Halloween weekend events

Halloween weekend is bringing plenty of opportunities for families to celebrate throughout Boundary County. From trunk-or-treating and fall festivals to carnival games, movies and community gatherings, several local organizations and businesses have planned activities for all ages on Friday, Oct. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 31. 

Here is a look at some of the events happening around the county this Halloween weekend. 

• Boundary Tractor to host Pumpkin Drop Oct. 30  

Boundary Tractor will host its annual Pumpkin Drop on Friday, Oct. 30, at 4 p.m. in the Boundary Tractor parking lot, located at 6632 Main St. in Bonners Ferry.  

Community members are invited to come out and enjoy an afternoon of fun and prizes as a giant pumpkin takes the plunge.   

The event is open to the community. 

• Foundations School Harvest Festival

Foundations School will host its Harvest Festival on Friday, Oct. 30, from 4 to 8 p.m. at 86 Latigo Lane in Naples. 

The family-friendly event will feature carnival games, trunk-or-treating, a petting zoo with a baby camel and a unicorn, and a silent auction benefiting the school. Visitors can also enjoy food from Jupiter Jane Traveling Café, Legacy Charcuterie and Opa, along with sweet treats from Elmer Shaved Ice. 

Additional activities will include a ribbon cutting for the Merc and the Turner Plumbing Hometown Hoodie Drive. 

Admission is $5 per person or $20 for a family of six. 

• Liberty Lanes Halloween weekend

Liberty Lanes Bar & Grill will host two days of Halloween festivities on Friday, Oct. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 31. 

Friday's celebration will feature a Halloween party for adults ages 21 and older, with doors opening at 7 p.m. Costume judging will take place at 9 p.m., with prizes, merchandise and other giveaways. 

On Saturday, guests of all ages who wear a Halloween costume can enjoy one free game of bowling, including shoe rental. Costumes are required to participate in the free bowling offer. 

• Boundary County Trunk or Treat

Boundary County employees will sponsor a Trunk or Treat event hosted by Boundary County Probation on Saturday, Oct. 31, beginning at 4 p.m. and continuing until the candy is gone. 

The family-friendly event will take place in the Boundary County Annex parking lot, featuring candy, costumes and Halloween fun. Participants are asked to enter the parking lot from the north end and exit at the south end. 

• The Country Club Spooktacular 

The Country Club Stables & Boarding will host its Halloween Spooktacular on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 4 to 9 p.m. at 221 Juneberry Lane in Bonners Ferry. 

The family-friendly event will feature trick-or-treating, bounce houses, a Halloween maze, carnival games, cotton candy and a photo booth. 

Admission is $5 per person, with children ages 2 and under admitted free. Family passes will also be available. 

• First Baptist Church Fall Festival

First Baptist Church of Bonners Ferry will host its free Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 6711 El Paso St. in Bonners Ferry. The family-friendly event will feature games, candy and more Halloween fun for children and families. 

• Kootenai Casino & Spa Spooktacular Halloween

Kootenai Casino & Spa will host a Spooktacular Halloween celebration on Saturday, Oct. 31, beginning at 4 p.m. Families are invited to bring their little ghosts, goblins and superheroes for trick-or-treating in the casino's Ktunaxa Room. Popcorn and hot cocoa for children and families to enjoy. 

• Clifty View Barn Fall Festival

Clifty View Barn will host its Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1207 Fitzpatrick Road in Bonners Ferry. 

The event will feature local vendors, food, games, a candy apple station, bounce house, photo opportunities and live music by Sydney Dawn. Visitors are encouraged to dress up for a chance to win prizes in the costume contest. 

A raffle will also be held, with $10 tickets offering a chance to win a weekend at the venue in 2027. All raffle proceeds will benefit Boundary County Victim Services. 

For more information, contact Sarah Dirks at 208-255-9989. 

• Moyie Springs Harvest Chili & Soup Dinner 

The city of Moyie Springs will host a free Harvest Chili & Soup Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Moyie Springs City Hall. 

The event, called "The Longest Table," is sponsored by the city of Moyie Springs and the Innovia Foundation and offers community members an opportunity to gather with neighbors and share a meal catered by Mill Cafe & Bake Shop. 

Attendees are welcome to bring a dessert to share and are encouraged to stay for the Trunk or Treat festivities and bring Halloween treats to hand out. 

• Glowing Treats Halloween event

Boundary County Middle School will be the location for the Glowing Treats Halloween event on Saturday, Oct. 31, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at 6577 Main St. in Bonners Ferry. 

Families are invited to enjoy Halloween treats, glow sticks and family-friendly fun. The event will continue while supplies last and is sponsored by local emergency services, organizations and businesses. 

• Boundary Community Hospital Halloween Trick-or-Treat

Boundary Community Hospital will host a Halloween trick-or-treat event on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 4 to 7 p.m. at 6640 Kaniksu St. in Bonners Ferry. 

Children and families of all ages are invited to enjoy Halloween treats and festivities. Costumes are encouraged.