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Twinkling Lights and Holiday Sights
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The holiday season is now in full swing, and the Treasure Valley is buzzing with festive fun! From twinkling lights to family-friendly activities, thereâs something for everyone to enjoy as we wrap up the year.

This week, Iâm sharing five more local events happening now through New Yearâs that will add a little extra sparkle to your season. Letâs dive into the holiday magic! â¨
Glide on Grove in Downtown Boise
Date(s): December 1st through January 1st, 2025
Location: The Grove Plaza in Boise (827 Main St, Boise, ID 83702)
Admission: Free for All Ages
Downtown Boiseâs newest attraction, Glide on Grove, is a free, all-inclusive ice skating rink for the whole community to enjoy. Set around the Cityâs holiday tree, it creates a magical seasonal destination from December 1st through New Yearâs.
Plus, donât miss Santaâs special visits to Glide on Grove from Friday, December 6th through Sunday, December 8th between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm. Donât forget to bring your camera for family photos! This event supports the Womenâs and Childrenâs Alliance.
Winter Lights Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting in Meridian
Date/Time: Friday, December 6th from 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Downtown Meridian (804 N Main St, Meridian, ID 83642)
Admission: Free for All Ages
Kick off the holiday season in Meridian with the Christmas in Meridian Winter Lights Parade and Tree Lighting celebration! Enjoy a parade of dazzling floats, visit with Santa, and join the countdown to light the Christmas tree at Main and Idaho Street.
Arrive early for some fun karaoke at unBound (Meridian's Tech Library) from 6:00-7:00 pm!
An Idaho Country Christmas in Downtown Boise
Date/Time: Saturday, December 7th at 7:30 pm
Location: The Egyptian Theatre in Boise (700 W Main St, Boise, ID 83702)
Admission: Tickets Must be Purchased Online in Advance; All Ages Welcome
Kick off the holiday season with Idahoâs top musicians at An Idaho Country Christmas performance! Enjoy festive classics and hit songs from The Mighty Red Melons, Bill Coffey & His Cash Money Cousins, and James Coberly Smith with Leanne Town. If you love country music and supporting local artists, this is the perfect way to celebrate!
Plus, the Egyptian Theatre will also be showing a variety of classic Christmas movies throughout Decemberâcheck their website for more details.
Avalanche Science Guides at Payette Brewing
Date/Time: Thursday, Dec 12th from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Payette Brewing in Boise (733 S Pioneer St, Boise, ID 83702)
Admission: Free for All Adults (21+)
Get ready for winter with the best in avalanche courses and backcountry guiding! Join ASG at the brewery for four FREE, hands-on avalanche coursesâeach one designed to keep you safe while you enjoy the thrill of the backcountry. With ski/snowboard season in full swing, ASG is here to help you carve epic lines confidently.
Attend one session or allâeach class is standalone, so no prior experience is needed.
12/12 - Session 3: Companion Rescue
12/19 - Session 4: Finding POW
Hometown Gift & Decor Shop Hop in Nampa
Date/Time: Saturday, December 14th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Downtown Nampa (Starting at MB Home Gifts)
Admission: Free for All Ages
Celebrate the season in Downtown Nampa with four festive gift and decor shops, each offering a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus! Enjoy holiday photos, charming decor, and enter our raffle for festive prizes. Grab your favorite shopping buddy and find the perfect gifts to make your holidays merry and bright!
This Season, Make Your Home Every Buyer's Dream
With the holidays right around the corner, homeowners planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait? Some may even consider taking their house off the market until next spring. But is that the best choice? Because at this time of year, your home can really stand out.
Here's the thing: there are plenty of buyers out there who want to be in a new home by the holidays, and your house might be just what theyâre looking for. As an article from Redfin says:
â. . . there is typically less inventory in the housing market this time of year, allowing your home to easily stand out among the available inventory. And though there are technically fewer buyers overall, the homebuyers that are looking are far more serious about finding a home within a specific timeframe. Selling your home during the holidays might be your best present this year.â
1. Serious Buyers Are Looking Right Now
The holiday season doesnât put a pause on the desire to own a home. Sure, some buyers might delay their search until next year, but others have a reason they need to move now. These buyers are highly motivated and ready to make a serious offer. As Investopedia says:
âAnyone shopping for a new home between Thanksgiving and New Yearâs is likely going to be a serious buyer. Putting your home on the market at this time of year and attracting a serious buyer can often result in a quicker sale.â
2. You Have an Inventory Edge
While there are more homes coming to the market right now, overall, the number of houses available to buy is still low.
So, what does that mean for you? If you work with a trusted agent to price your house right, it could still sell pretty quickly. Thatâs because todayâs buyers are on the hunt for quality options â and your home may be exactly what theyâre searching for.
3. You Have Control Over Your Showings
Selling during the holidays doesnât mean constantly disrupting your schedule. You have the flexibility to set up showings at times that work best for you. This is especially helpful during a busy season, and many buyers are likely to be more flexible with their schedules since they often have extra time off around the holidays.
Now, itâs always better to offer more flexible access to your house. But the reality is, you donât have to stop the process entirely â especially when you have a great agent to help you navigate each step along the way.
4. Holiday DĂŠcor Can Make Your House Shine
For many buyers, a tastefully decorated home can create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Itâs easy for them to imagine holiday gatherings and cozy nights in a space that feels just right. Keep your choices simple to let your homeâs charm shine through. An article on holiday home-selling advises:
âIf youâre selling around a holiday and have decorations up, make sure they accentânot overpowerâa room. Less is more.â
Bottom Line
There are plenty of good reasons to put (or keep) your house on the market during the holidays. Tis the season to chat about real estate! Letâs connect to see if this is your moving season
Ready to make your move? Letâs chat over a cozy coffee or teaâIâll treat you to your first round! đ
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