The holiday season in the Treasure Valley is a sight to behold! Downtown Boise puts up several lights throughout the city streets, there are a number of large light displays, and plenty of opportunities to see Santa and Mrs. Claus. From young kids to adults, there’s always an event for everyone.
Light Displays
Christmas in Color
Location: Expo Idaho | 5610 N. Glenwood St. | Garden City
Date: starts November 20th | 5:30 – 10:30 pm
A mile long electric extravaganza! Immerse yourself in holiday cheer as you drive-through and watch in awe as 1.5 million lights dance around you to some of your favorite holiday music. Tickets can be reserved online and start at $30 per car. Dates are available on their website.
Scentsy Commons Christmas Lights
Location: Scentsy Commons | Meridian
Date: starts November 13th | lights on sunset to sunrise
Come enjoy over 450 trees that have been wrapped in 43 miles of lights along with a popular light tunnel. New in 2020 is a 75-foot tall light-up Christmas tree. Social distancing and mask wearing is encourage, but please note Scentsy commons is all outdoors.
Indian Creek Plaza
Location: Indian Creek Plaza | Corner of Kimball Ave & Arthur St. | Caldwell
Date: opening weekend is November 20-22 | 6:00 -10:00 pm
Come enjoy one of the Treasure Valley’s most incredible light displays! This Winter Wonderland boasts over a million holiday lights along with yummy treats, vendors, and more. Indian Creek Plaza will also be opening the Ice Ribbon & Rink this year with limited skaters and sanitizing measures.
Winter Garden aGlow
Location: Idaho Botanical Garden | 2355 Old Penitentiary Road | Boise
Date: Wednesday – Sunday starting Thanksgiving Day through December 27th
Enjoy the holiday season as the Botanical Garden is transformed into a beautiful light show. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available and the kids can even send Santa a postcard! Check out the express model train and wander through the coolest tunnel of lights in Boise. Snacks and warm drinks will be available from local vendors. To ensure the health and safety of guests this year, timed ticketing will be in effect and tickets must be purchased in advance.
Holiday Markets
Idaho Bright Lights Festival
Location: Ford Idaho Center | 16200 Idaho Center Blvd. | Nampa
Date: 5:00 – 10:00 pm Thursday – Saturday | starting November 20 and running through January 1
Come enjoy this social distant winter market packed with local artists, vendors, Santa, and a dazzling light display. Each weekend will feature different experiences, activities, and vendors. Shake off those 2020 blues by browsing through this winter wonderland filled with scavenger hunts, music, warm food and drinks, fun photo ops, and more.
Eagle Country Christmas
Location: Heritage Park | Eagle
Date: December 5th from 1:00 – 6:00 pm
Celebrate Christmas with small-town charm! Eagle Country Christmas is a holiday market with so much to offer. Take a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy a carriage ride through downtown Eagle, listen to local choirs and live bands, and the kids activity section. The grand finale of the Eagle Country Christmas market will be the tree lighting ceremony at 5:30 pm.
Weihnachtsmarkt
Location: Powderhaus Brewing Company | 9719 W Chinden Blvd. | Garden City
Date: November 28th from 12:00 – 9:00 pm
This annual Christmas market hosted by Powderhaus Brewing will be an indoor/outdoor event this year. Come enjoy some of Powderhaus’ beer while shopping local vendors, eating delicious food, and traditional gluhwein.
Events
Christmas Comedy Show
Location: The Creative Space | 121 E 34th Street | Garden City
Date: December 12th from 6:30 – 7:45 pm
Join Recycled Minds Comedy for a magical night of Christmas improv comedy with a special appearance by Santa. There is an early show at 6:30pm and a late show at 8:15 pm. Tickets are $12 online or $15 at the door (kids 5-12 years old are $5). Bring the kiddos over early between 1-3pm for a private picture with Santa. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Celebrate the holidays with family, friends, and laughter!
Christmas Tea at the Train Depot
Location: The Nampa Train Depot | 1200 Front Street | Nampa
Date: December 5th & 6th at 9:00 am, 12:00 pm, or 3:00 pm
Come enjoy an old fashion tea party featuring two themed days. Saturday, December 5th is Victorian themed while Sunday, December 6th is mid-century themed. Guests will enjoy yummy goodies and a variety of tea flavors while music is played by entertainers. Masks will be required when not seated your table and availability has been decreased to 25% of available attendees.
Kid Oriented
Christmas Pony Party
Location: Pine Hollow Ranch | 2170 Waterwheel Rd. | Emmett
Date: December 5th 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Enjoy a good ole fashion time in the stables and indoor areas with Santa! Photo ops in Santa’s sleigh will be available. Come see the ponies, Zebra, and other farm animals while enjoying hot cocoa, cookies, and fun activities. Admission is $8 at the gate.
Visit with Santa
Location: Indian Creek Plaza | corner of Kimball Ave & Arthur St. | Caldwell
Date: starts November 27th 6:30-8:30 pm
Visit Santa and snap a photo in his sleigh! Mr. & Mrs. Claus will be available every Friday night. Once you’ve taken your photo, head over to the ice rink for some skating! Hand sanitizing stations are available and social distancing is encouraged.
If you’re ready to call the Treasure Valley home, schedule a no obligation buyer consult with Realtor and owner, Gabriel Gutierrez.
