17 Things to Do in Boise This Week · July 2–5, 2026

Arts & Culture

22nd Annual Juried Art Exhibition Opening Reception

Opening reception with live music for the 22nd Annual Juried Art Exhibition at Art Source Gallery, featuring 2D and 3D artwork from artists across Idaho, Washington, and Oregon.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Art Source Gallery, 1516 W Grove, Boise

re-Storying Idaho: Living the American Dream

A community storytelling event creating an archive of diverse voices exploring how people from different backgrounds define home, belonging, and the American Dream in Idaho.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM · Boise

Charlie Mac at The Comedy Lounge

Comedian Charlie Mac performs two nights at The Comedy Lounge in Boise.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:00 PM · The Comedy Lounge, Boise

The Magician's Table

A new immersive performing arts experience at Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, running multiple shows July 9–12.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 8:00 PM · Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise

Music & Nightlife

J Boog at Treefort Music Hall

Reggae artist J Boog performs live at Treefort Music Hall in Boise.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 · Treefort Music Hall, Boise

Andy Haynes at The Comedy Lounge

Stand-up comedian Andy Haynes performs at Boise's premier comedy club, The Comedy Lounge.

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 7:00 PM · The Comedy Lounge, Boise

KALEO – Way Down We Go Tour

Icelandic rock band KALEO performs at Outlaw Field at the Idaho Botanical Garden with special guest Vincent Lima on the Way Down We Go Tour.

Friday, July 10, 2026 7:00 PM · Outlaw Field at Idaho Botanical Garden, Boise

Festivals & Special Events

Boise Twilight Criterium

One of the top professional criterium cycling races in the US, drawing elite cyclists to downtown Boise streets for high-speed racing under the lights.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 · Downtown Boise

Under the Trees 4th of July Park Party

A massive 4th of July outdoor party with 7 DJs, a big stage, beer, wine, RTDs, food trucks, and views of the fireworks — location shared via Instagram DM.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM · Boise (location shared via @underthetrees.boise)

America 250 Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration and Boise Phil Performance

A major America 250 celebration featuring fireworks and a live performance by the Boise Philharmonic on the Fourth of July.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 6:00 PM · Boise

Date Night

Socrates Table at Hemlock Boise

An intimate chef-led tasting experience for just 12 guests at Hemlock Boise, featuring thoughtfully curated courses, paired beverages, and stories behind every dish.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 · Hemlock Boise, Boise

Advanced Country Swing Lesson & Line Dancing

An advanced country swing lesson followed by line dancing at The Farm, hosted by Boise Country Dancers.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 7:00 PM · The Farm, Boise

Outdoors & Active

Boise Run Club Weekly Tuesday Run

Boise Run Club's weekly Tuesday community run and walk starting from Green Acres Food Truck Park, followed by food, drinks, and great company.

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 6:30 PM · Green Acres Food Truck Park, Boise

Learn to Skate (Walk Bike & Ride Event)

A free learn-to-skate event at Mountain View Park as part of the Walk Bike & Ride community series.

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 6:00 PM · Mountain View Park, Boise

Free Events

City Steps: 'We the People' Who Built Boise Guided Tour

A 90-minute guided walking tour exploring Boise's immigrant history through contemporary public art and the built environment along Grove Street.

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM · Grove Street, Downtown Boise

Boise Weekly Language Exchange

A weekly multilingual conversation exchange covering French, Spanish, German, English, and more, open to all levels.

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 6:30 PM · Boise

Sports

AC Boise Soccer at Boise Soccer Stadium

AC Boise plays home USL Cup professional soccer matches at Boise Soccer Stadium throughout July.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 · Athletic Club Boise Soccer Stadium, Boise