Boise Christmas Shopping and Idaho Holiday Events 2008-2009

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) is out on concert tour again and ready to wow crowds here in the Treasure Valley! TSO has become a holiday tradition, combining driving rhythms and sounds from heavy metal with classical Christmas favorites.

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.

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.

This delightful holiday tale of young girl's Christmas dream of mice and sugarplums is a joy to watch. All seating is reserved. The Morrison Center at BSU on Dec. 12th - 14th, 2008.

You can get more ideas for New Years Eve 2008 by visiting our newsletter featuring Treasure Valley Family Events - Nightclubs and Bars - Community Events in Boise, Idaho.

2009 will be the 44th anniversary of the McCall Winter Carnival. Put this spectacular celebration on your Winter Holiday Calendar. Come to McCall, Idaho to see the amazing snow sculptures and enjoy the fun packed activities during this festive carnival event.

The annual Boise Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration will be held November 29th . 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.

Each Saturday starting November 25th - December 23rd, Christmas in the City will be celebrated in downtown Boise. It starts the night of the Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration and concludes on December 23rd. 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.

Don't miss out on this holiday display of over 250,000 glorious lights and also view the holiday lights of downtown Boise from the upper garden.Revel in the spirit of the season with loved ones as you celebrate a traditional holiday evening with: hot chocolate, caroling, and cookies. November 27th - 30th | 2008 - December 5th - January 3rd | 2009 | 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. nightly at 2355 N. Penitentiary Rd. Boise, ID 83712. Santa Claus and his reindeer will be part of the Winter Garden aGlow celebration along with live entertainment. So when making your holiday plans make sure to visit the Winter Garden aGlow at the Idaho Botanical Garden.