22 Things to Do in Boise This Week · September 24–27, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats at Knitting Factory

Cult psych-rock heavyweights Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats bring their fuzzed-out, doom-laden sound to the Knitting Factory on their North America '26 tour.

Thursday, September 24, 2026 · Knitting Factory, Boise

Chaunté Wayans at The Comedy Lounge

Netflix and Hulu comedian Chaunté Wayans performs her new Kevin Hart-produced Hulu special material live at Boise's only full-time comedy club.

Thursday, September 24, 2026 7:00 PM · The Comedy Lounge, Boise

Layton Giordani at Treefort Music Hall

New York techno and house DJ Layton Giordani (Drumcode) headlines Treefort Music Hall with support from Soot Sounds, i.am.lx_, and Nathan Nox, plus an eight-laser production.

Friday, September 25, 2026 · Treefort Music Hall

Raynes with special guest David Wimbish & The Collection

An almost-sold-out evening of indie folk and Americana with Raynes headlining and David Wimbish & The Collection as special guests.

Friday, September 25, 2026 7:00 PM · The Olympic Venue

Festivals & Special Events

Gem State Burlesque Festival

Idaho's first-ever burlesque festival spans two nights with nearly 40 performers from across the US, headlined by Samson Night (NYC), Jezebel Express (NYC/Canada), and Tito Bonito (LA).

Friday, September 25, 2026 7:00 PM · Boise

MASH 2026 (Musicians Against Self Harm) – 7th Annual Festival

The 7th annual MASH Festival at The Shredder brings 10 local and touring acts together for a day of music and mental health awareness, featuring Mylo Bybee, Reverie, Whiskey Mountain, and more.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 · The Shredder, Boise

Japan Day Cultural Festival

Japan Day returns to Boise for another year of diverse cultural celebration, according to Boise Weekly.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 · Boise

Family-Friendly

Chill + Hang: Free Weekly Open Space for Boise High Students

True North Yoga opens its downstairs studio every Thursday afternoon for Boise High students to relax, connect, and enjoy a free 30-minute movement session.

Thursday, September 24, 2026 4:30 PM · True North Yoga, Boise

Foothills Family Day

Celebrate 25 years of open space conservation with a free family day in the Boise Foothills featuring outdoor activities for all ages.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 11:00 AM · Boise Foothills

Idaho Senior Lifestyle Expo

A large senior lifestyle expo at Expo Idaho connecting older adults with local resources, health services, and community vendors.

Saturday, October 3, 2026 10:00 AM · Expo Idaho

Arts & Culture

Boise Chamber Music Series: Aeolus String Quartet

The acclaimed Aeolus String Quartet performs an intimate evening of chamber music in the Morrison Center Recital Hall.

Friday, September 25, 2026 7:30 PM · Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, Recital Hall (C200), Boise State University

Starbelly Dancers Performance

Starbelly Dancers bring a colorful, celebratory dance performance to Boise audiences this weekend.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 · Boise

Patrick Garrity at The Comedy Lounge

Road warrior comedian Patrick Garrity brings his relatable personal stories and sharp observational humor to The Comedy Lounge for three nights.

Thursday, October 1, 2026 7:00 PM · The Comedy Lounge, Boise

Eagle Plein Air Festival

Watch artists paint live en plein air all week, with a State Street Quick Draw on Oct. 3, free daily demos at Finer Frames, and an Awards Reception & Art Show on Oct. 9.

Saturday, October 3, 2026 10:00 AM · Eagle, Idaho

Free Events

A Little Afternoon Music with The Aeolus Quartet

Catch a free afternoon performance by the Aeolus String Quartet at the Morrison Center Recital Hall before their evening concert.

Friday, September 25, 2026 4:00 PM · Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, Recital Hall (C200), Boise State University

World Music Celebration at Lake Hazel Library

Ada Community Library hosts a free World Music Celebration open to all ages at the Lake Hazel Branch.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 1:00 PM · Lake Hazel Library, Boise

Boise Run Club at Payette

Boise Run Club meets every Tuesday at 6:30 PM at Payette Brewing for a social run — all paces welcome, beers after.

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 6:30 PM · Payette Brewing, Boise

Yoga & Sound Bath

An almost-full yoga and sound bath experience at Red-Yoga — a restorative evening combining movement and immersive sound healing.

Friday, October 2, 2026 5:30 PM · Red-Yoga, Boise

Date Night

Zoo Know It All? (21+ Trivia Night at Zoo Boise)

Sip, snack, and compete in animal-themed trivia rounds with guided after-hours tours of Zoo Boise — $20 per person.

Thursday, September 24, 2026 6:00 PM · Zoo Boise

Food & Drink

Nampa Wine and Cider Festival

Sip and stroll through downtown Nampa sampling regional wines and ciders at this festive evening event.

Friday, September 25, 2026 6:00 PM · Downtown Nampa

Outdoors & Active

Boise Dahlia Show

Admire stunning dahlia blooms at this seasonal flower show highlighted by Boise Weekly as a weekend highlight.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 · Boise

True North Yoga Fall Challenge

Six weeks, 18 classes — True North Yoga's fall challenge runs October 4 through November 14, designed to keep you showing up for yourself all season.

Sunday, October 4, 2026 · True North Yoga, Boise