From Boise
From Boise is a weekly newsletter and podcast about life in Boise. Every Tuesday we share a story about a person, place, piece of Boise history, or current local happening. Every Thursday we curate a list of fun things to do over the weekend. Subscribe to our free newsletter at fromboise.com
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Looking for a fun way to ring in 2026? Here’s a big list of parties happening around the valley on Dec 31!
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Things to do in Boise this weekend for NYE:
- Idaho Potato Drop in downtown Boise!
- Kuna New Year Gem Drop
- Star’s New Year’s Eve Star Drop
- New Year’s Eve Silent Disco at Barbarian Brewing
- RAGNAROK: The...
Last minute shopping, movie marathons, holiday music and more!
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Thank you Idaho Lottery for sponsoring this episode! If you need a quick and fun gift this season, check out the Idaho Lottery’s Holiday Scratch Games.
Things to do in Boise this weekend:
- Vintage Vibes Holiday Market at Treefort Music Hall
Is it the jackpot winner… or Idaho schools?
We sat down with the Idaho Lottery to talk about how lottery dollars move through the state, the programs supporting local classrooms, and what most people don’t realize about how the lottery works. From Scratch for Schools to Boise-themed scratcher ideas to the luckiest store in Idaho, this episode goes beyond the numbers and into the impact.
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Looking for something fun, festive, and a little bit different to do this week? Today’s episode is packed with holiday happenings, burlesque Nutcrackers, ramen raves, drunken lectures, a Jane Austen ball, and more.
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Boise has no shortage of creative talent, and today’s guest is proof! Leslie sat down with local artist Tyler Daniel to talk about his project, Shepherd Bridge, his new album and accompanying novel, creative process, and thoughts on our local music scene.
Check out Shepherd Bridge: shepherdbridgeofficial.com
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A quick roundup of Boise’s best holiday happenings this week, plus updates on Boise Discount Cards, our December Plan Ahead Guide, and where we take visitors during the holidays.
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Thank you Boise Bic...
Happy turkey day! If you are looking for things to do to entertain your fam, we’ve got you covered.
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Thank you Idaho Botanical Garden for sponsoring this episode! Winter Garden aGlow kicks off this Friday and will be open through the end of the year. Wander through 850,000 sparkling lights, creative displays, and cozy corner...
This weekend we’ve got the holiday tree lightings kicking off, some fun shopping events, and a scavenger hunt on wheels.
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This episode is sponsored by Idaho Lottery. The Idaho Lottery just released its Holiday Scratch Games, and they are so fun and full of festive surprises, including a game that actually smells like cranberries! See all six Holiday Scratch Games at idaholo...
This weekend we've got some holiday markets, a few fun food/drink events, and a new coffee shop!
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Thank you Wintry Market for sponsoring this episode! Find the perfect holiday gifts for your list (or yourself) at Wintry Market, happening next weekend on Friday, November 21 and Saturday, November 22. Get tickets here!
And just like that, it’s holiday shopping season. We’ve got the scoop on some amazing holiday markets, plus a pie & wine tasting, a yoga event, the Idaho Veterans Parade and more!
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Thank you Wintry Market for sponsoring this episode! Wintry Market is back for its 14th year on Friday, November 21 and Saturday, November 22 at the Boise Centre. Get ticke...
Happy Halloween weekend! We have a few fun Halloween parties to tell you about, and then we move right into the holiday season with winter wines, holiday card workshops and more!
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Thank you Sparklight for sponsoring this episode! Sparklight is keeping Boise connected to what matters most. Learn more at sparklight.com
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It’s spooky season! Get in the spirit with Halloween markets, family-friendly trick-or-treat events, and take a visit to the Old Idaho Pen (which is definitely haunted).
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Pre-order our new Boise Discount Cards!
Thank you Idaho Lottery for sponsoring this episode! The Idaho Lottery’s Money Monster scratch games e...
History tours, new bakery, book sale, harvest dinner and a fun happy hour herb workshop.
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Pre-order a Boise Discount Card
Thank you FNDATN Functional Medicine for sponsoring this episode! Book a free discovery call.
Things to do in Boise:
Thursday, October 16 & Saturday, Oct...
It’s fresh hop season! Get the details on beer drinking, flea market shoppin’ and more.
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Thank you Idaho State Historical Society for sponsoring this episode! Fright Nights are back at the Old Pen on Oct 24-25. Get your tickets here.
Thank youtube the Idaho Lottery for sponsoring this episode! The Idaho Lottery’s new Money Monster scratch games are serving up frighteningly big thrills this m...
Surprise – we have a new podcast host! Meet Leslie Johnson, our new podcast co-host. Leslie will be taking the reins on the Thursday podcast episodes.
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Follow Leslie @leslieejohnson
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Thank you to the McCall Chamber for sponsoring this episode! Take a fully hosted trip to McCall for FREE - more info here.
Thank you to FNDATN Functional Medicine for sponsoring this episode! If you’re ready for a health reset, book a free discovery call with FNDATN.
THINGS TO DO IN BOISE THIS WEEKEND:
Friday, Septemb...
Ok, deep breath, because this weekend is absolutely packed. We've got Hyde Park Street Fair, Old Boise Oktoberfest, art fests in Garden City, Kuna, and Meridian, the annual koi show, free theater, and so. much. more.
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Thank you St. Luke’s FitOne for sponsoring this episode! FitOne is coming up on September 20 – register here!
Fun food things to do this week! A champagne and fried chicken pairing, the Boise Indian Food Festival, a vegan market, and many more ways to soak up the end of summer.
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Thank you Idaho Botanical Garden for sponsoring this episode! Act II of Great Garden Escape starts next week. Check out the schedule here.
Friday...
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Thank you FNDATN Functional Medicine for sponsoring this episode! Book a free discovery call here.
Thursday, August 14 - Saturday, August 16
Friday, August 15 – Sunday, August 17
Friday, August 15 - Next Sunday, August 24
Satu...
What do tap dancing, a pug party, soul food, and the Goonies have in common? They’re all things you can do this weekend in Boise!
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Thank you Tobacco Connection & Big Smoke for sponsoring this episode! Click here to win two tickets to see Glass Animals live on August 15!
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