Discover Exciting Events in Historic Downtown Pocatello
WE LOVE EVENTS! There are a variety of events that take place throughout the year in Historic Downtown Pocatello!
Below is our Events Calendar and a description of our signature events. Downtown businesses and merchants host
a variety of events as well. For a complete list of all the events in the area, please be sure to check out
our
Facebook page for updates on current and upcoming events.
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4pm Food Truck Round Up
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10am 3rd Saturday Market at Station Square
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11am Environmental Fair
11am Spring Cleaning Sale - Pocatello's Retold Antique Shops
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4pm Food Truck Round Up
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11am Idaho Gives Celebration Lunch
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5pm Metaphysical Market
5pm First Friday Art Walk
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9am Farmers Market Opening Day!
11am Charmed Gift Giveaway Mother's Day Event - Pocatello's Retold Antique Shops
First Friday Art Walk
Every First Friday of the Month
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Locations throughout Historic Downtown Pocatello
Historic Downtown Pocatello is the place to be on the first Friday of every month. First Friday Art Walk features art, music, food, fashion and
more in over 20 downtown shops and restaurants. Admission and parking for this event are free.
From 5pm to 8pm on the first Friday of every month you are invited to come enjoy Art Walk in Historic Downtown Pocatello.
2024 First Friday Art Walk Dates:
January 5 July 5
February 2 August 2
March 1 September 6
April 5 October 4
May 3 November 1
June 7 December 6
Pocatello Food Truck Roundup
Monday's April 8 to September 23
4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Located at Lookout Point
Enjoy a variety of meal options from Pocatello's finest food trucks!
Portneuf Valley Farmers Market 2024
Every Saturday starting May 4th through October 26th
Wednesday's Farmers Market opens June 5th to August 28th
Located at Lookout Point
The Portneuf Valley Farmers Market was established in 1990 and has grown to include over 100 different
vendors. The market is open from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. starting in May and running through the last Saturday in October.
The market is also open on Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. beginning in June through the end of August.
For information about how to become a vendor, special events, or what's at the market this week, please visit the market's web site: www.pvfm.info
The Market Manager is Ellen Loomis and she can be reached at 208-705-7333 or via email at manager@portneufvalleyfarmersmarket.com
Revive @ 5 Summer Concerts 2024
Wednesday Evening Concert Series
Every Wednesday from June 5th to August 21st
Located at Lookout Point
The Bannock Civitan's will kick off the Revive @ 5 Summer Concerts on Wednesday, June 5th. Lookout Point will be the place to enjoy food, drinks, and music every Wednesday through August 28! From 5:00-8:00 p.m. there will be live music, great food, cold beverages and fun for the entire family!
The Wednesday Farmers Market is open too! Admission is free and so is the parking!
Oldies Rod & Custom Car Show
Saturday, June 8
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Pocatello High School Parking Lots
300 North Arthur Ave. & W. Lander and North Main St.
The Pocatello Senior Activity Center and Historic Downtown Pocatello present the annual Oldies Rod & Custom Car Show. This year's show will be held in the Pocatello High School Parking Lots on the 300 block of North Arthur Ave. and W. Lander and North Main St., directly across from Pocatello High School. There will be a variety of vehicles, each with its own story and history. There will be oldies music, food and family fun. This event is a fundraiser for the Pocatello Senior Activity Center. Please plan to join us! To register your vehicle, please contact the Senior Activity Center at 208-233-1212.
Meadowlark Music Festival
June 5 - 8th in Historic Downtown Pocatello
2 Stages at Union Pacific Park + More!
Ticket Link: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/meadowlark-music-festival
Volunteer: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Z_9YGh04FMB-yzCvtanmlj_kCmcQUv8JByiYvvLqCNc/edit
Downtown's Annual Art Fest
Saturday, June 22nd
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Locations throughout Downtown
June's Makers Month will culminate on June 22 with Downtown's Annual Art Fest. Locations throughout Downtown Pocatello will host artists,
musicians, special art centered activities for families, and more from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Downtown's Funky Flea Market
Saturdays June 22, July 27 and August 17th
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Come shop through a collection of vendors featuring everything fabulous and festive at Downtown's Funky Flea Market
featuring all things fun, funky, fantastic and family friendly! Vendor registration opens soon!
Pocatello Municipal Band Summer Concerts
Sundays June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4th
Music begins at 7:00 p.m.
Located at Lookout Point
The Pocatello Municipal Band will perform their annual Sunday evening concerts at Lookout Point.
Music begins at 7:00 p.m. and admission is free. Bring your chairs and blankets. Concessions will be available.
Independence Day Parade
Thursday, July 4th
9:30 a.m.
Pocatello's Annual Independence Day Parade will return to Historic Downtown Pocatello
on Thursday, July 4th! Hundreds of entries will celebrate the USA!
Welcome Back Orange & Black
Monday, August 19th
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Idaho State University students will once again have the opportunity to meet community businesses, win prizes, enjoy free giveaways, music and a variety of booths and entertainment during the 14th annual “Welcome Back Orange and Black” from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, August 19 in Historic Downtown Pocatello.
Kind Community Week Kick-Off Event
Monday, September 16th
4:00p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Located at Lookout Point
Kind Community will be hosting the Kind Week 2024 Kick-Off Celebration on Monday, September 16
at Lookout Point. From 4:00-8:00 p.m. there will be live music, live performances, the Exhibition in Kind
featuring local vendors, Kind activities, the Pocatello Food Truck Round Up and more!
Gate City Brewfest 2 - OKTOBERFEST
Saturday, September 28th
3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Lookout Point
Save the Date! OKTOBERFEST is coming to Lookout Point! On Saturday, September 28, from 3-8:00 p.m. the annual Gate City Brewfest 2 becomes a celebration of German style beers, wines, snacks, and food by The Sandtrap and The Yellowstone Restaurant, along with live music by Idaho Rovers and The Kyd-J Band. Hosted by Historic Downtown Pocatello, the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce, Johnson Family McDonalds, Hayden Beverage Company, and our favorite local brewers and distributors.
Advance tickets are $30 and are on sale now at www.gatecitybrewfest.com
Downtown's Great Pumpkin Fest
Saturday, October 5th
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
The Great Pumpkin Fest returns to Historic Downtown Pocatello on Saturday October 5, along with the Portneuf Valley Farmers Market Harvest Festival.
From 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. enjoy a beautiful Fall Saturday strolling through the festivities and
visiting our local shops, coffee stops, bakeries, restaurants and breweries. Come Join Us!
Haunted History Walking Tours 2024
October 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26th
Our favorite paranormal investigators are back! SPIRO Paranormal and Historic Downtown Pocatello are pleased to present the 16th Annual Haunted History Walking Tours on Friday & Saturday evenings in October. Visit four haunted buildings in Historic Downtown Pocatello, not just walk by them,
but go inside to learn more about the history of the building and experience for yourself the charm and haunts inside!
Tickets will go on sale in August 2024.
Trick-or-Treat Downtown
Thursday, October 31st, 2024
Trick-or-Treat Downtown will take place on Thursday, October 31, Halloween afternoon, from 3:00-5:30 p.m. Our merchants and businesses will have treats for all of the little ghosts and goblins! Come in costume and walk business to business enjoying a safe, daytime Halloween event.
Lookout Credit Union Presents Historic Downtown Pocatello’s Annual Christmas Night Lights Parade!
Friday, November 29th
Parade Begins Moving at 6:30pm
A community tradition returns as the Christmas Night Lights parade begins winding its way through Downtown Pocatello on Friday, November 29th, at 6:30pm. Santa will ride atop of the City of Pocatello’s Fire Truck at the end of the parade officially welcoming the Christmas Season.
Parade registration will open in September!
Small Business Saturday Sellabration
Saturday, November 30, 2024
It’s Small Business Saturday! Shopping and Dining Small have never been better!
The Downtown merchants and businesses invite you and your family to come enjoy a day of shopping and dining specials!
Idaho Bridal Fair 2025
Saturday March 1, 2025
Located at the Red Lion Hotel
1555 Pocatello Creek Rd.
Molinelli’s Jewelers will present the 2025 Idaho Bridal Fair on Saturday, March 1. If you are newly engaged or have a wedding coming up, be sure to register for the show at www.idahobridalfair.com. Admission is free and the show will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Red Lion Hotel Pocatello. There will be live demonstrations throughout the event. At 11:00 a.m. enjoy an elegant fashion show presented by Valentine Ballroom & Bridal. Over 30 vendors will be on site featuring everything an engaged couple needs to plan the perfect wedding and future.
Saturday March 8, 2025
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Locations throughout Downtown Pocatello
The 14th Annual Gate City Brewfest will be returning to Pocatello on Saturday, March 8, 2025. From 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. brewers will offer over 80 different beers for tasting in restaurants, breweries, pubs and bars throughout Downtown Pocatello. Sample craft beers new to our area plus local and regional favorites.
Tickets will go on sale in December 2024.
Downtown Easter Egg Fest
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Eggs at 11:00 a.m. until gone.
Pictures with the Easter Bunny 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Easter Egg Fest is coming to Historic Downtown Pocatello on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Participating merchants will have filled
Easter Eggs for the kids beginning at 11:00 a.m. until all of the eggs are gone. There will be thousands of eggs for the kids and
plenty of time for families to walk through our beautiful shops and restaurants.
There is Always Something Happening in Downtown!
Our staff and Promotions & Events Committee are continuously working to bring additional events to Downtown. If you have an upcoming event planned in Downtown or an event you would like to bring to Pocatello, please contact the Historic Downtown Pocatello office. Our contact information appears below.
Our events would not be possible without the generous help and support of many community volunteers, supporters and friends!
