Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Boise Parks and Recreation announced that all municipal pools will open today at 1:00 p.m. with each location (Borah, Fairmont, Ivywild, and Natatorium/Hydrotube) having its own schedule and weather-related closures posted online. KBOI
- ➤ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced today that a new temple will be built on a 19.2-acre site at the southwest corner of W. Orchard Ave. and S. Florida Ave. in Canyon County, and the 82,000 sqft multi-story building will serve local members. KIDO
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Memorial Day, the Boise Fire Dive Team rescued a paddleboarder who fell near Baybrook Court Bridge and reached another person along the riverbank with no injuries, marking the season's first swift water rescue. KBOI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hyde Park Confluence Market will launch its first night market of the season on Thursday, May 28 in Hyde Park. The event brings together local artists and businesses, offering visitors unique gifts and home accents (vendor details are on Instagram). KIDO
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Online fashion sites are highlighting trending summer styles for Idaho women with earthy hues, flowy fabrics, balloon trousers, and cotton twill shorts for pool, river, and lake outings. The summer season begins June 30 (an update for local fashion fans). KIDO
- ➤ Boise cafes are embracing the matcha craze this summer as locals enjoy refreshing iced matcha drinks. Alchemist Coffee, Push and Pour, Form and Function, District Coffee House, Hyde Perk Coffee House and Caffee D’arte each serve their own twist on the popular beverage trend. KIDO
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UTILITY Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Olympic Venue — $10 ADV / $12 DOOR — Enjoy high-energy rock and roll infused with soul, metal, and grunge from Portland's own UTILITY.
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Soul Juice Event
10 PM – 2 AM — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night of music with jilly.FM and SOOT at this vibrant Idaho venue.
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Chloe Gendrow Live Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $17.03 — Experience Chloe Gendrow's indie and alt-pop blend alongside Mattravers•Bell.
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Macbeth
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Idaho Shakespeare Festival Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live performance of Shakespeare's classic tragedy in a stunning outdoor setting.
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Shrek 2 Screening
2-5 p.m. — The Egyptian Theatre — $3 entry — Experience the hilarious adventure of Shrek and Fiona amidst family misunderstandings.
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Macbeth at Idaho Shakespeare Festival
8-11 p.m. — Idaho Shakespeare Festival Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live production of the classic Shakespearean tragedy, Macbeth.
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Macbeth
8-11 p.m. — Idaho Shakespeare Festival — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless tragedy of Macbeth under the Idaho stars.
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Just the Tips: A Free Comedy Show
7-8:45 p.m. — Liquid Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs from local and touring comedians at Boise's newest comedy show.
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KOS - MTV 80's Video Dance Party
Time TBA — Knitting Factory Boise — Ages 18+ — Celebrate the 80s with a night of dance, nostalgia, and fun reminiscent of breakdancing and MTV.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™
6:30-9 p.m. — Lyle Smith Field, Albertsons Stadium — $28 – $164 — Experience the thrilling spectacle of iconic monster trucks and jaw-dropping stunts at Idaho's first outdoor stadium show.
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