SOLD OUT – Sleepless in Stripes 2026

Note: This event is Sold Out! Please check out our other Halloween events during October at https://history.idaho.gov/mec-category/locktober-events/, including Behind the Scenes Tours and Fright Nights!

Have you ever wanted to experience a night’s stay at the Old Idaho Penitentiary? Now is your chance to feel the conditions of the Idaho State Penitentiary, plus a behind the scenes tour of the site, “chowtime” (dinner and breakfast are included), souvenir shirt and mugshot photo, and an overnight stay in our historic cell houses.

Event: Saturday, October 10, 6:00 pm to 7:00 am.

Registration is just $125 per person (includes meals and souvenir shirt). This event is limited to only 30 people. Attendees must be 18 or older to participate. Registration forms will be sent to participants in September prior to attending the event.

Note: Old Idaho Penitentiary event tickets are nonrefundable and non-transferable.

Part of the Old Idaho Penitentiary’s 2026 Locktober series of events!