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5 ½ Things to do at Treefort for Under $50

Boise’s annual Treefort Music Fest is in less than two weeks. Are you going? If you’re looking for something to do in Boise during Spring break, here’s your chance. Treefort has so much more than just music. A single day pass costs $120 so, we’ve compiled a list of 5 ½ events Treefort has to offer that won’t break the bank.

1) Go to a concert at Treefort

Head down to the Treefort Music Hall and see artists for $40 each. Click the links to purchase your ticket today! Here’s the lineup:

Wednesday March 20: Magic Sword & Armand Hammer

Thursday March 21: Franc Moody

Friday March 22: Ty Segall

Saturday March 23: Drama

Sunday March 24: Fleetmac Wood & Magic City Hippies

Also check out artists performing at the Knitting Factory for $25-$35 each and the Basque Center for $25 each.

2)Watch a film at Filmfort

You like movies? Filmfort is a 3-day festival of contemporary, independent cinema for audiences of all ages. It’s only $30 for a pass to attend ALL events at Filmfort! There will be over 40 shorts and full-length films —- the most that’s ever been at Filmfort!

3)Hear from literary talent at Storyfort

The best part about Storyfort is it’s completely FREE! Hear narratives from compelling authors, poets, journalists, spoken word artists, memoirists, refugee storytellers, podcasters and much more. Check out the schedule for all the events!

4)Have a laugh at Comedyfort

Comedyfort at Boise Center on the Grove is all access, and the shows featuring dozens of funny folks at Mad Swede are just $10 at the door. Events are for all ages and every show is free or under $10 except for headlining comedian Marc Maron.

5) Engage with tech at Hackfort

Hackfort is like a conference — but better. It’s a place for makers, developers, musicians, gamers, content creators, innovators, leaders, journalists, educators and entertainers with an interest in technology to come together. For just $30 you can see what unique things people are doing with technology, engage in conversation and learn something new.

5 ½) Listen to podcasts at Podfort…including Student Life!

The Get a [Student] Life Podcast will be recording live Podfort at the Boise Centre in the Grove Plaza on Sunday, March 24th 1-1:45 p.m. We have some special guests lined up that you won’t want to miss! Plus, it’s FREE!

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