boise 101 - Seasonal weather and activities

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WHAT TO PACK

Guiding guests on what to pack for your wedding can help a lot with their decisions. Feel free to add your wedding attire, whether it be cocktail casual or black-tie optional, to your wedding website. Here is also a great place to add little tidbits too, such as packing a shawl for the cooler months or sunglasses if you are having an outdoor summer ceremony.

ACTIVITIES

Explore the downtown Boise and 8th Street district. This area was named one of the coolest hipster spots in the nation and for good reason. The walkable area is filled with local restaurants and boutiques featuring goods made by the state’s local artisans. Pop into Fancy Pants and Banana Ink for cute clothes before grabbing a bite to eat at Fork, which is a local favorite!

Stretch your legs and go for a leisurely walk in Camel’s Back Park, nestled in the northern part of the city. This urban park features open space for a variety of activities including volleyball and tennis. To get your heart pumping, venture into the city’s vast network of trails leading into the foothills. The interconnected system offers more than 190 miles of trails from easy to more advanced hikes.

Spring through fall, the city comes alive with a plethora of farmers markets. The Boise Farmers Market, located in Midtown, offers fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables along with locally-raised proteins, breads and pastries, jams and honey, and even ready-to-eat foods. Another fantastic market to check out is the Capital City Public Market in downtown that connects the community with growers, producers and artisans.