7 Events Happening the First Weekend of the Year in the Magic Valley

The calendar has turned over and the first weekend of 2024 is fast approaching. The weather might be wet and cold outside, but that doesn't mean you have to stay inside. A new year means plenty of new events to attend that perhaps you have never gone to, or that you look forward to attending every year. Plenty is happening this weekend to make one want to bundle up and get out and enjoy one of the fun events in the Magic Valley.

Friday, January 5 - 'Pinnochio' Auditions

Do you have a child that thrives on attention? Perhaps they love to dance, sing, and perform for the family. If you have one that you think would thrive on stage, then this weekend you should take them to the 'Pinnochio' auditions being held at the Orpheum Theatre in Twin Falls, this Friday from 6 PM to 8:30 PM. Auditions are open to children from 2nd grade to 12th grade, and they will need to sing, dance, and read a script given to them at the audition. To reserve a spot and for more details, make sure to click the link above. 

Friday, January 5 and Saturday, January 6 - Bridal Expo

Are you looking at getting married this year? Perhaps you have a friend or family member that are. The best place to find everything you or they will need is all under one roof this weekend as the Twin Falls Bridal Expo returns this weekend. It all begins on Friday from 5 PM to 9 PM. The expo will be held in the old Shopko in the Magic Valley Mall this year. The event will continue on Saturday, being open from 10 AM to 4 PM. This is the place to go to find dresses, floral arrangements, music, venues, and everything you could need for your special day. Come alone, bring the bridal party, or bring your best friend or mom. Tickets are $10 per person or you can get a group rate if you bring your bridal party. For more on the Bridal Expo, make sure to click the link above.  

Saturday, January 6 - Free Scuba Diving Lessons

Have you always wanted to learn to scuba dive, but find it to be too expensive, or perhaps haven't had the opportunity to? This weekend is the perfect time to learn, as part of Cabin Fever Day, the Twin Falls City Pool is offering free scuba diving lessons from 8 AM to 11 AM. You must be at least 10 years or older to participate and fill out a medical questionnaire, and it is first come first serve. Lessons will be taught in 20-minute sessions. For more on the free scuba lessons, make sure to click the link above. 

Saturday, January 6 - Creative Carboard and Take Apart Tech

With the snow and cold weather sticking around, kids need to get out of the house before they drive their parents insane. One great way to do so is this weekend by going to the Creative Cardboard and Take Apart Tech event, put on by the Children's Museum. The event will be taking place from 11:30 AM to 2 PM at South Hills Middle School this Saturday. The event is free and fun for kids and adults. Build, destroy, and have fun being creative. For more on the event, make sure to click the link above. 

Saturday, January 6 - Story Walk

The Twin Falls Public Library is full of events all the time, and this weekend is no different. This Saturday from 1 PM to 3 PM is their Story Walk in the Twin Falls City Park. This is a fun time for the whole family and will help get the kids out of the house. There will be hot chocolate, hot cider, and free popcorn to keep you warm and fed. For more on the event, make sure to click on the link above. 

Saturday, January 6 - Aaron Golay Benefit Dinner and Concert

One thing that many love about the Magic Valley is the giving nature, and that the community supports and loves their own. When someone is hurting and needs help, typically the community will step up and help. One local who needs support is Aaron Golay, a singer, songwriter, and traveling musician from the area who was in a car wreck recently. Enjoy a night out with a good dinner, live concert, live auction, and more. Tickets are $75, and the proceeds will go to help Aaron and his family in this time of need. For more on the event and how you can help, click the link above.

Saturday, January 6 - CSI Bull Bash

One of the best events to start the year in the Magic Valley is back once again, and it happens this weekend. The annual CSI Bull Bash is taking place this Saturday, at the CSI Expo Center on the campus of CSI. Doors open at 5:30 PM, with the event beginning at 7 PM. Tickets are $20 for adults, or $10 for children 6 to 12. There will be 40 bull riders this year, and this is an event you don't want to miss. For more on the CSI Bull Bash, make sure to click the link above. 

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It is the first weekend of the year, and there is plenty to do to enjoy it. Get out and watch some locals ride a bull, take an adventure through a story walk, build, destroy, and build some fun creative things with your children, attend a dinner and concert for a good cause, learn to scuba dive, see if your child is the next big star in Twin Falls, or prepare for your wedding. Whatever you decide to do, have fun, be safe, and have a great weekend.