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September 26| 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
4th Annual Dahlia Show
Whether you’re a seasoned dahlia grower, a weekend gardener, or someone who simply appreciates beautiful flowers, the 4th Annual Southwest Idaho Dahlia Show promises to inspire.
Hosted by the Southwest Idaho Dahlia Society, the free event takes place Saturday, September 26, at Jack’s Urban Meeting image.pngPlace (JUMP) in downtown Boise. Admission is free, and everyone is invited to experience one of the region’s largest displays of spectacular dahlias.
Now in its fourth year, the show continues to grow as more Idaho gardeners discover the remarkable diversity of dahlias. From tiny pom pons to dinner-plate blooms measuring nearly 10 inches across, visitors will see hundreds of entries in every imaginable color, size and form.
“We’re seeing more and more serious and casual gardeners fall in love with dahlias,” said organizers. “Many of these growers are looking for new ideas, learning from one another, and challenging themselves by exhibiting their best blooms. Whether you’re growing your first dahlia or your hundredth, the show is a celebration of gardening and community.”
The show is open to everyone — flower growers, flower admirers, photographers, families and anyone curious about these extraordinary blooms. Visitors will have the opportunity to view award-winning exhibits, visit with experienced growers, gather gardening tips, and learn more about growing dahlias successfully in Idaho.
We’re thrilled to welcome back Art Weurth, Senior Judge and Officer of the Federation of Northwest Dahlia Growers, whose continued support of our show means so much. We’re also delighted that River’s Dahlias will be joining us. Eugene Kenyon, Senior Judge, and Rosie Cooper-Vert, Candidate Judge, are looking forward to sharing their expertise during our educational session. Whether you’re interested in exhibiting dahlias or learning more about flower farming, you’ll gain valuable insights from these talented growers.
One of the most popular features of the show is Bouquets for the Idaho Foodbank, where local growers donate beautiful floral arrangements that attendees can purchase while supporting a great cause.
Visitors can purchase:
Garden Vase with Dahlias (Class 267) – Beautiful home-display arrangements featuring seven or more dahlias, complemented by other flowers and greenery, with dahlias taking center stage. These unique arrangements sell for $30 each.
Dahlia Market Bunches (Class 269) – Fresh-cut bouquets featuring at least six dahlias, ready to take home or give as a gift. Each bouquet sells for $25.
Every bouquet purchased helps support The Idaho Foodbank, allowing visitors to take home locally grown flowers while giving back to the community.
Event Schedule
10:00 a.m. – Show Opens to the Public
2:00 p.m. – Educational Session with judges
3:00 p.m. – Awards Presentation
5:00 p.m. – Show Closes
The Southwest Idaho Dahlia Society welcomes exhibitors of all experience levels. New exhibitors are encouraged to enter and discover the fun of friendly competition while learning from fellow gardeners.
For show information, including times to enter your dahlias, exhibitor classes, entry rules, and event details, visit southwestidahodahliasociety.com/pages/annual-dahlia-show.
About the Southwest Idaho Dahlia Society
The Southwest Idaho Dahlia Society is dedicated to promoting the enjoyment, cultivation, education and exhibition of dahlias throughout the Treasure Valley. The Society welcomes gardeners of every experience level and offers educational programs, growing resources and community events throughout the year.
Additional Idaho Foodbank Causes
Will Act 4 Food 2026
Sponsored by:Idaho Association of Community Theatre
Witness theatrical magic for a cause! Can writers, actors, and directors create 7 short plays in just 24 hours? You bet they can, at the Will Act 4 Food benefit!
Join us for an unforgettable evening of theater on Saturday, June 13th at 7:30 pm at Boise Little Theater. Witness the creativity and hilarity that unfold as playwrights race against the clock, directors scramble to assemble casts, and actors bring the brand-new scripts to life. More than just entertainment, this event fights hunger! Proceeds benefit The Idaho Foodbank, helping families in need across our state.
Here's what awaits you:
- 7 original short plays (6-10 minutes each) created in just 24 hours!
- Friendly competition: See who wins for Best Show, Best Script, and more!
- Bid on exciting raffle prizes!
- Support a great cause: Help feed Idaho families through The Idaho Foodbank!
Don't miss this one-of-a-kind event! Tickets are available now at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/will-act-4-food-performance-a-theatrical-fundraiser-for-the-idaho-foodbank-tickets-1988916615136?aff=erelexpmlt.
100 E Fort St.
Boise, ID 83712
Simplot's Frydaho
Sponsored by:Simplot
Simplot's "FRYDAHO" is back! This community celebration is a fun, family-friendly, and FREE event to celebrate the things that make Idaho great: Community and French Fries. Come to the JUMP park in downtown Boise on June 12, 2026 for free fries and beef sliders, drinks, music and entertainment.
If you'd like to donate to The Idaho Foodbank in connection with this event, please visit our fundraising page here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/simplot-frydaho-ifb.
1000 W Myrtle St
Boise, ID 83702
Cantastic Creations
Sponsored by:The Idaho Foodbank
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350 N Milwaukee St
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Cantastic Creations
Sponsored by:The Idaho Foodbank
Competing organizations design and build sculptures made entirely of canned goods. These canned good sculptures provide an engaging way for visitors to learn about the fight against hunger in Idaho and promote the presence and capabilities of various businesses and organizations located in the Treasure Valley. These teams use their creativity, design and construction expertise, and collaboration skills to compete against each other to create awe-inspiring and entertaining structures. After the sculptures are dismantled, all the canned goods will be donated to the Idaho Food bank.
350 N Milwaukee St
Boise, Idaho 83704
Pizza Night with Papa Johns!
Sponsored by:Papa Johns
On Thursday, May 28th, place an order from your local Papa Johns here in Idaho and get 20% off any regular priced menu item AND have them donate 20% of your order total to The Idaho Foodbank! All you need to do is give them the code IDFB20 to participate!
Stamp Out Hunger 2026
Sponsored by:National Association of Letter Carriers
Every second Saturday in May, letter carriers in more than 10,000 cities and towns across America head out on their routes to collect donations of non-perishable food items as part of the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive — the largest one-day food drive in the nation. Led by letter carriers represented by the National Association of Letter Carriers (AFL-CIO), with help from rural letter carriers, other postal employees and other volunteers, the drive has delivered more than 1.82 billion pounds of food to hunger relief organizations across the United States in the past 30 years.
You can help! To donate, just place a box or can of non-perishable food next to your mailbox before your letter carrier delivers mail on May 9, 2026. You can also drop off nonperishable food donations at the following United States Post Office locations:
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Cole: 3485 N Cole Rd, Boise, ID 83704
Five Mile: 1350 S Five Mile Rd, Boise, ID 83709
Overland Station: 1650 W Targee St, Boise, ID 83705
Garden City: 8100 W Marigold St, Garden City, ID 83714
Idaho Gives
Sponsored by:Idaho Community Foundation
Join Idaho Gives and help The Idaho Foodbank provide nutritious food to neighbors across our state. During this 4 day online giving event, every gift helps ensure families, children, and seniors have reliable access to the food they need to thrive. Your participation fuels mobile pantries, school-based programs, feeding sites, and partnerships with hundreds of local food pantries serving communities in every corner of Idaho.
Give, share, and rally your friends and family to be part of the generosity that creates real impact close to home. Together, we can turn this week of giving into lasting support for Idahoans facing hunger.
Closing the Hunger Gap
Sponsored by:Alliance Title & Escrow LLC
Join the Alliance Title & Escrow LLC Fund Drive in the fight against hunger by donating to The Idaho Foodbank.
1455 G St Ste 102 Lewiston, ID 83501-2003
Feeding The 5000 Progressive Dinner
Sponsored by:Portneuf Valley Interfaith
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Tickets are $15 per person, and can be purchased at the door or in advance at The Idaho Foodbank warehouse at 555 S. 1st Ave. All proceeds from the dinner will be donated to The Idaho Foodbank to help address food insecurity in East Idaho. We hope to see you there!
Scoops for a Cause
Sponsored by:Negranti Creamery & Coffee
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101 E. Riverside Drive, Ste 102
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