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Mardi Gras in March in Garden City: An Unforgettable Staycation Destination

This March, Garden City transforms into a vibrant hub of Mardi Gras festivities, inviting you to explore, stay, play, and experience the unique charm of our community. It’s the perfect staycation spot, offering a blend of excitement and relaxation.

Discover Garden City: A Passport to Adventure

• Explore Unique Tastes and Places: From March 1st to March 16th, pick up your free passport at participating local businesses, collect unique stamps, and explore the vibrant life of our community. Your Mardi Gras Passport is your key to uncovering the hidden gems and gastronomic delights of Garden City. Each stamp on your passport is a mark of visitation and a treasure trove of unique tastes and experiences. Lodging, eats, treats, entertainment, shopping, and more: Check out the list of amazing participating businesses.
• Win Fantastic Staycation Prizes: Pick up your passport from any participating business March 1-16. Collect stamps and get a chance to win fantastic staycation prizes and a taste of local delicacies, showcasing the best of Garden City. STARTING MARCH 1, GET YOUR PASSPORT HERE.

The Block Party: A Centerpiece of Celebration

March 16
11 am – 4 pm
36th & Osage

🎵 Live Entertainment: Immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms of live music, a cornerstone of our cultural festivities.

🍔 Culinary Delights: Savor the diverse flavors offered by various food trucks, an authentic taste of Garden City’s culinary scene.

🎭 Embrace the Mardi Gras Spirit: Don your festive attire and join in the Mardi Gras revelry.

🛍️ Local Artisans and Vendors: Explore the crafts and products of local artisans, adding a unique touch to your staycation experience.

🤹 Street Performances: Be captivated by the talent and skill of our local entertainers.

🎨 Family-Friendly Fun: Engage in activities that promise fun for all ages.

Everyone’s Invited: Be Part of Our Community

• Seize the Staycation Moment: Submit your passport for a chance in the ‘second chance’ drawing at the Riverside Hotel, even if you can’t attend the Block Party.

Choose Garden City for Your Next Staycation

Garden City’s Mardi Gras in March is more than a festival; it invites exploring, connecting, and relaxing in a unique and vibrant setting. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly getaway, cultural exploration, or just a fun place to unwind, choose Garden City for an experience that combines the excitement of travel with the comforts of home. Join us and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Stay and Play in Garden City, an Oasis from Ordinary. Ask for the Mardi Gras rate at The Riverside Hotel – Boise . $165 plus tax Valid *March 1st & 2nd *March 8th & 9th *March 15th & 16th.

There is so much to love about Garden City. It’s an easy as reciting the ABCs.

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by Nick Jezierny, September 2023 Community Blog Contest Winner

A is for Arts.

Garden City is full of art, with so many galleries and creative spaces that there are too many to list but you can learn more here.

B is for Breweries.

And Garden City has a bunch of them. Check out Barbarian Brewing, Brown Beard Brewing, Clairvoyant Brewing, Idawild Brewing, Powderhaus Brewing, Twisted District, and Western Collective for craft beers and good times.

C is for the Corridor Surf Shop & Necessary Goods.

If you want to try the surf wave, SUP the river, or Quinn’s Pond, here is your place to get geared up and buy some cool merch.

D is for D&B Supply.

With everything from clothing, pet food, lawn and garden to sporting goods, D&B has just about everything.

E is for Expo Idaho.

Home of the Western Idaho Fair and other events throughout the year.

F is for Flipside Fest.

A three-day music and arts festival that includes local, regional, and national musical acts, amazing art, and other hip, cool activities.

G is for Greenbelt Market.

A great place for snacks, drinks, and people-watching along the Greenbelt.

H is for Heron Park.

One of the newer parks in Garden City features a grassy area, steps to the Boise River, and a covered picnic table.

I is for Idaho Pinball Museum.

Check out vintage and modern pinball games, tournaments, and other special events.

J is for J’s Ultimate Hand Wash.

Keep your ride looking clean at this car wash that offers a variety of washes and plans.

K is for Karuna Kava.

A zero-proof non-alcoholic beer and tea room for when you want socialization without the buzz.

L is for Luciano’s.

The Caffé along the greenbelt has a great patio, quality food, and an epic chocolate cake for dessert.

M is for Meriwether Cider.

You’ll be hard-pressed (that’s a pun) to find a better cider anywhere.

N is for North End Organic Nursery.

Gardening supplies, advice, and cool stuff.

O is for OMG Studios.

State-of-the-art facilities for audio, video, and meetings.

P is for Push & Pour.

Coffee, art, events, and the coolest staff await you at Push & Pour.

Q is for Quesadilla.

You can get some quality quesadillas at Barriga’s Mexican Restaurant, El Gallo Giro and Taqueria Las Brazas.

R is for Riverside Hotel.

There is always something happening at the hotel, whether it’s a show at Bar 365 or the Sapphire Room, a conference or live music on the Sandbar patio. It’s definitely the place to stay.

S is for The Stagecoach Inn.

A legendary spot with fantastic food, and a fun bar, and don’t forget to order a slice or two of the four cream pies offered.

T is for Telaya Wine Co.

With a patio right on the Greenbelt and award-winning wines and customer service, no trip to the GC is complete without a stop here. If you like wine, you also should visit Cinder Wines, Coiled Wines, Par Terre Winery, Potter Wines, Rolling Hills Vineyard Tasting Room, and  Split Rail Winery while out and about.

U is for U-Haul.

You’ll need to rent one when you decide it’s time to move to Garden City.

V is Visual Arts Collective.

A contemporary fine arts gallery, performance center, and cultural center committed to presenting exhibitions and events for artists working in visual and performance art, film, music, dance and theater.

W is for Wepa Cafe.

Authentic Puerto Rican cuisine with a fantastic roof-top patio make this a Garden City hotspot.

X is what you hope to roll at Westy’s Garden Lanes, a fine bowling alley and lounge.

For you, non-bowlers, X means a strike (knocking all 10 pins down in one roll).

Y is for Yardarm.

An outdoor surf bar constructed from a shipping container is open from April to mid-October. Don’t forget to order tacos from the boat to go with your ice-cold beverages.

Z is for Zero Waste.

Root’s Zero Waste Market is the first full-service zero-waste grocery store and café in the United States. Great organic produce, made-from-scratch food that is vegan and vegetarian friendly, and bulk food offerings.