Boise Nice

City of Boise Earth Day
2025-04-19 12:00 - 16:00 UTC
Join Boise Nice, and other organizations, for the City of Boise Earth Day Celebration 2025 on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 10:00 to 4:00 PM, at Veteran’s Memorial Park!
This vibrant event celebrates Boise‘s incredible natural environment with our community and inspires residents to protect and preserve it.

Boise Plogs 2025
2025-04-20 - 2025-04-26
WHAT IS PLOGGING?
PLOGGING IS THE COMBINATION OF JOGGING (OR WALKING) AND PICKING UP LITTER
WHEN? Individual or teams of ploggers pick any date and time between April 20th and 26th (Earth Week).
WHERE? BNP will suggest a few locations, but it is up to you and your team to decide where you’d like to plog.
HOW? REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN MARCH 1ST , 2025 BY GOING TO WWW.BOISENICE.ORG AND LEARN WHERE TO PICK UP YOUR PLOGGING MATERIALS

Mother's Day Flowers at the Airport!
2025-05-11 08:00 - 15:00
On Mother’s Day, May 11, Boise Nice Volunteers will be handing out flower’s courtesy of Fifty Flowers at the Boise Airport!

Savor Idaho!
2025-06-08 12:00 - 17:00
Savor Idaho, the state’s premier wine event, will be held on Sunday, June 8th, 2025 at the beautiful Idaho Botanical Garden. Held during Idaho Wine and Cider Month, come sample from over 30 wineries and cideries from around the state and get a taste of Idaho’s welcoming and approachable wine & cider community. Stroll through the garden, sip Idaho wine and cider, visit local exhibitors, sponsors and food trucks and participate in a painting class by Wine and Design starting at Start at 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM. (first come, first serve)

Boise Neighborhood Interactive
2025-10-23 10:00 - 17:00 | Idaho State Museum
The Boise Neighborhood Interactive is an annual conference dedicated to empowering residents, strengthening neighborhoods, and fostering community collaboration. This day-long event brings together neighbors, city staff, community partners, and local leaders to share ideas, build connections, and explore ways to create vibrant, inclusive neighborhoods.
Through interactive workshops, inspiring speakers, and hands-on sessions, attendees gain valuable tools to support and lead community projects, elevate local voices, and promote neighborhood sustainability. Whether you’re a long-time neighborhood advocate or new to community engagement, Boise Neighborhood Interactive offers something for everyone looking to make a positive impact where they live.
Workshop II – 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m
Boise Nice in Action: Building Kindness and Community
Celebrate what makes “Boise Nice” truly special in this interactive session combining inspiration with action. Hear from Boise Nice Project founders about the movement’s origins, its impact on community connection, and the surprising health benefits of kindness. Then, put those values into practice with a short litter pickup activity to help keep Boise beautiful. Leave ready to apply these learned tactics in your own neighborhood.

Girls on the Run is turning 25 and wants you to celebrate with us!
2025-11-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Kleiner Park
Boise Nice will be hosting a booth at this event!
Join us at Kleiner Park from 8:30 am- 12:00 pm on November 8th.! Share your favorite GOTR memories, reconnect with friends, and learn how you can support and be part of GOTR as an alumnus. We always said “the finish line was just the beginning”, so let’s look to the “finish line and beyond”! Be a part of the group photo at 12:15pm, enjoy a sweet treat, make alumni signs and check out GOTR swag. Packet Pickup – We are asking everyone to check in!
Click here for event details 5K | GOTR Treasure Valley

YMCA 2025 Christmas Run
2025-12-20 10:00 - 13:00
The YMCA Christmas Run
‘Tis the season to sparkle! Make this a December to remember with Santa, family, and friends at the YMCA Christmas Run!
Create a new tradition or continue a long-standing one! Celebrate the holiday season as a family by running or walking together. Brave the winter with the YMCA at the Christmas Run!
Join the festivities as Santa starts the race. Wear your holiday costumes for a chance to win the costume contest!
Enjoy the after race with a bagel from Blue Sky Bagels, a photo booth, and much more. Awards will be announced as soon as available in the Boise High School Cafeteria. 2025 YMCA Christmas Run presented by Quantum Fiber – Treasure Valley Family YMCA

CBH Homes and Treasure Valley YMCA Love Run!
2026-02-14 09:45 - 15:00 | Ann Morrison Park
Join CBH Homes and The Treasure Valley YMCA in the inaugural CBH Hearts Across the Valley Love Run!

Boise Nice will be providing hand warmers and treats at our booth where runners will celebrate love, friendship, and community at the first-ever CBH Hearts Across the Valley Love Run! Hosted by CBH Homes and the Treasure Valley YMCA, this festive event invites runners and walkers to enjoy a scenic 1-mile or 5K course along the Boise Greenbelt. Whether you’re racing with your sweetheart, your family, or flying solo, this run is all about spreading joy and heart-healthy fun.
The Love Run is the perfect way to kick off Valentine’s Day weekend. Dress in your favorite reds and pinks, share the love, and make memories that will warm your heart long after the finish line!

For full information and to sign up, please visit the Race Website

YMCA Easter Run
2026-04-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Ann Morrison Park
BNP will have a booth providing stickers, chocolate eggs and Plogging supplies at the YMCA Easter Run on April 4th, starting at 10:00 AM at Ann Morrison Park.

Boise Plogs 2026
2026-04-19 - 2026-04-25
WHAT IS PLOGGING?
PLOGGING IS THE COMBINATION OF JOGGING (OR WALKING) AND PICKING UP LITTER
WHEN? Individual or teams of ploggers pick any date and time between April 19th and 25th (Earth Week).
WHERE? BNP will suggest a few locations, but it is up to you and your team to decide where you’d like to plog.
HOW? REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN MARCH 1ST , 2026 BY GOING TO BOISE PLOGS 2026 AND LEARN WHERE TO PICK UP YOUR PLOGGING MATERIALS

YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon & Fun Runs
2026-05-16 07:00 - 12:00 | Ann Morrison Park
The Boise Nice Project is proud to be a sponsor of the Treasure Valley YMCA the 49th annual YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon and Fun Runs presented by the Idaho Potato Commission. All of our races take place on the flat and scenic Boise Greenbelt. The Famous Idaho Potato Marathon and Fun Runs start and finish at The Morrison Center.

Wild River Dash
2026-08-22 09:00 - 13:00
Boise Nice will have a booth offering cold drinks at the Sixth Annual Wild River Dash hosted by Wild Hearts Idaho! This family-friendly, all ages, paddling and running duathlon race is all about having fun and celebrating women and everything outdoors!
More About the Wild River Dash
The course starts with a fun paddle out and back across Quinn’s Pond and ends with a beautiful 2 mile loop run on the Greenbelt. Register as an individual or as a relay team of two, with one person paddling and the other running.
All proceeds from the race go directly towards breaking down transportation barriers for Wild Hearts Idaho’s outdoor adventure programs, making sure every girl has safe and reliable transportation for every adventure! Fuel WHI’s adventures by making a splash at the Wild River Dash! Be Wild, Go Wild!
Adult and Teen Course: .5 mile Paddle across Quinn’s Pond & 2 mile run on the Boise Greenbelt.
Kid Course: .25 mile Paddle in Quinn’s Pond and 1 mile around the end of Quinn’s Pond and back.
