America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
America 250: Owyhee County Museum
Inside Marine boot camp: What recruits face in San Diego
America 250: Harmon Killebrew
Junior League of Boise celebrates Idaho women with annual history walk
America 250: Idaho National Laboratory
America 250: The Idaho Potato Museum
America 250: Idaho's famous finger steaks
Miracle League of Payette ensures every child has a chance to play baseball
Payette dedicates historic post office to Harmon Killebrew
Events in Your Area
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May 6, 2026
The Twin Falls School District is hosting Engage in Education, a community celebration of public education and the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Hosted at Twin Falls City Park from 4:30 - 7 p.m., the event includes a community picnic to celebrate the successes of the school district and thank the community. -
May 9, 2026
Witness the grand opening of a new America250 exhibit at the Nampa Train Depot Museum in a joint venture with the Ee-dah-how Chapter DAR. The exhibit features Revolutionary War artifacts, historical flags and maps, period costumes and toys, and rotating displays related to the founding era. Local dignitaries and community leaders will attend the opening ceremony, which is scheduled for May 9 from 1 - 3 p.m. -
May 14, 2026
Attend a trivia night at the Dick Eardley Senior Center presented in partnership with the Idaho State Museum and Idaho Public Television. Test your knowledge of American history and Idaho's role in the nation's story at this community event on May 14 at 5 p.m. -
June 25, 2026
Participate in a trivia night at Common Ground Coffee & Market at 6 p.m. The event is presented in partnership with the Idaho State Museum and Idaho Public Television. Test your knowledge of American history and Idaho's story at this community gathering. -
June 26, 2026
Eagle Fun Days kicks off at 5 p.m. with a party themed around America 250. Attendees are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue and bring a towel. The event continues on June 27 with additional Fun Days activities. -
June 27, 2026
A free, family-oriented community celebration of America's 250th birthday at the Twin Falls Visitor Center. The event will feature music, games, education booths, a stage, food trucks, and more from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Visitor Center parking lot will be closed for the event, with alternate parking coordinated with neighboring businesses. -
July 1, 2026
Enjoy a large family festival featuring live Christian music, family activities and vendors, commemorative America250 programming, and a fireworks finale at dusk. The event theme is "60 Years of Faith & Family • 250 Years of Freedom." The event takes place at the Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater in Nampa. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., and programming begins at 6:30 p.m. -
July 4, 2026
A full morning of patriotic events in downtown Boise, including a community pancake breakfast hosted by the Veteran Entrepreneurial Alliance, the Zamzows Patriotic Pet Parade, and the America250 Fourth of July Parade. The parade honors the nation's founding as part of the 250th anniversary celebration. The parade occurs at Cecil D. Andrus Park from 9 - 11:30 a.m. -
July 4, 2026
The City of Boise's annual Fourth of July celebration at Ann Morrison Park, featuring food vendors, live music, a free patriotic performance from the Boise Philharmonic, a drone show, and fireworks at dusk synchronized to music broadcast on local radio stations. Fireworks are scheduled to begin at approximately 10:15 p.m., and the event is free to attend. -
July 4, 2026
A free community festival at Storey Park featuring food trucks, entertainment, and a fireworks display to celebrate Independence Day and America's 250th anniversary. Fireworks to begin at approximately 10:20 p.m. -
July 4, 2026
A community festival at Memorial Park and Brothers Park featuring live entertainment, food vendors, and fireworks at dusk as part of the America250 Independence Day celebrations.
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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Owyhee County Historical Museum showcases Idaho’s pioneer history
Step back in time at the Owyhee County Historical Museum, where Idaho’s pioneer days come alive through gold rush stories, antique wagons, Civil War cannons, and even a unique wrench collection.
Inside Marine boot camp: What recruits face in San Diego
All men and women enlisted west of the Mississippi River train at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego. Here's a look at what it takes.
America 250: Payette honors baseball legend Harmon Killebrew and his Idaho roots
As America marks its 250th birthday, Payette honors hometown legend Harmon Killebrew, celebrating his MLB legacy and lasting impact on the community.
First look inside the new DOME facility at the Idaho National Laboratory
As America nears its 250th birthday, Idaho National Laboratory’s new DOME facility is pushing the limits of safe, advanced nuclear research — with its first reactor set to power up on July 4. ⚛️
Junior League of Boise hosts walk to celebrate the impact of women in Idaho
Take a walk back in time! 🕰️ The Junior League of Boise hosted its annual history walk to celebrate the impact of Idaho women.
America 250: The Idaho Potato Museum, where spuds are works of art
Located inside the old railroad station, museum visitors can learn where the potato came from, where it's headed, and even sample different varieties.