Outdoors

After walking past fences and construction along Boise’s 8th Street, the timing couldn’t be better: a major section finally reopens October 1.

I went looking for hot apple cider around Boise and the Treasure Valley and discovered some fantastic fall cups, along with a few things you’ll want to know before heading out.

You’re going to want to plan ahead for this one. Boise State Homecoming, Meridian Oktoberfest, Potato Days, See Spot Walk and plenty more make October 2-4 one of the busiest fall weekends in the Treasure Valley.

FitOne may be in the books, but the Treasure Valley running calendar isn’t finished yet. Here are some of the Boise-area races still coming before the end of 2026.

Chrome at the Home returns to Boise Sunday, but after more than 20 years of supporting Boise Valley POW/MIA, I can tell you this event is about much more than motorcycles.

You’d never expect to find one of Meridian’s coolest little coffee spots tucked into a residential neighborhood. My wife and I finally stopped at Primitive Grounds, and now we’re wondering why it took us so long.

Don’t wait until Friday to make your weekend plans. FitOne, Potato Days, Big Bounce America, fall festivals and more are coming to the Treasure Valley this weekend.

An Idaho dad turned every parent’s “stop playing ball in the house” problem into an award-winning toy. Now Ollyball inventor Joe Burke and his 11-year-old son are taking it to Shark Tank.

Fall fun is officially underway across the Treasure Valley. Here’s your 2026 guide to pumpkin patches, corn mazes, haunted houses and family-friendly fall attractions from Boise to Caldwell and Emmett.

Thousands of runners and walkers will take over Boise for St. Luke’s FitOne this Saturday. Whether you’re participating or just trying to get around town, here’s what you need to know.