Your Guide to Outdoor Summer Concerts

Photo credit to Kaija Zoller. One of the best parts of summer is the magic of outdoor concerts. As the sun sets, the stage comes alive against a backdrop of vibrant sunset colors and warm summer air. Boise, Idaho has no shortage of venues that celebrate the joy of gathering under open skies, surrounded by music and the beauty of twilight. Check out this list of outdoor concerts this season, and get ready to dance and sing your way through the summer!   Outlaw Field: Photo credit to Raino Zoller.  Located by the Old Idaho Penitentiary and the Idaho Botanical Gardens, Outlaw Field is a wide-open grassy, park-like setting with a backdrop of the foothills that is the perfect setting for a summer concert. Guests are welcome to bring blankets or a low-back chair to sit on while enjoying the show. With nearby access to the Greenbelt, this venue is easy to bike or walk to from various neighborhoods around Downtown Boise. The concert lineup at Outlaw Field for this summer includes: Jon Batiste - June 6th Nora Jones - July 26th  Billy Currington - August 9th Sierra Ferrel - August 14th Mt. Joy - August 15th See full calendar here.     Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater: Photo Credit to Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater. With reserved and grass general admission seating, the Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater is a beautiful outdoor venue located in Nampa, Idaho. The stage is surrounded by a slight grassy hill on all sides, allowing everyone a good view of the show. Blankets or low-back chairs are allowed for GA tickets at some concerts. The Ford Idaho Center brings in some bigger names, with the concert lineup for this summer including: Jordan Davis - June 7th. Whiskey Myers - June 15th. Sam Hunt - June 30th. Kenny Chesney - July 11th. Neil Young - July 28th. Luke Bryan - August 2nd. Koe Wetzel - August 8th Willie Nelson & Family - August 7th Flatland Cavalry & Trampled by Turtles - August 10th Tyler Childers - August 21st Jelly Roll - August 28th See full calendar here.     Albertson’s Boise Open Concerts: Photo credit to KIVI. The Albertson’s Boise Open is a three-day golf tournament held at Hillcrest Country Club from August 22nd to 25th. Part of this exciting event is three nights of live music after the golf is over for the day. These concerts take place on the 18th Fairway at Hillcrest and are GA/standing-room only. Tickets sell out quickly for these concerts so grab yours today! The artists playing are listed below: Jon Pardi - August 22nd Daryl Hall - August 23rd Goo Goo Dolls - August 24th Get tickets here.     Boise Music Festival: Photo Credit to Boise Music Festival. As Idaho’s largest one-day music festival, Boise Music Festival provides a full day of entertainment and family fun. It is taking place at Expo Idaho on June 22nd this year from 10 am to 10 pm, and there are multiple ticket options including GA, Pit Pass, and the Cool Zone (an exclusive, adults-only, tented area). The lineup for Boise Music Festival this year includes:  Jason Derulo Dustin Lynch Ceelo Green Bryan Martin Get tickets here.     FREE Outdoor Concerts: Alive After Five. Boise's longest-running, all-ages, FREE outdoor summer concert series produced annually by the Downtown Boise Foundation. It takes place in the Grove Plaza in downtown Boise, Idaho on select Wednesdays through June and July from 5-8pm, with a mix of nationally and internationally touring artists and local talent. The 2024 lineup is yet to be announced.   Green Acres Food Truck Park. Tucked away on the Boise Greenbelt right by Payette Brewing Co., Green Acres offers local food trucks, drinks, and live music in a relaxed park setting. It is family-friendly and dog-friendly with plenty of yard games to keep everyone entertained. They are typically open from 11 am to 8 pm, but check the daily schedule before you go for more details!   Neighborhood Concerts. The Neighborhood concert series is put on by the Morrison Center with the goal of making live music more accessible. They offer free pop-up concerts in parks around Boise with food trucks, vendors, and beer from Lost Grove Brewing. The summer schedule includes 6 concerts and can be found here.

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5 Events in Boise & Beyond - May 10th - 12th

Photo Credit: FamVeld   5 Events in Boise & Beyond 1. Boise Music Week - Cinderella Where: Morrison Center When: Saturday, May 11 Time: Times Vary EVENT DETAILS HERE   2. Build a Bouquet at the Bloom Bar Where: The Village in Meridian When: Saturday & Sunday Time: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM EVENT DETAILS HERE   3. Roaring Springs Opening Day Where: 400 W Overland Road When: Saturday, May 11th Time: 11:00 AM EVENT DETAILS HERE   4. Mother’s Day at Payette Brewing Where: 733 S Pioneer Street When: Sunday, May 12th Time: 11:00 AM EVENT DETAILS HERE   5. Mother’s Day Brunch at Telaya Where: 240 E 32nd Street When: Sunday, May 12th Time: 11:00 AM EVENT DETAILS HERE    

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Top Golf Courses in the Treasure Valley

Photo Credit: Unsplash With balmy summers and pleasant fall and spring seasons, the Treasure Valley is a golfer’s delight. Home to a multitude of courses to choose from, both public and private, there is something in the Treasure Valley for everyone whether you are swinging your first strokes or shooting par every round.   Hillcrest Country Club: 4610 W Hillcrest Dr, Boise, ID 83705Photo Credit: Unsplash The cream of the crop in the Treasure Valley, Hillcrest’s golf course is overseen by PGA professional Brett Kleinkopf and has been host to the Boise Open, a professional golf tournament, since 1990. Hillcrest offers year-round access to the private course which features a slope of 130 and a green speed between 10.0 and 11.0. This challenging course has a par of 71, and Hillcrest offers an expansive practice area with 2 putting greens and an 80-yard short game facility to get your game up to snuff before hitting the course.   Crane Creek Country Club: 500 W Curling Dr, Boise, ID 83702 Photo Credit: Unsplash Recently redesigned in 2017, Crane Creek Country Club’s course features tight fairways, fast greens, and a challenging canyon that winds through the back 9. This private course sits in the Boise Foothills and prides itself on its turf conditions and expertly manicured features. Some of the best players in the Boise Valley play here, including the Boise State University golf team. This course is the perfect place to take a step back from the hustle of day-to-day life, enjoy the wildlife and natural surroundings, and work on your game.    The Club at Spurwing: 6800 Spurwing Wy N, Meridian, ID 83646 Photo Credit: Unsplash The Club at Spurwing is home to the longest private course in the Treasure Valley, playing 7,300 yards total. Spurwing also includes a putting course as well as a 9-hole par three course. This course is kept in prime condition and is a favorite of many top golfers in the valley.   BanBury Golf Course: 2626 S Marypost Pl, Eagle, ID 83616 Photo Credit: Unsplash BanBury is a top public course in the Treasure Valley and has consistently been voted in the top ten of Idaho golf courses by Golf Digest. It sits sprawled by the south channel of the Boise River and offers stunning views and wildlife on top of a challenging par 71 course.    River Club Golf Course: 6515 W State St, Garden City, ID 83714 Credit: Unsplash The River Club, formally known as the Plantation Golf Course, is a private course that features a challenging par-71, 6,376-yard layout. This course is nestled next to the Boise River and offers a challenge for even the best of golfers. Members of this club are part of a very active golf community, with frequent events including tournaments, scrambles, and social events.   Warm Springs Golf Course: 2495 E Warm Springs Ave, Boise, ID 83712 Photo Credit: Unsplash This public course features close proximity to downtown and southeast Boise. Warm Springs Golf Course sits right next to the Boise River and the Greenbelt and offers an 18-hole championship course. Perfect for beginner to intermediate skill levels, Warm Springs offers the chance to work on your game at a high-quality but affordable course.    

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