Treefort Music Fest
- Dates
- Mar 31 to Apr 4, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Julia Davis Park
- Price
- $149 to $385
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Nov 10, 2026
Treefort Music Fest returns to Julia Davis Park, Boise, ID, Mar 31 to Apr 4, 2027. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Treefort Music Fest is a five-day, city-wide independent music festival spread across dozens of walkable venues in downtown Boise, Idaho, with a large main stage at Julia Davis Park as its hub. Built around discovery, it programs hundreds of mostly emerging and independent artists each March and layers on themed 'forts' for food, beer, film, comedy, yoga and more. It is often described as the West's answer to SXSW, powered by a small army of local volunteers and a downtown that leans into the festival with murals and attendee discounts.
How it works
Passes are wristbands: a five-day full festival pass covers Julia Davis Park (Main Stage, Hideout and Bandshell) and all participating venues, plus fort programming, while park-only passes cover the park alone and single-day and college or under-21 versions are also sold. Zipline and VIP passes add line-skipping and lounge access. Prices rise in tiers through March. Music runs from noon to 1am across downtown, about half the venues are all ages, the park closes around 10pm, and children 12 and under are free.
Who it suits
Treefort suits listeners who like discovering new bands more than watching one headliner, and who are happy to walk between clubs, bars and halls over five days. Families are catered for, with free entry for children 12 and under and a Kidfort area, and about half the venues admit all ages. Comedy, film, drag, skate, yoga and talks give non-concert goers more to do.
What people love
A review of the 2026 festival describes over 500 artists across 50 venues, with thousands at the Julia Davis Park main stage and lines outside clubs for newer acts. The writer enjoyed stumbling into unfamiliar sets and found the crowd friendly, comparing new friends to summer camp companions, with garage-punk shows at the Shrine Social Club turning into mosh pits. By the fifth day the schedule blurred, but the atmosphere stayed energetic.
Last time around (2026)
The 2026 edition took place in late March across downtown Boise and broke attendance records, with organizers and local press reporting roughly 25,000-plus daily attendees and around 10% growth over the prior year. The program spanned more than 500 artists across the main stage and the city's clustered small venues, with headliners including Father John Misty, Magdalena Bay, Geese and Flipturn. Coverage emphasized the festival's discovery-driven, walkable format and heavy reliance on local volunteers.
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Listen
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No official playlist linked yet. Find Treefort Music Fest on Spotify.
Lineup
Here's who played in 2026:
Getting there
How do I get to Treefort Music Fest?
Treefort takes over a flat, compact stretch of downtown Boise, and driving is the hardest way to do it. Parking is not offered at the park, so the usual routes are a free festival bus that loops the venue cluster, a free park-and-ride lot at a mall on the edge of town, rideshare to a set drop-off point, or simply walking, biking or scooting between venues. Streets around the main park are congested or closed at busy times, so a driver dropping you off should expect a short detour. The options below cover the airport, buses and rides in more detail.
Nearest airport BOI.
By car
The nearest major airport is BOI, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
Official FAQ: 'Parking is not available at the festival grounds but it is doable via Downtown Boise parking garages and metered spots', the festival explicitly discourages driving and instead recommends the Treeline shuttle, VRT's free Park & Ride from the Mall, rideshare, walking, biking, or scooters. ADA parking is available at Julia Davis Park itself. Designated public rideshare drop-off is on the north side of the park on Julia Davis Dr., by the Idaho State Museum entrance, not general curbside pickup.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Venue
The venue has its own page with capacity, accessibility and parking.
Camping & Accommodation
Where do most people stay?
Treefort is a city festival with no camping, so people sleep in downtown Boise and let the festival come to them. Staying in the core means every club, the main park and the festival bus loop are within a short walk, which suits a five-day schedule that runs late into the night. The next ring out works well too, since Boise is flat and the festival bus and local buses reach most venues, and wristband holders ride regular city buses free during the festival. Some visitors base themselves further out and use the free park-and-ride lot. Whatever you choose, plan on walking between venues. The options below list places to stay.
Where can I stay near Treefort Music Fest?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Budget stays 3
1315 South Federal Way, Boise, ID 83705
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates202 South 6th Street, Boise, ID 83702
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates495 South Capitol Boulevard, Boise, ID 83702
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMid-range hotels 7
245 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID 83702
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates1314 W Grove St, Boise, ID 83702
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesBoise, ID
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates981 W Grove St, Boise, ID 83702
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates400 South Capitol Boulevard, Boise, ID 83702
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates222 South Broadway Avenue, Boise, ID 83712
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirport hotels 3
2799 West Airport Way, Boise, ID 83705
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates2645 West Airport Way, Boise, ID 83705
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates2660 West Airport Way, Boise, ID 83705
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirbnb & private camping
Treefort is repeatedly described across independent Boise hotel and tourism content (Modern Hotel's own blog, Visit Idaho, This Is Boise) as the city's single biggest annual downtown-lodging draw, with hotel-partner content ('Camp Modern', dedicated festival guides from multiple downtown properties) pointing to high demand and early-booking pressure over the five festival days.
Search AirbnbNot a natural fit, this is a dense downtown multi-venue festival with no camping component and no realistic private-land camping option within reach of the venue cluster
Search HipcampSearch all hotels near Julia Davis Park
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What to bring
Late March in downtown Boise, with a free outdoor park, a wristband zone and many clubs spread across a walkable core. Pack for a day of walking, standing in lines and long evenings outdoors.
Full rule
Empty refillable water bottles and sealed non-alcoholic drinks are allowed in. Not allowed: outside alcohol, glass, coolers, professional cameras (a detachable lens bigger than 4 inches), selfie sticks and tripods, tarps and tents, signs bigger than 8.5 by 11 inches, and personal rides such as bikes and scooters.
Accessibility & comfort
The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.
Pricing
Price history and tiers
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Quick answers
When is Treefort Music Fest 2027?
Mar 31 to Apr 4, 2027
How much are Treefort Music Fest tickets?
$149 to $385 per person, from the official ticket page. Prices change, so confirm before you buy.
Where is Treefort Music Fest held?
Julia Davis Park, Boise, ID.