Wins USA Today 10 Best Readers Choice Award
Guess what? Idaho® Potato Drop won the USA 10 Best New Year’s Eve Drops two years in a row!
Not bad for a small team running a FREE and charitable event. Thanks to our awesome local and national sponsors, we help us pull off this spud”tacular” event. Big shoutout to everyone who voted – fingers crossed for another nomination this year!
Idaho® Potato Drop
Ski & Snowboard Jam
Urban Air
Athletes will test their mettle at the Idaho® Potato Drop Urban-Air Ski and Snowboard Exhibition with the Onslaught Crew, hosted by Tamarack Resort. This cutting-edge snow park is the first of its kind, utilizing custom-built features such as a high-speed tow-in winch and the largest jump in Idaho!
Food, drinks & Activities
From Local Vendors
Additional activities in the park include games and raffles with prizes for Spec-Taters. Sample delicious local food and grab a hot toddy the all-ages beer garden near the vendor camp located throughout the park. Don’t forget to snap a picture with Spuddy Buddy and the Big Idaho® Potato Tour truck!
Become A Vendor
At The Idaho® Potato Drop
The Idaho® Potato Drop has returned and we are expecting an enormous crowd for the event. We need experienced, agile and excited vendors to enhance our event and serve the community at large. In its inaugural year, the Idaho® Potato Drop had over 40,000 attendees and received national/world media attention.
Idaho New Year’s Commission, LLC invites you to apply to be a part of this amazing event.
13th annual
Idaho® Potato Drop
New YEAR’s EVE must-see EVENT
Boise, Idaho
When the countdown to the new year begins, Inland Crane will ‘Drop’ it like it’s hot to a world-class pyrotechnic display! Ring in the New Year right— celebrate what makes Idaho unique with everyone LIVE at the Idaho State Capitol! Sound like a community event you would like to support learn about our sponsorship opportunities.
Idaho® Potato Drop
VIP PASS HOLDER Experience
MUST BE 21 and Older
Whether you are looking for an up-close look at the action or you want a more panoramic view away from the crowd, our VIP Passes give access to some extra perks and locations that will make your night! Enjoy a complimentary drink, before you spend the night listening to live music while staying warm and toasty. Get your ticket today!
Places To Stay
Boise has a variety of high-quality accommodations for your stay. Book today to make sure you are ready for the Idaho® Potato Drop New Year’s Eve event.
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Fun in Boise Idaho
Things to check out While you are here
Boise has plenty of things to keep you busy until the New Year’s Eve party starts. If you are looking for a more sporty activity think about going skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, tubing or ice skating in the surrounding area. If you want to enjoy a more relaxed activity viewing the holiday films at the Egyptian Theatre, visiting the winter holiday market or going on a carriage ride downtown might be up your alley. Want to feature your business, click the button below.
Restaurants To Try
Whether you are looking for a gourmet experience or just happy to trying something new, Boise’s food scene is hopping. Check out some of our favorite eateries.
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