Summer Festivals in Idaho

There are cowboys and scenery worthy of honor in Idaho, and this western state doesn't forget its heritage during the summer festival season. It has more to offer than just chaps and rock formations though. If you are heading out west this summer, stop in at any one of these fine festivals.

The Experience Festival, which is held just eight miles west of Boise in Eagle, Idaho, is a unique educational festival meant to bring out creativity in its patrons. The festival takes place from May 18 - May 20 at Eagle Island State Park, and offers crafts, performances, workshops, and more to help tap into each visitors' creative energy. Get all of the information you'll need about this engaging event at http://www.experiencefestival.org/

If you would rather just enjoy the art than attempt to create it, there is lots of art to enjoy at the Challis Mountain Lilac Festival in downtown Challis, during May 25 - June 24. The art show is one of the finest in Idaho, and there are also unique events such as cowboy poetry, a horse show, a photography contest, and more. Get more of the facts on this mountain festival at http://www.challislilacfestival.com/

The Cherry Festival, from June 13 - 16, in Emmett, Idaho, celebrates the abundance of fruit crops in the Valley of Plenty. If you enjoy your basic fair activities, such as rides, food, entertainment, crafts, and a parade, you'll have plenty to do. I you are the competitive type, you can enter the pie-eating or cherry pit-spitting contests.

Attended by hundreds of tourists each year, the Grand Teton Summer Festival in Driggs offers everything you would expect from a summer festival, plus a hot air balloon race. You can join the other visitors on June 30^th through July 8^th for the festival. Find out more at http://www.tetonvalleychamber.com/calendarDetails.aspx?event=112

The McCall Summer Music Festival at Roseberry celebrates twenty-five years of bringing music to Idaho this summer. The festival, which takes place from July 19 - 21, 2007, began as a gathering of local musicians and artists, and has since grown into a music festival that draws musical artists from surrounding states and beyond. Find out how to get there and get tickets at http://www.mccallfolkloresociety.com/

The Caldwell Night Rodeo in Caldwell, ID takes place during August 14 - 18, 2007 at the Caldwell Night Rodeo Grounds. This weeklong event includes performances by the Horsemanship Drill Team, in addition to the rodeo activities throughout. There is also a Buckaroo Breakfast, and a shopping bazaar with rodeo-themed items, including art and jewelry. Get more information at http://caldwellnightrodeo.com/