- Event Overview
About
Boise
Halloween Pub Crawls
The Boise Halloween Bar Crawl keeps the night in one compact stretch of downtown, which is how Boise nightlife tends to work. A few blocks of Main Street and Bannock Street hold enough bars to fill a Saturday, so you can walk the whole route without ever needing to find a ride between stops.
Late October in the Treasure Valley is cold and clear. Expect highs in the 50s, nights in the 30s or 40s, and the occasional rainy front, so plan a costume that fits under a coat or layers well. The foothills behind the city usually have a dusting of fall color or early snow.
Boise State students mix in with the downtown regulars, and groups come from Meridian, Nampa, Eagle and Garden City to celebrate in town instead of in the suburbs. It is a friendly, social city, and people will happily compare costumes at the bar. Boise keeps its downtown tight and friendly, and the Basque Block, the river path and the capitol dome all sit within a short walk of each other. That compact layout is the reason a crawl works so well here: no stop is far from the last, and a missed turn costs you a minute, not a mile.
A single ticket gets you a wristband, a digital map and access to participating venues, with drink specials at select stops. Bring a group, choose a theme everyone can pull off in the cold, and use the route to cover the best parts of downtown in one night.
What’s Included With My Boise Bar Crawl Ticket?
🔥 Free entry into participating bars
🎉 Free after party at a participating venue (October 31st)
👻 Halloween-themed drink specials
😋 Food specials at select venues
📸 Professional photographer on site
🎟️ Pubcrawls.com branded wristband
🗺️ Digital bar crawl map access
🕸️ High-energy Halloween atmosphere
Featured Participating Bars
- 10 Barrel Brewing Boise
- Space Banana
Specials:
🥃 1 Free Shot with the Purchase of a Drink
🥃 $10 Cosmic Crawl Cocktail - Pengilly’s Saloon
Specials:
🥃 $4 Draft Beers
🥃 $4 Black or White Butterscotch Russians
🥃 $4 Tootsie Roll Shots
Event Details
Three confirmed downtown stops, a short walking route and a mountain-town Halloween with real cold in it.
Largest Pub Crawl Event
Top Halloween Bar Crawl in Boise.
40,000+ Attendees Nationwide
Thousands join the annual Halloween pub crawl
4+ Participating Bars
Crawl the Best Bars in Boise
Organized Event
- What's Included
What You Get With a Pub Crawl Ticket
Buy once for Boise and the wristband, map and drink specials come with 10 Barrel, Space Banana and the rest.
Boise Bar Access
Access to multiple participating Boise bars
| Halloween Drink Perks |
October 31st tickets include 3 complimentary drinks or shots.
Drink Specials
Exclusive Halloween Drink Specials and themed cocktails at select venues!
| Party Vibes All Night |
Live DJs at select venues
| Event Wristband |
Official event branded PubCrawls.com wristband
| Crawl Map |
Digital 3D Bar Crawl Map
Photo Ops
Professional Photographer / Videographer
Squad-Friendly Fun
Group-friendly Halloween nightlife experience!
After-Party Access
Participating Venues on the Pub Crawl Route
Participating Boise stops include 10 Barrel Brewing Boise, Space Banana and Pengilly’s Saloon, so the route stays in the downtown core where the blocks are short and the walking is easy.
How the Pub Crawl Works
Boise gets its crawl going in four steps, and none involve a car once you are downtown.
Buy tickets for your whole Boise group, including the friends coming in from Meridian or Nampa. The price steps up toward Halloween, so go early.
Check the confirmation email for the venue and window where you start. Drop it in the group chat so Eagle and Garden City carpools arrive together.
Show your ID at check-in, since only guests 21 or older can join. Staff give you a wristband, and you can head to Pengilly's or the other stops.
Wear your costume over a warm layer, show your wristband at each participating bar, and hit them in any order. Downtown Boise is walkable, so leave the car at home and ride back after.
Event Agendas
A Boise night here starts with check-in, runs through a few downtown stops, and finishes on a cold walk or ride.
Frequently Asked Questions
Boise answers for students, Treasure Valley locals and anyone visiting for Halloween weekend.
Do Boise Broncos fans under 21 get a pass on the ID rule?
No. Everyone on the crawl must be 21 or older with a valid government photo ID, and that includes students, locals and visitors. Bring a physical card, not a screenshot.
How cold will Boise be on Halloween night?
Dress for the cold. Evenings drop into the 30s or 40s, so plan a costume that works over a base layer, or wear a warm coat you do not mind leaving at the bar. Comfortable shoes beat heels.
What is the first stop for the Boise crawl?
Your ticket confirmation names the check-in venue and the time window. Go there first for the wristband, then wander between the downtown bars in any order, with the map as your guide.
Is the Boise crawl entirely downtown?
Yes, the venues listed for this crawl, including 10 Barrel Brewing Boise, Space Banana and Pengilly's Saloon, are in the downtown core. Your confirmation gives the check-in venue and arrival window.
How do I get home in Boise?
Rideshare and taxis serve downtown, though demand spikes late on Halloween. Book your ride a few minutes before you actually leave, and never drive after drinking, even if you only came in from Meridian or Eagle.
How early should I buy my Boise ticket?
Early enough to beat the step-ups. The price rises as Halloween gets closer, and a downtown Saturday fills up, so buy now and sort the costume later.
Can Boise State students and out-of-towners share a group?
Absolutely. Anyone who is 21 or older with a valid photo ID can join, and a group can include students, locals and visitors. Buy tickets together early, then check in at the same venue.
