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Boise
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roaring Springs is set to open on Saturday, May 9th with dive-in events featuring DJ Nights & Movie Nights at its wave pool. The waterpark expects sunny 82-degree weather and promises an exciting kickoff to the summer season. KIDO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On May 29, the Idaho State Museum will host Taps and Traps as part of its Museum After Dark series. The 21+ event from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. will feature live music, engaging hands-on stations, and wilderness survival challenges for a fun evening out. KBOI
- ➤ Andrew, the Sonic worker who went viral weeks ago at a drive-in on Broadway Avenue, appears in a fun Instagram commercial for Americana Pizza today. KIDO
- ➤ Families and friends are invited to free summer movie nights at Settlers Park in Meridian every other Friday from May 29 until August 7. Movies start at dusk, and guests should arrive early (concessions are available and kids must be with an adult). KIDO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NFL star Khalil Shakir will host the Shakir Family Foundation Tournament on June 6 at TimberStone Golf Course in Caldwell to raise funds for his foundation. The fundraiser returns after last year's event & is expected to draw many local golf enthusiasts. KIDO
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El Ten Eleven Concert
7-11 p.m. — Neurolux — Tickets starting at $23.75 — Experience the alternative rock sound of El Ten Eleven alongside Intestinehead in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Unknown Mortal Orchestra Concert
7-11 PM — Treefort Music Hall — Ticket info not specified — Enjoy the experimental sounds of Unknown Mortal Orchestra live in Boise.
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Dumbo Gets Mad Live
7-10 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $32.75 — Experience an evening of eclectic sounds with Dumbo Gets Mad and Levitation Room in a vibrant venue.
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Forest Ray and Billy and the Dreamboats Concert
7-10 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — Check event page for cost — Experience folk n’ roll vibes from Seattle's Forest Ray, known for their unique sound.
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CEO Of Influence Awards
5:30-9 p.m. — Boise Centre East — Registration fee required — Celebrate and honor exceptional business and nonprofit leaders in Idaho.
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Boise Towne Square — Ticket prices vary — Experience a mesmerizing show featuring water and acrobatics in a unique circus setting.
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Flock Cancer Street Stroll
10 AM – 12 PM — Hyde Park — Join the community to celebrate and raise awareness for local breast cancer fighters and families.
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Liquid Laughs Underground Comedy Mic
8-9:45 p.m. — Liquid Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night of local comedy as Boise's best comics showcase their talents.
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Super Sometimes Concert
6-9 p.m. — The Shredder — Ticket details not specified — Experience the resurgence of pop punk with Super Sometimes live in Boise.
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R&B Brunch Experience
11 AM - 4 PM — The Olympic Venue — Early Bird Tickets from $15 — Enjoy a vibrant R&B brunch featuring a sing-along of your favorite hits and delicious food options.
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