October 2025 Events in Boise & the Treasure Valley
- The BBRE Team
- Oct 3, 2025
- 7 min read
🎃 October in the Treasure Valley means pumpkins on porches, crisp mornings, and plenty of festive fun to fill your calendar. From harvest festivals and home shows to Broadway performances, concerts, and Halloween traditions, this month has something for everyone.
Of course, October also brings a sea of blue and orange as Boise State football season continues — don’t miss the energy at Albertsons Stadium.
As your local guide, we’ve rounded up the best events in Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Caldwell, and beyond. Whether you’re planning a fall weekend with friends, making memories with the kids, or looking for something new to enjoy, you’ll find plenty of ways to celebrate the season across the Treasure Valley.
📍 Expo Idaho | South & Center Expo Buildings
🗓️ October 3–5 | Fri 5:00–9:00 PM, Sat 11:00 AM–6:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Explore over 150 displays featuring the latest in home updates, landscaping, remodeling, and design. Get professional tips, discover new products, and connect with local experts for inspiration and advice.
📍 Expo Idaho | South Expo Building
🗓️ Saturday, October 4 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A full day dedicated to women! Enjoy a festive shopping experience with over 100 exhibits featuring handcrafted jewelry, home décor, apparel, beauty products, and local treats. Bring your mom, daughters, friends, or coworkers and savor a day of fun, empowerment, and discovery at this free event.
📍 Expo Idaho | Center Expo Building
🗓️ Saturday, October 4 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Treasure Valley’s premier health, activity, and planning expo for seniors. Explore 85+ exhibits featuring healthcare resources, senior housing, travel tours, fitness experts, artisans, and more. With free admission, educational seminars, and health screenings, this event is a valuable resource for seniors and caregivers alike.
📍 1500 Shoreline Dr, Boise
🗓️ Saturdays through October | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Support local growers and makers at the Boise Farmers Market, your go-to spot for fresh seasonal produce, baked goods, artisan foods, and more. Enjoy everything from farm-fresh veggies to locally roasted coffee and ready-to-eat treats. It’s a vibrant community experience built around good food, sustainability, and supporting local agriculture.
📍 The Grove Plaza & 8th Street | 827 W Main St, Boise
🗓️ Saturdays through October 18, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Stroll through downtown Boise’s original open-air market featuring local farms, artists, bakers, and makers. The Capital City Public Market brings The Grove Plaza and 8th Street to life every Saturday with a curated mix of produce, handmade goods, live music, and vibrant community energy.
📍 Ford Idaho Center | 16200 N Idaho Center Blvd, Nampa
🗓️ October 10–12 | Various Times
Find everything under one roof for everything under your roof at the Canyon County Fall Home Show. Explore exhibits on remodeling, landscaping, new products, and expert design ideas. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for seniors, and free for kids 12 & under.
📍 Indian Creek Plaza | 120 S Kimball Ave, Caldwell
🗓️ Saturday, October 4 | 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Bring your four-legged best friends to Caldwell’s annual Dogtoberfest! This pup-friendly twist on Oktoberfest features dog costume contests, the hilarious “Running of the Wieners,” a stein-holding competition, live music, food, and beer. Even the splash pad opens up for water-loving pups. One day only — dogs take over the plaza!
📍 Meridian Speedway | 335 S Main St, Meridian
🗓️ Saturday, October 4 | Gates 4:45 PM, Racing 6:30 PM
Get ready for a night of high-octane excitement at the ATS Inland Boat Race of Destruction Finale, presented by Ryan Shelby at Guild Mortgage. Featuring NASCAR Modifieds, Latemodels, Street Stocks, Mini Stocks, Hornets, and the Thunder Dogs, this event promises thrills for the whole family. Kids 6 and under are free.
📍 18252 Chicken Dinner Rd, Caldwell
🗓️ Sunday, October 5 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Spend the day among pumpkins and flower fields at this pet-friendly marketplace event. Bring your furry friends, browse local vendors, enjoy live music by Spencer Batt, and grab a bite from food trucks onsite. Admission for dogs is $5 or a donation of pet food.
📍 Indian Creek Plaza | 120 S Kimball Ave, Caldwell
🗓️ Saturday, October 11 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Head to Indian Creek Plaza for a spooky evening of costumes, candy, and classic cars at this family-friendly Trunk or Treat. Spectators and show cars are free to attend, with costume awards announced at 6:30 PM on the ICCU Stage.
📍 JUMP Park | 1000 W Myrtle St, Boise
🗓️ Saturday, October 25 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM
JUMP comes alive with Halloween magic during this free community event! Explore a Wacky World of Wonder filled with inflatables, costumes, and trick-or-treat stations hosted by local nonprofits. Open to all ages — ghosts, ghouls, zombies, and humans alike are welcome.
📍 Zoo Boise | 355 Julia Davis Dr, Boise
🗓️ October 25–26 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last admission 4:00 PM)
One of Boise’s favorite family Halloween traditions! Enjoy trick-or-treat stations, costume contests for all ages, face painting, vendors, and special Halloween treats for the zoo animals. Regular admission applies; free for Zoo Boise members.
📍 Morrison Center | 2201 W Cesar Chavez Ln, Boise
🗓️ Saturday, October 4 | 7:30 PM 🗓️ Sunday, October 5 | 2:00 PM
The Boise Phil opens its 25/26 Symphonic Season with a stirring program led by conductor Eric Garcia. From the triumphant fanfare of John Williams to Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 5 and the powerful finale of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4, this concert promises an evening of passion and breathtaking artistry.
📍 Morrison Center | 2201 W Cesar Chavez Ln, Boise
🗓️ October 10–12 | Various Showtimes
This fall, Ballet Idaho brings intrigue and romance to the stage. Experience a new Sherlock ballet by choreographer Penny Saunders, paired with the haunting Act II of Giselle—where the heroine returns as a ghost among the wilis, enacting revenge on their living lovers. A powerful blend of mystery, passion, and timeless artistry.
📍 Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater | 16200 N Idaho Center Blvd, Nampa
🗓️ Saturday, October 11 | 7:00 PM
Country star Cole Swindell brings his Happy Hour Sad Tour to the Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater, joined by Priscilla Block and special guest Logan Crosby. A night of high-energy country hits under the Idaho sky.
📍 Morrison Center | 2201 W Cesar Chavez Ln, Boise
🗓️ October 21–26 | Various Showtimes
The Tony Award®–winning musical comedy Shucked brings its harvest of humor to Boise this fall. With a book by Robert Horn, music by Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally, and direction by Jack O’Brien, this a-maize-ing Broadway hit is packed with laughter, heart, and a little bit of corny fun. Don’t miss this fresh and funny story of unlikely heroes and hometown pride.
📍 The Riverside Hotel | 2900 W Chinden Blvd, Boise
🗓️ Wednesday, October 22 | 7:00 – 9:30 PM
An evening of music, comedy, and audience fun! Two pianists take requests, crack jokes, and get the crowd singing along on their baby grands. A lively and interactive night full of great music and laughter.
📍 ExtraMile Arena | 1401 Bronco Ln, Boise
🗓️ Friday, October 24 | 7:30 PM
Country superstar Eric Church brings his Free The Machine Tour to Boise, joined by special guest Charles Wesley Godwin. Fans can expect a powerhouse performance filled with energy, grit, and unforgettable hits at ExtraMile Arena.
📍 The Riverside Hotel | 2900 W Chinden Blvd, Boise
🗓️ Saturday, October 4 | 2:00 – 8:00 PM
Raise a glass at The Riverside’s Oktoberfest! Enjoy an afternoon of beer, games, and live music on the River’s Edge Terrace and Sandbar. This all-ages event is free to attend.
📍 Idaho Botanical Garden | 2355 Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise
🗓️ Saturday, October 11 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Celebrate autumn at the Idaho Botanical Garden with the annual Fall Harvest Fest! Explore the Scarecrow Stroll, enjoy face painting, local vendors, and a tarot card reader, plus live music and seasonal food and beverages from the Garden bar.
📍 Eagle City Hall | 660 E Civic Ln, Eagle
🗓️ Saturday, October 11 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Kick off the season with Eagle’s annual Harvest Fest! Enjoy pumpkin decorating, kids’ crafts, fun fall activities, live music, and delicious food vendors. With plenty of photo ops and community spirit, it’s a perfect way to celebrate autumn with friends and family.
📍 Boise Grange | 2624 W Bannock St, Boise
🗓️ Sunday, October 12 | 1:00 – 3:30 PM
Learn the art of fondue in this hands-on workshop hosted by the Boise Grange. From savory cheese to decadent chocolate, you’ll master techniques and take home over a dozen recipes to recreate. Come hungry and ready to dip, swirl, and indulge!
📍 9th St. Parallel at Knitting Factory | 416 S 9th St, Boise
🗓️ Wednesday, October 29 | 7:00 PM
Bring your friends for a lively evening of music, drinks, and friendly competition! At Music Bingo Night, you’ll test your song-guessing skills for a chance to win concert tickets of your choice. Ages 21+ only.
📍 Zoo Boise | 355 Julia Davis Dr, Boise
🗓️ Thursday, October 30 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
An adults-only Halloween adventure at Zoo Boise! Take a guided after-hours tour to see the animals’ nighttime behaviors, enjoy a festive atmosphere, and sip beer, cider, or wine available for purchase. Costumes encouraged. Ages 21+ only; $25 per person.
October is full of opportunities to celebrate, explore, and enjoy the Treasure Valley, and we’d love to follow along on your adventures. If you make it out to one of these events, be sure to tag us @boisesbestre so we can share in the fun.
And if your fall plans include buying or selling a home, our team at Boise’s Best Real Estate is here to guide you — reach out anytime, we’d be honored to help.
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