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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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SHIFT boutique

807 W Bannock St • 208-331-7806

Art   Shop  

TAG SALE at SHIFT boutique! Join us First Thursday, we'll be hosting artist Jacey Peterson - showcasing her art. Then join us all weekend long for TAG SALE deals.

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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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Art in The Alaska Center: New Art Series by Chi E Shenam Westin

1020 Main St • 208-440-2107

Art   Shop   Kid-Friendly   Activity  

An exploration of Zen Buddhists oil paintings of Sutras and Practices.

New paintings on copper & aluminum including Extreme Plein Air: The Trees of Winter.
Also showing The trees of Zion, paintings from McCall, Thorn Creek Butte, Tetons in Driggs, and Payette Lake.

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Join the BoldCircle at BoldHue!

405 S 8th St •

Art   Shop   Activity  

FIRST and only
AT-HOME SHADE
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BoldHue revolutionizes the beauty industry with an approach to beauty that is completely customizable, for every unique individual. Our patented technology is one of a kind, just like you.

Follow our story, learn more, and view our viral videos on Instagram (instagram.com/boldhue) and TikTok (tiktok.com/@boldhue)

Join the BoldCircle and be the first to know when we officially launch. As a member, you’ll receive exclusive behind the scenes content and see milestones in real time while you wait for its anticipated arrival! Join for free at BoldHue.com

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Lenses & Brushes

404 S 8TH ST, L100 • 2085902612

Art   Shop   Food & Beverage   Kid-Friendly   Activity  

Lenses & Brushes gallery showing of all the art created by summer camp artists. Art work will be displayed August 1 - 15, 2024. Stop by to view these talented artist's creations, learn about services, and enjoy refreshments.

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House of Wine

1008 W Main St • 208-297-9463

Shop   Food & Beverage  

Join House of Wine for our August “First Thursday” event!!

We will be featuring Idaho’s very own, Koenig Vineyards!! Enjoy complimentary splashes of 3 of their fantastic wines with the option to purchase a full glass or bottle.

Supporting local never tasted so good!

Everything kicks off at 5pm and goes until 8pm. We hope to see you there!"

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Ink Spa

404 S 8th St • (208)315-6664

Art   Shop   Activity  

$50 piercings - including jewelry - September - December First Thursdays at Ink Spa! Bring a friend and walk in between 4 and 9 PM to get that piercing you've been wanting. Not enough needles? Get a tattoo while you're in too! What better art experience than new ink!

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