Nampa Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Nampa and surrounding areas
Experience the holiday season in Nampa with Holiday lights along 2nd Street and lively holiday activities centered on downtown and Ford Idaho Center area. Attend the Nampa Christmas Tree Lighting & Shop Small Saturday or enjoy the Canyon County Christmas Show for seasonal entertainment and family-friendly festivities. From festive events to seasonal attractions and holiday markets, Nampa offers a warm selection of things to do that highlight local charm during the Christmas season.
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Christmas Lights
7 eventsCommunity tree lighting with Santa and illuminated parade floats.
Christmas Markets
6 eventsAnnual Christmas Tree Lighting and Shop Small Saturday celebration.
Other Christmas Activities
10 eventsAnnual Winter Lights Parade and Tree Lighting Celebration
Editor's Picks (6)
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Winter Lights Parade
(Meridian)
Annual Winter Lights Parade and Tree Lighting Celebration
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Winter Garden aGlow
(Boise)
Mesmerizing light displays in a botanical garden setting.
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Meridian Winter Lights Parade and Tree Lighting Celebration
(Meridian)
Community tree lighting with Santa and illuminated parade floats.
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Winter Wonderland Festival
(Caldwell)
Over one million lights illuminating downtown.
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Nampa Christmas Tree Lighting & Shop Small Saturday
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Shop Small Saturday celebration.
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77th Annual Boise Holiday Parade
(Boise)
77th annual parade with 'A Storybook Christmas' theme
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Christmas Shows Near Nampa
Christmas shows, theater performances, and holiday entertainment in Nampa.
Liberty Quartet Christmas Concert
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The biggest annual events include the City of Nampa Christmas Tree Lighting in late November and the Canyon County Christmas Show held at the Ford Idaho Center. Both events draw large crowds and offer festive entertainment and shopping.
Nampa’s tradition of donating the city Christmas tree, a large Colorado blue spruce, and then recycling it into mulch for parks is a unique community practice. The city also emphasizes supporting local businesses with events like Shop Small Saturday during the holiday season.
Several neighborhoods participate in the annual Christmas Light Tour, showcasing some of the best neighborhood displays. While specific names vary yearly, community favorites often include well-decorated residential areas that welcome visitors to stroll or drive through.
Local makers and Christmas markets can be found at the Nampa Civic Center during events like the Craft & Chocolate Affaire, as well as at the Canyon County Christmas Show near Nampa. These venues host a wide range of artisans and vendors offering unique holiday gifts.
Free activities include visiting neighborhood light displays mapped out in the Christmas Light Tour and attending free admission markets like the Craft & Chocolate Affaire. Downtown Nampa also offers festive events and free parking during holiday shopping days.
Families can enjoy the Christmas Tree Lighting event with Santa visits, walkable light displays, and kid-friendly markets featuring crafts and treats. The Canyon County Christmas Show also offers activities suitable for children, making it a great family outing.