Hey, Treasure Valley!
This is the week when the Treasure Valley goes all-in on fall. You can walk beneath 1,000 glowing jack-o-lanterns in Eagle, trick-or-treat through Zoo Boise, sing along with a Broadway musical built around some of pop music’s biggest hits, or take the family through a drive-thru Halloween light show without leaving the car.
The weekend looks cool and mostly dry after possible showers Thursday and Friday, so bring a layer, check outdoor-event updates before you leave and get ready for a very busy Saturday night. Here are your picks for October 22–28. Choose your adventure and make a plan!
1. Night of a Thousand Pumpkins — Eagle 🎃
The Vibe: A glowing Halloween walk with 1,000 carved jack-o-lanterns, Trunk-or-Treat, a haunted City Hall, chili cook-off, food trucks and family activities.
When: Saturday, October 24, 6:00–9:00 PM
Where: Eagle City Hall Campus, 660 E. Civic Lane, Eagle, ID 83616
Price: Free admission.
Best For: Families, costume lovers and anyone who wants a big community Halloween night without a ticket price.
Tater’s Take: "This is one of those only-in-the-Treasure-Valley nights. Go early enough to enjoy the pumpkins before the biggest crowds arrive, then stay until the whole campus is glowing."
Good to Know: Food donations for the Eagle Food Bank are welcome.
2. Boo at the Zoo — Boise 🦁
The Vibe: Two full days of trick-or-treat stations, costume contests, face painting, vendors and Halloween-themed animal enrichment.
When: Saturday and Sunday, October 24–25, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM; last admission 4:00 PM
Where: Zoo Boise, 355 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, ID 83702
Price: Regular zoo admission applies; current Zoo Boise members enter free.
Best For: Families with younger children, zoo fans and anyone who prefers Halloween fun in daylight.
Tater’s Take: "Costumes plus animals is a hard combination to beat. Check the enrichment schedule before you go so you can time your visit around the animals you most want to see."
3. & Juliet — Boise 🎭
The Vibe: A touring Broadway musical that imagines what happens if Juliet chooses a fresh beginning, powered by Max Martin pop anthems including “Roar,” “Since U Been Gone” and “Baby One More Time.”
When: This issue: Thursday, October 22 at 7:00 PM; Friday at 7:00 PM; Saturday at 1:00 and 7:00 PM; Sunday at 1:00 and 6:30 PM. (Run also includes Oct 20–21 before this issue.)
Where: Morrison Center, 2201 W. Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, ID 83725
Price: See ticket link for prices. Event parking is included with ticket purchase.
Best For: Broadway fans, pop-music lovers and groups looking for a polished night out; recommended ages 8 and older.
Tater’s Take: "This is the big-stage event of the week. If your favorite kind of musical leaves you smiling and humming the songs on the way home, put this near the top of your list."
Good to Know: Runs about 2 hours 40 minutes including intermission. Flashing lights and loud effects. Children under 4 not permitted.
4. Spooky Light Show — Meridian 👻
The Vibe: Drive through millions of Halloween lights synchronized to music on your car radio. About 20–30 minutes.
When: Nightly through October 30, 7:00–9:30 PM; reserve an available dated slot
Where: Roaring Springs parking lot, 400 W. Overland Road, Meridian, ID 83642
Price: From $29.99 per carload plus fees. Final dated-slot price and fee total vary at checkout.
Best For: Families with small children, multigenerational groups and anyone who wants weather-proof Halloween fun.
Tater’s Take: "You stay warm, everyone gets a good view and the ticket covers the carload. Fill the seats and turn it into an easy group outing."
Good to Know: Online purchase and a reservation are required.
5. Boise State Spook-tacular Concert — Boise 🎻
The Vibe: The Boise State Symphony Orchestra brings costumes and musical mischief with music from opera and the movies, including a closing tribute to John Williams.
When: Wednesday, October 28, 7:30–9:00 PM
Where: Morrison Center Main Hall, 2201 W. Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, ID 83725
Price: General admission $15. Children, students with valid ID and Boise State faculty, staff and students receive free admission through the box office.
Best For: Families with school-age children, movie-score fans and anyone curious about a lively introduction to orchestral music.
Tater’s Take: "John Williams music in costume is exactly the kind of classical concert that can win over someone who does not think classical concerts are for them."
Good to Know: Costumes welcome. Free tickets for eligible groups are available at the Morrison Center box office.
Scarecrow Stroll — Boise 🎃
The Vibe: Thirty community-made scarecrows tucked throughout the Garden; use the event map to find them all and vote for a favorite.
When: Daily through November 2, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; last admission 4:00 PM. On Thursday, October 22, Flower Power Happy Hour runs 4:00–7:00 PM.
Where: Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, ID 83712
Price: Included with regular Garden admission; free for members.
Best For: A relaxed family outing, visiting relatives, photographers and anyone who wants fall color without a packed festival schedule.
Tater’s Take: "Make this more than a quick lap. Grab the map, let everyone choose a favorite and leave time to enjoy the changing garden instead of racing from scarecrow to scarecrow."
Good to Know: Check the Garden’s site for parking before you go.
The War and Treaty — Boise 🎤
The Vibe: The acclaimed husband-and-wife duo brings a powerful blend of soul, roots, gospel and Americana to one of downtown Boise’s most atmospheric rooms.
When: Saturday, October 24; doors 7:00 PM, show 8:00 PM
Where: Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main Street, Boise, ID 83702
Price: Ticket price and remaining inventory vary; check the ticket page before making dinner reservations.
Best For: Couples who want live music with real vocal power and an easy downtown dinner-and-show plan.
Gem’s Take: "Start with dinner downtown, walk to the Egyptian and let the music do the rest. This one feels special without requiring an overly complicated plan."
Good to Know: All ages. Supporting acts listed on the promoter page.
Elemental Vision — Meridian 🎨
The Vibe: A quiet city gallery exhibition pairing photography by the Boise Camera Club with ceramics by Mandy Henebry.
When: Weekdays through October 29, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Where: Initial Point Gallery, third floor of Meridian City Hall, 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, ID 83642
Price: No ticket or admission charge is listed.
Best For: Art lovers, photographers, a low-key weekday outing and anyone who likes discovering local work in unexpected places.
Gem’s Take: "The best hidden gems do not ask for a whole day. Give this one 30 minutes on a weekday and you may leave with a new favorite local photographer or ceramic artist."
Quick Hits Around The Valley
🎵 Company by Stephen Sondheim
When: Friday, October 23 and Sunday, October 25, 7:00–9:15 PM
Where: Morrison Center Recital Hall C200, 2201 W. Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise
Price: General admission $10; children, students with valid ID and Boise State faculty, staff and students enter free.
Get the details by clicking here.
🎭 English at Boise Contemporary Theater
When: Final performances through Saturday, October 24
Where: Boise Contemporary Theater, 854 W. Fulton Street, Boise
Price: Check the official page for remaining performance times, ticket prices and availability.
Get the details by clicking here.
🎬 The 39 Steps
When: Final performances Thursday–Saturday, October 22–24
Where: Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort Street, Boise
Price: Check the official season page for performance times and remaining tickets.
Get the details by clicking here.
🏒 Idaho Steelheads vs. Allen Americans
When: Friday and Saturday, October 23–24; puck drop 7:10 PM
Where: Idaho Central Arena, 233 S. Capitol Boulevard, Boise
Price: See team page for tickets. Doors 6:15 PM for Friday’s game; check Saturday entry details.
Get the details by clicking here.
🚓 Hide & Seek with the Caldwell Police Department
When: Saturday, October 24, 6:00–8:00 PM
Where: Downtown Caldwell, centered at Indian Creek Plaza, 120 S. Kimball Avenue, Caldwell
Price: Registration required; limited to 150 players.
Good to Know: Confirm space before making the drive.
Get the details by clicking here.
🏎 Trunk R Treat Championships at Meridian Speedway
When: Saturday, October 24; gates 2:30 PM, racing 3:00 PM
Where: Meridian Speedway, 335 S. Main Street, Meridian
Price: Online general admission $17.58 adults (12+), $11.34 kids (7–11), $15.50 seniors (60+) and military with ID; prices include fees.
Good to Know: NASCAR Late Models, Street Stocks, Mini Stocks, Hornets, Stingers and Bandoleros are all on the card.
Get the details by clicking here.
🐭 Dangerous Mouse Collectables Show #13
When: Saturday, October 24; early access 9:15 AM, general entry 10:00 AM
Where: ABU Games, 7211 W. Colonial Street, Boise
Price: Free entry at 10:00 AM; early access is $10 at the door.
Good to Know: More than 100 vendor tables of cards, toys, games and other collectibles.
Get the details by clicking here.
⚾ Boise Card Show: Sports Only
When: Saturday, October 24, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM; trade night 5:30–8:00 PM
Where: Stueckle Sky Center, 1200 W. University Drive, Boise
Price: Check the show page for admission details.
Good to Know: A sports-cards-only show; the next full Boise Card Show is November 21 at Expo Idaho.
Get the details by clicking here.
⚡ Open-Play Casual Pokémon League
When: Thursday, October 22, 4:00–7:00 PM
Where: ABU Games, 7211 W. Colonial Street, Boise
Price: Free
Good to Know: Made for new players learning the game, seasoned players practicing and card trading; it runs before the store’s weekly Pokémon tournament.
Get the details by clicking here.
🌾 Ten Mile Farms Fall Fun
When: Thursday–Friday, October 22–23 and Monday–Wednesday, October 26–28, 4:00–9:00 PM; Saturday, October 24, 10:00 AM–9:00 PM; closed Sunday
Where: 5040 S. Ten Mile Road, Meridian, ID 83642
Price: Admission includes the corn maze, hayride, barrel trains, straw-bale slides, corn pit and mini maze. Pumpkins and animal feed cost extra.
Good to Know: Natural surfaces may be muddy after rain.
Get the details by clicking here.
🐦 Pigeons Playing Ping Pong with Sqwerv
When: Sunday, October 25; doors 6:00 PM, show 7:00 PM
Where: Treefort Music Hall, 722 W. Broad Street, Boise
Price: Check the venue page for current ticket availability and pricing.
Good to Know: All ages.
Get the details by clicking here.
🥕 Boise Farmers Market
When: Saturday, October 24, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Where: 1500 Shoreline Drive, Boise
Price: Free to browse; vendor purchases extra.
Good to Know: The outdoor season runs through October. The winter market opens November 7 at the market’s new home, the Idaho Botanical Garden.
Get the details by clicking here.
🛍️ Capital City Public Market
When: Saturday, October 24, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Where: The Grove Plaza, 827 W. Main Street, Boise
Price: Free to browse; vendor purchases extra.
Good to Know: Downtown’s art and farmers market runs every Saturday through December 19.
Get the details by clicking here.
🍎 Nampa Farmers Market
When: Saturday, October 24, 9:00 AM–1:30 PM
Where: Lloyd Square Park, Front Street and 13th Avenue South, Nampa
Price: Free to browse; vendor purchases extra.
Good to Know: Everything at the market comes from within 100 miles. Rain or shine.
Get the details by clicking here.
🎃 Shindig Farms Straw Maze & Pumpkin Patch
When: Friday–Saturday, October 23–24, 10:00 AM–11:00 PM; Haunted Straw Maze both nights from 8:00 PM (last ticket 10:30 PM)
Where: Shindig Farms, Nampa
Price: Friday–Saturday admission $15; Haunted Nights $25, or a $10 haunted upgrade with regular admission; kids 3 and under free with a paying adult. Taxes not included.
Good to Know: Weekday admission is $13 (Tuesdays $9); check the site for weekday hours. The regular maze closes at 6:00 PM on haunted nights, and wagon rides to the patch end at dark.
Get the details by clicking here.
🌽 Lowe Family Farmstead Corn Maze
When: Monday–Thursday 4:00–9:00 PM; Friday–Saturday 10:00 AM–9:00 PM; closed Sunday. Season runs through October 31.
Where: 2500 S. Eagle Road, Kuna
Price: Check the farm’s site for daily admission prices.
Good to Know: Idaho’s original corn maze, 13 acres with an “America 250” design, plus a Mini MAiZE for little ones, tractor-drawn hayrides, pumpkins and farm animals.
Get the details by clicking here.
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See you around the Valley,
Tater & Gem
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