The Garden is OPEN Wednesday-Monday 9AM-5PM | Last Admission is 4PM | Closed Tuesdays | Free Admission for Flower Power Happy Hour 10/9, 4-7pm | Scarecrow Stroll is now open 10/4-11/2.

Events / Idaho Bootanical Garden

Idaho Bootanical Garden

October 2 - November 2
A month-long celebration of color, creativity, and fall magic in the Garden.
Members and
Kids 3 & under
FREE
Non-members
$14
Seniors (65+)
$12
Youth 4-12
$8

All October Long – Where Fall Blooms a Little Differently

This October, the Idaho Botanical Garden slips into something a little more… bootanical. For one month only, our Garden transforms into the Idaho Bootanical Garden, a fall celebration that is a little whimsical, a little spooky, and a whole lot beautiful.
Unlike pumpkin patches, corn mazes, or haunted houses, the Bootanical Garden offers a different kind of seasonal magic. Some days you might find live music drifting through the trees, food trucks serving local flavors, or seasonal drinks in hand. Other days are perfect for a peaceful wander among golden foliage and clever scarecrows. Every visit offers something new and always something beautiful.

Why the Bootanical Garden is Different

Feature

Local Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze, or Haunted House

Idaho Bootanical Garden

Experience

Fun, traditional seasonal activities that feel familiar year after year

A month-long calendar of changing events and activities so every visit offers something new

Setting

Classic farm fields, winding mazes, or themed indoor/outdoor attractions

A vibrant botanical garden filled with fall colors, blooming plants, and creative displays

Atmosphere

Energetic and lively, perfect for a single seasonal outing

Relaxed and varied, with events that can match your mood from playful to peaceful

Reason to Return

Once you have been, you have enjoyed the full experience until next year

Come back multiple times in October for a mix of live music, food trucks, plant sales, art walks, and more

October Highlights at the Idaho Bootanical Garden

Thursdays: Flower Power Happy Hours | 4:00 - 7:00 pm

  • Oct. 2 – Kick back with music, drinks, and a golden-hour stroll.
  • Oct. 9 – Plant Bingo Night. Win plants and prizes while enjoying live music and a seasonal beverage in hand.
  • Oct. 16 – Browse Rediscovered Books’ mobile bookstore, then unwind with autumn blooms, local drinks, and the best sunset in town.
  • Oct. 23 - Stroll through autumn colors and discover creative scarecrows. The perfect way to enjoy fall at the Garden.
  • Oct. 30 - Sip, relax, and enjoy the final happy hour of the season.

Wednesday, Oct. 8 – Western For Good Night at Western Collective | 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Join us at Western Collective in Garden City for an evening that gives back! From 6–9 PM, 50% of all draft beer and cocktail sales will be donated directly to the Idaho Botanical Garden. Sip, celebrate, and enter for a chance to win tickets to upcoming Garden events, all while supporting the Garden.

Western Collective, 111 W 33rd St, Garden City, ID 83714

Saturday, Oct. 11 – Harvest Fest, Spooky in the Garden, and Fall Plant Sale | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

The Garden takes on a spooky vibe and costumes are encouraged. Explore the Fall Plant Sale on the Plaza during the day, then enjoy music, food trucks, and Halloween fun into the evening.

Pricing:

  • Adult: $17
  • Member Adult & Senior (65+): $12
  • Youth (4-12): $10
  • Children (3 & under): Free
Tickets

Saturdays, Oct. 18 and Oct. 25 – Fall Vibes Only 

Take a moment to slow down, enjoy a warm drink, and let the crisp autumn air and colorful Garden surroundings refresh your mind and spirit.

Scarecrow Stroll – All Month Long During General Admission Hours

Wander the paths to meet dozens of community-designed scarecrows, each one funny, clever, and perfect for a photo. Included with admission. Costumes welcome every day.

 

 

 

 

 

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Why You Will Love It Here

No lines for hayrides, just meandering garden paths.
No jump houses, plenty of nature’s playground instead.
No haunted mazes, but plenty of artful autumn surprises.
The Idaho Bootanical Garden is where you can breathe, explore, and connect with nature, with friends, and with the magic of the season.

Come for the colors, stay for the creativity.
This is autumn, the Bootanical way.

Getting Here

Bike, walk, carpool, or even jump on a broom stick. We love our
planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. But if driving is a must, here are some directions!
Please be advised there are detours on Warm Springs Ave.
2355 Old Penitentiary Rd. Boise, Idaho 83712
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