Boise Christmas Shopping and Idaho Holiday Events 2010-2011

For years Treasure Valley companies, artists and craftsmen have chosen The Canyon County Christmas Gift Show to display their products and services. This weekend event features more than 100 business displays and 100 craft displays, all working together under one roof, providing thousands of unique gift ideas. Christmas fans will feel that holiday buzz in the air, and Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand all weekend listening to the whims of old and young alike.

Help us fill the bowls of those in need! Purchase a handcrafted bowl made by Idaho potters, and we'll fill it with hot soup from downtown restaurants. When you see the "empty bowl" in your cupboard, remember that you helped to alleviate hunger in Idaho. A great way to make a difference! Hot Soup and Handcrafted Pottery only $10. A special selection of professionally crafted bowls will be on display and individually priced.

The annual Boise Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration presented by Zions Bank 2010 dates TBA. Make sure to attend at the Boise Centre on the Grove. Many holiday events are planned such as Christmas caroling, live music, celebrity Christmas readings, holiday foods and beverages. So make sure to make your plans for the downtown Boise Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration.

The Boise Holiday Parade is a annual tradition that brings cheer to the Treasure Valley community. Bring the family to this year's parade and celebrate "Golden Christmas Memories" along with Grand Marshal Olympic Gold Medalist Kristin Armstrong.

What began in 1984 as a modest display of 14 trees in a local warehouse has grown to become a yuletide extravaganza that has raised over $5 million to improve healthcare in our community - proving that Saint Alphonsus Festival of Trees is more than just the hottest holiday ticket in town, it is a celebration of what can happen when people work together for a greater good.

Located in beautiful Julia Davis Park, off Capitol Blvd. and Myrtle St. Enjoy a special day at the Boise Zoo, hear some great holiday music, have your picture taken with Santa Claus,a nd shop at Zootique. Admission to the zoo is free for everyone.

The Boise Christmas Gift Show features more than 100 business displays and 100 craft displays, all working together under one roof, providing thousands of unique Christmas gift shopping ideas. Christmas Shoppers will feel that holiday buzz in the air, and Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand all weekend keeping the Christmas cheer alive.

Experience Downtown Boise at it's finest as retailers, galleries, and restaurants entertain you with a variety of mini-events, including the Annual Winter Window Gallery Stroll and the Downtown Art and Wine Walk! Stroll through downtown Boise to admire the seasonal works of art on the windows of 16 different businesses, and stop in to one of 7 galleries downtown to sample wines from local Idaho wineries! Best of all - it's free! Find a map of the free trolley service and listings of locations at trolley service map.

Bring your coats, scarves and mittens to 8th Street for the Holiday Public Market. Get great Christmas presents and holiday goodies.

Starting November 26th - December 24th, Christmas in the City will be celebrated in downtown Boise. It starts the night of the Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration and concludes on December 24th. It will be a great holiday party with Downtown Boise glowing in a festive radiance of holiday lights, retail shops, fine dining, and Santa roaming around in BODO. Visit the Downtown Boise Association for more information concerning this Christmas Celebration.

Idaho Marine Corps is donating their time again to make over 20,00 kid's Christmas dreams come true. Make sure you help the community of children with no Christmas presents this holiday season by adding a gift to a toy drop box.

You can get more ideas for New Years Eve 2010 by visiting our newsletter featuring Treasure Valley Family Events - Nightclubs and Bars - Community Events in Boise, Idaho.