Families across Idaho Falls and Bonneville County have a free, action-packed day to look forward to as the Smith Group hosts its annual Family Fun Fest on Saturday at Smith Chevrolet and Honda, located at 3477 South Pioneer Road.
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and carries no admission cost. Attendees can expect grilled burgers, bounce houses, face painting, balloon tying, a professional juggler, side-by-side rides, and go-karts — the latter making its debut at the event this year.
A Mud Bog Highlight and a Decade of Tradition
One of the most anticipated features is the mud bog, stretching 120 feet and drawing enthusiastic participants each year. Trophies will be handed out to mud bog competitors, adding a competitive element to an otherwise relaxed community gathering.
The Smith Group has hosted the Family Fun Fest for roughly a decade, making it one of Idaho Falls’ more enduring free community traditions. Bridger Smith, the company’s marketing director, described the event as an expression of gratitude. “We love being a part of the community and have been grateful to the community and this is our way of giving back,” he said.
The addition of go-karts this year signals the event continues to grow even after ten years, offering returning families something new alongside the familiar staples that have made the fest a warm-weather fixture on the East Idaho calendar.
A Busy Weekend for Bonneville County Families
The Family Fun Fest falls on a weekend packed with community activity across the region. Residents planning their Saturday should also be aware that weather forecasters are tracking a wind advisory and possible thunderstorms for the Snake River Plain, along with a notable temperature drop. Organizers have not indicated any weather-related contingency plans, so attendees may want to check forecasts before heading out.
For families looking to round out the weekend, the Ashton Opera House is hosting its fourth annual Meadowlark Music Festival, offering live performances for those willing to make the short drive north into Fremont County.
What Comes Next
The Family Fun Fest takes place Saturday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Smith Chevrolet and Honda, 3477 South Pioneer Road, Idaho Falls. The event is free and open to the public, with no registration required. Families are encouraged to arrive early to take advantage of the full lineup of activities before the event wraps up at midday.
With a decade of community investment behind it and new attractions added each year, the Smith Group’s Family Fun Fest has established itself as a genuine local tradition — one that asks nothing of attendees beyond showing up and enjoying a Saturday morning in Idaho Falls.