Holidays Archives

AAA: Memorial Day travel to top 37 million

May 11, 2021 10:45 AM News Team

202,000 Idahoans will take a trip – 60% more than last year, but 13% less than in 2019

May the 4th be with you and other pop culture holidays

May 4, 2021 6:41 AM CNN Newsource

Before you get to Cinco de Mayo, May the Fourth be with you. It’s that time again when “Star Wars” aficionados (read “geeks”) celebrate one of their favorite days of the year. Of course it’s a take off of the famous “May the force be with you” line from the 1977 film that spawned a

2021 Easter celebration events

March 27, 2021 11:34 AM News Team

The following is a list with links to Easter egg hunts and other Easter events around east and southeast Idaho.

2021 “Liberty on Parade” set for July 3

April 2, 2021 10:06 AM News Team

The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce announced the “Liberty on Parade” will take place this year.

Melaleuca Freedom Celebration to return this summer

April 1, 2021 10:21 AM News Team

Melaleuca CEO Frank Vandersloot announced Thursday that the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration will return to Snake River Landing in 2021.

Peeps are back with a vengeance

April 1, 2021 9:20 AM CNN Newsource

Everything is coming up Peeps this Easter. Pepsi has launched a limited edition Peeps soda. 7-Eleven is serving a Peeps latte, convenience chain QuickChek a Peeps Smoothie. Kellogg has Peeps “marshmallow flavored cereal with marshmallows.” It doesn’t end there. You can decorate your yellow clogs with Peeps charms or match your face to your dessert

East Idaho special needs Easter egg hunt set for April 3

March 27, 2021 9:00 AM News Team

Fremont County SAR will hold its Annual East Idaho Special Needs Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 3 for communities and areas from Island Park to Pocatello.

How to safely celebrate Passover and Easter this year: Dr Wen’s advice

March 26, 2021 4:24 AM CNN Newsource

Passover begins this Saturday, and Easter will soon be upon us. As more people are getting vaccinated, people are wondering what activities are safe. Is it OK for fully vaccinated people to get together for a Seder or Easter brunch? What about families gathering when some are vaccinated but others aren’t yet? Before we start

Police keeping a sharp eye for St. Patrick’s Day drunk drivers

March 17, 2021 4:43 PM Ariel Schroeder

Local law enforcement agencies are on high alert to keep roads safe with eyes sharp looking for impaired drivers.

Don’t push your luck: Plan ahead for St. Patrick’s Day and don’t drive impaired

March 17, 2021 9:00 AM News Team

St. Patrick’s Day is time for the wearin’ o’ the green and the luck of the Irish, and while many celebrations include a toast to St. Patrick himself, Idaho State Troopers are reminding anyone whose celebration includes alcohol that buzzed driving is drunk driving.

It’s not Happy St. Patty’s Day, but St. Paddy’s Day. Here’s why

March 17, 2021 7:05 AM CNN Newsource

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be no vibrant, green parades, group celebrations, or religious coming-togethers for a second year in a row in Ireland today. The country is confined to the strictest level 5 lockdown with a 5-kilometer (3.1-mile) travel limit. And while we will still be adorned in shamrocks, and landmarks across

St. Patrick’s Day parties are ripe for spreading coronavirus. Don’t let that happen

March 17, 2021 7:02 AM CNN Newsource

St. Patrick’s Day was the first major holiday of the COVID-19 pandemic in the US, and we’ve learned sobering lessons since then. Young, healthy people who were infected around St. Patrick’s Day have suffered long-term complications. And infections have been spread by people with no symptoms. But this St. Patrick’s Day, Americans have a new

Great Easter Egg Hunt set for April 3

March 16, 2021 10:55 AM News Team

The Great Easter Egg Hunt is back this year with a new location at The Waterfront at Snake River Landing.

How chocolate fell in love with Valentine’s Day

February 12, 2021 11:08 AM CNN

In Western culture, romantic letters have been part of Valentine’s Day since the Middle Ages. Poet Geoffrey Chaucer, best known for “The Canterbury Tales,” is credited with writing the first Valentine’s poem in 1385.

Lunar New Year 2021: Ushering in the Year of the Ox

February 12, 2021 10:24 AM CNN

Though parties and travel may be discouraged in much of the world right now as COVID-19 casts a shadow over Lunar New Year for the second year in a row, that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways we can still mark the occasion.

It’s going to be a frigid Valentine’s weekend. Take advantage of it

February 12, 2021 10:13 AM CNN

It’s Valentine’s Day weekend, lovers! Time to slip on your sexiest parka, break out the romantic double Slanket (a real thing that exists) and hunker down for a record-breaking, bone-chilling cold snap.

Name a cockroach after your ex and watch it get eaten for Valentine’s Day

February 1, 2021 5:46 AM CNN Newsource

Ever felt like ripping your ex’s head off? Well now you can. Sorta. For just $5, the San Antonio Zoo will name a cockroach after your former significant other and feed it to a bird, reptile or mammal. It’s part of the zoo’s “Cry Me a Cockroach” event on Valentine’s Day. And if your ex-boo

Kraft is cooking up pink mac & cheese for Valentine’s Day

January 30, 2021 9:52 AM CNN Newsource

One of the greatest duos of all time — macaroni and cheese — is getting a Valentine’s Day makeover. The Kraft Heinz Company is giving away 1,000 boxes of pink Candy Kraft Mac & Cheese to celebrate Cupid’s big day. Giveaway winners will receive a box of the classic macaroni and cheese along with a

ISU hosts MLK Day virtual events throughout week

January 18, 2021 5:03 PM Emma Iannacone

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, Idaho State University’s Diversity Resource Center is hosting a week of Covid-safe events.

Elks Lodge distributes food boxes

December 29, 2020 11:57 AM Ariel Schroeder

Idaho falls elks lodge 1087 and friends are helping feed our community.

Getting your gifts through TSA this holiday season

December 18, 2020 5:49 PM Linda Larsen

If you are planning a flight to see loved ones this holiday season, there are some things you should do to make sure your presents make it to their destination as beautifully as they started.

Idaho Public Television to broadcast 2019 BYU-Idaho Christmas concert

December 18, 2020 11:41 AM News Team

In celebration of the Christmas season, Brigham Young University-Idaho’s 2019 performance of “A BYU-Idaho Christmas” will be broadcast across the state on Idaho Public Television (IdahoPTV).

ISP has extra DUI patrols out in force

December 18, 2020 10:10 AM News Team

ISP joins the effort to remove DUI drivers from Idaho roadways and keep families whole during this holiday season.

Postal service says it faces heaviest mailing season ever

December 16, 2020 6:55 PM Ariel Schroeder

Getting those precious holiday gifts to loved ones this year may be a little more challenging.

Find Santa near you

December 14, 2020 9:56 AM Ariel Schroeder

COVID-19 and the word pandemic has made it difficult for many families to find a Santa Claus near them.

Operation Safe Holiday: Don’t drive impaired

December 11, 2020 12:46 PM News Team

The holidays are here, and while celebrations may look different this year, keeping our communities safe remains a top priority. That is why law enforcement agencies are working together to keep impaired drivers off Idaho roads.

TSA unveils changes to keep travelers safer this holiday season

December 11, 2020 5:02 PM Linda Larsen

As part of the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) “Stay Healthy. Stay Secure.” campaign, the agency has made procedural and policy changes to help travelers understand the many protective measures that are in place to make the screening process safer for the traveling public and the TSA workforce due to COVID-19.

2020 Chubbuck Christmas Lighting Contest winners announced

December 9, 2020 12:08 PM News Team

The City of Chubbuck has announced the Christmas Lighting Contest winners.

Idaho residents mostly slowed travel Thanksgiving Day

December 8, 2020 12:12 PM Associated Press

Transportation officials in Idaho have reported that highway and interstate traffic volumes on Thanksgiving Day were down in most of the state except eastern Idaho.

Christmas tree sales on the rise

December 7, 2020 9:37 AM Ariel Schroeder

Getting a real Christmas tree seems to be on a lot of people’s wish list, as a local tree farmer tells us there’s been a spike in sales this year.

Angel Tree donations needed

December 4, 2020 4:06 PM Linda Larsen

If there was ever a year when we need Christmas angels, this is it, and the Salvation Army is hoping that even more of us will earn our wings this year.

Protecting your holiday gifts from theft

December 3, 2020 3:37 PM Chelsea Briar

Gifts left out in the open while we store hop this holiday season may be an invitation for theft.

Enrichment stockings available to purchase for Zoo Idaho animals

December 2, 2020 11:16 AM News Team

Now is your chance to brighten the holidays for the animals at Zoo Idaho.

Volunteers package Thanksgiving meals at Jason Lee Memorial United Methodist Church

Community Dinner Table hands out meals for Thanksgiving in Blackfoot

November 28, 2020 10:35 AM Cole Sams

The Community Dinner Table served Thanksgiving dinner at Jason Lee Memorial United Methodist Church. The CDT prepared and packaged meals that were handed out to many families in the community through a drive-thru format at the front door.

Drive-up Thanksgiving meals at Elks Lodge help locals in need

November 27, 2020 9:22 AM Ariel Schroeder

For 33 years the Salvation Army has hosted its traditional Thanksgiving feast at the Elks lodge but this year was a little different.

Celebrating Small Business Saturday will help local shops stay open

November 30, 2020 9:48 AM Ariel Schroeder

Your part in this year’s Small Business Saturday is more critical than ever before.

2020 Ammon Winter Light Parade to be held reverse style

November 20, 2020 10:35 AM News Team

To comply with the Governor’s Stage 2 mandate, the 2020 Winter Light Parade will be held “reverse style.”

Diablas Kitchen pepares Thanksgiving meals for Soup Kitchen

November 25, 2020 2:35 PM Ariel Schroeder

A local woman is stepping up to make sure those who are struggling have a Thanksgiving meal in their home during this tough time.

Micron employees donate turkeys, hams to more than 2,500 households

November 25, 2020 11:45 AM News Team

Micron Technology employees gave 1,684 turkeys and 827 hams to the Idaho Food Bank, bringing much-needed food to more than 2,500 households.

Mashed potato tips and recipes

November 26, 2020 8:00 AM News Team

The Idaho Potato Commission says more mashed potatoes are consumed on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year, which is why the fourth Thursday of November is also recognized as National Mashed Idaho® Potato Day.

Watch Jackson’s Town Square Lighting virtually

November 26, 2020 12:00 PM News Team

New plans have been announced for the Traditional Jackson Town Square Lighting and Santa on the Square.

EIRMC shares tips to stay safe while preparing Thanksgiving meals

November 24, 2020 6:15 PM Ariel Schroeder

Many are staying home for Thanksgiving to stay safe from COVID-19, but now we are being reminded that we also need to stay safe in the kitchen.

Where to get a Thanksgiving meal this year

November 23, 2020 11:48 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Senior Center and Community Food Basket is offering a take-out Thanksgiving meal on Wednesday.

Cranksgiving brings Thanksgiving to needy families

November 20, 2020 12:02 PM Linda Larsen

It will be a bird migration of sorts as more than 1,000 turkeys will make their way through the streets of Pocatello, but this migration will help those in need this Thanksgiving.

Heading home for the holiday? Get a virus test, colleges say

November 20, 2020 10:04 AM Associated Press

As college students prepare to go home for the holidays, some schools are quickly ramping up COVID-19 testing to try to keep infections from spreading further as the coronavirus surges across the U.S.

Capitol Christmas tree to be moved Nov. 23

November 19, 2020 10:20 AM News Team

Governor Brad Little and First Lady Teresa Little invite you to view the Idaho State Capitol’s Christmas Tree and Capitol Christmas decorations beginning the week of Nov. 23.

Local health officials urge you to find safer ways to celebrate Thanksgiving

November 17, 2020 12:04 PM News Team

The holidays will look remarkably different this year due to COVID-19.

Law enforcement agencies focus on seat belt use this holiday season

November 16, 2020 11:51 AM News Team

Law enforcement agencies are teaming up with the Office of Highway Safety (OHS) this November to watch for motorists not wearing seat belts.

2020 Chubbuck Holiday Decorating Contest announced

November 16, 2020 11:17 AM News Team

The City of Chubbuck invites all residents and businesses to enter the annual Holiday Decorating Contest.

Fauci suggests masks at Thanksgiving gatherings

November 13, 2020 5:15 PM Linda Larsen, Associated Press

For many of us, the Thanksgiving holiday is one of the best times of the year, but this year because of the Coronavirus pandemic, that special family dinner is getting spoiled.

Christmas on Temple Square to be celebrated virtually in 2020

November 12, 2020 4:05 PM News Team

The seasonal lights are ready and musical performances are being recorded for the 2020 Christmas season on Temple Square in Salt Lake City.

Thanksgiving travel expected to dip

November 12, 2020 11:28 AM News Team

The AAA is projecting that Thanksgiving travel will be down to the lowest point since the Great Recession.

Santa arrives at Cabela’s Saturday

November 6, 2020 10:54 AM News Team

Santa will be cruising into Ammon on Saturday to officially kick off Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s.

Christmas tree permits available for online purchase

November 5, 2020 10:32 AM News Team

Christmas tree permits for the Caribou-Targhee National Forest are now available to purchase online.

Christmas tree tags available Nov. 2

November 2, 2020 12:29 PM News Team

Christmas tree tags are now for sale over the phone and through the mail at all Salmon-Challis National Forest district offices in Challis, Leadore, Mackay, North Fork and the Public Lands Center in Salmon.

Fred Meyer announces new Black Friday plans

November 2, 2020 9:46 AM Chelsea Briar

Fred Meyer has announced plans for Black Friday events that will bring changes to holiday shopping.

Fall family fun day at Bannock County Historical Museum

Local museum hosts Halloween event

November 2, 2020 8:41 AM Cole Sams

The Bannock County Historical Museum hosted a fall family fun day on Saturday.

Is downtown Idaho Falls haunted? We took a tour of the Colonial Theater

October 30, 2020 10:57 AM Jeff Roper

Our morning weatherman Jeff Roper went to investigate the spooky side of downtown Idaho Falls. The mission took him to the historic Colonial Theater.

“Just give back to the community a little bit”: Papa Tom’s holds Trunk or Treat for kids

October 28, 2020 8:04 PM Adrian Luevano

Papa Tom’s Pizza in Idaho Falls welcomed many to their parking lot on Wednesday for their first-ever Trunk or Treat event.

Real Heroes Trunk or Treat moves to drive-through format

October 23, 2020 11:43 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Police Department and Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office have implemented several changes to the fourth annual Real Heroes Trunk or Treat event this Saturday.

Health officials offer tips and tricks for Halloween during a pandemic

October 21, 2020 11:33 AM Linda Larsen

Halloween traditions may look different this year to keep everyone safe from COVID-19.

Festival of Trees to move forward in an innovative way

October 21, 2020 3:36 PM News Team

There will be an Idaho Falls Festival of Trees this year, but it will be an un-usual event.

Chubbuck Elementary School to host virtual Halloween parade

October 21, 2020 11:44 AM News Team

Instead of canceling Chubbuck Elementary School’s annual Halloween parade, Chubbuck’s school staff and administrators decided to find a new way to celebrate the holiday by hosting a virtual parade using Facebook Live.

Haunted car wash offers good, clean and scary fun

October 18, 2020 12:49 PM Linda Larsen

Are you looking for something fun and spooky to do but still be productive?

Salvation Army starts holiday fundraising early due to COVID-19 impact

October 13, 2020 10:00 AM News Team

For the first time in 130 years, the Salvation Army is starting its annual holiday fundraising campaign early across the country.

Jackson “Trick-Or-Treat on Town Square” canceled

October 7, 2020 3:31 PM News Team

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce has officially called off the traditional Trick-or-Treat on Town Square.

Haunted History Walking Tours to begin in October

September 25, 2020 4:43 PM Linda Larsen

Whether you are a history buff or just love a good scare, Old Town Pocatello has something that will do the trick.

Parents debate Halloween celebrations

September 23, 2020 6:12 PM Chelsea Briar

In years past, the start of fall is typically the start of Halloween planning. Children begin picking out costumes, parents start loading up on goodies to hand out, and the spooky season begins.

Chubbuck Police cancel 2020 Trunk or Treat event

September 8, 2020 2:41 PM News Team

The Chubbuck Police Department has canceled the 2020 Trunk or Treat event scheduled for October.

Blackfoot Police trunk or treat canceled

September 8, 2020 12:14 PM News Team

The Blackfoot Police Department has decided to cancel its trunk or treat this year.

2020 Festival of Trees suspended

September 2, 2020 4:50 PM News Team

The School District 25 Education Foundation announced Wednesday its Board of Directors has decided to suspend the 2020 Festival of Trees.

Is it lights out for the Belnap Christmas Light Show?

August 6, 2020 6:36 PM Andrew Howe

A popular neighborhood attraction in Iona is at the center of a big online controversy.

Mountain River Ranch closes shop

July 23, 2020 8:48 PM Adrian Luevano

HEISE, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – A local landmark business is shutting its doors due in-part to the coronavirus. Mountain River Ranch owner Tran King says the doors are closing for the restaurant and entertainment destination. “The interaction with the customers is one of the highlights of the whole time,” King said. “It’s been a pleasure. I

Rewatch local firework shows here

July 3, 2020 1:51 PM News Team

You can watch the local Fourth of July firework shows virtually here on our website.

Rewatch the Light the Community fireworks

July 3, 2020 1:19 PM News Team

Watch the Light the Community fireworks here.

Rewatch the East Idaho Liberty Celebration fireworks

July 3, 2020 1:22 PM News Team

Watch the East Idaho Liberty Celebration fireworks here.

2020 Independence Day celebration events

June 26, 2020 2:21 PM News Team

Below are the 2020 Independence Day events going on in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming and a list of canceled events.

Idaho State Police car parked on the highway

Sober driving may save lives this holiday weekend

July 3, 2020 5:33 PM Chelsea Briar

Law enforcement officers throughout Idaho will be on the lookout for impaired drivers this weekend.

Officers stress water safety over the holiday weekend

July 2, 2020 4:52 PM Andrew Howe

Law enforcement is emphasizing water safety in anticipation of the busy weekend.

Rexburg will host their first Independence Day fireworks show

June 22, 2020 5:32 PM Jilliana Colina

While many towns are canceling their Fourth of July celebrations, the city of Rexburg has something big in the works.

Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel in Fort Hall, ID

Shoshone-Bannock cancels fireworks

June 22, 2020 5:31 PM News Team

Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel has canceled the Annual Treaty Day Fireworks on July 3, 2020.

Fireworks sales are up; authorities urge safe practices

June 19, 2020 5:50 PM Andrew Howe

It seems people are more likely to be doing their own firework shows this year, though a few community events are still scheduled to take place.

4th of July Parade canceled in Jackson

June 4, 2020 1:01 PM News Team

The Jackson Hole Chamber has canceled the 4th of July Town Parade for 2020.

Bannock County 4th of July activities canceled

May 26, 2020 12:13 PM News Team

Bannock County Commissioners have decided to cancel county-sponsored 4th of July events this year.

East Idaho honors heroes during Memorial Day weekend

May 21, 2020 9:15 PM Adrian Luevano

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – This weekend East Idaho will be honoring heroes, but because of the Pandemic, things will be different. In Idaho Falls, Freeman Park will have flags up at their Field of Honor starting Friday at 9 am. “We really have this set up like in years past with thousand flags fight