Halloween in Sun Valley

Halloween…the spookiest night of the year. The eerie days leading up to October 31st are jam-packed with Halloween activities for kids and adults alike. Here, we preview the tricks and treats happening in Sun Valley.

Halloween Spooktacular

Bring your little monsters to the NexStage Theatre Saturday October 27th from 3 pm to 5 pm for free family fun. Take part in apple bobbing, a pumpkin carving contest, the kids’ costume parade and Dr. Frankenstein’s Spooky Laboratory.

Hailey Halloween Hoopla

The South Valley Merchants Association hosts their 2nd annual event in Hailey, Saturday October 27th from 3pm to 7pm. Kids and adults are invited to put on their costumes and trick-or-treat their way through Hailey at local businesses. The event also includes a costumes contest (yes, adults can win too) and a Monster Mash Music celebration.

Nightmare on Main Street

They say the freaks come out at night, and this is where they will be. Main Street in Ketchum will be closed to all but pedestrians from 9pm to 2am on Saturday October 27th for a Halloween street party. Local bars will feature drink specials and live music, and costume contest winners will be announced at 11:45 pm on the Main Street stage in the categories of Best Group, Best in Show and Scariest…spooky!

Hemingway Halloween Kids Party

For Halloween games, prizes and treats, put on your costume and go to Hemingway Elementary in Ketchum, Sunday October 28th from 1pm to 3pm. Not only will the party be super fun, but also educational; volunteers will be handing out information for parents and children on how to have a safe, and fun Halloween.

2nd Annual Harvest Celebration

The South Valley Christian Churches is putting on a safe, indoor alternative to trick or treating. On Wednesday October 31st, at 6pm, join other Halloween revelers at the Community Campus Gym for games, prizes, face painting and most importantly, candy!