• AUGUST 18-27, 2017
• Boise, ID.

At the end of each summer, people come to Boise for the Western Idaho Fair. This is Idaho's official state fair that runs for 10 days. Visitors enjoy a variety of entertainment from livestock displays to craft booth along with a midway and carnival rides. Of course, there is plenty of fair food and drinks available.

• Sept. 1-4, 2017
• Ketchum, ID.

At the end of each summer, visitors come to Ketchum for the Ketchum Wagon Days. Since 1958, this festival has celebrated the area's rich history with a Big Hitch parade and an old fashioned shoot out. Guests can enjoy a pancake breakfast, scrumptious BBQ, and live music. Don't forget your dancing shoes for the Western Dance in the evenings.

• SEPT 1-9, 2017
• Blackfoot, ID.

Each year as summer ends and fall begins, visitors flock to Blackfoot for the Eastern Idaho State Fair. If you are looking to see a demolition derby or a junior rodeo, this is the fair to attend. Guests enjoy learning about local agriculture and industry through displays and demonstrations. There is a tractor pull, live entertainment, and fair food.

• September 8 – 10, 2017
• BOISE, ID.

Each year as fall arrives, Boise hosts Art in the Park. Local and national artists get a chance to show off their creations and offer them for sale. After strolling through the art exhibits, visitors can take in some live music. This is a festival for the whole family with plenty of children's activities available.

• Sept. 14-17, 2017
• OROFINO, ID.

In the early fall, Lumberjack Days comes to Orofino. At this event, lumberjacks from around the world come to show off their skills. Guests enjoy axe throwing, burling, and a two-person hand saw competitions. There is a horse pulling contest and a dance in the evening.

• May 26- October 01, 2017
• Boise, ID.

To go this week or next week, this is the question. All summer and into the early fall; Boise hosts the Idaho Shakespeare Festival. Since 1977, several plays of the famous playwright, Shakespeare have been performed each month in an outdoor setting. Visitors can bring a picnic to enjoy during the performance or select one of the local food vendors for a bite to eat.