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.
Liquid Lounge
405 S 8th St • (208) 287-5379
Art Shop Music Food & Beverage Activity
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. We have tons of games and we are priced affordably for fun!
Idaho Art Gallery
702 W Idaho St • (208) 733-4134
Art Shop Activity
Artist Reception: Impressions of Place by Michelle Nixon
702 W Idaho St #105 – Idaho Art Gallery
Join us for an evening celebrating Michelle Nixon’s solo exhibition, Impressions of Place—a breathtaking body of work by the nationally recognized Utah watercolor artist whose practice has earned museum features, major awards, and multiple national honors.
Nixon’s work has been exhibited in Watercolor USA, the National Watercolor Society International Open, the American Watercolor Society International Exhibition, and the Springville Museum of Art. She holds Signature Status with the National Watercolor Society, Western Federation of Watercolor Societies, and Utah Watercolor Society, and has received top awards in premier plein air competitions across the Mountain West.
Alongside this solo exhibition, explore our open-theme group show featuring 15+ local and national artists, showcasing a wide range of styles, mediums, and fresh perspectives.
While you’re here, don’t miss our curated gift shop, filled with small-format artworks, original pieces, and locally made artisanal goods—perfect for thoughtful holiday gifting or adding something special to your home.
Join us for art, conversation, and community in the heart of downtown Boise. We’d love to celebrate with you!
Solid Grill & Bar
405 S 8th St • (208) 345-6620
Art Shop Music Food & Beverage Kid-Friendly Activity
SOLID GRILL & BAR has MUSIC, HAPPY HOURS from 4-6 & 10-MIDNIGHT! 1/2 off Draft Beers & Well Drinks, $2 off all wines by the glass, and $1 off all Appetizers! We have art hanging by the great American Painter Norman Nelson hanging! Come check it and us out :)