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 happen all throughout the day, but each merchant creatively plans their own event so check each listing below for individual hours and details.
Idaho Art Gallery
702 W Idaho St • (208) 733-4134
Art Shop
ILLUMINATED TALES: Solo Exhibition by Art Werger
Opening Reception: Thursday, December 03 | 5-9PM
On View: December 01-January 02
Idaho Art Gallery | 702 W Idaho St #105 | Downtown Boise
Join us for the opening reception of Illuminated Tales, a solo exhibition by Art Werger exploring memory, light, and the stories that unfold within the intricate process of mezzotint. Beginning with fragments of memory, gestures, places, and moments of light, Werger allows each image to develop slowly and intuitively, transforming darkness into illumination through a meticulous process of discovery.
Composition is central to Werger’s work, carefully balancing form, light, and space to create images that feel both timeless and alive. His dynamic perspectives and distant viewpoints invite viewers to step into the role of an omniscient narrator, exploring each scene and searching for meaning within its layers of imagery and symbolism.
At its heart, Illuminated Tales is an invitation to slow down and look closely. With each sustained encounter, new details and interpretations emerge, allowing viewers to bring their own memories and experiences into the narrative. Meet the artist, experience these remarkable mezzotints in person, and discover the stories waiting to be illuminated.
Idaho State Museum
610 N Julia Davis Dr • (208) 334-2120
Shop Music Food & Beverage Kid-Friendly Activity
Holiday Fest: A Seasonal Celebration
Embark on a free holiday experience at the Idaho State Museum on the First Thursday of December 2026. Start with a variety of tastings from locally made wine to tea and take 15% off purchases from our curated gift shop collections. Enjoy sweets and savories while listening to live holiday caroling by Gemma Arts, and participate in a family friendly craft. Free hot cocoa and candy canes will be available, along with an appearance by a special holiday character.
Graeber & Company Lifestyle Salon + Facial Bar
420 W Main St • (208) 343-4915
Shop Activity
Join Graeber & Company and Roast & Vine for a holiday market style First Thursday in downtown Boise.
Come shop, sip, and celebrate the season with us. We’re bringing together some of our favorite local makers and friends for an evening that makes holiday gifting feel a little more joyful.
What to expect:
- A Graeber holiday market filled with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list
- Music from DJ It Was Jack
- Permanent jewelry from The Ritzy Rose
- Bites from Tasty Touches Catering
- Sweet treats from Leesa's Chocolates
- Wine tasting from The Wine Merchants
And a few more surprises along the way
Bring a friend, check a few names off your list, and spend the evening with us. We can’t wait to celebrate with you.
📍 Graeber & Company, 420 W Main St. Ste. 101A, Downtown Boise
🗓 Thursday, December 3
🕔 5 to 8 PM