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Idaho Potato Drop

December 31, 2024

12TH ANNUAL IDAHO® POTATO DROP NEW YEAR’S EVE

 (12.31.24)

Idaho® Potato Drop | New Year's Eve Event | Boise, ID

Get ready for the 12th annual Idaho® Potato Drop, Idaho’s FREE and charitable signature holiday event that can only be truly experienced LIVE at the Idaho State Capitol!

Starting at 6:00 PM, the Main Stage comes to life as the world-famous #GlowTato ascends to its evening perch during the Idaho® Potato Rise, raising awareness and musicians. KTVB will be on hand, broadcasting live across NBC stations in Cecil D. Andrus Park, featuring food trucks, sporting events, eclectic vendors and of course, BIG Idaho® Potatoes!

Athletes will test their mettle at the Idaho® Potato Drop Rail Jam Ski and Snowboard Exhibition with the Onslaught Crew, hosted by Tamarack Resort. This cutting-edge snow park is the first of its kind, utilizing custom-built features such as a high-speed tow-in winch and the largest jump in Idaho! Additional activities in the park include games and raffles with prizes for Spec-Taters. Sample delicious local food and grab a hot toddy the all-ages beer garden near the vendor camp located throughout the park. Don’t forget to snap a picture with Spuddy Buddy and the Big Idaho® Potato Tour truck!

When the countdown to the new year begins, Inland Crane will ‘Drop’ it like it’s hot to an world-class pyrotechnic display!

The Idaho® Potato Drop is a free and charitable all-ages New Year’s Eve event that supports local arts, businesses and charities. This year’s beneficiaries included: Boise Rock School, So Good! and the Idaho Crisis & Suicide Prevention Hotline.

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Date:
December 31, 2024
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Website:
https://idahopotatodrop.com/

Venue

Downtown Boise
700 W Jefferson St
Boise, ID 83702
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