Booverton Brings Downtown Beaverton to Life

Even the rain couldn’t stop Beaverton from showing up for one of its favorite fall traditions. On October 26, downtown Beaverton came alive with costumes, candy, and community spirit as more than 1,500 people filled the streets for Booverton 2025, the Beaverton Downtown Association’s annual Halloween celebration.

Families, friends, and neighbors explored more than 50 participating local businesses that handed out candy, hosted games, and created hands-on activities for visitors of all ages. Central Station Taps invited families to paint and carve pumpkins, Michelle Bauer Photography captured memories with a festive photo booth, Binary Brewing held a pumpkin decorating contest, and the Beaverton Masonic Lodge welcomed guests in from the rain for crafts and treats. The Beaverton City Library joined the fun by handing out candy and small toys, while Breakside Brewing wrapped up the day with a lively after-party featuring a costume contest and family dance party.

For many, Booverton has become a can’t-miss event that represents the best of what downtown Beaverton has to offer. “Booverton is one of those events that really captures what makes our downtown so special,” said Kirsten Agard, Chair of the Beaverton Downtown Association. “It’s neighbors supporting neighbors, families making memories, and local businesses opening their doors to the community.”

The Beaverton Downtown Association, a volunteer-driven nonprofit, coordinated months in advance to organize the route, engage business partners, and promote participation across the downtown core. Volunteers distributed candy bags, guided families to participating businesses, and helped ensure a safe, welcoming environment for everyone. “This event is a true team effort,” Agard added. “Our volunteers, business owners, and community partners all play a part in making Booverton successful.”

Booverton also highlights the BDA’s broader mission: to build a thriving, inclusive, and vibrant downtown that reflects Beaverton’s diverse community. Events like Booverton help create foot traffic for small businesses, introduce new visitors to downtown, and strengthen the sense of belonging that makes Beaverton unique. “It’s not just about candy and costumes,” Agard said. “It’s about connection — creating shared experiences that bring people back downtown throughout the year.”

As the afternoon came to a close and families headed home with full candy bags and big smiles, the sense of community was unmistakable. Rain or shine, Beaverton showed up once again — proving that when this community comes together, downtown truly shines.

For more details on the Beaverton Downtown Association, visit www.downtownbeaverton.org.