Community Calendar

The Bailey Glasser Boise Twilight Criterium, celebrating 39 consecutive years of crit racing in Boise, is excited to welcome thousands of racers and spectators to downtown Boise on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Presented by Lactalis, the longstanding Bailey Glasser Boise Twilight Criterium is proud to be part of the American Criterium Cup (ACC) series, which brings together the fastest riders and teams in the country (and beyond) to compete for a combined series purse split evenly between women’s and men’s fields.

The ACC highlights the top 6 iconic criterium races through 6 different states in the US.

In addition to a day of men’s and women’s professional cycling road races, local fans can expect an enhanced ICCU FAN EXPO park opening at 1:00pm, with a local and regional beverage garden, vendors, food trucks, activities, and the best view of the races!

Back this year prior to the Opening Ceremony – join us in a one-mile fun run on the course, benefitting Girls On The Run (pre-registration required).

Learn more about both of these opportunities on the specific drop downs under ‘event details’.

The full day of racing will begin at 11:00am with the family favorite Kids’ Ride, fueled by Lactalis. The ride starts in front of the Idaho State Capitol and follows the same course that professionals, Olympians, and Paralympians race on. (Registration opening soon)

Schedule (subject to change slightly, so check the website)
10:00am: Kids Ride Registration Opens
11:00am: Kids Ride, Fueled by Lactalis
12:15pm: Junior Race
1:00pm: ICCU Fan Expo Opens
1:00pm: Cat 4/Novice
2:00pm: Masters 35+ Cat 1/2/3
3:00pm: Women 3/4
3:45pm: Men 2/3
4:00pm: Twilight Criterium VIP tent opens
5:15pm: Girls on the Run 1 Mile Run
5:45pm: OPENING CEREMONY
6:15pm: Womens Pro 1/2
7:45pm: Mens Pro 1/2
9:10pm: Awards Ceremony

*Please note: all crosswalks will be CLOSED THE LAST 25 MINUTES OF THE MEN’S PRO RACE. Join the Locked-out Lounge located outside corner 1!

Sip, Stretch, and Unwind with Free Yoga on the Lawn
Every Saturday starting July 11th!

Start your weekend with a breath of fresh mountain air and a free, all-levels yoga session on the lawn. After your flow, kick back with a drink on Smoky’s deck and enjoy live music from 1–3 PM.

Yoga is open to all ages and abilities. Guests 21+ can enjoy lawn bar service delivered directly to their mat!

Breathe in the fresh alpine air and unleash your creativity at our monthly summer Paint & Sip series! Join us one Sunday each month for a relaxing 90-minute watercolor class, led by Rachel Morton, where you’ll create your own hand-painted postcards.

Inspired by the timeless tradition of sending postcards from your travels, this class lets you capture the beauty of the mountains in your own artwork & have a unique keepsake to share with loved ones or treasure for yourself.

Check in at Guest Services after 11:30, grab you canned cocktail from Base Camp Coffee & head up the chair. Class starts at the summit at 12:00 pm.

Cost: $50 | All Art supplies, a scenic chairlift ride & one canned cocktail to help inspire you! (RFID card not included) Must Register in advance.

Class Dates

July 12

August 16

August 30

Created by Idaho National Laboratory and guided by Girl Scout Staff and Volunteers, the STEM Scholars Engineering Design Camp invites youth to become engineers for four action-packed days of building, designing, testing, and dreaming big.

Date and Time: On Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:00 - Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:00

Venue details: The Creative Space, 121 East 34th Street, Garden City, Idaho, 83714, United States

Category: Community | Summer Camp

Price: Registration Fee: USD 50.00

Looking for fun things to do in Meridian? Don’t miss the Meridian Monday Night Market at Storey Park, located at 205 E Franklin Road, Meridian, Idaho 83642. Happening every Monday from June 1 through October 5, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, this popular community event is one of the must-visit events in Meridian. Enjoy a lively, family-friendly atmosphere featuring fresh local produce, handcrafted artisan goods, baked treats, refreshing beverages, food trucks, and live entertainment. With convenient access to picnic shelters, a playground, restrooms, and plenty of open space, the market is the perfect place to relax, shop local, and enjoy an evening out with friends and family. Experience the best of Meridian’s local culture, food, and community spirit every Monday night at Storey Park!

The Meridian Monday Night Market is a family-friendly event happening weekly over the summer from June 1st through October 5th (excluding Labor Day) from 4pm-9pm at Storey Park.
The market boasts Idaho farms ready to provide all your grocery needs, as well as a variety of dinner, dessert, and drink options.
Bring the whole family and stay to shop local small businesses, enjoy our happy half hours, and enter to win raffle prizes.
With live music and over 75 vendors to shop from, Monday's are perfect at the park!

This is Story Story Late-Night, the positively shameless black sheep of our Story Story Night family where you hear bleep worthy stories on the theme ROAD TRiP: Stories of the Journey. Our show intermixes curated stories with a community storyslam, that's you- come with your 5-minute story and enter your name for the chance to share.

Hosted by Alisha Donahue

Music by Jordan Gore

Featuring:

Ben Hess- 480 miles of heartbreak

Taylor Utt- Lost keys, deep water and the tow truck from hell

Chad Estes- lessons learned on the Camino

Beer & Wine available for purchase from Alliteration Ales. NA drinks available for purchase from Free Spirits Beverage Company.

Show is intended for adults only.

Please bring blanket or low backed chairs for seating.

Doors open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm.

This show is available as part of our Story Subscriber package.

Sponsored by Free Spirits Beverage Company.

We are excited to present a new music series for downtown Meridian in 2026! Meridian's Main Street Mix will feature six Wednesday afterwork concerts in Generations Plaza, located at 804 N Main Street in downtown Meridian. Each of the concerts are free to attend, and run from 5:30 - 7:30 PM.

Dates:
Wednesday, July 8 - Cross Country
Wednesday, July 15 - Bread & Circus
Wednesday, July 22 - Various Lazy
Wednesday, July 29 - Emily & The Tiptones
Wednesday, August 5 - Poverty Flats
Wednesday, August 12 - Charlie & The Changelings

Time:
5:30 - 7:30 pm

Location:
Generations Plaza (804 N Main St, Meridian, ID 83642)

Attendees are encouraged to bring folding chairs or lawn blankets. Food and drinks are available at nearby downtown restaurants.

Meridian's Main Street Mix in 2026 is a presentation of the Meridian Arts Commission with sponsorship support from the Loose Screw Beer, Truffles Etc, Meridian Development Corporation, All American Insurance, and the Meridian Chamber of Commerce.

Poetry Open Mic Night with Raising Our Voices
Wednesday, July 15th, 6:00pm
Join us for an open mic night with Raising Our Voices, a local poetry group that hosts monthly gatherings around the Treasure Valley. They will facilitate creative writing exercises and give space for community members to share their artistic musings in whatever art form speaks to them. Whether it be poetry, music, or drawing, we invite you to be a part of this night of creativity!

Learn the ins and outs of throwing on the wheel, or use your registration to utilize our space and resources. Perfect for beginner, intermediate, and advanced potters alike. Even if you don't need guidance, there will be a Cat Clay staff member available in all sessions to provide support and answer questions!