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.
Capitol Contemporary Gallery
451 S Capitol Blvd • 208-384-9159
Art
Capitol Contemporary Gallery is pleased to present its February exhibition featuring paintings by JanyRae Seda and Easton Soule, along with sculpture and jewelry by Evan Senderowicz. Seda’s vibrant, richly textured paintings celebrate colorful landscapes, while Soule’s silver gelatin prints—created using traditional darkroom techniques—offer a compelling view of the natural world. Senderowicz presents sculptural works alongside wearable jewelry.
Join us for the opening reception on Thursday, February 5, from 5:00–9:00 PM. Meet the artists, enjoy a glass of wine courtesy of Vizcaya, and experience this dynamic new exhibition.
The event is free and open to the public. The exhibition will be on view through February 28.
JUMP (Jack's Urban Meeting Place)
1000 Myrtle St • (208) 639-6610
Food & Beverage Activity
Join FARE Idaho in kicking off the 2026 Field to Fork Festival with a two part hands-on culinary experience featuring Chef Kelly Grindstaff! Two back to back chef led classes where you will both learn and sample, taking away great new skills and an appreciation for local food!
Learn more about the Field to Fork Festival and how you can support Idaho's food system the following week!
JUMP will have a beer/wine bar available for 21+ attendees.
JUMP (Jack's Urban Meeting Place)
1000 Myrtle St • (208) 639-6610
Art
As part of the City of Boise’s America 250 commemoration, Boise Contemporary Theater is performing a staged reading of Heidi Schreck’s acclaimed Broadway hit "What the Constitution Means to Me" at JUMP on Thursday, February 5, at 6:30 p.m.
This powerful and often funny piece explores the Constitution through the eyes of four generations of women, blending personal storytelling with big questions about history, rights, and democracy. The event features a local cast including Jessica Ires Morris, David Cowan, and Carnessa Lynn.
Recommended for ages 14+. American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation provided.
It’s free to attend (first come, first served)! Drinks and small bites for purchase starting at 5 p.m.
For a full schedule of city-sponsored America 250 events, visit cityofboise.org/America250.
Leku Ona
117 S 6th St • (208) 345-6665
Food & Beverage
$3 off Croquettes
$3 off Bravas
$3 off Stuffed Peppers
$3 Charcuterie Board
$2 off Draft Beer
$2 off Wine
$2 off House Cocktails
Art Source Gallery
1516 Grove St • 208-331-3374
Art Shop Music Food & Beverage Kid-Friendly Activity
First Thursday: Opening Reception of “Echos of Service” at Art Source Gallery
Echoes of Service is a juried art exhibition honoring the creativity, resilience and voices of U.S. military Veterans participating in the Idaho VA Veterans’ Creative Arts Collective. Hosted by Art Source Gallery, the exhibition features two- and three-dimensional works that explore art as expression, healing and connection.
On view Feb. 2–28, 2026, at Art Source Gallery, 1516 Grove St. A public opening reception and recognition ceremony will be held on First Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026 from 5:00-9:00 PM. There will be live music, snacks and a chance to meet the artists.
Justin W John, Artist + Designer
928 W Main St • (208)794-1194
Art Activity
Wisdom College for Creativity & Design offers industry-focused programs in Fashion Design, Interior Design, Textile Design, and more—empowering students with creativity, skills, and hands-on experience to lead in the design world.
Voodoo Cellar Boise
200 N Capitol Blvd • 2089180881
Food & Beverage
$5 Craft Beer Flights Every First Thursday!
Curbside Books: Trolley Gallery
816 W Bannock St • (208) 385-7300
Art Kid-Friendly Activity
Curbside Books is rolling into First Thursday with a micro art gallery inside a restored trolley, featuring a new local artist each month. Step inside for a fun art stop in downtown Boise.
February's artist: Jessica Evett
Jessica Evett is a local linocut artist. Her playful approach to traditional block printing methods and collage provides unique, handmade artwork with character that fits with any budget. If you aren't exactly sure what goes into a linocut print, Evett will be there with an array of hand-carved Valentine Day stamps/blocks and prints ranging from the thoughtful to slightly snarky. Print your own card or pick up a pre-made print for your sweetheart (even if that's just you)! The trolley will hold a variety of Evett's editioned prints, collage panels, bookmarks, cards, and textiles that make thoughtful gifts for any time of year. Or just swing by to view local art and see how the Trolley Gallery experience rolls.
Look for the trolley Thursday, February 5th, on Bannock between 8th and 9th from 5pm - 9pm
Lenses & Brushes
404 S 8TH ST, L100 • 2085902612
Art Shop Activity
First Thursday | Featured Photographer Opening
Thursday, February 5 | 5–8 PM
Join us for our February First Thursday as we celebrate our first Featured Photographer, Jerry Miller.
Eight selected works will be on display in the lower level lobby from February 1–21, showcasing Jerry’s unique photographic vision and craftsmanship.
Stop by for an evening of art, conversation, and community. Meet the artist, explore the work, and experience photography as a shared creative language.
Lenses & Brushes – Lower Level Lobby
Exhibition Dates: February 1–21
Opening Reception: February 5, 5–8 PM
Wok N' Roll
345 South 8th Street •
Food & Beverage
Join us for our "I'm Fine" hour, aka Happy Hour!
$3, $6, $9 food and drink specials from 3-8pm.
Rediscovered Books - Boise
1576 W Grove • (208) 376-4229
Art Shop Activity
Build Your Own Blind Date with a Book!
Looking for something special for that special someone? We can help you out! Pick out a book, puzzle, or other items as a gift from Rediscovered Books and then you can zhuzz it up for a one-of-a-kind present. We will have lots of fun add-ons for your special someone to let them know how much you care.
We will provide supplies, any needed advice, and work space!
Idaho Art Gallery
702 W Idaho St • (208) 733-4134
Art Shop Activity
Opening Reception: PORTALS by Scott Blaser
702 W Idaho St #105 – Idaho Art Gallery
Join us for the opening reception of PORTALS, a solo exhibition by abstract artist Scott Blaser on Thursday, February 05 from 5-9PM at IAG Boise!
This compelling body of work explores the relationship between line and color as points of entry between control and chance, intuition and material process. Using handmade acrylic paints created from raw pigments, Blaser builds layered, dimensional surfaces inspired by natural systems, movement, and transformation. Mark your calendars to experience this new exhibition, meet the artist, and spend the evening immersed in thoughtful abstraction and conversation.
Blaser’s work has been shown in solo and group exhibitions in the United States and Europe, including presentations in London and across the Intermountain West. His practice is rooted in decades of material exploration and international study, with a focus on process-driven abstraction that emphasizes depth, spatial tension, and the physical origins of color.
Alongside Blaser’s solo exhibition, explore our current open-theme group show featuring 15+ local and national artists. This evolving exhibition is refreshed regularly, with new work added and selections rotated throughout the month—offering a dynamic mix of styles, media, and perspectives.
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 adding something special to your own collection.
Join us for art, conversation, and community in the heart of downtown Boise. We’d love to celebrate with you.
Stretch Zone Boise
112 S 6th St • 208-906-1357
Activity
Stop by Stretch Zone this 1st Thursday for a free stretch and feel the difference assisted stretching can make!
Lee's Candies
805 w Bannock •
Shop Food & Beverage Kid-Friendly
Don't forget to stop by Lee's Candies this first Thursday! We will be having some fun deals and prizes for you guys including:
-A raffle where we will have 3 winners
~1st. 1 Free date night candy making class
~2nd. 1.3lb Heart box
~3rd. 17pc Valentines Day box
-Ways to get raffle tickets
~Make any purchase
~Take a photo at our Valentine's Day backdrop post and tag us
~Or purchase one for 1.00/ea
-Bring you partner get 20% off!
-Prize wheel
~Spin with purchase
~ Guaranteed win
-Free samples
Don't forget to get your loved one a little something for Valentine's Day it just around the corner. Come check out what we have to offer!
Trillium Restaurant
245 S Capitol Blvd • 208-333-8002
Food & Beverage
Join us every First Thursday in Downtown Boise to experience Live Jazz performed by The Ohadi Trio inside the lobby of The Grove Hotel from 6pm-8pm!
Hemlock
500 S Capitol Blvd •
Food & Beverage Activity
Join us at the bar from 3–6 PM.
Indulge in:
Boise’s Best Burger.
Steak skewers. Oyster shooters. Gaucho meatballs.
Duck-fat potatoes. Fries. Marinated olives.
$7 drafts.
$9 select wines.
$10 classic cocktails.
Two Hemlock Happy Hour rituals to get the most of First Thursdays:
Hemlock Happy Meal
Haute Girl Dinner
Outdoor Exchange
1405 W. Grove Street • 208-297-7002
Shop Food & Beverage Activity
Outdoor Exchange is rolling out its first Beer and Beta event. This months presentation will be from Avalanche Science Guides. Come learn about avalanche safety, backcountry protocol, and get to talk with outdoor enthusiasts and professionals.
Chi E Shenam Westin Art
1020 Main St • 208-440-2107
Art Music
A full year of paintings featuring plein air from Kathryn Albertson Park. This collection of paintings were created between April and October of 2025! We have small 8x10 paintings up to 24x30 inch paintings in oil. Two 18" x 24" oil on canvas plein air paintings from Eagle Extreme Plein Air.
Featured Guest Artist: Art Photography by Sri Galindo. Photography has always been her passion. She loves finding things extraordinary that are seemingly insignificant. She overlays her photographs to make complimentary and contrasting exposures. Her photography is all about how it makes you feel. She hopes that these new pieces make the viewer feel something very special.
Swing by and say hello and enjoy live music from John Ceccarelli!
Complimentary portraits downstairs with Allen Ansel.
Meriwether Cider House
224 N 9th St • (208)972-6725
Art Food & Beverage Activity
Get crafty this First Thursday and make your own Valentine’s Day cards! We’ll have supplies on hand to help you create something heartfelt, funny, or a little quirky. Grab a cider, get creative, and spread the love!