9 Things to Do in Boise This Week · August 27–30, 2026

Date Night

Julia Butterfly Hill Evening at Parcero

An intimate 50-seat evening with activist Julia Butterfly Hill exploring stories of resilience and community, followed by open conversation.

Thursday, August 27, 2026 · Parcero, Boise

Pattern/Line Dance Workshop

Learn pattern and line dances with Boise Country Dancers at this Friday night workshop.

Friday, August 28, 2026 7:00 PM · Boise

Family-Friendly

Family Clay Night

A creative family clay night hosted by the Boise Arts Community — a hands-on evening for all skill levels.

Friday, August 28, 2026 6:00 PM · Boise

Arts & Culture

Aaron Foster: Mostly Jokes at The Comedy Lounge

Award-winning dark comedy show 'Mostly Jokes' by Aaron Foster — former HGTV host turns survivor's guilt and anxiety into sharp, fearless stand-up.

Sunday, August 30, 2026 7:00 PM · The Comedy Lounge, Boise

"A Christmas Carol" Audition Open House at Morrison Center

Open audition house for Boise State's upcoming production of 'A Christmas Carol' at the Morrison Center's Danny Peterson Theatre.

Monday, August 31, 2026 6:30 PM · Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, Danny Peterson Theatre, Boise

Sports

Boise State Volleyball: Boise State Classic Tournament

Boise State hosts Idaho State, UNLV, and North Dakota State in a three-day volleyball classic at ExtraMile Arena.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 · ExtraMile Arena, Boise

Festivals & Special Events

First Fridays Boise – September Gathering

The monthly gathering for Black and multicultural professionals in the Treasure Valley — no membership, no application, just real connection at a new venue each month.

Friday, September 4, 2026 5:30 PM · Venue TBA, Boise area

Music & Nightlife

PawPaw Rod at Bluebird Social

PawPaw Rod brings high-energy soul and good vibes to Bluebird Social — a night built for dancing.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 · Bluebird Social, Boise

Bonnie Raitt: Live 2026 with Special Guest Jon Cleary

Legendary blues-rock artist Bonnie Raitt performs at the iconic Outlaw Field at Idaho Botanical Garden with special guest Jon Cleary.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 7:30 PM · Outlaw Field at Idaho Botanical Garden, Boise