Discover Exciting Events in Historic Downtown Pocatello
WE LOVE EVENTS! There are a variety of events that take place throughout the year in Historic Downtown Pocatello!
Below is our Events Calendar and a description of our signature events. Downtown businesses and merchants host
a variety of events as well. For a complete list of all the events in the area, please be sure to check out
our
Facebook page for updates on current and upcoming events.
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3pm Trick-or-Treat Downtown
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5pm First Friday Art Walk
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11am Pocatello Veterans Day Parade
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6:30pm Christmas Night Lights Parade
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Historic Downtown Pocatello’s Annual Christmas Night Lights Parade!
Friday, November 28th
Parade Begins Moving at 6:30pm
2025 Theme: "Traditions of Christmas Past"
This year’s Christmas Adventure begins on Friday, November 28 at 6:30 p.m. when the Night Lights Parade starts winding its way through Downtown.
Registration is now open!
Click here for parade information, the map and registration.
Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 29, 2025
Shopping and Dining Small has never been better! The Downtown merchants and businesses invite you and your family to come enjoy a day of shopping and dining specials! Santa will be at The Yellowstone Restaurant from 11:00a.m. to 3:00p.m. for free visits, photos, milk & cookies! Plan now to come enjoy the Traditions of Christmas Past including jingle bell necklaces, the Talking Christmas Tree, wooden train whistles, gingerbread craft kits, trolley rides, fiber optic glow sticksm Downtown Dollars giveaway, hats & mittens for the kids and new this year, Fries with Frosty!
15th Annual Gate City Brewfest
Saturday March 9, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Locations throughout Downtown Pocatello
The 14th Annual Gate City Brewfest will be returning to Pocatello on Saturday, March 9, 2026. From 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. brewers will offer over 80 different beers for tasting in restaurants, breweries, pubs and bars throughout Downtown Pocatello. Sample craft beers new to our area plus local and regional favorites.
Tickets go on sale in December.
Portneuf Valley Farmers Market
Saturdays May-October
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
At Lookout Point, 435 W. Center St.
For 2026 vendor information, please contact Ellen Loomis, Market Manager, at 208-705-7333.
Revive @ 5 Free Wednesday Evening Concerts
June 4 to August 27
Every Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
At Lookout Point 435 W. Center St.
Join the Bannock Civitan Club as they host Revive @ 5 every Wednesday June-August. From 5-8:00 p.m. these free concerts feature a different band on stage every week, food trucks serving delicious food, cold beverages, and fun for the entire family!
Welcome Back Orange & Black
ISU's First Day of Class 2026
At Lookout Point, 435 W. Center St.
4:00-7:00 p.m.
Idaho State University students will once again have the opportunity to meet community businesses, win prizes, enjoy free giveaways, music and a variety of booths and entertainment during the 15th annual “Welcome Back Orange and Black”
Downtown's Great Pumpkin Fest
Saturday, October 3, 2026
From 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Locations throughout Historic Downtown Pocatello
The Great Pumpkin Fest returns to Historic Downtown Pocatello on Saturday October 3 , along with the Portneuf Valley Farmers Market Harvest Festival and Apple Pie Contest. From 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. enjoy a beautiful Fall Saturday strolling through the festivities and visiting our local shops, coffee stops, bakeries, restaurants and breweries. Come Join Us!
Trick-or-Treat Downtown
Friday, October 30
From 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Locations throughout Historic Downtown Pocatello
Trick-or-Treat Downtown will take place on Friday, October 30, from 3:00-5:30 p.m. Our merchants and businesses will have treats for all of the little ghosts and goblins! Come in costume and walk business to business enjoying a safe, daytime Halloween event.
There is Always Something Happening in Downtown!
Our staff and Promotions & Events Committee are continuously working to bring additional events to Downtown. If you have an upcoming event planned in Downtown or an event you would like to bring to Pocatello, please contact the Historic Downtown Pocatello office. Our contact information appears below.
Our events would not be possible without the generous help and support of many community volunteers, supporters and friends!
