One Ticket. One Weekend. Endless Possibilities.
Wheather you're traveling to Nampa for a concert, sporting event, rodeo, or special event, there's plenty to explore before the event begins and long after the final encore. From local restaurants and coffee shops to shopping, nightlife, and hotels, building a weekend around your event is an easy way to experience more of what the area has to offer.
START WITH SOMETHING LOCAL
Come hungry because Nampa has plenty of places to grab a bite before or after your event. Stay close to the Ford Idaho Center with a stop at Idaho Pizza Company, or head into Downtown Nampa to explore its growing collection of locally owned resturants, coffe shops, and gathering spots. Idaho Pizza Company is specifically included on the Ford Idaho Centers Attractions page and is located on North Idaho Center Boulevard
If your weekend takes you farther into the Treasure Valley, youll find even more dining options throughout Boise, Meridian and Eagle
GRAB A DRINK & EXPERIENCE THE NIGHTLIGHT
Keep the night going by exploring Nampas local nightlife. Head Downtown for cocktails, local hangouts, and entertainment or stay closer to the area with a visit to Birreria El Semaforo.
You can also make your way to spots like Craft Lounge or Pub & Putt in Downtown Nampa, giving you plenty of options for a drink before the event or somewhere to keep the evening going afterward
MAKE TIME FOR SHOPPING
Turn the afternoon before your event into a little shopping trip. Vistors looking for secondhand finds can make stops at Platos Closet or Uptown Cheapskate, or spend time exploring locally owned shops throughout Downtown Nampa.
EXPLORE BEYOND THE EVENT
Your ticket doesnt have to be the only thing on the itinerary. Nampa has several attractions worth adding to your weekend, including the Warhawk Air Museum and Sawtooth Winery. There is also local Nampa parks, community spaces, and attraction you can explore before heading to the venue!
STAY THE NIGHT
Instead of driving home after the event, make a weekend of it. Visitors have several hotel options close to the Ford Idaho Center, Including Hampton Inn & Suites, Home2 Suites, My Place Boise/Nampa, Best Wester Plus - Peppertree Nampa, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Fairfield Inn & Suites Mariott, and Everhome Suites. Hampton Inn & Suites is located right next door to the venue.
Staying overnight give you more time for breakfast, shopping, sightseeing, or another local stop the next morning, turning one event into a much bigger experience.
SPEND SOME TIME IN DOWNTOWN NAMPA
During the warmer months, Third Thursday brings live music, food, local vendors, activities, and themed experiences Downtown from May through September. The Nampa Farmers Market is another option, taking place on Saturdays during its regular season.
BUILD YOUR WEEKEND WITH VISIT NAMPA
Not sure where to start? Visit Nampa is a great resource for discovering things to do, places to eat, local attractions, events, and ideas for exploring the city.
Use visitnampa.org to help plan the rest of your trip and discover even more ways to experience the community while you're here.
Your ticket may be what brings you to the Treasure Valley, but it doesn't have to be the only thing you experience.
Come for the event. Stay for the weekend. Explore everything in between.
