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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
Hunger Relief
Sponsored by:Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
SEL is teaming up to Fight Hunger. $10 = 20 meals in the North Central Region. Donations will stay in the North Central Region feeding the 5 counties. Families, children and seniors will benefit from this campaign. Help us raise $ 5000 = 10,000 meals!
2350 NE Hopkins Court
pullman, WA 99163 - USA 99163
Caliber Food & Fund Drive
Sponsored by:Caliber Collision
No one should have to wonder where their next meal is coming from. The Caliber Food Drive is Caliber Collision's way of standing beside families in their hardest moments, offering comfort, care, and the simple dignity of a full plate. This year, join us in our most ambitious goal yet, as we aim to provide 8.5 million meals nationwide for those in need.
From April 13 to May 29, 2026, non-perishable food and monetary donations can be made at any Caliber location or conveniently online at CaliberFoodDrive.com. To help strengthen donations, the Caliber Foundation, Caliber's 501(c)(3) non-profit, will donate an additional $0.50 for every dollar raised. Because restoring the rhythm of lives starts with restoring hope.
Feeding the 5000 Grocery Store Food Drive
Sponsored by:Portneuf Valley Interfaith
As part of the Portneuf Valley Interfaith Fellowship's Feeding the 5000 campaign, stores throughout Pocatello will have stations set up on Saturday, April 11th where you can drop off food and make donations to The Idaho Foodbank! Stop by any of these grocery stores around town – Ridley’s, Albertsons, and Fred Meyer – to say hello to our volunteers and to drop off any extra shelf stable food or to make a monetary donation. Everything that gets donated will be turned around and distributed to people within our communities that need it the most!
Fight Hunger. Spark Change. 2026
Sponsored by:Walmart and Sam's Club
The 13th annual Walmart and Sam's Club Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign will run in stores and online from April 6 - May 3, 2026. There are three easy ways for customers to participate and support their local food bank:
· Purchasing participating products in store or online
· Donating and rounding up at checkout in-store or online
· Giving directly online at www.feedingamerica.org/walmart
All donations stay local! Together, we can work towards ensuring our neighbors have access to the nutritious food they need to thrive.
Empty Bowls
Sponsored by:Pocatello Arts Council
Empty Bowls is a meaningful community event that brings people together to share a simple meal and take action against hunger in our region. Guests will enjoy a handcrafted bowl, a warm and nourishing meal, and the opportunity to connect with others who care deeply about ensuring our neighbors have access to food. Each bowl serves as a powerful reminder that while the meal ends, hunger does not.
100% of the proceeds from Empty Bowls directly benefit The Idaho Foodbank, helping provide nutritious food to children, families, seniors, and individuals facing food insecurity across Eastern Idaho. Every ticket purchased helps fund meals, support pantry partners, and strengthen programs that serve our community year-round.
By attending Empty Bowls, guests are not only enjoying a meaningful and memorable experience—they are making a tangible difference. It’s an opportunity to stand alongside neighbors, support a vital cause, and be part of the solution to hunger in Idaho.
6600 Bannock Highway
Pocatello, ID 83204
Pour It Forward: Fred Meyer Cereal Drive
Sponsored by:Fred Meyer
Fred Meyer is hosting a community cereal drive, Pour It Forward, on March 7th! Community members are encouraged to go to your local Fred Meyer to donate cereal. All donations will go to partners of The Idaho Foodbank.
National Pancake Day 2026
Sponsored by:IHOP
National Pancake Day with IHOP is back. Come and celebrate on Tuesday, March 3rd and get a free short stack of their world-famous buttermilk pancakes!
As part of the celebration, customers will be invited to make an in-restaurant donation to the Feeding America network of food banks. All donations stay local - donations made in Idaho will be directed to The Idaho Foodbank.
INL Night at The Spud Kings
Sponsored by:Idaho National Lab
If you're a fan of hockey and you live in East Idaho, you won't want to miss the INL Night at the Spud Kings! INL is teaming up with the Spud Kings hockey team on Thursday, February 19th at the Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls for what is sure to be a fun and exciting night. Not only will INL be sponsoring a fantastic hockey game, but they have also chosen to partner with The Idaho Foodbank to help raise funds during the game which will go towards addressing food insecurity across East Idaho.
That night, all of the players on the Spud Kings will be wearing co-branded INL/Spud Kings jerseys, with those same jerseys getting auctioned off during the game. All of the proceeds from the jersey auction will go directly to The Idaho Foodbank and will allow us to continue providing nutritious food throughout our communities on the East side of the state.
Help us spread the word to get as many hockey fans as possible there and bidding on the jerseys! The goal is to raise enough funds to provide up to 40,000 meals to people in need, so we hope to see you there!
1690 Event Center Drive
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Ice Cream for Breakfast
Sponsored by:The STIL
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Guests will be offered ice cream from The STIL, delicious mini glazed donuts from Guru Donuts, and coffee provided by Slow by Slow, Dawson Taylor Coffee Roasters, Push & Pour, and Flying M Caldwell! Orange juice and mimosas will also be available.
We're hoping to make this year our biggest turnout EVER, so grab the kids, grab the friends, grab your loved ones and enjoy a unique breakfast to support great local causes!
Sportsmen Against Hunger
Sponsored by:Sportsmen Against Hunger
Come join The Idaho Foodbank at the 19th annual Sportsmen Against Hunger fundraiser at the C-A-L Ranch store in Chubbuck!
From 9:00am - 4:00pm on Saturday, January 31st and Sunday, February 1st, representatives from a variety of organizations, including the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, KZBQ FM, the National League of POW/MIA Families, and more will be there to answer questions, give out goodies, and offer raffles - with all donations and proceeds going straight to The Idaho Foodbank to help serve our communities across East Idaho!
So come on down, shop some deals at CAL Ranch, and support The Idaho Foodbank while you're there!
4215 Yellowstone Ave
Chubbuck, ID 83202