Events That Bring Downtown to Life
Throughout the year, we host events that give you reasons to explore, gather, and experience what makes downtown Nampa special. From summer street festivals to holiday celebrations, there's always something happening. Join us for Third Thursdays all summer long—a monthly series of downtown activations—plus seasonal favorites that bring the community together.
Mark your calendar and we'll see you downtown.
2026 Event Season
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Cinco de Mayo Street Festival
Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Free
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the heart of downtown with vendors, community activities, and plenty of reasons to stroll, shop, and stay awhile.
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May Third Thursday
Theme: Rodeo Roundup
Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Free
Our monthly Third Thursday series brings downtown to life with pop-up experiences, local businesses, and community fun.
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Nampton’s Beer Festival
Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Ticketed
An evening of beer tasting and downtown energy. Ticket details coming soon.
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June Third Thursday
Theme: Hello Summer
Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Free
Third Thursday returns with another month of downtown activations.
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July Third Thursday
Theme: Future Founders
Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Free
A family-friendly Third Thursday featuring a Children’s Market and activities for younger downtown explorers.
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August Third Thursday
Theme: Wellness Market
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Free
A summer Third Thursday focused on feeling good downtown, with theme details to be confirmed.
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Nampa Music Festival
Date: Friday, September 4, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Ticketed
Live music takes over downtown for a night. Ticket details coming soon.
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September Third Thursday
Theme: Nampa’s Birthday
Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Free
Celebrate Nampa’s birthday with a Third Thursday full of community spirit.
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Nampa Wine and Cider Festival
Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Ticketed
Sip and stroll with wine and cider in downtown. Ticket details coming soon.
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Viva Nampa Festival
Date: October 16
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Free
A collaborative downtown festival with 208 Night Market.
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39th Annual Trick-or-Treat
Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Free
A downtown tradition for families and businesses—costumes encouraged.
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S’mores / Shop Small Saturday
Date: Saturday, November 28, 2026
Time: 11:00 PM – 3:00 PM and 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Downtown Nampa
Cost: Free
Warm up downtown with s’mores and a shop-small celebration.