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.
Solid Grill & Bar
405 S 8th St • (208) 345-6620
Art Shop Music Food & Beverage Activity
½ Off Draft Beers, Well Drinks, $2 off all wines and $1 off appetizers from 4pm-6pm & 10pm-Midnight
We also have Free Comedy shows at 7pm & 9pm in the Solid Cellar!
~ Two Free Comedy Shows! Just the Tips comedy show at 7pm! National touring comedians stop in Boise to perform at Liquid Laughs Underground! Free to attend!
Followed by the Treasure Valley's funniest comedians and some first timers! Free Comedy! Free Laughs! Sign ups at 9pm Show starts at 9:30pm. Ever want to try stand up comedy? This is your chance!
The best deal you will find on First Thursday! Liquid Laughs in the Solid Cellar
Re-POP Gifts
210 N 10th St • 208-991-6112
Art Shop
This First Thursday come join us from 4-8pm and meet one of our favorite local artists, Villtura! She'll be here signing prints and showing off some of her new stuff!
If you have anything of hers that you would like to have signed, please bring it by!
Idaho Art Gallery
702 W Idaho St • (208) 733-4134
Art Shop Activity
Opening Reception: "Meanwhile, Out West" by Bonnie Griffith
702 W Idaho St #105 – Idaho Art Gallery
Thursday, June 04, 2026 | 5-9PM
Join us for the opening reception of Meanwhile, Out West, a solo exhibition by acclaimed landscape artist Bonnie Griffith, on Thursday, June 04 at IAG Boise.
This body of work reflects Griffith’s deep connection to the Western landscape and the quiet presence of the animals that inhabit it. Working in both oil paint and pastel, she captures the rhythms of open land, including its shifting light, weather, and familiar figures of cows and horses that become both subjects and storytellers. Through layered surfaces and expressive mark-making, each painting invites viewers into a West that feels both expansive and intimate.
Raised on a cattle ranch in north-central Montana and now based in southwestern Idaho, Griffith has built a distinguished career as both artist and educator. Her work is featured in galleries across the West and held in museum and commercial collections throughout the region. A celebrated Plein Air painter and award-winning pastel artist, she is also an active teacher, juror, and longtime leader in the regional arts community.
Alongside Griffith’s solo exhibition, explore our current open-theme group show featuring local and national artists. This rotating presentation offers a dynamic mix of styles, media, and perspectives throughout the month.
While you’re here, be sure to visit our curated gift shop, featuring small-format artworks, original pieces, and locally made artisanal goods perfect for unique gifts or something special for your own collection.
Join us for art, conversation, and community in the heart of downtown Boise. We’d love to celebrate with you.
Dawson Taylor Downtown Coffee House
219 N 8th St • (208) 336-5633
Art Shop Music Food & Beverage Kid-Friendly
Come join us for an epic First Thursday event from 5-7pm!
You can expect:
- A flower bloom bar where you can build your own bouquet
- Permanent Jewelry from the Ritzy Rose
- Live music from Kiri Music
- BOGO Drinks & first access to our summer drink launch
- New art on our gallery walls
We can't wait to hang out, see you there!
Liquid Lounge
405 S 8th St • (208) 287-5379
Art Shop Music Food & Beverage Activity
First Thursday at Liquid Laughs Undergound!
~ Two Free Comedy Shows! Just the Tips comedy show at 7pm! National touring comedians stop in Boise to perform at Liquid Laughs Underground! Free to attend!
Followed by the Treasure Valley's funniest comedians and some first timers! Free Comedy! Free Laughs! Sign ups at 9pm Show starts at 9:30pm. Ever want to try stand up comedy? This is your chance!
The best deal you will find on First Thursday!
Toy POP!
780 W Main St • 2088590095
Shop Kid-Friendly Activity
Smiski Trading Event! Smiski collectors are welcome to bring smiski figures to trade with other smiski fans! We'll have refreshments, smiski coloring pages, and a raffle to win a smiski plush!
Purchase 5 or more blind boxes and get 10% off!!!