Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Boise, Idaho

Boise's longest running, all-ages, free outdoor summer concert series, Alive After 5 runs select Wednesdays in June and July in downtown Boise's Grove Plaza. Vendors from the Saturday Market can now be found alongside Alive After 5 concerts in the Grove Plaza every Wednesday night through the end of July —a foot-traffic draw for food and craft vendors. The event features a mix of nationally and internationally touring artists and local talent from 5–8pm. A Tips for Charity Program runs each year with two local charity partners benefiting from 100% of bar tips.

One of Idaho's largest outdoor art festivals with fine art, craft, food, live music & kids' activities at Julia Davis Park.

Boise Farmers Market runs Saturdays in April through October at 1500 Shoreline Drive. You'll find fresh seasonal vegetables and fruit, locally raised protein, breads and pastries, honey, jams and sauces, fresh-roasted coffee, and ready-to-eat foods — all sourced locally and traceable to the farms and makers behind them.

The 77th annual Boise Holiday Parade, held in downtown Boise each late November, is a community-sponsored event themed around holiday storytelling and festive traditions. The parade draws marching bands, floats, and Santa himself through the streets — a well-established event with strong local sponsorship and volunteer support.

In Boise at the Boise Centre, the Boise Flower & Garden Show runs each March in its 30th year—Idaho's biggest spring garden event. Expect 100+ exhibitors showcasing outdoor furniture, sunrooms, tools, garden gadgets, iron garden art, orchids, and local specialty foods through Buy Idaho. Educational seminars, spectacular bonsai displays and demonstrations, orchid shows, and gardens round out the attendee draw. Strong foot traffic from homeowners planning spring projects.

The 15th annual Boise Music Festival takes place each June at Expo Idaho in Garden City, with dozens of local and regional artists, a carnival, food and drink vendors, and community activities throughout the day. Six music stages span the fairgrounds, with five smaller stages showcasing up to 50 local and regional musicians across acoustic, pop, country, bluegrass, folk, rock, hip-hop, and alternative. The vendor village hosts 100+ local artists and crafters, with 40+ food vendors rounding out the all-day event. For 15 years, the festival has been one of the most iconic family events in the Treasure Valley, attracting attendees from across the state and the Pacific Northwest.

Annual LGBTQ+ pride festival with live entertainment, exhibitors, food & drink vendors.

Idaho's largest outdoor public market since 1994. 100+ local vendors, food trucks, live music & handmade goods.

Community holiday event with decorated trees, vendor booths & charitable activities.

Annual street fair in historic Hyde Park with live music, local artists & food vendors.

A New Year's Eve spectacle held downtown since 2012, the Idaho Potato Drop draws massive crowds for live entertainment and an iconic 17-foot illuminated potato drop from a crane. Vendors include food trucks (corndogs, BBQ, pasta, gyros, pretzels, coffee, pastries, boba), local nonprofits, and retail. License numbers required; state tax declaration form (ST-124) mandated for all vendors selling products or merchandise.

Outdoor amphitheater performances along the Boise River, from classic Shakespeare to contemporary theater. Pre-show picnic grounds.

Held each March in Boise at Expo Idaho since 1971, the Idaho Sportsman Show draws 10,000 attendees and 200 exhibitors for a four-day celebration of hunting, fishing, RVs, boats, and outdoor recreation. Expect guides, outfitters, gear vendors, and learning opportunities—elk calling, archery, hunting dog demos, and Saturday seminars from Idaho Fish and Game biologists.

Seasonal fine craft pop-up at downtown Boise's innovation hub featuring local artists.

Held each August at Ann Morrison Park in Boise, the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic is in its 35th year—a free festival celebrating hot air ballooning with multiple launches, a Nite Glow spectacular, and food vendors. Kids get free tethered rides on Kid's Day. The event draws locals and tourists for the sight of hundreds of colorful balloons, many drifting over downtown Boise and its iconic landmarks.

Treefort Music Fest is a five-day indie rock festival held at several venues throughout downtown Boise, Idaho in late March. Now in its 14th year, this five-day discovery-fest features over 500 artists, with headliners Father John Misty, Magdalena Bay, Geese, and Flipturn. Beyond music, there are 14 themed forts including Comedyfort, Alefort, Artfort, Yogafort, Filmfort, and Hackfort. **New in 2026: Treefort Market** — held March 27-28, showcasing the best of local and regional art, craft, vintage + music ephemera, plus panels & more. Features 70+ vendors, art installations, and workshops.

Western Idaho Fair has run since 1897 at Expo Idaho, west of Boise. The fair draws over 260,000 guests annually for a 10-day, action-packed event showcasing Idaho crops, livestock, arts, and culture. The fair features hundreds of vendors and exhibits, dozens of fair food stalls, 4-H/FFA and open class events, a variety of entertainers and ground acts and the popular ICCU Grandstand Concert Series. Patrons are largely local: 70% Ada County, 25% Canyon County. All exhibitors must apply annually and previous participation does not guarantee acceptance. Cancellation forfeit is 25% of contract if notice is by August 1; full forfeiture if after.

Holiday light display with Snow Globe Bar, Gingerbread Village, fire pits & letters to Santa.

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