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SUMMARY:Bus to Soul Food Fest
DESCRIPTION:Skip the parking and take Valley Regional Transit to the Boise Soul Food Festival at Julia Davis Park! The festival takes place from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and several VRT routes stop right in front of the park\, making it easy to get there. \n\nBUS TO SOUL FOOD FEST\nComing from South Boise? \nRoute #3 Vista stops directly in front of Julia Davis Park. Buses are scheduled to arrive every 30 minutes from 7:15 AM to 9:30 PM from the airport to downtown Boise along Vista. \nComing from West Boise? \n\nRoute #5 Emerald stops directly in front of Julia Davis Park. We are adding more service from Towne Square Mall to downtown Boise via Emerald\, with buses arriving every hour from 8 AM to 11 AM and every 30 minutes from 11 AM to 8 PM. \nPark & Ride for free at Towne Square Mall! \nComing from Overland? \n\nRoute #29 Overland stops directly in front of Julia Davis Park. Buses are scheduled to arrive every hour from 8:30 AM to 7 PM from Towne Square Mall to downtown Boise via Overland. \nPark & Ride for free at Towne Square Mall! \n\nHOW TO PAY\nYou can pay your fare: \n💵 With cash or coins when you board the bus\, or\n📱 Through the Umo Mobility app for a quick and convenient digital payment experience. \nFares \nAdults: $2.50 for an all-day pass \nReduced Fare Riders: $1.25 for an all-day pass (youth\, older adults\, and people with disabilities) \nYouth Ride Free: Kids ages 6–18 can ride FREE through the end of August with a Youth Ride Free pass. Be sure to sign up before your trip here: Youth Ride Free – Valley Regional Transit \nFirst ride free: Your first ride is on VRT! Plan your trip and claim your pass at ridevrt.org/firstride. \n\nPLAN AHEAD\nBe sure to plan your trip in advance and check return schedules so you don’t miss the last bus home. We recommend using the ETA Transit app for real-time bus arrivals and the Umo Mobility app to purchase fares and manage your pass. \n\n    VRT Tools & Apps\n\n \nWe can’t wait to see you at the Boise Soul Food Festival!
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/ride-the-bus-to-soul-food-fest/
CATEGORIES:Boise,Community,Extra Hours,Supplemental Service
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SUMMARY:Idaho 4th of July Parade
DESCRIPTION:Idaho 4th of July Parade\nValley Regional Transit will be participating in the Idaho 4th of July Parade in Downtown Boise\, joining thousands of Idahoans in celebrating Independence Day and America’s 250th birthday. \nVRT will be showcasing our 250 American-wrapped bus as part of this community-wide celebration of patriotism\, service\, and civic pride. The bus serves as a rolling tribute to the people and communities that public transportation connects throughout the Treasure Valley\, and we’re excited to share it with parade attendees along the route. \nThe Idaho 4th of July Parade brings together veterans\, community organizations\, businesses\, marching bands\, elected officials\, and families from across the state for one of Idaho’s premier Independence Day celebrations. The event begins with community activities and a pancake breakfast before the parade makes its way from the Boise State area to the Idaho State Capitol. \nCommunity events like the Idaho 4th of July Parade provide an opportunity for VRT to celebrate alongside the people we serve while raising awareness about the transportation services that help connect residents to work\, school\, healthcare\, recreation\, and community events every day. \nEvent Details\n📍 Starting around the Morrison Center\, traveling down Capitol Blvd. to Downtown Boise\n📅 Saturday\, July 4\, 2026\n⏰ Parade begins at 10:00 AM \nVRT is proud to be part of this historic celebration and looks forward to sharing the spirit of community\, freedom\, and connection with parade attendees from across Idaho. Keep an eye out for the VRT 250 bus along the parade route and give us a wave as we roll by! \n 
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/idaho-4th-of-july-parade/
LOCATION:Downtown Boise
CATEGORIES:Boise,Community,Outreach,Parades,Supplemental Service
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SUMMARY:VRT at First Thursday Under the Tree: Celebrating America 250
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be bringing our special America 250 commemorative bus to Cherie Buckner-Webb Park as part of this community celebration honoring Boise’s place in America’s story. Stop by to explore the beautifully wrapped bus\, meet the VRT team\, learn about public transportation in the Treasure Valley\, and discover how transit has helped connect our communities for generations. \nWe’ll also be signing up eligible youth for Youth Ride Free and handing out Youth Ride Free bus cards on-site\, making it easy for kids and teens to ride VRT buses for free this summer. Whether you’re new to transit or already a regular rider\, our team will be there to answer questions and help you get ready to ride. \nThis family-friendly evening will feature live music\, snow cones\, local history\, and community organizations celebrating the diverse people and stories that have shaped Boise. Don’t forget to snap a photo with our America 250 bus and share your celebration with friends! \n📅 Thursday\, July 2\, 2026\n🕔 5:00–7:00 PM\n📍 Cherie Buckner-Webb Park\n1100 W. Bannock St.\, Boise \nJoin us as we celebrate 250 years of American history while connecting our community through public transportation. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-at-first-thursday-under-the-tree-celebrating-america-250/
LOCATION:Cherie Buckner-Webb Park\, 1100 W Bannock St\, Boise\, ID 83702\, Boise\, ID\, 83702
CATEGORIES:Boise,Community,Outreach,Youth Ride Free
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SUMMARY:Downtown Boise's Father's Day Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Boise Father’s Day Car Show 🚗⚡🚌\nValley Regional Transit participated in the Downtown Boise Father’s Day Car Show\, bringing one of our electric buses to the event and connecting with community members throughout the day at the Idaho State Capitol. \nAs attendees explored hundreds of classic\, custom\, and specialty vehicles\, VRT staff shared information about local transit services\, Youth Ride Free\, and sustainable transportation options available throughout the Treasure Valley. Visitors also had the opportunity to step aboard one of VRT’s electric buses\, learn more about our fleet\, and ask questions about riding transit. \nOne of the highlights of the day was our “Bus Dad Jokes” activity\, where attendees could submit their best (or worst!) dad jokes for a chance to win prizes. The activity sparked plenty of laughs and conversations while helping introduce community members to VRT in a fun and approachable way. \nEvents like the Father’s Day Car Show provide valuable opportunities for VRT to engage with residents\, showcase public transportation\, and demonstrate how transit can be part of a more connected and sustainable transportation network. \nEvent Details📍 Idaho State Capitol📅 Sunday\, June 14\, 2026⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/downtown-boises-fathers-day-car-show/
LOCATION:Idaho State Capitol\, 700 W Jefferson St\, Boise\, ID 83702\, Boise\, ID\, 83702
CATEGORIES:Boise,Community,Outreach,Youth Ride Free
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SUMMARY:World Refugee Day
DESCRIPTION:World Refugee Day Boise 2026 🌍🚌\nValley Regional Transit will be joining the community for World Refugee Day Boise 2026\, a celebration of the cultures\, stories\, and contributions of refugees who have made Idaho their home. \nThis free\, family-friendly event brings together community organizations\, local businesses\, artists\, performers\, and residents for a day of connection and cultural celebration. Attendees can enjoy international food\, shopping\, live music\, dance performances\, and activities for all ages while learning about resources and services available throughout the Treasure Valley. \nVRT will be on-site sharing information about public transportation services\, travel training opportunities\, and programs that help connect people to jobs\, education\, healthcare\, and community destinations. Stop by our table to learn how transit can support greater mobility and independence\, ask questions about riding the bus\, and pick up transit resources. \nWe look forward to celebrating with our community and helping connect people to the places and opportunities that matter most. \nEvent Details\n📍 JUMP📅 Saturday\, June 20\, 2026⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nFree and open to the public. Bring your friends and family and join us for a day of food\, culture\, music\, and community. #WorldRefugeeDay #RideVRT #BoiseCommunity #WelcomingCommunities #PublicTransitForAll
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/world-refugee-day-2/
LOCATION:Jack’s Urban Meeting Place (JUMP)\, 1000 W Myrtle Street\, Boise\, ID\, 83702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boise,Community,Outreach
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