Nampa Music Fest and September Events: Your Late Summer Weekend Guide Near Greenleaf

August is winding down, but the Treasure Valley events calendar is far from finished. September brings a fresh wave of live music, art festivals, community celebrations, and Oktoberfest fun, all within a short drive of Greenleaf. Whether you are a music lover, an art enthusiast, or just looking for a reason to spend a weekend afternoon with the family, here is your guide to the best September happenings near 20602 Academy Rd.

3rd Annual Downtown Nampa Music Festival: September 4

Kicking off the Labor Day weekend, the Downtown Nampa Music Festival returns for its third year on Friday, September 4, from 5:00 to 10:00 PM at Lloyd Square Park on 14th Avenue South in downtown Nampa. This locally focused festival celebrates the Treasure Valley's vibrant music scene with live performances across multiple genres, all set in the heart of one of Idaho's most walkable downtowns.

The main stage at Lloyd Square Park is open to all ages, and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for a relaxed evening under the trees. Food trucks and local vendors line the park, and the atmosphere is warm, community-focused, and family-friendly. Tickets are just $10 per person, making it one of the most affordable music events of the season.

From 20602 Academy Rd in Greenleaf, the festival is about a 20-minute drive southeast. It is an easy evening outing to cap off the summer season.

3rd Annual Downtown Nampa Music Festival
Friday, September 4, 2026 · 5:00 to 10:00 PM
Lloyd Square Park, 14th Ave S, Downtown Nampa
Tickets: $10 · All ages · Bring lawn chairs and blankets

Nampa's Third Thursday: September 17

Downtown Nampa comes alive on Third Thursday, the monthly block party that has become a Treasure Valley tradition. The September 17 edition (5:30 to 8:30 PM) promises live music, street performers, vendor booths, food trucks, and extended hours at downtown shops and galleries. September's Third Thursday also serves as a Birthday Celebration for downtown Nampa, with special activities and treats to mark the occasion.

Third Thursday draws families, couples, and friend groups for an evening of strolling, shopping, and community connection. It is free to attend and runs along 13th Avenue and First Street in the Nampa Historic District. From Greenleaf, it is about 20 minutes door to door.

Nampa Home & Lifestyle Expo: September 25-27

Homeowners will want to mark the weekend of September 25 through 27 for the free Nampa Home & Lifestyle Expo, Fall Edition at The Center at the Canyon County Fairgrounds (111 S Canyon Street, Nampa). Running Friday 12-6 PM, Saturday 10 AM-5 PM, and Sunday 11 AM-4 PM, it brings home improvement and decorating show-only deals, live demonstrations, prize drawings, and local contractors and designers under one roof.

The expo is an excellent complement to the Art in the Park festival in Boise (September 11-13) and offers a practical, community-focused way to spend an afternoon, especially for homeowners planning fall projects. Admission is free, and the fairgrounds are about a 20-minute drive from 20602 Academy Rd.

Oktoberfest at the Nampa Civic Center: September 26

The same weekend as the Festival of the Arts, the Nampa Civic Center (311 3rd Street S) hosts its own Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday, September 26. Featuring German-inspired food, local craft brews, live music, and festive decor, this indoor event offers a warm and lively atmosphere as autumn settles in.

Between the Festival of the Arts and Oktoberfest, the weekend of September 25-27 is one of the busiest and most enjoyable of the fall season. With all of it just 20 minutes from Greenleaf, you can plan a full weekend of cultural outings and still be home in time to enjoy a quiet evening in your own backyard.

September Farmers Markets Continue

All four of the area's favorite farmers markets continue through September:

• Greenleaf Farmers Market — Wednesdays, 3:00-6:00 PM on Highway 19. Fresh local produce, baked goods, honey, and handmade crafts just minutes from home.
• Farm to Fork Market, Caldwell — Tuesdays, 5:00-8:00 PM at Indian Creek Plaza, with Tuesdays on the Creek live music from 6-9 PM.
• Meridian Monday Night Market — Mondays, 4:00-9:00 PM on Main Street in Meridian, through September.
• Nampa Farmers Market — Saturdays, 9:00 AM-1:30 PM, through October.

Why Greenleaf Is the Perfect Base for Treasure Valley Living

Events like these are what make the Treasure Valley such a vibrant place to live. And living in Greenleaf means you get to enjoy all of them without sacrificing the peace, privacy, and space of rural Canyon County. At 20602 Academy Rd, you can spend Friday night at the Nampa Music Festival, Saturday exploring art at the fairgrounds, and Sunday relaxing in your own fenced yard with a fire pit and a producing peach tree.

With solar panels keeping energy costs low, a remodeled kitchen for home cooking, and enough space to spread out, this home offers the best of both worlds. I would love to show it to you.

Contact me to schedule a tour of 20602 Academy Rd and see for yourself what makes Greenleaf such a special place to call home.