General Festival FAQ

Do I need tickets for the Boise Pride Festival?
No. The Festival is completely free. We do ask for donations at the entrance or online as Boise Pride is a nonprofit organization.

What forms of payment are accepted at the Boise Pride Festival?
For adult beverage/alcohol sales cash will not be accepted. Forms of payment accepted for alcohol sales are credit card, Apple Pay, Venmo, and Samsung Pay.
Accepted forms of payment for food vendors and Festival booths are at each vendor’s discretion.

Is there an ATM on the festival ground?
There is no ATM on the festival grounds

Are face masks required at the Festival?
Face coverings are optional at the Boise Pride Festival.

Are you checking vaccination status for attendees?
We are not checking for vaccine cards at the Festival; however, if you are not feeling well or have been recently exposed to COVID-19, please do not attend.

Are pets allowed at the Festival?
All pets must be leashed. You assume full responsibility for your pet and your pet’s behavior.

Are there any restrictions on what I can bring with me to the Festival?

• Purses, backpacks, and other bags are allowed and will be subject to search.

• Coolers are not to exceed 18 inches by 14 inches by 14 inches (18” x 14” x 14”). Firearms and weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited.

• Outside alcohol is NOT permitted, and alcohol purchased within the park is NOT permitted to leave the park under any circumstances.

• Any non-alcoholic beverages brought in must be in their original, unopened container. Travel cups are not permitted.

Is smoking allowed at the Festival?
Smoking and vaping of any kind is PROHIBITED in all areas of the park.

Are there any other Festival policies I should be aware of?

• Personal Items = Personal Responsibility. You are solely responsible for your personal items. You assume all risk of their loss or damage. Lost and Found will be located at Boise Pride Festival Tent.

• The use of private drones is NOT permitted at any time.

• No unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling, giveaways, or posting of signs or placards to any surface. We welcome you to register as a Festival vendor next year.

• Boise Police Department is responsible for enforcement of all applicable Boise City Ordinances.

• Boise Pride Festival reserves the right to request the removal of any group(s) or individual(s) at any time.

• SMILE! Promotional videos and photos will be taken at all Boise Pride events. By entering, you grant Boise Pride Festival, Inc. permission to use your likeness in all future promotional material, including but not limited to social media outlets, brochures, videos, and other printed materials.

How do I perform at Boise Pride?
Please sign up for our email list to find out when opportunities open for the Festival in 2024.

Who do I contact for press inquiries?
Please send any inquiries to press@boisepridefest.org.