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October 2026 lineup:

• October 17: The Sheep Detectives (PG)
• October 24: Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (PG)
• October 31: The Watcher in the Woods (PG)

Time: Movies begin at 3 p.m. Mountain Time. The library calendar reserves 3 to 5:30 p.m.; actual film lengths vary.

Where: Twin Falls Public Library, 201 Fourth Avenue East, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301.

Cost: Free. Parents can use the listed ratings to choose a movie that suits their family.

Check the official library calendar for lineup changes. Directory artwork is an illustration, not a photograph of the library.

When: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 5-8:30 p.m. Mountain Time.

Where: Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park, 2725 Carnival Way, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402.

Plan your visit: The official ticket page lists prices from $8.10; review the ticket options and checkout total before purchasing. Children age 2 and under are free, and parking is free. Check ticket terms and the organizer’s latest information before attending. Call 208-612-8552 with zoo questions.

Official information: City of Idaho Falls calendar; official event information and tickets.

Details reviewed October 13, 2026. Image: original AI-generated illustration for Idaho Family Fun; it does not show the actual event or venue.

When: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 6-7:30 p.m. Mountain Time.

Where: Hazel Stuart Elementary School, 475 W Center Street, Shelley, Idaho 83274.

Plan your visit: Admission is $4. The announcement does not describe the scare level or give an age recommendation; check with the organizer before bringing children who are sensitive to spooky activities. The event venue is the school on West Center Street.

Official information: City of Shelley event announcement; official school address.

Details reviewed October 13, 2026. Image: original AI-generated illustration for Idaho Family Fun; it does not show the actual event or venue.

Explore Glenns Ferry after dark on a guided walking tour sharing railroad history, local legends, and stories from the town’s past.

When: Saturday, October 17, 2026. Choose a 6 p.m., 7 p.m., or 8 p.m. departure, Mountain Time.
Duration: Approximately two hours per tour. Expected finish times are around 8 p.m., 9 p.m., and 10 p.m., respectively. The calendar shows the overall 6–10 p.m. tour window.

Location listed on the ticket page: 7 E 1st Avenue, Glenns Ferry, Idaho 83623. Follow the organizer’s arrival instructions when booking.
Tickets: $15 each, with limited availability.

The tour includes spooky stories and a walk through town. Age guidance has not been confirmed; ask the organizer when deciding whether it suits your children.

Official tour tickets · Glenns Ferry Chamber of Commerce. Reviewed September 29, 2026.

Plan your visit

• Dates: October 1–November 2, 2026.
• Hours: Daily, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mountain Time; last admission at 4 p.m. Check the Garden for special closures before traveling.
• Location: Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, ID 83712.
• Admission: Included with Garden admission: adults $15; seniors and students $13; youth $9. Members and children age 3 and under are free.

The Garden currently directs visitors to alternate parking at the Table Rock Trailhead behind the Warden’s House while its lot is closed.

Organizer and source: Idaho Botanical Garden — official Scarecrow Stroll details. Details reviewed September 26, 2026.

Schedule: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through October 31, 2026, starting at 11 a.m. Mountain Time. Allow 45–60 minutes for the show. Doors open at 10 a.m.; arrive before 10:30 a.m. Late arrivals cannot enter the flight program.

Where: 5668 West Flying Hawk Lane, Boise, Idaho 83709.

Advance online reservations required: Adults 17+ $20; seniors 62+ $18; youth 4–16 $15. Tickets include general admission. Members receive 25% off with their discount code.

The organizer does not recommend this program for children under 4 or anyone unable to remain seated for 45 minutes. Dress for outdoor weather, bring water, and leave umbrellas and pets at home. Weather may cause cancellation; check the organizer before traveling. ASL interpretation is scheduled October 17 and 25.

Official details and ticket reservations. Reviewed September 8, 2026.

Plan your visit

• Dates: October 1–November 2, 2026.
• Hours: Daily, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mountain Time; last admission at 4 p.m. Check the Garden for special closures before traveling.
• Location: Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, ID 83712.
• Admission: Included with Garden admission: adults $15; seniors and students $13; youth $9. Members and children age 3 and under are free.

The Garden currently directs visitors to alternate parking at the Table Rock Trailhead behind the Warden’s House while its lot is closed.

Organizer and source: Idaho Botanical Garden — official Scarecrow Stroll details. Details reviewed September 26, 2026.

When and where

When: October 19, 2026 from 14:00 to 15:00 Mountain Time.
Where: Valley of the Tetons Library Makerspace, 77 N Main St, Driggs, Idaho 83422.

Plan your visit

Check the official library calendar for updates before visiting. This is a free library program, as listed on the library’s programs page.

Official organizer information | Library locations and updates | Free library programs

Reviewed October 13, 2026. Image: original AI-generated illustration for Idaho Family Fun; it does not show the actual event or venue.

Pickup window: Monday, October 19, 2026, 3-7 p.m. Mountain Time.

Where: The circulation desk in the children’s room at Portneuf District Library, 5210 Stuart Avenue, Chubbuck, Idaho 83202.

Good to know: This is a kit pickup, not a four-hour supervised class. The calendar does not specify that week’s project, fee or registration requirements. Call 208-237-2192 with questions.

Official information: October 2026 children's calendar.

Details reviewed October 13, 2026. Image: original AI-generated illustration for Idaho Family Fun; it does not show the actual event or venue.

Confirmed dates: Monday, October 19 and Monday, October 26, 2026, 4 to 5 p.m. Mountain Time.

Where: Twin Falls Public Library, 201 Fourth Avenue East, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301.

Ages: Grades K–3. The calendar does not state a fee or registration requirement; check with the library for details.

See the official calendar entries for October 19 and October 26 for updates. Directory artwork is an illustration.