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August 22 1:00 AM

Route 9 bus 821 is running 12 down due to traffic

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August 22 1:00 AM

Route 2 bus 706 is running 11 down due to traffic

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August 22 1:00 AM

Route 9 bus 801 is running 10 down due to traffic

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August 21 5:00 AM

The stop at Glenwood and Chinden, near the Fairgrounds, has been closed. A temp stop has been placed on the far side of the entrance to the Fairground Parking Lot.

August 18 5:00 AM

Due to road construction, Route 16 will be on detour August 18 - September 25. A temporary stop will be placed on Garrison near the Skate Park

August 13 4:00 AM

The stop on Latah and Alpine towards MSS is closed for construction and temp stop placed near side.

August 11 4:00 AM

Route 28 is on small detour at Frank Church High School; the bus will be taking right onto Salt Creek from Pro Tech, servicing the temp stop on Salt Creek, and then taking a right on Trabuco back to regular route.

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August 10 4:30 AM

Outbound route 7 and 8 are on new detour. No stops will be missed.

August 06 7:00 AM

Due to construction, Route 40 will be on detour starting Thursday August 8, 2026, until Monday October 26, 2026. Detour is, from Main, right on 27th, left on Pleasonton, right on White Water, U-Turn at round-a-bout, Right to Main to regular route.

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July 30 1:00 AM

Outbound State and Pierce Park stop closed, no temp placed due to construction.

July 01 4:00 AM

Inbound stop on State and 11th is closed, temporary stop placed at State and 12th near side.

June 01 2:00 AM

Route 9 OB stop at State and Ellen's Ferry closed. No temp stop placed.

May 15 4:00 AM

Inbound State and Pierce Park stop closed, no temp placed due to construction.

March 02 1:00 AM

Route 16: Stops on 1st & Idaho and 1st & Bannock will be closed. Please use the bus stop on Main & 1st.

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Bus Day Ever: Family Ride Day

May 23 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Free

Bus Day Ever – Family Fun Day 🚌🚲🌮

Ready for an adventure around the Treasure Valley? Hop on board with Valley Regional Transit for Bus Day Ever – Family Fun Day, a free community event designed to make riding the bus fun, easy, and approachable for everyone!

Whether you’re brand new to public transportation, looking to practice riding with your kids, or wanting to learn more about transit, this interactive experience is the perfect chance to explore your community in a whole new way.

Participants can start their adventure at either:
📍 Main Street Station in Downtown Boise
📍 Boise Towne Square Mall Park & Ride

From there, you’ll pick up your clue packet and jump aboard Route 7 Fairview for a self-guided transit scavenger hunt packed with fun stops, learning opportunities, and community exploration along the way.

 What to Expect

🚌 Ride on Route 7 Fairview – there and back!
🚲 Learn how to safely load and unload your bike on the front bike rack
🗺️ Practice reading bus schedules, maps, and trip-planning tools
📱 Discover apps and resources for riding with confidence
🔍 Participate in a family-friendly transit scavenger hunt
🤝 Meet local transportation and community partners
🎁 Fun giveaways, transit goodies, and community resources
☀️ A relaxed, welcoming environment for all ages and experience levels

🆓 In-person Youth Ride Free sign-ups available at the event so kids and teens can get ready to ride free all summer long!

🚍 Perfect For

  • Families looking for a fun weekend activity
    • Kids and teens learning independence skills
    • New riders wanting hands-on practice
    • Cyclists interested in combining bikes + buses
    • Anyone curious about public transportation in the Treasure Valley

🎒 What to Bring

✔ Comfortable clothes and walking shoes
✔ Water bottle & sunscreen
✔ Your bike and helmet (optional)
✔ Curiosity, questions, and adventure energy!

💡 Why Attend?

Public transportation can open the door to jobs, parks, libraries, school, events, and everyday adventures — and learning to ride should feel exciting, not intimidating. Bus Day Ever is all about helping our community feel more connected, confident, and ready to ride.

Come explore Boise one bus stop at a time! 🚌✨

Details

Date:
May 23
Time:
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cost:
Free
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Organizers

Communities for Youth
Valley Regional Transit

Venue

Main Street Station
777 W. Main St.
Boise, ID 83702 United States
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Phone
(208)345-7433
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