owners who ride from their own door; confirm hours and admission with the venue.
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City of Nampa Christmas Tree Lighting
Saturday, November 28, 2026; entertainment from 5pm, lighting at 6pm
12th Ave and Front St by the Nampa Train Depot
Held on Shop Small Saturday with free hot chocolate, Santa, and carolers; confirm details with the city.
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Canyon County Festival of Trees
Friday, November 27 through Monday, November 30, 2026
Ford Idaho Center, 16200 N Idaho Center Blvd, Nampa
Holiday display trees benefiting Meals on Wheels at the Ford Idaho Center, a four-day tradition over Thanksgiving weekend; confirm hours and admission with the organizers.
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Snake River Stampede
June 2027
Ford Idaho Center, Nampa
One of the PRCA’s flagship rodeos with nightly shows; confirm 2027 dates and tickets when they are announced.
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Three Days Grace at Ford Idaho Center
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7pm
Ford Idaho Center Arena, 16200 N Idaho Center Blvd, Nampa
The rock band Three Days Grace plays the Ford Idaho Center Arena on the Alienation Tour; confirm showtime and tickets with the venue.
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Black Jacket Symphony
Monday, November 2, 2026, 7:30pm
Nampa Civic Center, 311 3rd St S, Nampa
A live tribute show that recreates a classic album start to finish at the Civic Center; confirm showtime and tickets with the box office.
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S’mores & Shop Small Saturday
Saturday, November 28, 2026, 11am
1st Street South, Downtown Nampa
A downtown Nampa Small Business Saturday celebration with s’mores, local shopping, and holiday fun alongside the city’s tree lighting day; confirm details with Downtown Nampa.
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Nampa Craft and Chocolate Affaire
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Nampa Civic Center, 311 3rd St S, Nampa
A craft fair with local artisans and chocolate vendors at the Civic Center, a sweet early start to holiday shopping; confirm hours with the venue.
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Holiday Makers Market
Friday, November 6, 5 to 9pm and Saturday, November 7, 9am to 4pm, 2026
Nampa Civic Center, 311 3rd St S, Nampa
A two-day holiday makers market at the Civic Center with local crafts, gifts, and seasonal goods; confirm the vendor list with the organizers.
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Warhawk Winterfest
Saturday, November 28, 2026
Warhawk Air Museum, 201 Municipal Dr, Nampa
The museum’s holiday open house with family activities and seasonal fun; confirm hours with the Warhawk Air Museum.
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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
Sunday, December 13, 2026
Ford Idaho Center Arena, 16200 N Idaho Center Blvd, Nampa
The long-running Christmas concert tradition at the Ford Idaho Center Arena; confirm showtime and tickets with the venue.
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Vintage Market Days
Friday, December 4 through Sunday, December 6, 2026
Ford Idaho Center, 16200 N Idaho Center Blvd, Nampa
A vintage and handmade market at the Ford Idaho Center with vendors of antiques, repurposed goods, and seasonal decor; confirm hours and ticket details with the organizers.
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Boise Ballet Academy: The Nutcracker
Sunday, December 20, 2026
Nampa Civic Center, 311 3rd St S, Nampa
Boise Ballet Academy’s annual production of The Nutcracker at the Nampa Civic Center, a holiday tradition for Treasure Valley families; confirm showtimes and tickets with the Civic Center.
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Music Theatre of Idaho: Anastasia
Friday, December 4 through Sunday, December 6, 2026; Friday 7:30pm, Saturday 1:30pm and 7:30pm, Sunday 1:30pm
Nampa Civic Center, 311 3rd St S, Nampa
Music Theatre of Idaho’s live production of Anastasia at the Civic Center, a family holiday-season show; confirm showtimes and tickets with the box office.
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Great Idaho Gun Show
Saturday, December 12 and Sunday, December 13, 2026
Ford Idaho Center, 16200 N Idaho Center Blvd, Nampa
A two-day gun and outdoor show at the Ford Idaho Center, a useful stop for acreage owners shopping firearms, safes, and outdoor gear; confirm hours and admission with the promoters.
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Jo Koy at Ford Idaho Center
Saturday, November 7, 2026, 7pm
Ford Idaho Center Arena, 16200 N Idaho Center Blvd, Nampa
The comedian brings his tour to the Ford Idaho Center Arena, a big-name night out for the valley in early November; confirm showtime and tickets with the venue.
Kuna
Ranch country south of Meridian, with Saturday markets from Bernie Fisher Park to Farm Estates Park and December’s tree-to-Gem season.
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Kuna Scarecrow Contest
October 14 through October 30, 2026; winners announced on Halloween
Businesses across Kuna
The chamber’s annual scarecrow contest: local businesses display their creations through the end of October, with winners announced on Halloween. The 2026 display window has wrapped; confirm next year’s dates with the Kuna Chamber of Commerce.
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Lowe Family Farmstead Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
September 12 through October 31, 2026; closed Sundays
Lowe Family Farmstead, 2500 S Eagle Rd, Kuna
The farm’s fall season just south of Kuna: a corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, and the Candy in the Corn Halloween fun. Hours are Monday to Thursday 4 to 9pm and Friday to Saturday 10am to 9pm, closed Sundays.
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City of Kuna Arbor Day Celebration
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Kuna, Idaho
The city’s annual Arbor Day tree-planting celebration, a hands-on way to meet neighbors and add trees to the community; confirm the location and time with the city of Kuna.
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Down Home Country Christmas
Saturday, December 5, 2026; craft fair hours and parade 6 to 7:30pm
Downtown Kuna; craft fair at the Fourth Street Gym, 571 W 4th St
The chamber’s holiday celebration: a craft fair with local vendors at the Fourth Street Gym, Santa, and the Night Light Parade (theme: Classic Christmas) through downtown Kuna from 6 to 7:30pm with hot cocoa along the route. Confirm exact times with the Kuna Chamber of Commerce.
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City of Kuna Christmas Tree Lighting
Saturday, December 5, 2026, right after the Night Light Parade
Colonel Bernard Fisher Park, 201 W Main St, Kuna
The city’s annual Christmas tree lighting at Bernie Fisher Park, held right after the Night Light Parade to open the holiday season; confirm the start time with the city of Kuna.
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Candy Canes with the Mayor
Friday, December 11, 2026
Kuna City Hall
A drop-in holiday treat event where the mayor hands out candy canes; confirm the time with the city.
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Kuna Gem Drop
Thursday, December 31, 2026
Downtown Kuna
Kuna’s New Year’s celebration with a midnight gem drop; confirm the start time.
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Christmas Experience at the Kuna Castle
December 2026; timed tickets with dates posted each season
The Castle Gardens, 2050 N Meridian Rd, Kuna
A timed holiday walk-through at the Kuna Castle venue with themed displays and holiday lights; the 2026 schedule is posted each fall, so confirm dates and ticket times with The Castle Gardens.
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Kuna Stampede Rodeo
Labor Day weekend, September 2027
Crooked 8 Event Center, 1882 E King Rd, Kuna
An Idaho Cowboys Association rodeo revived in 2022; the 2026 edition ran September 3 through 5 with three nights of rodeo, and the next edition is expected Labor Day weekend 2027. Confirm dates and tickets when announced.
Caldwell
County seat with a restored plaza, October orchard days, and a million lights by November.
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Monster Smash Trunk or Treat
Late October; the 2026 edition wrapped October 30
Hosted by Homes of Idaho, Caldwell (location announced each year)
Caldwell’s long-running community Halloween celebration with family activities and safe trick-or-treating; the 2026 edition has wrapped and the event returns next fall. Confirm the 2027 date with the organizer.
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Ballet Idaho’s The Nutcracker: In a Nutshell
Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28, 2026, 1pm and 7pm
Jewett Auditorium, College of Idaho, 2112 Cleveland Blvd, Caldwell
Ballet Idaho’s condensed family Nutcracker at the College of Idaho’s Jewett Auditorium, presented by Caldwell Fine Arts over Thanksgiving weekend; confirm showtimes and tickets with Caldwell Fine Arts.
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Cherry Hill Farms Fall Festival and Corn Maze
September 25 through October 31, 2026
Cherry Hill Farms, Caldwell
An 8-acre corn maze, pumpkin patch, and family farm attractions for the fall season; hours vary by day, so confirm before going.
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Canyon Winds Concert
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7 to 8:30pm
Jewett Auditorium, College of Idaho, 2112 Cleveland Blvd, Caldwell
A fall concert presented by the Canyon County Symphony and the Music Association of Canyon County in the College of Idaho’s Jewett Auditorium; confirm the program and ticket details with the organizers.
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Winter Wonderland
November 20, 2026 through mid-January 2027; opening festival weekend Friday to Sunday, November 20 to 22, 6 to 9pm
Indian Creek Plaza, 120 S Kimball Ave, downtown Caldwell
More than a million holiday lights along the creek, the ice ribbon, Santa visits, food trucks, and the Magical Musical Christmas Tree; free to attend. Confirm nightly hours with the plaza.
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Light the World Giving Machine
December 1 through December 14, 2026
Indian Creek Plaza, Caldwell
The charitable vending machines at Indian Creek Plaza, where every purchase supports a local or global cause; confirm hours with the plaza.
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Reindeer Games
Saturday, December 19, 2026, noon to 4pm
Indian Creek Plaza, Caldwell
A family holiday event at the plaza with seasonal games and activities; confirm the start time with the plaza.
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Treasure Valley Night Light Parade
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 6pm
Downtown Caldwell
The Caldwell Chamber of Commerce’s holiday parade with the 2026 theme ‘Let Freedom Glow. Christmas in America’: floats, lights, and Santa along the downtown route; confirm staging details with the chamber.
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Caldwell Night Rodeo
August 2027
D&B Supply Arena, 2301 S Blaine St, Caldwell
The valley’s classic mid-August rodeo with five nights of action; confirm 2027 dates and tickets when announced.
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2C Cowboy Christmas
Friday, December 18 and Saturday, December 19, 2026, 10am
2207 Blaine St, Caldwell
A cowboy-themed holiday market put on by the Caldwell Night Rodeo with western vendors and seasonal gifts, billed as the last chance before Christmas to shop local; confirm hours and the vendor list with the organizer.
Marsing
River town whose fall runs from the Snake River Country Market and Lions Club bingo to the Homedale fairgrounds and holiday parades.
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Snake River Country Market Recurring
Saturdays, 11am to 3pm, May through October (2026 season to confirm)
Main Street and 4th Ave W, across from Lizard Butte Baptist Church, Marsing
The Marsing farmers market with local produce, artisan goods, and live music. The market announced a pause for the 2026 season, so confirm with the organizers before you drive over; the city lists first and third Saturdays in season.
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Homedale Community Market Recurring
Fridays, 3 to 7pm, May through October each year
Bette Uda Park, 204 E Idaho Ave, Homedale
The Homedale area’s farmers and craft market, a short drive from Marsing, with local produce and artisan goods. The 2026 season wrapped with its end-of-season celebration on Friday, October 9; the market returns in spring 2027, so confirm the opening date with the organizers.
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Marsing Flea Market Recurring
First and third Saturdays, 10am to 4pm, May through September each year
London Park, 4th Ave and Main St, Marsing
A long-running community flea market at London Park with local vendors and goods. The 2026 season has ended for the year; it returns on the first and third Saturdays starting in May 2027, so confirm the opening date with the organizers.
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Marsing Lions Club Bingo Recurring
Second Tuesday of the month, October through April (no December game)
Marsing American Legion, 126 S 2nd Ave W, Marsing
A community bingo night run by the Marsing Lions Club, with proceeds supporting local clubs and community events; confirm the start time with the Lions Club.
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Owyhee County Museum Christmas Bazaar
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10am to 4pm
Owyhee County Historical Society Museum, 17085 Basey St, Murphy
A country Christmas bazaar at the Owyhee County Museum about 30 minutes from Marsing, with local craft vendors and fresh-cut Christmas trees from Silver City on sale; confirm hours with the museum.
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Annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting (Night Light Parade)
Mid-to-late November; the city posts the date each season
Downtown Marsing; tree lighting at Marsing Island Park
The city’s annual parade down Main Street with the tree lighting at the island park; recent editions paired the evening with a community chili feed. Confirm the 2026 date with the city.
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Homedale Farmers’ Holiday Markets
November and December 2026; dates posted by the city
Homedale
The City of Homedale’s holiday edition of its farmers market, a short drive from Marsing for local holiday shopping; confirm dates and hours with the city of Homedale.
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Homedale Night Light Christmas Parade
Late November 2026, following Thanksgiving weekend (expected Friday, November 27)
Idaho Avenue, Homedale
The Homedale Chamber of Commerce’s signature holiday parade down Idaho Avenue, kicking off the season for the whole Owyhee County side of the valley; confirm the 2026 date with the chamber.
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Greenleaf Country Christmas Bazaar
Friday, November 20, 2026
Greenleaf Community Center, Greenleaf
An annual country Christmas bazaar at the Greenleaf Community Center between Marsing and Caldwell, with local crafts and holiday goods; confirm hours with the organizers.
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Homedale Gun Show
Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6, 2026
Owyhee County Fairgrounds, 432 W Nevada Ave, Homedale
A two-day gun and outdoor show at the Owyhee County Fairgrounds, a short drive from Marsing; confirm hours and admission with the promoters.
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Marsing Disaster Auction
January to February 2027
Marsing
A benefit auction supporting local families in crisis, a Marsing tradition since 1961; confirm the 2027 date at marsingdisasterauction.org.
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Owyhee County Fair and Rodeo
August 2027
Owyhee County Fairgrounds, 420 W Nevada Ave, Homedale
The regional fair a short drive from Marsing; the 2026 edition ran August 3 through 8, so expect the next one in early August 2027. Confirm dates when announced.
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3rd of July Celebration
July 3, 2027
Marsing Island Park, Marsing
Fireworks, live music, and a BBQ on the Snake River; next edition July 3, 2027.
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