15 Things to Do in Boise This Week · May 28–31, 2026

Arts & Culture

Readings & Conversations: Robin Wall Kimmerer

Acclaimed botanist and author Robin Wall Kimmerer takes the Morrison Center stage for an evening of readings and conversation.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 8:00 PM · Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, Boise State University

80s Kids Comedy Night

The Comedy Lounge presents 80s Kids, a comedy show celebrating all things from the decade of big hair and bold synths.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 8:00 PM · The Comedy Lounge, Boise

Jim Gaffigan: Everything is Wonderful Tour

Comedy superstar Jim Gaffigan brings his Everything is Wonderful Tour to ExtraMile Arena for one night only.

Thursday, June 11, 2026 7:00 PM · ExtraMile Arena, Boise

Family-Friendly

Family Clay Night

A hands-on family pottery and clay night hosted by the Boise Arts Community.

Friday, May 29, 2026 6:00 PM · Boise

Cinderella at Morrison Center

A magical ballet production of Cinderella takes the stage at the Morrison Center for the Performing Arts.

Friday, June 5, 2026 7:30 PM · Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, Boise State University

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks LIVE

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks roar into Albertsons Stadium for a high-octane live show the whole family will love.

Saturday, June 6, 2026 6:30 PM · Albertsons Stadium, Boise

Music & Nightlife

Blink 180-True at Knitting Factory

Blink 180-True brings unapologetic 2000s skate-punk energy to the Knitting Factory with all your favorite Blink-182 hits.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Knitting Factory, Boise

Tolls, Sewn Shut, TKO & World Asylum at The Hive

Underdogs Boise presents a four-band punk and metal showcase at The Hive — all ages welcome.

Thursday, June 4, 2026 6:00 PM · The Hive, Boise

CRANKDAT at Treefort Music Hall

Persona Productions brings CRANKDAT to Treefort Music Hall for a high-energy electronic show — tickets nearly sold out.

Friday, June 5, 2026 · Treefort Music Hall, Boise

Free Events

Pub Chess at the Handlebar

Bring your A-game to a casual chess meetup at the Handlebar — all skill levels welcome.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 4:00 PM · The Handlebar, Boise

Outdoors & Active

Global Running Day Celebration with Boise Run Club

Celebrate Global Running Day with lululemon Meridian and lululemon Boise as local run clubs gather for an evening of movement and community at Green Acres.

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 6:00 PM · Green Acres, Boise

Food & Drink

Descanso Bar Opens on the Greenbelt

A new open-air patio bar on the Boise Greenbelt at the Boardwalk on the River complex in Garden City — summer cocktails, spritzes, live music, and a dog-friendly patio right on the water.

Friday, May 29, 2026 3:00 PM · Boardwalk on the River, Garden City, Idaho

Bubbles & Burn at Proletariat Wine Company

A spirited yoga and wine event pairing a workout with bubbles at Proletariat Wine Company.

Sunday, June 7, 2026 10:00 AM · Proletariat Wine Company, Boise

Festivals & Special Events

La Casa We Build – Latino, Queer & Trans Celebration

A Pride kickoff celebration connecting and uplifting Latino, queer, and trans voices in the Boise community.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Boise

Date Night

From Boise Dinner Club – Eagle Edition

Fill out a quick quiz, get matched with five strangers, and discover your restaurant the day of — then continue the night at a bar after dinner.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 · Eagle, Idaho