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Poky Christmas in Pocatello

Start the holiday season with a family-friendly market at Mountain View Event Center. Poky Christmas plans more than 100 vendors, a Santa photo booth, coffee and cocoa, and stage performers.

• Dates: November 27–28, 2026
• Hours: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. each day, Mountain Standard Time
• Location: Mountain View Event Center, 1567 Way to Grace Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho 83201

Official Poky Christmas event information

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Hometown Christmas in Glenns Ferry

Celebrate Hometown Christmas in Glenns Ferry on Saturday, November 28, 2026. Kids can make ornaments at the Elf Workshop at Homestead Supply during the day. The parade begins at 5:30 p.m. Mountain Standard Time, followed by the tree lighting, carols and Santa at the Glenns Ferry Theatre. The celebration is free.

Evening gathering: Glenns Ferry Theatre, 148 East Idaho Avenue, Glenns Ferry, Idaho 83623. Parade lineup is at 5 p.m. at the VFW.

Official chamber announcement

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Bring the family to watch the decorated parade entries and enjoy this Gem County holiday tradition. Dress for an outdoor evening in late November.

When: Saturday, November 28, 2026, 6 to 9 p.m. Mountain Standard Time (America/Denver).
Where: Main Street in downtown Emmett, Idaho, with the tree lighting at Bowman Memorial Park.

See the Gem County Chamber event listing for current details. Admission information is not specified on that listing.

Festival of Trees in Boise

Enjoy holiday displays, Santa visits and an interactive LEGO display at the Saint Alphonsus Festival of Trees. Public admission runs November 25–29, 2026, at Boise Centre, 850 W. Front Street, Boise, Idaho 83702.

Public hours (Mountain Standard Time)

• November 25: 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
• November 26: 2–6 p.m.
• November 27: 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
• November 28: 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
• November 29: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Santa and activity hours vary; check the official daily schedule.

Admission

Adults $16; children ages 3–12, military and seniors 65+ $11; ages 2 and younger free. Seniors pay $5 on November 25. Tickets online or at the door. Cashless payment.

Organizer: Saint Alphonsus Foundation. The November 24 gala is a separate reservation-only event.

Official admission and daily schedule

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When: December 2–4, 2026, 5–8 p.m. daily Mountain Standard Time.

Where: Grace Bible Church, 1415 Lone Star Road, Nampa, Idaho 83651.

Official event details and registration information

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When: December 2–4, 2026, 5–8 p.m. daily Mountain Standard Time.

Where: Grace Bible Church, 1415 Lone Star Road, Nampa, Idaho 83651.

Official event details and registration information

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Story Time Christmas in Marsing

Watch the Marsing Night Light Parade along Main Street on Friday, December 4, 2026. This year’s theme is Story Time Christmas.

When: At dusk. The organizer has not announced a clock time.

Where: Main Street, Marsing, Idaho. Parade lineup is near Marsing High School. Expect traffic delays around the bridge during the parade.

Official Marsing Chamber announcement

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When: December 2–4, 2026, 5–8 p.m. daily Mountain Standard Time.

Where: Grace Bible Church, 1415 Lone Star Road, Nampa, Idaho 83651.

Official event details and registration information

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December D’Lights in Rathdrum

Celebrate the season in Rathdrum with the December D’Lights tree lighting and lighted vehicle parade. Gather along Main Street to watch decorated vehicles and enjoy the holiday celebration with Santa.

When: December 4, 2026. Tree lighting at 6 p.m.; parade at approximately 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time.
Where: Main Street, Rathdrum, Idaho. Spectators can line Main Street.

Those entering a vehicle can register October 24–November 29. Vehicle entry requests a $15 donation; this is not a spectator admission charge.

See Rathdrum Parks and Recreation’s announcement or view vehicle registration.

When: December 5, 2026, 10-11:30 a.m. MST.

Where: Patriot STEM Academy playground/cafeteria, currently hosted at Owyhee Elementary, 2300 W Iowa Avenue, Nampa, Idaho 83686.

Admission and registration: Admission cost and registration instructions have not been published. All community families are welcome; no age restriction is stated.

Organizer: Patriot STEM Academy – NSD

Official event details

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