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Remaining 2026 dates: September 12, 19 and 26; October 3, 10 and 17.

Hours: 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Mountain Time each Saturday.

Where: 33 East Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho 83642, at Meridian City Hall.

Bring spending money for vendor purchases and check the market’s page for the current vendor lineup and any updates.

Official market schedule and vendor information. Reviewed September 8, 2026.

When: Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Mountain Time.

Where: Expo Idaho, 5610 North Glenwood Street, Garden City, ID 83714.

Admission: Free admission and parking. Visit the organizer’s page for a free pass and the latest details.

Official event information and free pass

• When: Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Mountain Time.
• Where: Idaho Avenue and 2nd Street, downtown Meridian, Idaho.
• Family highlights: Children’s crafts at Generations Plaza from 10 a.m.–1 p.m., a youth strudel-eating contest for ages 8–14 at 11 a.m., and pretzel tossing at 2 p.m., plus music and vendors.
• Cost: The Chamber announcement does not specify a gate admission price. Food, drinks, and purchases cost extra; check with the organizer for any activity fees.

Organizer and source: Meridian Chamber of Commerce’s September 21 announcement. Details reviewed September 26, 2026.

Original AI-generated promotional illustration created for Idaho Family Fun.

When: October 3–4, 2026, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. each day (Mountain Time).

Where: Dennis Technical Education Center, 3324 S Milwaukee St, Boise, Idaho 83709. Onsite parking is free.

Admission: Advance general admission is $12 per person plus ticketing fees (currently $2.26). Day-of-event tickets cost $3 more. Choose a Saturday or Sunday ticket. Activities are geared toward ages 2–12; equipment participation requires a safe, comfortable fit in the cab. See the ticket page for age-specific admission options and military pricing.

Organizer: NUCA of Southern Idaho, in cooperation with Boise School District. The event supports local children’s charities.

Tickets and current event details · Official Dozer Day Idaho website

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: October 3–4, 2026, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. each day (Mountain Time).

Where: Dennis Technical Education Center, 3324 S Milwaukee St, Boise, Idaho 83709. Onsite parking is free.

Admission: Advance general admission is $12 per person plus ticketing fees (currently $2.26). Day-of-event tickets cost $3 more. Choose a Saturday or Sunday ticket. Activities are geared toward ages 2–12; equipment participation requires a safe, comfortable fit in the cab. See the ticket page for age-specific admission options and military pricing.

Organizer: NUCA of Southern Idaho, in cooperation with Boise School District. The event supports local children’s charities.

Tickets and current event details · Official Dozer Day Idaho website

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.