Boise Goathead Fest 

COVID-19 Update / Precautions

On August 28th, The Boise Bicycle Project, Lost Grove Brewing, and the Morrison Center will be hosting the 4th annual Boise Goathead Fest. Organizers have been in close communication with the City of Boise and Central District Health Department regarding COVID-19, the Delta variant, and CDC guidelines. Because Boise Goathead Fest is an entirely outdoor event, has a large footprint that allows social distancing, and has additional precautions in place, we believe that this important community-building event can be held with extremely minimal risk. If things change between now and August 28th, additional precautions and adjustments will be taken. 

It is important that the community follow the extra safety measures in place, and it is important that concerned and at-risk populations participate at a level that is right for their own situation. 

Boise Goathead Fest participants are expected to follow the guidelines below. 

• If you are sick, don’t come down

  • There will be plenty of bike events in the near future. Please rest and recover

• Masks are mandatory

  • Wear a mask while you’re waiting for the parade to begin

  • Wear a mask when entering the park after the parade. You will not be allowed in without one

  • During the festival, wear a mask whenever in close proximity to strangers for longer than 5 minutes. 

  • We will be providing free masks throughout the day for those without one

  • Staff and volunteers interacting with the public will be wearing masks at all times

• Vaccination is expected for all participants 12 or older 

  • We know vaccination is the #1 thing we can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We also know that children under 12 have not had the ability to be vaccinated. We expect all eligible attendees to do their part in keeping everyone safe by getting a COVID-19 vaccination

  • If you haven’t already, please schedule a vaccination today https://covidvaccine.idaho.gov/

• Distancing 

  • In addition to the large Cecil D Andrus Park area, the event site has been expanded to include all four surrounding streets, nearly doubling the event space and parade launch footprint

  • Additional water stations, token booths, and beer stations will reduce lines and concentrations of people throughout the park 

“In 2020 we were able to adapt, adjust, and bring an entirely new COVID-safe and pedal-powered version of Boise Goathead Fest to the community. The tireless efforts resulted in Goathead Fest becoming one of the only major festivals not to cancel during the beyond challenging year. And, because of the precautions taken, ZERO cases of COVID were traced back to the event. 

In 2021, we are taking the same approach, making safety our top priority, and doubling down on the power of the bicycle to connect people in a safe and meaningful way. Some of our precautions, like wearing a mask and vaccination expectations, will be unfortunately controversial, but we are committed to putting the safety needs of the community first. If it allows us to share space, even at slightly larger distances, it’s a very small price to pay.” 

-Jimmy Hallyburton 

Boise Bicycle Project Executive Director

For more information about Boise Goathead Fest and COVID Precautions: 

Emily Summerhays, BBP’s Development Director and Event Organizer

Emily@boisebicycleproject.org

208-429-6520

www.boisegoatheadfest.com/covid