Have Fun With These 6 Events This January Weekend in the Magic Valley

The holidays are over, and it is time to get back to normal life. No more opening presents, counting down until the end of the year, or watching Christmas movies and baking cookies. School has started back up, most are back to working a full week, and the holiday festivities will have to wait until the end of 2026. That doesn't mean you still can't have fun, though. Some fun events are happening this January weekend in the Magic Valley, and you don't want to miss out on all the fun.

Friday, January 9 and Saturday, January 10 - The Bridal & Party Expo

Are you getting married this year? Are you in a wedding this year? If the answer is yes to either question, make sure to stop by The Bridal & Party Expo this weekend to find everything a wedding could need under one roof. The event will be held at Canyon Crest and will take place on Friday, January 9, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and on Saturday, January 10, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. There will be professionals to help you plan your wedding accordingly, as well as cake and food samples. For more on the event, make sure to click the link above.

Friday, January 9 - Happy Snowman Water Color Class

If one of your New Year's resolutions is to become a better artist, this weekend is the perfect time to start. There is a Happy Snowman Water Color Class this Friday at the Historic Wilson Theatre in Rupert. The class is at 7 PM and is $30 per person. All supplies will be provided, and the class is open to students of all skill levels. For more on the class, make sure to click the link above.

Friday, January 9 - Comedy Night With Jesse Carter

After a long week at work, everyone could use a good laugh, and they say that laughter is the best medicine. Head out to Lamphouse Theatre in Twin Falls this Friday for Comedy Night with Jesse Carter. The performance starts at 7 PM, and tickets are $11. For more on Jesse Carter and on the performance, make sure to click the link above.

Saturday, January 10 - Movie Matinee

Going to the movies is always a great way to spend a weekend, but the prices have continued to go up, and many only go for a special movie these days. If you want to go to a movie and not spend all your money, go to Movie Matinee at the Twin Falls Public Library this Saturday at 3 PM. This weekend, they will be showing 'Freakier Friday.' For more on Movie Matinee and other events going on at the Twin Falls Public Library, make sure to click the link above.

Saturday, January 10 - CSI Bull Bash

It is that time once again. Time for the CSI Bull Bash. It will be happening this Saturday at the CSI Expo Center. Doors open at 5:30 PM, and the event will begin at 7 PM. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for kids 6 to 12, and can be purchased at the door or online. For more on the Bull Bash, make sure to click the link above. 

Saturday, January 10 - Comedy Night with Robert Mac

There will be multiple chances to start the year off with a good laugh, and this weekend, there will be a comedy show at the Historic Wilson Theatre in Rupert. Robert Mac, from 'Last Comic Standing', will be performing at 7:30 on Saturday night. Tickets start as low as $25 per person. For more on the show or to get your tickets, make sure to click the link above.

You only get 52 weekends a year, so don't waste one. Get out and learn to paint, go to a comedy night, attend a second comedy show, go to a free movie, plan a wedding for you or one of your friends, or go to the Bull Bash. Whatever you decide to do, have fun, be safe, and enjoy your weekend.