Private Event Space in Downtown Boise

Food, Wine & Cocktails For Your Event

Great gatherings deserve great food and drinks.

8 Horses is known for outstanding cocktails and wine, giving your guests a true lounge experience in a space designed for gathering and conversation.

Seasonal food options are also available from our sister concept, ÀLAVITA, located nearby in downtown Boise. The current 8 Horses menu features shareable selections including cured meats, cheeses, small plates, and other seasonal offerings.

Planning something specific? Tell us about your event, party size, and what you have in mind. Our team can discuss the food and beverage options available for your gathering.

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From Company Parties to Personal Celebrations

No two events are exactly alike. With an intimate lounge atmosphere, central downtown location, and distinctive historic setting, 8 Horses can accommodate a variety of private gatherings.

Corporate Events & Company Parties

Bring your team, clients, or professional network together in a space built for conversation. From after-work receptions to company celebrations, 8 Horses gives your next business gathering a setting people remember.

• Team celebrations: Mark a milestone, welcome new hires, or thank your team for a great year.
• Client receptions: Host clients and partners over cocktails and conversation.
• Networking events: A standing reception keeps conversation flowing for industry groups and professional meetups.

Holiday Parties

Celebrate the season in a historic vault that feels made for it. 8 Horses hosts company holiday parties, office Christmas parties, and end-of-year celebrations with friends and family.

• Company holiday parties: Choose a seated holiday dinner or a cocktail-style reception for your whole team.
• Friends and family: Toast the year with the people closest to you.
• Book early: Holiday dates are popular, so send your preferred date and guest count as soon as you can.

Birthday & Milestone Celebrations

Raise a glass to the moments that matter. From milestone birthdays to anniversaries and retirements, celebrate in a setting as memorable as the occasion.

• Milestone birthdays: From a 30th with close friends to a 60th with a bigger crowd.
• Anniversaries: Celebrate years together over cocktails, wine, and good company.
• Retirements: Send off a colleague or loved one after a career well spent.

Rehearsal Dinners & Wedding Events

A wedding weekend is about more than the ceremony. Gather your favorite people before and after the big day in a downtown Boise lounge within walking distance of hotels.

• Rehearsal dinners: A seated dinner for the wedding party and close family.
• Welcome parties: Greet out-of-town guests with cocktails the night they arrive.
• Engagement parties and after-parties: Celebrate the engagement, or keep the wedding night going.

Cocktail Parties & Receptions

Some gatherings are best with a drink in hand and room to mingle. Our cocktail parties are built around the bar 8 Horses is known for.

• Signature cocktails: House favorites like the Cezanne, Palomino, and Jade Coast, plus classic Negronis and martinis.
• Wine and bites: A wine selection alongside cured meats, cheeses, and small plates.
• Made for mingling: Plan a standing reception, or mix in seating for a more relaxed evening.

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Gather Inside A Historic Bank Vault

8 Horses isn’t a traditional Boise event hall—and that’s the point.

The lounge is tucked into the basement of the historic 805 Idaho building, originally home to Boise City National Bank. During construction, a team of eight horses hauled 14,000-pound sandstone blocks from Table Rock Quarry to create the building’s five-story façade.

Today, the original 15-ton bank vault door remains at the entrance to the space. What was once a working bank vault has been reimagined as an intimate downtown lounge built around outstanding drinks and real conversation.

For private events, that history provides something difficult to recreate: a venue with its own character.

Instead of decorating a blank event room and trying to create an atmosphere, you start with one.

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Find Us Below Fork, in the Heart of Downtown Boise

Our central location puts your event within walking distance of downtown hotels, restaurants, nightlife, businesses, and other Boise destinations, making 8 Horses especially convenient for local gatherings as well as events with out-of-town guests. 8 Horses Lounge is located at:

199 N. 8th Street
Boise, ID 83702

You’ll find us below Fork, in the heart of downtown Boise.

Nearby public parking options include the 9th & Main Garage at 848 W. Main Street and the Capitol & Main Garage at 770 W. Main Street, both a short walk from 8 Horses Lounge. Visit ParkBOI.com for garage locations and current rates to plan your arrival.

Metered street parking is also available throughout downtown Boise. Please check posted signs for rates, time limits, and enforcement hours.

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Start Planning Your Private Event

Every event starts with a conversation.

Tell us your preferred date, estimated number of guests, type of event, and anything else you already know about your plans. Our team can help you determine availability and discuss options for hosting your gathering at 8 Horses.

Private events are available for parties of 10–100 guests.

Not sure exactly what you need yet? That’s okay. Send us the basics and we’ll help you get started.

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How many guests can 8 Horses accommodate?

8 Horses is available for private events for groups of 10–100 guests.

Where is 8 Horses Lounge located?

We’re located at 199 N. 8th Street in downtown Boise, below Fork. 

What types of private events can I host at 8 Horses?

The space can be considered for corporate gatherings, company parties, birthdays, milestone celebrations, rehearsal dinners, wedding-related events, holiday parties, cocktail receptions, networking events, and other private gatherings.

Are food options available?

Yes. 8 Horses offers seasonal food featuring selections from our sister concept, ÀLAVITA. Available options for private events can be discussed when planning your gathering.

Are cocktails and wine available?

Yes. Cocktails and wine are a central part of the 8 Horses experience. Our team can discuss available beverage options for your event.

Can I host a corporate event at 8 Horses?

Yes. The space can accommodate groups from 10–100 guests, making it worth considering for client gatherings, company celebrations, networking events, team events, and other corporate occasions.

Can I host a holiday party at 8 Horses?

Yes. Contact us with your preferred date and approximate number of guests to discuss availability for your company or private holiday gathering.

How do I check availability?

Use the Inquire About an Event form below and tell us your preferred date, party size, and event type. Our team will follow up with you to discuss availability and details.

How far in advance should I book a private event at 8 Horses Lounge?

We recommend reaching out as early as possible to secure your preferred date, especially for weekends, holidays, and other popular event dates. Availability varies throughout the year, so we encourage you to submit an inquiry with your preferred date, estimated guest count, and event details. Our team will help you explore available options.

Can I rent the entire 8 Horses Lounge for a private event?

8 Horses Lounge offers private event rental options for gatherings of 10–100 guests in downtown Boise. Whether you’re planning a smaller celebration or a larger event, our team can help you explore available arrangements, including the possibility of reserving the entire lounge for your group.

Can the lounge accommodate seated dinners and standing cocktail receptions?

We can accommodate a variety of private events, including seated gatherings and cocktail-style receptions. The ideal setup depends on your guest count and event needs. Contact our team to discuss seating arrangements, food and beverage options, and how we can help create the right atmosphere for your gathering.

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