Payette, Idaho · Holiday & Seasonal Events, Kids & Family Activities
Bring the family to the Payette Fire Department Harvest Party on October 24, 2026, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at 600 N. 16th Street. Enjoy family games and food, plus a silent auction and raffle. Proceeds support the department’s Burnout Fund, which helps families affected by house fires, and firefighter equipment.
Dover, Idaho · Free Community Events, Kids & Family Activities, Outdoor Events
Celebrate The Sled Hill at Pine Street Woods with Kaniksu Land Trust for an autumn afternoon of music, trails and family activities in Dover.
The celebration includes live music, guided trail hikes, kids’ games and crafts, a pumpkin patch, and Muskrat Hide & Seek. Bring your own apples for the community cider press. Folk School and Kaniksu Lumber demonstrations, a food truck, drinks, merchandise and a silent auction are also planned.
The property is already open to visitors; this event celebrates its community future and new trails. Regular on-site parking is limited to 20 cars near the Red Sled Barn, so carpool and check the organizer’s page for any event-specific parking instructions. Restroom availability and accessible routes have not been confirmed.
Organizer: Kaniksu Land Trust · 208-263-9471 · info@kaniksu.org.
Official event details and updates · Official visitor information · Our Sled Hill place listing
Details checked October 15, 2026. Check with the organizer before traveling.
Twin Falls, Idaho · Holiday & Seasonal Events
Put on a costume and follow a not-so-spooky StoryWalk through Twin Falls City Park. Community organizations will hand out candy and treats along the path, and families can stop at the fall photo station in the library’s original entrance.
When: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mountain Time. Drop in during the event.
Where: City Park, 400 Shoshone Street East, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301. The park occupies the 400 and 500 blocks of Shoshone Street East, beside the Twin Falls Public Library.
Cost and ages: Free community event for all ages.
Organizer: Twin Falls Public Library. Check the official library calendar for updates.
Image: original AI-generated representative scene for Idaho Family Fun, not a photograph of this event or venue.
Boise, Idaho · Outdoor Events
Watch free-flying raptors at the World Center for Birds of Prey in Boise during the outdoor Fall Flights program.
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.
Kellogg, Idaho · Holiday & Seasonal Events, Kids & Family Activities
Celebrate Silver Mountain Halloweekends in Kellogg on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Gondola Village, 610 Bunker Avenue.
Activities run from noon–3:30 p.m. Pacific Time, with face painting, Halloween games, free hot chocolate and cookie decorating. Costume contest lineup is at 4:50 p.m., with the winner announced at 5 p.m. Trick-or-treating with Mo the Moose follows.
Lava Hot Springs, Idaho · Holiday & Seasonal Events, Kids & Family Activities
Dress up for a day of Halloween festivities along Main Street in Lava Hot Springs. The chamber lists trick-or-treating, crafts and snacks, an all-ages scavenger hunt, and a costume parade. A fire pit and s'mores are planned at the Blue Jay Inn.
When: Saturday, October 24, 2026, noon-6:30 p.m. Mountain Time. The costume contest is listed for 4:30 p.m. at “the shack,” and the parade begins at 6 p.m.
Where: Main Street in Lava Hot Springs. The listed host venue and map reference is Blue Jay Inn, 189 E Main Street, Lava Hot Springs, Idaho 83246. Activities take place at more than one location; confirm the contest location and parade starting point with the organizer.
Cost and donations: No admission or activity prices are specified in the chamber listing. Donations, gift cards and food boxes are appreciated to support the Lava Pantry. Do not assume every food or activity offering is free.
Official details: Lava Hot Springs Chamber event listing. Event questions: Kathy, 801-386-6326.
Details reviewed October 13, 2026. Image: original AI-generated illustration created for Idaho Family Fun; not an organizer flyer or photograph of the event.
Caldwell, Idaho · Kids & Family Activities, Library & Educational Events
Give gently used Halloween costumes another outing at Caldwell Public Library's Costume Swap on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 2-4 p.m. Mountain Time. Bring costume donations for any age to the Children's Desk October 1-24 to earn tickets, then exchange the tickets for donated costumes during the swap. The program is free and open to the public, with no library card or registration required. The announcement does not explain options for visitors without donation tickets; call 208-459-3242 with questions.
Where: Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn Street, Caldwell, Idaho 83605.
Cost: Free program; swap tickets earned through costume donations.
Official event announcement and current details
Details reviewed October 14, 2026. Image: original AI-generated illustrative image for Idaho Family Fun; it does not show the actual event, attendees or venue.
Meridian, Idaho · Kids & Family Activities
Join Ten Mile Christian for a chili and cornbread cook-off, potluck and tailgate party on October 24, 2026. The gathering begins at 3 p.m., with food served at 4 p.m. Enjoy bounce houses for all ages, yard games and cornhole. All are welcome, and entering the competition is optional. Contest registration is free. The event is listed until 7 p.m., with the actual finish at the conclusion of the game. Location: 3500 W. Franklin Road, Meridian.
Chubbuck, Idaho · Free Community Events, Holiday & Seasonal Events, Kids & Family Activities
Portneuf District Library and community partners are hosting a Halloween trunk-or-treat for individuals with different needs and their families. The organizer describes the event as inclusive and accessible, with treats, treat alternatives and activities.
When: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 3-5 p.m. Mountain Time.
Where: Portneuf District Library, 5210 Stuart Avenue, Chubbuck, Idaho 83202. Some map services use Pocatello for this postal address.
Tickets: Free, but one ticket per family is required. Tickets are available at the library beginning October 12. Pick up your ticket before the event and check with the library about availability or any specific access needs.
Official event: Portneuf District Library Special Needs Trunk or Treat.
Details reviewed October 13, 2026. Image: original AI-generated illustration created for Idaho Family Fun; not an organizer flyer or photograph of the event.
Twin Falls, Idaho · Library & Educational Events
Settle in for a free Saturday movie at Twin Falls Public Library.
October 2026 lineup:
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.
