KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Location
Hours
Tuesday–Sunday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Parking
- W Shoreline Dr.
- W River St.
- S 13th St.
- S 14th St.
House rules - Prohibited items - Bag policy/restrictions
Low back lawn chairs and dogs are allowed during FREE events only and not allowed during special ticketed events, only blankets at special events.
Stay Connected
ADA accessibility
Pet Policy
Outside food and beverage policy
FAQ
What is Bluebird Social?
Bluebird Social is an outdoor social hub and live music venue located along the Boise Greenbelt in the River Street Quarter. Think of it like a boutique festival ground — a place designed for people to gather over great food, drinks, live music, community events, and unforgettable days and nights along the river.
We’re building a space that feels welcoming, relaxed, energetic, and deeply connected to Boise culture.
Whether you're coming for a concert, a casual afternoon with friends, a themed event, or just a bite and a drink by the river, Bluebird Social is designed to bring people together.
What can guests expect at Bluebird Social?
Guests can expect:
- Live music and entertainment
- Great food and drinks
- Sports watch parties
- Community events and meetups
- Outdoor seating and gathering spaces
- Games and social activities
- Festival-style energy in an everyday setting
The atmosphere is intentionally casual, welcoming, and community-driven — with a focus on creating a true Boise gathering place.
What kind of food and drinks will you have?
Bluebird Social will feature comfort-food favorites, and rotating food vendors on the lineup. Check out our food trucks calendar page for more.
We’ll also have multiple bars serving beer, wine, canned cocktails, and ready-to-drink beverages.
What kind of events and programming will you host?
Programming at Bluebird Social will include:
- Free live music throughout the week
- Touring concerts and ticketed events
- Comedy nights
- Sports watch parties
- Theme nights
- Community & Club meetups
- Disco Dance Parties
- Food & beverage festivals
- Summer day parties
- Game nights and social events
Our goal is to create a calendar that gives Boise something fun to do all season long.
Will most events be free?
Yes — the vast majority of our weekly programming will be free and open to the public. There will be some specialty events, larger concerts, and festivals that will require tickets, but our plan is to make almost everyday an open space to the public.
Where is Bluebird Social located?
Bluebird Social is part of the River Street Quarter Social Collective that is located along the Boise River Greenbelt in downtown Boise at. 1401 W Shoreline Dr. See here for directions and parking.
What are your operating hours?
Our planned regular hours are:
- Tuesday–Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Hours may vary depending on concerts, private events, or special programming.
When are you opening?
Our doors will be open early June 2026
How large will events be?
The Bluebird Social venue is built for flexibility, to create the perfect experience around any event scope or size. Capacities will vary depending on the event type, seating, activations and other factors. Some days may host a few hundred guests, while larger concerts and special events could accommodate in excess of 1,000 attendees.
Is Bluebird Social family-friendly?
Yes, of course!. Our general operating hours will always be family-friendly and community-oriented. As well, almost all of our daytime events will be family-friendly. However, some evening concerts or specialty programming may be 21+ depending on the event, but will be clearly noted on the event listings for those events..
Will Bluebird Social be dog-friendly?
We love dogs and plan to allow well-behaved, leashed dogs during standard operating hours unless otherwise noted for specific events.
Will there be parking available?
Yes. There are multiple parking options throughout the surrounding blocks, including nearby free street parking and surrounding paid lots. We also encourage guests to bike, walk, rideshare, or use the Greenbelt when possible. Riding or walking on the Greenbelt to the Bluebird Social is part of the whole experience when you have a River Greenbelt as beautiful as Boise’s. Please refer to our Getting here page for more information.
Will you host private events?
Yes. Bluebird Social will be available for select private events, brand activations, corporate gatherings, community events, and celebrations.
How can I stay updated on events and announcements?
Follow us on social media and join our email list for:
- Concert, Festival & Events announcements
- Pre-Sale Opportunities
- Special Discounts and Comp Ticket Promotions
- Event schedules
- Opening updates
- Ticket drops
- Community events
- Special programming
- Bluebird Clubs meetups
How can artists, vendors, or creators get involved?
We’re always looking to collaborate with event creators, musicians, artists, performers, food vendors, and community organizers. We have built Bluebird Social to be Boise’s Social Hub – it’s not just for our events, it is for your events too. Have a great event but need the right venue, call us. Have a great event idea but need a team to help bring it to life, call us. You want to perform on our stage, want to create art on our canvas, what to bring a culinary experience to life, call us.
Contact us through our website or social channels to introduce yourself and share your work.
How do I perform or collaborate with Bluebird?
We’d love to hear from you. Musicians, DJs, vendors, artists, creators, and community partners can reach out through our contact page or socials.
What’s the vibe?
Relaxed. Social. Music-forward. A little nostalgic, a little festival-inspired, and very Boise summer.