Idaho Potato Drop Moves? New Venue Talks | Boise News

Boise News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 12, 2026 · 1m

The Idaho Potato Drop is facing a major location shake-up as organizers explore moving the New Year’s Eve spectacle to Expo Idaho, citing safety concerns and strained relations with city officials after a recent gasoline explosion injured a child and sparked a tort claim against Boise. Past incidents—including a neck injury from a ski jump—have fueled doubts about downtown hosting, while Expo Idaho’s move would require approvals, risk assessments, and coordination with emergency services. With no official confirmation from organizers and the City of Boise refusing to renew its permit, the…