August already? Check out classic summer events: Idaho fair, pro golf, Boise soul food
August is heating up, and not just temperature-wise. There’s so much going on! If you enjoy food, beer, golf and music (so much music), this is your month.
The Western Idaho Fair runs Aug. 19-28, so it’s time to put your keto diet on pause and put deep-fried everything in your face — and then get on some rides. Maybe plan a night when there is also a grandstand concert — that way you can rock out to Stone Temple Pilots (Aug. 25) with your Pronto Pup.
Want food minus the carnival vibes? The Boise Soul Food Festival on Aug. 13 will be serving up all sorts of Black- and African-inspired foods at Julia Davis Park. Bring your appetite for this huge feast, complete with music, dancing and vendors.
For those who want “more, more, more,” hope you are one of the luckies who grabbed a ticket to Billy Idol performing Aug. 19 as part of the festivities at the Boise Albertsons Open (Aug. 18-21). His concert is sold out, and so is the show on Saturday, Aug. 20, from Grammy-winning band Train. Tickets are still available for Midland (Aug. 18).
Speaking of concerts, the music scene is lit right now. Bonnie Raitt and The Chicks both have shows this month at the Valley’s big outdoor venues. The outdoor weekly series such as Alive After Five, Thursday Thunder and Great Garden Escape are still going strong. But if you prefer your music indoors with A/C, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is playing the Egyptian Theatre on Thursday, Aug. 4. The Revolution Center will host Jo Dee Messina (Friday, Aug. 5), Daughtry with Black Stone Cherry (Aug. 9), and Sum 41/Simple Plan (Aug. 16). Warrant/Lita Ford and Kip Winger will hit up Stoney’s Road House on Aug. 20.
And after multiple reschedules, the Backstreet Boys are coming to the Ford Idaho Center on Aug. 19.
Note: Check with event websites or social media before attending. Events might be canceled or postponed after press deadline because of the pandemic, or might have new rules in place regarding masks and proof of vaccination.
Festivals/Fairs
Atlanta Days: Friday-Sunday, Aug. 5-7, Atlanta, Idaho (come to end of the road, to the southern entrance to the Sawtooth National Recreation Area). Street karaoke on Friday, music and street dancing on Saturday, food, beverages, games, silent auction, family and children activities, more. Fundraiser for the Atlanta Quick Response Medical Unit.
Western Idaho Fair: Noon to 11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 20-21; noon to 11 p.m. Monday-Friday, Aug. 22-26; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27; and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, Expo Idaho, 5610 N. Glenwood St., Garden City. Carnival, concerts, competitions, concessions, more. $10 general, $9 seniors, $8 children 6-11, free for ages 5 and younger, in advance. Tickets are $12, $10 and $9 at the gate. Carnival wristband is $30 ($35 at gate), and family pack option is available. idahofair.com.
▪ Grandstand concerts at 7:30 p.m., free with paid fair admission: Chris Janson (Aug. 22); Ja Rule and Ashanti (Aug. 23); Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo (Aug. 24); Stone Temple Pilots (Aug. 25); Billy Currington (Aug. 26).
Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic: Hot air balloon launches are weather-permitting; they typically take place at 7:15 a.m. and last until as late as 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, through Sunday, Sept. 4, Ann Morrison Park, 1000 S. Americana Blvd., Boise. spiritofboise.com.
Movies
Sparklight Movie Night: Movies start at dusk Fridays, through Aug. 19, Settlers Park, 3245 N. Meridian Road, Meridian. Families are invited to come early to enjoy a variety of activities presented by rotating nightly sponsors before the movie begins each night. Blankets and low-backed chairs are encouraged for front row seating, but regular chairs are permitted on the sides and rear seating areas. Free. To view the movie schedule, go to meridiancity.org/movienight.
Music
Sun Valley Music Festival: Continues Monday, Aug. 1, through Thursday, Aug. 18, Sun Valley Pavilion, 300 Dollar Road, Sun Valley. More than 14 admission-free concerts alongside a gala fundraising concert and multiple outreach and education events. This season highlights three of the country’s greatest living composers — Gabriela Lena Frank, Jessie Montgomery, and Kevin Puts – and features performances from renowned guest artists: pianists Daniil Trifonov and Orion Weiss, violinist Leila Josefowicz, tenor Nicholas Phan, guest conductor Andy Einhorn, and string trio Time For Three. For concert schedule, go to svmusicfestival.org.
JUMP Jam & Jive Summer Concert Series: 6 to 8 p.m. every other Tuesday, through Sept. 13, JUMP, 1000 W. Myrtle St., Boise. Free. jumpboise.org/jump-jam-and-jive.
▪ August bands: Emily Tipton Band w/Boise Hive (Aug. 2); Amuma Says No w/Boise Hive (Aug. 16); Audio Moonshine w/Idaho Arts Charter (Aug. 30)
Tuesdays on the Creek: 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, through Sept. 27, Indian Creek Plaza, 120 S. Kimball Ave., Caldwell. Music by local and touring artists, with locally produced beer and wine. Held in conjunction with Farm to Fork Farmers’ Market. Free. indiancreekplaza.com/tuesdays-on-the-creek.
▪ August bands: Laney Lou and The Bird Dogs (Aug. 2); Tylor and The Train Robbers (Aug. 9); Uncle Bob’s Band feat. Kerry Davis (Aug. 16); Ashley Rose Band followed by Jocelyn and Chris (Aug. 30)
Tuesdays on the Terrace: Tuesdays, through Sept. 6, The Ludwig Terrace, 1117 E. Lake St., McCall. Music and on-site food truck. Free. ponderosacenter.org/events.
▪ August bands: Old West Trio (Aug. 2); The Lack Family Band (Aug. 9) Joy Ride Music (Aug. 16); Birds of Play (Aug. 23); Bottom Line Band (Aug. 30)
Alive After Five: 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, through Aug. 10, Grove Plaza, N. 8th and W. Main streets, Boise. Bands, food, beer garden and vendors. Free. downtownboise.org/AA5.
▪ Bands: Joshy Soul, opening VEMM (Aug. 3); Celisse, opening Charlie Sutton & the Changelings (Aug. 10)
Great Garden Escape Concert Series: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, through Aug. 25 (5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 11, 18, 25), Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise. $18 general, $15 AARP members, $14 IBG members and children 4-12, in advance. All tickets $20 at the gate. Free for ages 3 and younger. idahobotanicalgarden.org.
▪ Bands: Garcia Peoples (Aug. 4); Lounge on Fire (Aug. 11); Afrosonics (Aug. 18); Boise Straight Ahead (Aug. 25)
Thursday Thunder: 6 to 9 p.m. Thursdays, through Sept. 1, Boise Spectrum Center, 7609 W. Overland Road, Boise. Free. boisespectrumcenter.com.
▪ August bands: Generator Saints (Aug. 4); Audio Moonshine (Aug. 11); Casio Dreams (Aug. 18); $oul Purpo$e (Aug. 25)
Hailey Alive Summer Music Series: 7 to 9:30 p.m. Thursdays, through Aug. 11, Hop Porter Park, W. Bullion St., Hailey. Free. sawtoothbrewery.com/events/hailey-alive-2022.
▪ Bands: Allegedly (Aug 4); Bread and Circus (Aug. 11)
Yellow Pine Music and Harmonica Festival: Thursday-Saturday, Aug. 4-6, Yellow Pine. Musicians, harmonica workshops, children’s harmonica lessons, demos, storytelling, more. yellowpinefestival.org.
TGIF Summer Concert Series: 6 to 9 p.m. Fridays, through Sept 2 (no concert Aug. 19 due to bike race), Brundage Mountain, 3890 Goose Lake Road, McCall. Free. brundage.com/events-calendar.
▪ August bands: Jeff Crosby and the Refugees (Aug. 5); Grateful (Aug. 12); Tylor and the Train Robbers (Aug. 26)
Open Air Sunday Summer Concert Series: Gates at 11 a.m. and music from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Sundays, through Sept. 18, Ste. Chapelle Winery, 19348 Lowell Road, Caldwell. Music, food trucks, local vendors and plenty of wine. $25 general, $20 Ste Chapelle and Sawtooth wine club members. 208-453-7843, ext. 3; stechapelle.com/events.
▪ August bands: Jonathan Warren and The Billy Goats (Aug. 7); Ashley Rose Band (Aug. 14); Wayward Son Band (Aug. 21); J.R. & The Stingrays (Aug. 28)
Neighborhood Concert Series: 6 to 9 p.m. every other Wednesday, Boise parks. Local family-friendly bands and musicians. Boise Bicycle Project will have a bike repair station on-site and Lost Grove Brewing will provide local brews. Free. morrisoncenter.com.
▪ Parks: Winstead Park (Aug. 10); Catalpa Park (Aug. 24)
Braun Brothers Reunion: 8 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, Challis Golf Course, 331 Golf Club Lane, Challis. Reckless Kelly, Micky and the Motorcars, Jeff Crosby Band, Cody Canada and The Departed, The Braun Family, Django Walker and Friends, Jason Boland and The Stragglers, Roger Clyne and The Peacemakers, Suzy Bogguss Trio, others. $70-$190. braunbrothersreunion.com.
Council Mountain Music Festival: Friday-Saturday, Aug. 19-20, Veteran’s Memorial Peace Park, 2046 Idaho 95, Council. Free. dalefisk.com/FESTIVAL/index.htm.
Specialty/Trade Shows
Idaho Halloween and Horror Convention: Friday-Sunday, Aug. 12-14, Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, 1800 W Fairview Ave. Events include vendors room, artists, celebrity guests, celebrity photo ops, make and takes, Q&As, panels, discussions, Horror Ball, paranormal tour, undead buffet, cash costume contest, more. idahohorror.com.
Spectator Sports
Nightfire Nationals: Gates open at 8 a.m. and sportsman racing at 12:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Aug. 5-7, with professional Nitro qualifying at 8 p.m. Friday and 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday, followed by final eliminations at 2 p.m. Sunday, Firebird Raceway, five miles north of Idaho 44 on Idaho 16, northwest of Eagle. $5-$35. 208-938-8986, firebirdonline.com.
Summer BAM Jam: Friday-Sunday, Aug. 5-7, Indian Creek Plaza, 120 S. Kimball Ave., Caldwell. Basketball tournament for youth teams on Friday and Saturday and adult teams are Saturday and Sunday. bamjamboise.com.
Boise Hawks baseball: Memorial Stadium, 5600 N. Glenwood St., Garden City. $9-$15. 208-322-5000, boisehawks.com.
▪ vs. Idaho Falls Chukars: 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Aug. 5-6; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7
▪ vs. Missoula Paddleheads 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Aug. 12-13; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14
▪ vs. Grand Junction Rockies: 7 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, Aug. 29-31
Albertsons Boise Open: Thursday-Sunday, Aug. 18-21, Hillcrest Country Club, 4610 W. Hillcrest Drive, Boise. Daily tickets are $25 for Thursday, Friday and Saturday; $10 for Sunday’s final round. Four-day pass: $65. Concert admission is included with daily tickets and four-day passes. 100% of all ticket sales support local charities. Through the Mondelez Tickets Support Charity program, all ticket purchasers will select the local charity their ticket purchase will support. albertsonsboiseopen.com.
▪ Concerts after golf: Midland (7:30 p.m. Aug. 18); Billy Idol (Aug. 19, sold out); Train (Aug. 20, sold out).
Theater
Boise Contemporary Theater’s BIPOC Playwrights Festival: The festival brings playwrights, directors, and actors together to collaborate at BCT and culminates in matinee and evening performances and readings of these brand-new works on the Morrison Center stage, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise. $15 festival pass, $10 individual readings, at the Morrison Center box office. Students get in free with ID. bctheater.org/bipoc.
▪ Wednesday, Aug. 3: Playwrights Panel, 7 p.m.
▪ Thursday-Friday, Aug. 4-5: Readings of both “Being Black Outside” by Vinecia Coleman and “Fear and Wonder” by Jason Tseng, 2 and 7 p.m.
▪ Saturday, Aug. 6: Ryun Yu in the one-man show “Hold These Truths” by Jeanne Sakata, 2 and 7 p.m.
Idaho Shakespeare Festival’s “Little Shop of Horrors”: 8 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday (6:30 p.m. mini-concert series) and 7 p.m. Sunday (no mini-concert), Aug. 5 (preview), 6 (opening night), 7 (family night), 9-14, 16-21 and 23-27, ISF Amphitheater, 5657 Warm Springs Ave., Boise. $40-$61 Fridays-Saturdays, $34-$49 Sundays and Tuesdays-Thursdays. Preview (Aug. 5): $28-$39. Family night (Aug. 7): $14-$49. Any night, $25 students with valid ID. 208-336-9221, idahoshakespeare.org.
Farmers Markets
Boise Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 29, 1500 Shoreline Drive, Boise. theboisefarmersmarket.com.
▪ Drive-thru option: Shop the online store from 7 a.m. Tuesday to 11 p.m. Wednesday, then pick up the order on Saturday during a chosen pickup time window (between 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.) at 1500 Shoreline Drive. theboisefarmersmarket.com/bfmdrivethru.
▪ Mobile market: Monday through Thursday, through Sept. 29. Bringing the sae fresh local produce found at the BFM to Boise neighborhood locations. Full schedule of stops available at theboisefarmersmarket.com/mobile-market.
Nampa Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 29, Lloyd Square Park, 13th and Front streets. 208-412-3814, nampafarmersmarket.com.
Capital City Public Market: 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturdays, through Dec. 17, The Grove Plaza at 8th and Main streets, Boise. capitalcitypublicmarket.com.
Meridian Main Street Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 15, Meridian City Hall Plaza, 33 E. Broadway Ave. 208-918-3480, meridianmainstreetmarket.com.
Eagle Saturday Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 1, Heritage Park, 185 E. State St., Eagle. 208-489-8763, facebook.com/eaglesaturdaymarket.
Farm to Fork Farmers’ Market: 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, through Sept. 27, Indian Creek Plaza, 120 S. Kimball Ave., Caldwell. indiancreekplaza.com/farm-to-fork-farmers-market.
Emmett Farmers Market: 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 29, Blaser Park, N. Washington Avenue and W. Park Street, Emmett. 208-550-4459, emmettfarmersmarket.com.
Aug. 1
Son Volt: 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 1, The Olympic, 1009 W. Main St., Boise. $25. eventbrite.com. $30 at the door. Opening: Jack Broadbent.
Aug. 2
The Dead South: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2, Revolution Center, 4983 N. Glenwood St., Garden City. $34.50 general ($39.50 door), $74.50 VIP. Ticketmaster.
Aug. 3
Kaleo: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3, War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St., Sandpoint. $54.95. festivalatsandpoint.com. Opening: Allan Rayman.
Steve Hofstetter: 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3, Knitting Factory, 416 S. 9th St., Boise. $20-$100. Ticketmaster.
Aug. 4
Summer Splash Concert: 6:30 to 11 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, Roaring Springs Waterpark, 400 W. Overland Road, Meridian. Christian artists Kurtis Hoppie, Sarah Reeves, Peabod, and Tedahii perform on the Wave Pool Stage, plus enjoy unlimited access to waterpark attractions. $25 general, $125 VIP. roaringsprings.com/plan/discounts-and-events.
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band: 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main St., Boise. $25-$79.50. egyptiantheatre.net.
Aug. 5
Meridian Firefighters Salmon BBQ: Seniors will be served first at 5 p.m. and everyone else at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park, 1900 N. Records Ave., Meridian. Menu includes applewood-smoked salmon, fries, coleslaw, and rolls for adults and hot dogs, soda, milk, water for the children. All proceeds go to the Meridian Firefighters Local 4627 Benevolent Fund and the Meridian Burn-Out Fund. $20 general, $10 children 6-12, and children 5 and younger eat free. Tickets at Meridian City Hall, Meridian Fire Station No. 1, Meridian Fire Station No. 2, Express Cafe, and Meridian Chamber of Commerce. meridianfirefighters.org/event/salmon-bbq.
Live on the Lawn w/Sharon Van Etten, Angel Olsen, and Julien Baker: 5:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise. $48 at eventbrite.com. $53 at the door. Special guest: Spencer.
Gregory Alan Isakov: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St., Sandpoint. $49.95. festivalatsandpoint.com. Special guests: Shook Twins.
Jo Dee Messina: 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, Revolution Center, 4983 N. Glenwood St., Garden City. $39.50 general ($45 door), $79.50 VIP. Ticketmaster.
Silver Screen on the Green “Paw Patrol: The Movie:: 8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, Optimist Park, 16680 11th Ave. N., Nampa. Movie in the park on a large inflatable screen. Bring blanket or lawn chair. Free. 208-468-5858, nampaparksandrecreation.org.
Aug. 6
Cookies for a Cause: 10 am.. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, Rays for Rare, 1036 E. Iron Eagle Drive, Suite 130, Eagle. Cookies donated by local bookie bakeries, photo booth, food truck, corn hole, face painting, raffle, special character appearances, more. Organized by Betsy’s Cookie Co. and benefits Rays for Rare, which brings uplifting support to medically fragile children and their families. raysforrare.org.
The Chicks: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater, 16200 N. Idaho Center Blvd., Nampa. $45-$169.50. fordidahocenter.com. Opening: Patty Griffin.
Lindsey Stirling: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St., Sandpoint. $59.95. festivalatsandpoint.com. Opening: Carmen Jane.
Aug. 7
The Spokane Symphony: Complimentary wine tasting from 5 to 7 p.m., concert at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7, War Memorial Field, 801 Ontario St., Sandpoint. $39.95 general, $9.95 children 12 and younger. festivalatsandpoint.com.
Florist: 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7, Kin, 999 W. Main St., Boise. $15 advance, $20 at the door. kinboise.com/calendar. Opening: Marc Merza.
Aug. 9
Daughtry: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, Revolution Center, 4983 N. Glenwood St., Garden City. $37.50 general, $77.50 VIP. Ticketmaster. Opening: Black Stone Cherry.
Aug. 10
August Burns Red: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, Knitting Factory, 416 S. 9th St., Boise. $29.50 general ($30 door), $70-$80 reserved balcony. Ticketmaster. Special guests: We Came as Romans, Hollow Front, Void of Vision.
Aug. 11
Muna: 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, Knitting Factory, 416 S. 9th St., Boise. $29.50-$80. Ticketmaster.
Aug. 13
Boise Soul Food Festival: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, Julia Davis Park, 700 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise. African American/African inspired foods, such as barbecue, Cajun cuisine, ribs, hot links, sweet tea, and more. boisesoulfood.org.
Aug. 14
Bonnie Raitt: 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14, Outlaw Field, Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise. $75. Ticketmaster.
Aug. 15
Mt. Joy: 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15, Outlaw Field, Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise. $45. Ticketmaster. Opening: Wilderado.
The Backseat Lovers: 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15, Knitting Factory, 416 S. 9th St., Boise. $29.50 general ($30 door), $65-$75 reserved balcony. Ticketmaster.
Aug. 16
The Black Crowes: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, Outlaw Field, Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise. $62.50. Ticketmaster.
Emily Wolfe: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, Kin, 999 W. Main St., Boise. $12 advance, $15 at the door. kinboise.com/calendar.
Sum 41/Simple Plan: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, Revolution Center, 4983 N. Glenwood St., Garden City. $35 general, $75 VIP. cttouringid.com or Ticketmaster.
American Aquarium: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, The Olympic, 1009 W. Main St., Boise. $20. TicketWeb. $25 at the door.
Switchfoot: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, Knitting Factory, 416 S. 9th St., Boise. $32.50 general ($35 door), $60-$75 reserved balcony. Ticketmaster.
Aug. 17
Iration/Atmosphere: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, Outlaw Field, Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise. $39.50. Ticketmaster. Special guests: Katastro, The Grouch, DJ Fresh.
Aug. 18
$uicideboy$: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18, Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater, 16200 N. Idaho Center Blvd., Nampa. $50 and $70. fordidahocenter.com. Opening: Ski Mask The Slump God, $NOT, Maxo Kream, DJ Scheme.
Josh Abbott Band: 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18, Knitting Factory, 416 S. 9th St., Boise. $22.50 general ($25 door), $50-$60 reserved balcony. Ticketmaster.
Aug. 19
Maren Morris: 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19, Outlaw Field, Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise. $70. Ticketmaster. Opening: The Lone Bellow.
Backstreet Boys: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19, Ford Idaho Center, 16200 N. Idaho Center Blvd., Nampa. $54.50-$299.50. fordidahocenter.com.
Aug. 20
Bug Day: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise. Hands-on learning experiences, music, buggie interactive exhibits, local food and drink vendors, and a VW Bug car show. $12 general, $8 garden members and youth 4-12, free for ages 3 and younger. idahobotanicalgarden.org/event/bug-day-3.
Warrant/Lita Ford: 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, Stoney’s Road House, 1050 Cascade Road, Emmett. $52.50-$72.50. stoneysroadhouse.com. Opening: Kip Winger.
Fitz & The Tantrums/Andy Grammer: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater, 16200 N. Idaho Center Blvd., Nampa. $46-$76. fordidahocenter.com. Opening: Breland.
Polyphia: 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, Knitting Factory, 416 S. 9th St., Boise. $23 general ($25 door), $55-$65 reserved balcony. Ticketmaster. Special guests: Unprocessed, Death Tour.
Concert for a Cure w/Rumours ATL: 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, Sun Valley Pavilion, 300 Dollar Road. Fleetwood Mac tribute band. Supports cancer research. $32-$87. ktmgolf.com/concert-for-a-cure.
Aug. 21
X-Fest Rockzilla Tour: 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater, 16200 N. Idaho Center Blvd., Nampa. Featuring Papa Roach and Falling in Reverse with special guests Hollywood Undead and Bad Wolves. $35-$75. fordidahocenter.com.
Giovannie & The Hired Guns: 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, The Olympic, 1009 W. Main St., Boise. $15. eventbrite. $20 at the door.
The Devil Wears Prada: 8:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, Knitting Factory, 416 S. 9th St., Boise. $22.50 general ($25 door), $55-$65 reserved balcony. Ticketmaster. Special guests: Stray From the Path, Dying Wish.
Aug. 25
Gazebo Concert Series: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, Heritage Park, 185 E. State St., Eagle. Music by Guilty Pleasure. Free. 208-489-8763.
Aug. 26
Dale Watson: 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, Visual Arts Collective, 3638 Osage St., Garden City. $35-$55. eventbrite.com. Opening: Steve Eaton and Andy Byron w/band.
Jon Wolfe: 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, Knitting Factory, 416 S. 9th St., Boise. $15-$45. Ticketmaster.
Aug. 27
Boise Goathead Fest: Parade registration at 10:30 am. (Capitol steps), starts at 11:30 a.m. and party from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, Cecil D. Andrus Park, 601 W. Jefferson St., Boise. All-ages, all-bikes, all-abilities, all-types-of-pedal-powered-people parade. Route is about two miles. After the parade, enjoy music, freak bikes, activities for kids, beer, more. $6 suggested donation for bike parade, includes a 2022 Boise Goathead Fest patch, at eventbrite.com. Funds go directly to Boise Bicycle Project. boisegoatheadfest.com.
Aug. 29
Modest Mouse: 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 29, Outlaw Field, Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise. $42.50. Ticketmaster.
Aug. 31
Tedeschi Trucks Band: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, Outlaw Field, Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise. $59.50. Ticketmaster. Special guests: Los Lobos and Gabe Dixson.
