May 29 Friday
This ongoing class is designed for entry-level and experienced students alike, looking for more practice time on the pottery wheel. Experienced clay instructor, Casey Gurr, will offer guided, small-group instruction for anyone interested in learning the basics of throwing on the pottery wheel. More advanced students are welcome to use this time to practice what they already know and try new tricks! After creating about 1-3 pieces, we will dry and fire their pieces for them. Most pieces are ready for pickup in 2-3 weeks.
Improv comedy comes to Zoo Boise for a wildly funny evening! Comedians and performers will have you laughing with an animal-themed show completely made up on the spot from your suggestions. Expect PG-13 comedy. Beer, wine, and food will be available for purchase. Sponsored by St. Luke's Health Plan.
Step into the wild side of Idaho at Museum After Dark: Taps & Traps, our rugged 21+ evening where the mountains meet adventure. Join us in our galleries turned wilderness-lab as you navigate interactive survival stations, learn the lore of fur-trapping in Idaho, and test your knowledge of mountain-life skills. Sip local brews and see if you’ve got what it takes to live off the land. Stay tuned for more information!
Step into the wild side of Idaho at Museum After Dark: Taps & Traps—a rugged 21+ evening where the mountains meet adventure.
Enjoy live music and explore our galleries transformed into a hands-on wilderness lab as you navigate interactive survival stations, discover the history of fur trapping in Idaho, and put your mountain-life skills to the test.
Earn a wilderness badge at each station for a chance to win a raffle prize, sip on local brews, and see if you’ve got what it takes to live off the land. Food and drink will be available for purchase.
ISHS members are $27, and non-members are $32. Tickets include one drink ticket.
Learn more and register at history.idaho.gov/events!
Doors at 6:00 PMShow Starts at 7:00 PM
Step back in time and into the golden glow of the Grand Ole Opry as Rebecca Pearce takes the stage for a heartfelt celebration of one of country music’s most beloved voices — Patsy Cline. With her rich, soulful vocals, this tribute show brings to life the timeless songs that made Patsy a legend: from “Walkin’ After Midnight” and “I Fall to Pieces” to “Crazy” and beyond.
May 30 Saturday
Plein Air Painters of Idaho presents their first Virtual Art show featuring artist from across the state of Idaho. The show was juried and awards were given. Some of the art is for sale by the artists.
We are so thrilled to announce our returning to Lloyd Square Park in the heart of Downtown Nampa for the 37th season at the multi-award winning Nampa Farmers Market! EverySaturday from 9am until 130pm, Rain or Shine, april through November, we'll be here to bring you the best music, the best local produce, and the best locally made goods the Treasure Valley has to offer! With over 270 vendors on our roster in 2025, and Online Ordering Year Round, we anticipate our 2026 season to bring even more incredible local artisans, food vendors, craft vendors, farmers, or ranchers. Our Soft Opening is April 4, Grand Opening is April 18, and we'll be open later hours duing our WInter Wonderland for the entire month of November. Be sure to check out all the goodness that the Treasure Valley has to offer! This is our Happy Place! Head to nampafarmersmarket.com and check it out today!
Join us for WalkAbout Boise — a 1.5-hour guided walking tour through 150 years of history and architecture. Let us introduce you to the built environment that makes downtown Boise like no other place. This tour is great for visitors and for Idaho residents who want to learn more about how Boise's vibrant downtown developed and the people who made it happen. *Please register online or by phone. We meet at the bench in front of the Basque Museum. These walking tours will be held rain or shine, so please plan and dress accordingly with comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, an umbrella if needed for sun or rain, and a bottle of water. They will start promptly at 10 am and end around 11:30 pm, beginning and ending in front of the Basque Museum on Grove Street downtown Boise. Walking Tour highlights include: -Downtown's evolution from gold rush boomtown, through urban renewal decline, and 21st century revitalization -The oldest and newest buildings downtown, spanning 150 years of construction -Buildings associated with Boise’s historic Basque, German, Jewish, and Chinese communities -The Idaho State Capitol and Boise City Hall -Buildings designed by early pioneers and nationally known master architects -The Egyptian Theater
Step into Boise's rich history with WalkAbout Boise! Join Preservation Idaho every Saturday in downtown Boise for an approximately 90-minute guided walking tour through 150 years of history and architecture. Let us introduce you to the built environment that makes downtown Boise like no other place.
Explore the heart of Idaho's capital city through captivating stories, iconic landmarks, and hidden gems. Join Preservation Idaho’s experienced docents for a 90-minute guided tour through 150 years of history and architecture. They will introduce you to the built environment that makes downtown Boise like no other place.
From Basque sheepherders to political power players and local sandstone to Egyptian hieroglyphs, this tour makes Boise history come alive.
Tours take place every Saturday at 10 AM, starting on May 18th and continuing through November 23rd, beginning and ending in front of the Basque Museum and Cultural Center on Grove Street in downtown Boise.
Tickets: Purchase your tickets in advance online at https://ci.ovationtix.com/34774/production/1197256 and by clicking on your desired date on the event calendar or by calling (208) 424-5111. Walk-ups the day of are welcome if there is room (exact cash or check only).
Cost: $10 for Preservation Idaho members, $15 for non-members, $8 for children 13 and under (credit card processing fees apply).
Member discount: If you are a member of Preservation Idaho and wish to take advantage of a $5 member discount, LOGIN to your online membership account to purchase tickets or email us at kellie@preservationidaho.org.
Tour details: These walking tours will be held rain or shine, so please plan and dress accordingly with comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, an umbrella if needed for sun or rain, and a bottle of water. Tours will start promptly at 10 AM and end around 11:30 AM.
WalkAbout Boise tours are sponsored by Visit Boise and Visit Idaho.
Join us again for the Access to Justice FUND Run/Walk benefitting the Access to Justice Idaho campaign! The Access to Justice Idaho campaign raises funds for the three main providers of free civil legal services to poor and vulnerable Idahoans: DisAbility Rights Idaho, Idaho Legal Aid Services, and Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program.
In 2025 we had 334 Total Participants and raised $20,550.Learned Foot Largest Team Trophy: Idaho Supreme Court – 44 entries
Bring your friends, family, and your dogs with you to participate in this event in Idaho's beautiful outdoors. Register as a team and compete for the Learned Foot traveling trophy awarded to the biggest team!