TxokThe annual Basque Dance held at the Txoko Ona Basque Center in Homedale is held on the 2nd Saturday in March each year. In the past years, this dance had been held at the old Armory building. It has now been held at the new Txoko Ona building on South Main Street in Homedale, and the Badiola Arena on Hwy 95. Along with the historic and traditional dances performanced by all the age groups of Basque dancers, there are live music performances all evening. Chorizos, hot dogs, pop, beer and wine are the usual food fare at the event. There are also silent and live auctions going on throughout the evening as a fund raiser for the Basque Center. It's a great time to buy some homemade flan, chorizos or Basque bread! Lots of socializing and even a game of Muse (Basque card game) or horse shoes might be found. A great family event to which the entire community is invited!
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The Annual Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the Homedale Chamber of Commerce, is held the Saturday before Easter each year. It provides a fun, safe environment for local kids ages 10 and under to hunt for candy-filled Easter eggs and win prizes sponsored by Homedale businesses.
The Homedale Lions Club holds its annual 4th of July Demolition Derby at the Owyhee County fairgrounds in Homedale, Idaho. Fireworks after the derby and a live band will be performing.Gates open at 4:30 and grand entry is at 6:00. Open seating so get there early for the best seats. Tickets sold at NAPA in Homedale or Marsing. For more information visit www.homedalelionsclub.com.
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The Owyhee County Fair and Rodeo is a celebration for those near and far that showcases all the county has to offer. Plenty of things to do and see for young and old such as children’s activities, entertainment, food and merchandise vendors, livestock and agriculture competitions, midway rides and much, much more.Fair competition starts Monday with nightly rodeo competition Thursday through Saturday during the first week of August. For more information, visit www.owyheecountyrodeo.com or contact the Owyhee County Fair office at 208-337-3888.
The Night Light Christmas Parade, sponsored by the Homedale Chamber of Commerce, is held the last weekend in November to kickoff the holiday season. The parade is one of Homedale's signature events. The town's residents line Idaho Avenue from one end of town to the other as floats and parade entries of all types make their way through town tossing candy and goodies to the children. The most anticipated float each year is one carrying Santa Claus. After the parade, Santa hands out candy canes to the children.