There is nothing quite like the fall season in Boise! The City of Trees changes to an array of red, orange, and yellow against the beautiful mountain backdrop. Whether it is picking pumpkins at one of the local farms, trick-or-treating on Harrison Blvd., or attending a fall event, Boise offers so much to celebrate the fall season.
Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, & Farms
Twin Oaks Farms
Twin Oaks Farm has been a fall staple in the Treasure Valley for several years now. Pre-COVID they would change an entry fee and have plenty of food & activities to participate in, including a haunted Halloween section. However, they have since switched things up to accommodate COVID restrictions. Twin Oaks no longer charges an entry fee to the farm and you can enjoy free corn pits, mini mazes, a hay stack tower and slide. The u-pick pumpkins, horse rides, train ride, and animal feed do cost money.
Location: 3650 North Eagle Road, Eagle ID 83616
Hours: Monday through Thursday 10am – Sunset, Friday through Sunday 10am – Sunset (about 6pm)
Lowe Family Farmstead
Celebrating 25 years of fall fun, the Farmstead is open for the season until October 30th. Enjoy one of Idaho’s largest corn mazes, pumpkin patch, hay rides, u-pick flower field, corn boxes, pig races, potato sack slide, pony rides, and much more. There is also plenty of food and drink vendors to make sure you stay full and hydrated while spending the day at the Farmstead. Admission is $16 and includes the hay ride, corn maze, pumpkin patch, farm animals, and more.
When Linder Farms changed hands, we weren’t sure if this fall staple would remain open to the public. However, the new owners (Dave & Kristen Morton) are dedicated to bringing plenty of activities and themed days/nights to the Treasure Valley! The Fall Festival opened on September 24th and will run until October 31st. Admission is $8 for single ticket, $30 for a family ticket (2 adults & 2 children), and $6 for each additional family member. Admission fees are separate from the cost of any attractions, games, food, drinks, or activities.
Activities include bounce houses, fun house, mechanical bull, sunflower field, hay ride, zip line, axe throwing, carnival games, and more. The concession stand will have a variety of drinks along with burgers, hot dogs, corn dogs, mini doughnuts, and cotton candy. The General Store will also be open and available to shop for fresh apple cider, local fruit, several local vendors, and even Linder Farms apparel.
Location: 7165 South Linder Road, Meridian ID 83642
Haunted Attractions
Haunted World
The Haunted World has been open for over 20 years and is one of Idaho’s largest haunted attractions. As the largest indoor and outdoor haunted attraction, they have perfected the art of fear! Visitors can expect about 1.5 hours of spooky fun on weekdays and about 2 hours on weekends. Admission is $27 for a base ticket (children 5 and under are free) and $32 for a fast track ticket (recommended on the weekends). Ticket price includes entry to the Haunted World and Skullvania attraction.
Hours:Monday through Friday dusk to 10 PM, Saturdays dusk to Midnight
Location: 20031 Northside Blvd., Caldwell ID 83605
Requiem Haunted House
Requiem is one of the newest haunted attractions in the Treasure Valley. Located in downtown Caldwell, with over 13,000 square feet of indoor terror, you are invited to enter at your own risk! Purchasing tickets online ahead of time is recommended, as they are only offering timed entries to adhere to COVID-19 protocols. Admission is $18 for ages 13 and up, and $13 for 12 and under. Waivers must be signed ahead of time online as well.
Location: 810 Main Street, Caldwell ID 83605
Fall Events
Fall Harvest at the Garden
Head out to the Idaho Botanical Garden every Saturday throughout October for the family-friendly Fall Harvest in the Garden. Each week offers a unique experience featuring Scarecrow Stroll, artisan vendors, food trucks, local beer and cider, and live music. There really is something for everyone! Set aside a few weekends to come and enjoy one of the best times to be in the Garden! Admission is free for members or $9 for adults, $5 for 4-12 years old, and free for kids 3 and under. Check out the full schedule of events here.
Boise Fall Home Show
The Boise Fall Home Show is one of the largest expo events of the year! Head out to Expo Idaho October 22nd – October 24th to find vendors for home updates and upgrades, landscaping, remodeling, new products, design ideas, and more. Tickets are $3 per adult and children 12 and under are free.
Fall has arrived in the Treasure Valley! We have said goodbye to 100 degree days, the trees are starting to turn colors, pumpkin spice lattes are available in local coffee shops, and we are starting to break out sweaters and boots. One of the best things about fall, in our opinion, is the large list of activities and family traditions that start this time of year. Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and u-pick orchards being amongst the top activities!
U-PICK ORCHARDS
Anderson Apple Ranch | 1877 West South Slope Road, Emmett
Anderson Apple Ranch has both Oregon Red Delicious and Golden Delicious apples available to pick this season. They are open Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM till October 31st. Remember to bring your own baskets or boxes to collect your apples!
Tyler’s Rocky Point Orchard | 993 Hermosa Lane, Emmett
Tyler’s Orchard has some of the best fresh apple cider around! Pick up a ½ gallon when you head out for u-pick apple and plums. Golden Delicious, Macintosh, and early Fuji apples are available. The orchard is self-serve and open seven days a week from sunrise to sunset.
Candy Apple Orchard just recently opened for the season! Their hours are Sunday-Friday (closed Saturday) from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Bring your own boxes, bags, or baskets to pick a variety of apples including Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, and Rome Beauties. In addition to apples, Candy Apple Orchard also has locally made Reisinger Honey, apple butter, pumpkin butter, and fruit salsas available for purchase.
Locally known as The Farmstead, the Lowe Family has created a fall oasis out in Kuna. In addition to their epic pumpkin patch, the Farmstead boasts one of the best (and most popular) corn mazes in Idaho. Plan to be there for a few hours at least because they also offer pig races, a potato sack slide, u-pick flowers, multiple train rides, farmyard animals and pony rides, and their Halloween attraction: Field of Screams. They are open Monday through Thursday 4:00 – 9:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and closed on Sundays. The Farmstead runs until October 31st.
Linder Farms is perhaps the second most popular fall attraction in the Treasure Valley. Attractions include the pumpkin patch, corn maze, tractor rides, petting zoo, multiple slides, a pumpkin sling shot, a mechanical bull, and much more. Linder Farms also offers plenty of delicious food and drink options. They are open Monday through Thursday 5:00 – 9:00 PM, Friday 5:00 – 10:00 PM, and Saturday 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
In addition to the pumpkin patch, Twin Oaks Farms offers u-pick vegetables, a petting zoo, and hayrides. COVID has caused Twin Oaks to shut down some of their more popular attractions this year, but in exchange they are offering free admission! They are the definition of a local, family run farm. Open Tuesday through Thursday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, and Friday-Sunday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The threat of COVID-19 has changed some local farms and corn mazes this year. So although we’ve weeded out some of those places and researched the most up-to-date information, please remember to call ahead or double check online before heading out for a day of fun.
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Field of Screams – The Farmstead presents their Field of Screams every Friday and Saturday night, starting on October 4th. This haunted corn maze opens at dark and lasts till 10:00pm. For more information, visit the Farmstead website at farmsteadfestival.com
Location: 2500 South Eagle Rd., Kuna, Idaho 83634
Haunted World – A Halloween staple in the Treasure Valley, The Haunted World kicked off their 20th season on Friday, September 13th. This is one of the Treasure Valley’s scariest Halloween activities and for good reason! Along with the main Haunted World attraction (which takes about 45 minutes to complete), this scare fest also features a haunted house and a 15 acre corn maze. For more information visit: hauntedworld.org
Tickets are $25 for ages 5+ and include entry to the Haunted World and Skullvania (the haunted house); the corn maze is included for free.
Open dates are: September 13-13, 20-21, 27-28, and October 1-31st (closed Sundays). Last tickets are sold as late as 10:00pm on weekdays and till midnight on weekends.
Requiem Haunted House – Located in downtown Caldwell, Requiem is the largest indoor haunted attraction in the Treasure Valley. You are invited to enter the 13,000 square foot building at your own risk. See more at requiemhaunt.com
Tickets are $13.00 for ages 13+ and $10.00 for 12 and younger.
Location: 810 Main Street, Caldwell, Idaho 83605
Open dates are: Fridays & Saturdays from 7:30-12:00pm now through October 26th. Thursdays from 7:30-10:00pm starting October 10th. Wednesday, October 30th, and Halloween night from 7:30-10:00pm.
Cabalo’s – Family run in Kuna, Cabalo’s Orchard has ten acres of pesticide free fruit and vegetables. They take pride in only using natural fertilization for their fruit trees and vegetables. The 2019 season is open now and features zucchini, cucumbers, peppers, grapes, and squash. U-Pick is only open for Gala Apples and Blackberries (limited quantities). They will also open a pumpkin patch through October.
Hours: Friday & Saturday 9:00am – 6:00pm, Sunday 1:00 – 6:00pm. They are closed for farming Monday-Thursday. Located at: 2087 West King Road, Kuna, Idaho 83634
Tyler’s Rocky Point Orchard – Fall season started on Tuesday, August 27th, and is open for U-Pick during daylight hours. Price is $12 per 5 gallon bucket. Fruits include plums, Fuji Apples, and Golden Delicious Apples.
Located at: 93 Hermosa Lane, Emmett, ID
Candy Apple Orchard – Carol and Burton Briggs open up their orchard for U-Pick in October. Apple trees include Rome Beauties, Red Delicious, and Golden Delicious.
Located at: 4500 Harvest Lane, Emmett, ID
Anderson Apple Ranch – Dave and Shannon Anderson open their ranch in the evenings and on Saturdays in late September through October for U-Pick apples. They also sell pre-picked apples along with apple cheesecake! Check their Facebook page for updated information.
Located at: 1877 West South Slope Road, Emmett, ID. Call for directions if needed: 208-695-9741
Looking for somewhere to get your pumpkins this season? Check out our list of local pumpkin patches!
The Farmstead – Know as Idaho’s Original Corn Maze, the Farmstead kicks off their 2019 season at their new permanent location in Kuna on September 20th! The season runs through October 30th.
This year’s corn maze theme is “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” and is made out of over one-million corn stalks! The image is a nod to the Idaho farms and ranches. The Farmstead also has a mini corn maze, pumpkin patch, food vendors, the Field of Screams, pig races and more.
Special days to keep an eye out for include:
Grandparents Day – September 21st: Grandparents receive free admission with the purchase of a grandchild admission (one free grandparent per child).
Dog Day – September 27th: Dog lovers are encouraged to bring their fury family members to the Farmstead to participate in a costume contest and more. All dogs must be leashed and social with others.
Food Truck Rally – October 11th & 25th: Local food trucks will set up shop along with the Farmstead’s own Tender Lovin’ Chicken food truck. The rally lasts from 4:00-10:00pm on 10/11 and 10/25.
Friday & Saturday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, closed Sundays.
NEW Location: 2500 South Eagle Road, Kuna, ID 83634
Linder Farms – Just off Linder Road, Linder Farms offers a corn maze, pumpkin patch, petting zoo, food vendors, and several special events. Their season starts on September 20th and ends November 2nd. Visit their website at www.linderfarms.com for detailed information and their event schedule.
Tickets start at a base price for simple farm admission ($5.00 on Fridays & Saturdays, $4.00 on Mondays-Thursdays), then you can pay for add-ons like the corn maze ($4.00-7.00) and tokens to be used towards pumpkins, concessions, and attractions.
Hours are Monday-Thursday 5:00 – 9:00 PM, Friday 5:00 – 10:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, and closed on Sundays.
Location: 7165 South Linder Road, Meridian, ID 83642
Twin Oaks Farms – Twin Oaks is the only operating farm still in existence on Eagle Road. Their primary crops consist of corn, wheat, potatoes, and pumpkins. Each year they open their farm for the fall and winter season. Twin Oaks is one of the only fall attractions open on Sundays. Halloween Land is open September 20th through October 31st. Activities include a corn maze, pumpkin patch, hay rides, farm animals, and their famous bunny hill! Find more information by visiting their website: www.twinoaksidaho.com
Tickets are $8.00 on Mondays-Thursdays, $11.00 on Fridays-Sundays and include entry to every attraction except for Nyah’s Haunted Woods. Tickets for the haunted attraction are $20.00 and must be purchased separately.
Hours are Monday-Thursday 4:00-9:00pm, Friday 4:00-11:00pm, Saturday 10:00am – 11:00pm, and Sunday 12:00-8:00pm.
Location: 3250 Eagle Road, Eagle, ID 83616
Want something a little scarier? Check out our list for Haunted Attractions in Idaho!
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