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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.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
• Time: 12:00–8:30 p.m. Mountain Time
• Location: Historic Rupert Square and Fremont Plaza area, 515 5th Street, Rupert, Idaho 83350

The organizer has confirmed the 2026 date and time but has not yet published admission information or a complete activity schedule. The inaugural 2025 festival featured local food and autumn vendors, children’s games, face painting, hayrides, and live music; the 2026 offerings may differ.

Please check the official Rupert Harvest Festival event page for the latest program, admission information, and weather updates before traveling.

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🐞 Event Highlights

• Ask an Entomologist and insect discovery stations
• Microscopes, citizen science, trivia, and interactive games
• Bug crafts, face painting, and a silent disco
• Giant yard games and a 30-foot Tree House Slide
• Food trucks and family activities throughout the Garden
• Admission includes the Woodland Wonders outdoor exhibition

💡 Good to Know

• Bug Day runs from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Last entry is at 4:00 PM.
• Adults: $17; member adults: $13.
• Youth ages 3 to 12: $13; member youth: $10.
• Children age 3 and younger are free.
• Tickets are limited, so advance purchase is recommended.
• Bike, walk, or carpool when possible.

Official Information: Idaho Botanical Garden Bug Day

Event details

• When: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 4–8 p.m. Mountain Time
• Where: Topgolf Boise, 1050 S Silverstone Way, Meridian, Idaho 83642
• Benefiting: Special Olympics Idaho athletes

Plan your visit

The organizer has not listed a separate event admission price or registration requirement. Golf and dining are paid venue activities; check Topgolf for current rates and bay availability. Guests under 16 must be supervised by an adult age 21 or older.

Special Olympics Idaho website
Official event calendar
Official Tip-a-Cop event details — Special Olympics Idaho
Topgolf Boise pricing and visit information

Event information verified September 19, 2026. Check the organizer for updates before heading out. Graphic created for Idaho Family Fun.

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.

The market is conveniently located next to sheltered picnic tables, a playground, restrooms, and other family-friendly amenities, making it easy to spend an evening shopping, eating, and enjoying the park.

🌳 Activities & Features

• 🥕 Farm Goods
• 🛍️ Handcrafted Artisan Wares
• 🧁 Baked Treats
• 🥤 Refreshing Beverages
• 🚚 Food Trucks
• 🎵 Live Entertainment
• 🧺 Sheltered Picnic Tables
• 🛝 Playground Nearby
• 🚻 Restrooms
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Atmosphere

💡 Good to Know

• 📅 The 2026 season runs Mondays from June 1 through September 28.
• ⏰ Market hours are 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
• 🌳 The market is located next to park amenities including picnic tables, a playground, and restrooms.

Official Website: Meridian Monday Night Market

Venardos Circus brings its Broadway-style traveling production to The Village at Meridian, featuring live acrobatics, comedy, music, and theatrical circus entertainment under the big top.

Performances run September 24 through October 4, with showtimes and ticket prices varying by date. Review the official Meridian ticket page for the current schedule, availability, and purchase details before traveling.

Daily hours — Pacific Time

• Thursday, September 24: 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; gates close at 8 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday, September 25–26: 10 a.m.–10 p.m.; gates close at 9 p.m.
• Sunday, September 27: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.; gates close at 2 p.m.

No admission or re-entry during the final hour each day.

Admission

At-fair prices: adults ages 13–59, $12; youth ages 6–12 and seniors 60+, $9; ages 5 and under, free. Thursday admission is free before 3 p.m. Friday senior admission is $4.

Presale through Wednesday, September 23 at 7 p.m.: adult admission $8; youth and senior admission $5. See the official ticket page for family bundles and season passes.

Carnival wristbands cost $35 during the fair or $30 presale, valid for one day. The fair does not recommend wristbands for children under 36 inches tall. Carnival hours differ from fair hours.

Additional parking is available off Airway Avenue by the east and north ends of Orchards Swimming Pool.

Official prices and hours | Tickets | Carnival hours

Family entertainment

Visit the Kids’ Zone at the Red Gate for the petting zoo (Thursday–Saturday, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.) and Wild West Fun Park (Thursday–Saturday, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.). Entertainment also includes the Magic of Louie Foxx, Leapin’ Louie comedy, balloon twisting, live music and a photo booth. Check the official entertainment schedule for individual show times.

Carnival hours — Pacific Time

• Thursday, September 24: 4–10 p.m.
• Friday, September 25: 3–11 p.m.
• Saturday, September 26: noon–11 p.m.
• Sunday, September 27: noon–4 p.m.

These are the carnival’s separately published hours; fair gate admission and re-entry close earlier as listed above. Plan to enter before the gate cutoff. Check individual ride height requirements before purchasing wristbands.

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.