It seems as though grocery stores, mega-stores and department stores put their seasonal stuff out so early, that it’s easy to forget what season we’re really in. If you’ve forgotten about Halloween, its likely that you dont have any kids running around your house reminding you constantly. My kids however, are too young to know about it and so, the only reminder I have is those little annoying noise making heckling witches in the check-out aisle at the gorcery stores. So, if you’re wanting to know what trickery is available for you and your family this year, I’ve put together a couple events that you can take part in.
Boo at the Zoo
Who doesn’t love Meerkats and Astro Jumps? Zoo Boise is hosting their annual Boo at the Zoo on October 27th from 10AM to 5PM. They have costume contests for kids of all ages and after those festivities, they are going to feed some of your favorite animals some sort of Pumpkin Dish. Yummy. Who knew that Spider Monkeys loved squash?
For more details visit their site at Zoo Boise dot com
Children’s Harvest Festival
If you’re on a budget and need some wholesome family Halloween alternative, check out the ‘Children’s Harvest Festival’ at the Expo Idaho Fairgrounds. It’s “all free” and geared toward children ages 2 Years to 4th Grade. It’s on Oct. 31st from 6pm-9pm. There will be games, candy, carnival treats and “lots more”.
Luminous
Also on Oct. 31st, there will be an event at Calvary Chapel Boise for 4th Grade and Older kids. It’s a UNICEF fundraiser with a live music concert. Doors open at 6pm and the concert starts at 7pm with music from In Pursuit Of and Nate Fowler. Free candy and refreshments with a $2 donation at the door.
Idaho’s Original Corn Maize
Not so much an event but definitely worth mentioning here. This Corn Maze has been around for a few years now and although it’s been years since I’ve been there, Im told that it’s really fun with a lot of activities. Turn down your volume before going to their website, but once you’re there, you can browse all of the events and activities they have to offer. Corn Maize
The Haunted Woods
Each year the Eagel Fire Department has ‘The Haunted Woods’ fundraiser to support their Burn Out fund for families who have been displaced by fire. Where: Merril Park. When: Oct. 17th-Oct. 31st (only Fridays & Saturdays) and then on Oct. 30th (Thursday) from Dusk until 11:30pm.
You can get more information at the Eagle Fire Department website
If you know of other events that are family friendly, please post them here as a comment or email me and I will add them to the article.
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