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Our local merchants plan exciting, engaging in-store events including food and beverage tastings, local art exhibits, retail trunk shows, live music, family activities, and entertainment in a special and unique way you'll only find in Downtown Boise. Stop into your favorite establishment or check out someplace new!

Events typically run from 5–9pm, but each merchant creatively plans their own event so check each listing below for individual hours and details. 

SUPERSIZED First Thursday's are back!
What does that mean? More free activation throughout your downtown area! We'll have roving artist performing & engaging with the public for free fun during select months! Keep an eye out for the signs for where they'll pop-up next!
 


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Flamenco Idaho

Downtown Boise •

Art   Music   Kid-Friendly  

Flamenco Idaho is a performing group who draws inspiration from classical guitar, contemporary dance/art performance, cultural music and Flamenco. We are focused on performing new and traditional works that represent the artists that comprise the group. We come from a varying background including: classical, cultural and experimental music, numerous dance forms, visual art and poetry.

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Radio Boise

1020 W Main St • 208-258-2072

Music  

Radio Boise is having an "Open Station" in the basement of the Alaska Center on Main St. between 10th and 11th St where we will give guided tours, have live DJs Wendy Fox and Jason D on the air, share snacks and generally chat about the station and community radio from 5pm-8pm. It is hosted by Nichole Marie of The Rapture and Geek Goddess from the Rebel Alliance. This month we are joined by the Idaho Office for Refugees, whose mission it is to offer refuge and safety to people forced to leave their homes due to persecution of religious beliefs, political opinions, or ethnic heritage.

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The Warehouse Food Hall

370 S 8th St • 986-999-4081

Music   Food & Beverage  

Thursdays just got a major upgrade at The Warehouse Food Hall with the return of live performances! Whether you're into tunes, flavors, or just good times, our live music Thursdays cater to all. Dive into a world of diverse food options, sip on crafted drinks, and let the music elevate your evening.

Weekly on Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m.
Free for all ages

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Tom Graineys

109 S 6th St • (208) 345-2505

Music  

DJ Mike Moses spins all vinyl every 1st Thursday of the month at Tom Grainey’s from 9-close. Funk and soul, new and old, hip-hop samples and remixes, and more!

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Treefort Music Hall

722 W Broad St. •

Music   Kid-Friendly  

Duck Club Presents a FREE, all ages First Thursday show at Treefort Music Hall! Shamarr Allen and The Gold Souls are bringing groovy, funky, soulful music straight to Boise. The Gold Souls are all things soul soothing, booty shakin' boogie music! This eight-piece cosmic soul sensation's unique brand of boogie is driven by deep grooves, soaring horns, and powerhouse vocals. Shamarr Allen is the epitome of New Orleans Music! Hailing from the Lower 9th Ward of New Orleans, Allen has influences in jazz, hip hop, rock, funk, blues and country, and has collaborated with renowned artists such as Willie Nelson, Galactic, Patti Labelle, Harry Connick Jr. and Lenny Kravitz. Come get groovy for this FREE show! Doors are at 5pm, show starts at 5:30pm and is all ages.

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Live Performance! Rippled Activations

Downtown Boise •

Art   Music   Kid-Friendly  

Rippled Activations is a collaborative project that brings together live figure drawing and violin, involving three emerging creatives local to Boise. Kamryn Rose Boykin is a visual and time based artist. Kamryn is dedicated to the exploration of the body and using mediums like video, drawing, and performance to delve into the many levels of the psyche. Sydney Blood is a lifelong dancer, choreographer, and aspiring poet. The dynamic movements and poignant poetry in her work cultivate an intense empathy between dancer and audience. Joshua Emara is a self taught violinist who’s gained local notoriety for his dancing violin act. His passion for music has informed his transition from dancer to composing original music set to culminate in an album.

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Live Music! Cross Country

Downtown Boise •

Art   Music   Kid-Friendly  

Cross Country has singer-songwriter roots with a penchant for classic country music. Whether not-so-subtly stealing ideas from Josh Ritter or doing their best Willie Nelson impression, Cross Country is sure to impress your dad. When not playing music, they're probably up running in Boise's foothills, stopping occasionally to spot birds in the brush.

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Boise Brewing

521 W Broad St • (208) 342-7655

Music   Food & Beverage  

Each first Thursday at Boise Brewing offers live music from rotating local artists on the patio, 6-9pm. Come inside check out the restaurant while admiring fresh art provided by Boise Weekly!

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Lunatic Fringe Salon

836 W Broad St • (208) 955-0400

Shop   Music   Food & Beverage  

Experience luxury at Lunatic Fringe Salon! We welcome the community to step into elegance and style at our salon's First Thursday event. Enjoy upbeat music, an energetic atmosphere, and exciting giveaways for you to treat yourself or someone you love to. Come on in and indulge in a night of beauty and fun!

We can't wait to pamper you!

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The Funky Taco

801 W Bannock St • (208) 488-4593

Music   Food & Beverage  

Jazz Night at The Funky Taco

Once a month, on the First Thursday, The Funky Taco will have a jazz night featuring the Dean Jennings Jazz Quintet for the first set. We will then feature local jazz artists for the second set and close the night with a jam session featuring established, up-and-coming, and future jazz musicians.​

Check the Event Calendars (https://www.deanvjennings.com/eventscalender) or the Funky Taco's Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/thefunkytaco/) for upcoming Jazz Nights at The Funky Taco.

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