December
Boise Holiday Parade
Downtown Boise
Welcome the season with festive
floats, marching bands, and an
appearance by Santa Claus.
Eguberriko Azoka (Basque
Christmas Market)
Celebrate Basque culture with unique
gifts, food, and festive activities in the
Basque Block.
Christmas at the Kuna Castle
Kuna, Idaho
Spend a magical day at Kuna Castle
enjoying Santa, princesses, hayrides,
vendors, and more.
Glide on Grove Ice Skating
The Grove Plaza
In downtown Boise you’ll find a free
ice skating rink encompassing the
city’s holiday tree, offering free skate
rentals and fun for all ages.
Breakfast with Santa
at Zoo Boise
Families can enjoy breakfast and meet
Santa Claus in the unique setting of
the zoo.
The Nutcracker
The Morrison Center
Each holiday season, Ballet Idaho and
the Boise Philharmonic present The
Nutcracker featuring Tchaikovsky’s
score, 90 academy children, and the
Ballet Idaho company.
Idaho Potato Drop
Downtown Boise
A nationally recognized New Years Eve
event in Downtown Boise, features the
popular “GlowTato” drop, fireworks,
live music, ski exhibitions, local food,
and a heated VIP tent, all supporting
local charities.
Winter Garden aGlow at the Idaho Botanical Garden
Featuring over 850,000 lights across 10 acres, the garden transforms
into a stunning holiday wonderland.
Winter Wonderland at Indian Creek
Celebrate the season with over a million lights illuminating Indian
Creek in Caldwell. Enjoy ice skating, visits with Santa, and local vendor
shopping from mid-November to early January.
Scentsy Commons Meridian, Idaho
Over 900,000 lights, a 250-foot light tunnel, and a 75-foot Christmas
tree, this free holiday experience is open nightly through mid-January.
Santa’s Village
The Village in Meridian becomes a festive winter destination with a
tree lighting, Santa’s village, and an ice skating rink, from November
to January.
Downtown Christmas Tree & Glide On The Grove
The Downtown Boise Christmas Tree Lighting kicks off the holiday
season with a 35-foot tree and a free seasonal skating experience.
Sparkle Season: The Treasure Valley’s
Holiday Destinations
Holiday Parades and Tree Lightings
Downtown Boise Holiday Tree Lighting in the Grove Plaza
Eagle Country Christmas Tree Lighting at Eagle City Hall
Caldwell Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
Kuna Down Home Country Christmas Tree lighting and
Night Light Parade
Emmett Holiday Magic on Main Tree Lighting and
Parade at Bowman Family Park
Nampa Christmas Tree Lighting at the Nampa
Train Depot
Meridian Winter Lights Parade and Tree Lighting
in downtown Meridian.
Scentsy Commons