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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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A Year of Plein Air Oil Paintings!

1020 Main St • 208-440-2107

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Oil paintings from Idaho and Utah. Larger studio paintings on aluminum and canvas. Art by Chi E Shenan.

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Ink Spa

404 S 8th St • (208)315-6664

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$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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Delia Dante Gallery & Fire Fusion Studio

1322 W Main St • 208-810-6240

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Nigerian Artist Tunde Odunlade
Opening Reception & Artist Talk
​First Thursday, November 7, 5:00 - 9:00 pm

Exhibition runs November 7 - December 31
​This exhibition was organized by Boise Curator John LaBry.

About the Artist | Tunde Odunlade is a print and textile artist who has exhibited, taught, lectured, studied and traveled extensively within Nigeria and throughout Africa, North America, and Europe. In addition, he has performed as an actor with the Nigerian National Troop and various other theatrical organizations, and has recorded several CDs that integrate poetry and music. He lives in Ibadan, in the southwestern part of Nigeria.

His art has been displayed in dozens of one-man and group shows. His work is in the collections of institutions including the Smithsonian Museum of African Art and the World Bank Headquarters in Washington, D.C., the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, the MacArthur Foundation Collection in Chicago, and the State House in Lagos, Nigeria.

Wine by Rollinghills Vineyard and light Hors d’Oeuvres

​Delia Dante Gallery hours:
Tuesday-Wednesday from 10am - 3pm
Thursday-Saturday from 10am - 6pm

All gallery exhibitions are always free and open to the public

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Liquid Lounge

405 S 8th St • (208) 287-5379

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Liquid has Giveaways and drink Specials from popular liquor brands on Frist Thursday! Liquid also has happy hour until 6pm everyday with 1/2 off all Drafts & Well Drinks.

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Leap Photography

1020 W Main St • 208-703-7360

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The Leap Photography studio will be open to the public on Thursday, November 7, 2024, from 5:00-7:00pm in participation with other First Thursday events.

Stop in, tour the studio, and browse through Leap Photography's portrait, and fine art work. Fine art photography will include encaustic photography, greeting cards, magnets, and prints ... all available for purchase.  We'll also have many examples of our portrait work in the form of large prints and albums available for review.

If you've never been in a working photographer's studio, this is a great opportunity to not only view artwork but to check out the workspace.  Photographer, Brenda Leap will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.

We're located in the historic Alaska building. Take the elevator to the 2nd floor and follow the signs.  We can't wait to meet you!

Date:  November 7, 2024
Time:  5:00 pm- 7 pm
Address:  1020 W. Main Street #200, Boise, ID  83702  (located in the historic Alaska Building in downtown Boise)

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Dragon Dreamzzz Art Pop-Up Gallery

Downtown Boise •

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Dragon Dreamzzz Art Pop-up Gallery

Grab a Kanak Attack snack; sip wines from Potter Wines and check out our pop-up
gallery featuring Carol Hackney’s digital art and Patrick Cavanaugh’s photography. It’s
time to shop for the holidays, so come in and discover amazing photos and beautiful
digital prints. Carol’s prints often become unique pieces of clothing or yoga mats,
ceramic blocks and….
Come see for yourselves what our Pop-Up gallery is all about. Check out our website
for more: www.dragondreamzzz.com.

Located on the corner of 5th and Bannock. 5:30-9:00 November and December First
Thursdays.

Check out our website for more information: www.dragondreamzzz.com.

located at 500 Bannock on the corner of 5th and Bannock
5:30-8:30 October, November, & December First Thursdays

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Rediscovered Books - Boise

180 N 8th St • (208) 376-4229

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Rediscovered Books welcomes local author Shoni Davis for a First Thursday Book Signing event for "Esme" from 4:30 - 6 p.m.. Stop by, visit with Shoni, and pick up a personalized copy of "Esme".

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Portsches Jewelry Boutique

816 West Idaho St • 208-343-4443

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Join us for our Bubbles and Baubles Event!!

Sip bubbly wine from Split Rail Winery and build your own charm bracelet, necklace, or earrings!
Dozens of cute charms to choose from. Perfect for a Christmas gift or stocking stuffer.
Available in 14k gold or silver.

Come by to enter a raffle for a charm bracelet!

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House of Wine

1008 W Main St • 208-297-9463

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Celebrate the spirit of the season with us at House of Wine for November First Thursday! This month, get cozy with three COMPLIMENTARY tastes of wonderful wines, chosen by our own wine guide, Kelsey! Enjoy our warm, welcoming atmosphere and raise a glass to the start of the festive season.

Join us from 5 pm to 8 pm—no registration needed, just bring your Fall spirit! We can’t wait to toast to a wonderful evening with you!

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Toy POP!

780 W Main St • 2088590095

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Join us for preview night at Boise's newest toy shop, Toy POP!
From 5:00-8:00 get a jump on your holiday shopping with 10% off your entire purchase (excluding LEGO), meet our toy team, and get a free sticker when you meet and help name the Toy POP-land creatures!
Kids coloring area, LEGO play area, free gift wrap
light snacks will be served

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Graeber & Company Salon and Spa

350 N 9th St • (208) 343-4915

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Join us for our last First Thursday in our current location before we move to our new salon home on the corner of 5th & Main!

We have holiday gift sets in stock *while supplies last, our shop local and accessories section has so many great items too. Mention this to receive 20% off all of our open stock Aveda products and Smashbox Cosmetics when you visit us on first Thursday!! You can order over the phone and schedule a pick up at a later date too. 208-343-4916

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Art Source Gallery

1516 W Grove St • 208-331-3374

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“Unexpected Harmony” opens First Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Art source Gallery. Everyone is invited to view her innovative work in person at the opening reception from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m at Art Source Gallery, 1516 W Grove St., Boise, Idaho. The reception will feature a chance to meet the artist, enjoy live music and savor snacks and wine. The exhibit will be on display at Art source Gallery through November 27, 2024.

Betty Hayzlett is a local legend, an artist who effortlessly juggles multiple creative roles. Her unique felted bowls and orbs are abstract, yet lifelike, and seem to pulse with energy. Her vibrant, textural wall hangings become three- dimensional masterpieces, irresistibly inviting viewers to reach out and touch them. In her latest creative venture, Hayzlett masterfully blends two unlikely materials: clay and wool. This bold experiment results in ceramic pieces enhanced with felted elements, creating an “Unexpected Harmony.” Hayzlett aims to craft striking contrasts by merging felting with ceramics, preserving the vibrant colors and rich textures that define her work, while allowing patterns to play a more prominent role. “Unexpected Harmony” showcase’s Hayzlett’s ability to transform ordinary materials into extraordinary art.

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City Peanut Shop

803 W Bannock St • (208) 433-3931

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Celebrate our 15th Anniversary Downtown Boise, City Peanut Shop is collaborating with Ruckus Brewing to bring you fabulous Nuts+Beer Pairings and a preview of our new Craters of the Moon, 100th Anniversary and Seasonal 2024 Holiday Tins. Take advantage of this special day's 15% savings on all of our local craft beverages/wines and other products in the store. Special guests RED LIGHT CHALLENGE will visit and add their delightful music to the evening.

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Fancy Pants

825 W Idaho St • (208) 345-3339

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Fancy Pants turns 18! Come celebrate our 18th year with us in style! For 18 years, we have brought the latest and coolest fashion to Boise and November First Thursday will be no different. New items everyday! Open late with shopping, light fare, and refreshments! Thanks to our loyal and supportive family, friends, and customers! We are grateful to be able to do, what we love, for you! xx FP

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House of Wine

1008 W Main St • 208-297-9463

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Celebrate the spirit of the season with us at House of Wine for November First Thursday! This month, get cozy with three COMPLIMENTARY tastes of wonderful wines, chosen by our own wine guide, Kelsey! Enjoy our warm, welcoming atmosphere and raise a glass to the start of the festive season. Join us from 5 pm to 8 pm—no registration needed, just bring your Fall spirit! We can’t wait to toast to a wonderful evening with you!

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Radio Boise

1020 W Main St • 208-258-2072

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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 JEMfriends who support at-risk youth in Boise, Idaho and the surrounding Treasure Valley. They emphasize helping youth who have been impacted by foster care, but other at-risk youth facing significant barriers to independence are also assisted. They strive to meet each young person where they are at, supporting them on their personal path to independence. JEMfriends is a non-profit organization completely funded by the community through donations, grants, businesses, churches, and charity organizations. All donations are tax-deductible. JEMfriends envisions that all at risk youth, including those aging out of foster care, has the opportunities to thrive in a society that understands their adversities and supports them in becoming loving adults.

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Vandal Store

821 W Idaho St • (208) 433-1889

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Celebrate the kick off to Vandal basketball with a FREE "Vandal Hoops" rally towel with any purchase and a free Vandal Basketball Pilsner Glass with any $50 purchase. Open until 8pm.

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