Events in Spokane

Spokane Valley Seventh Day Adventist Church

This annual Easter event features a Jerusalem market, family friendly activities, music and more. 509-953-2073

Journey to the Cross

Fri., April 18, 6-8 p.m., Sat., April 19, 4-8 p.m. and Sun., April 20, 4-8 p.m.

1601 S. Sullivan Rd., Spokane Valley Spokane Valley

Free

Sex With Seneca, Miss Prince, I Absorb Your Static, Tea

An immersive outdoor walk-through event on Easter weekend bringing to life the events surrounding Christ's death and resurrection performed by a cast of 250 actors. April 18-20; Fri from 6-8 pm, Sat-Sun from 4-8 pm. 509-926-5866

Sat., April 19, 6:30-11 p.m.

J Bones Musicland

2204 E. Mallon Ave, Spokane Spokane - East

$20

EWU CPP Community Engagement Speaker Series: Workforce Skills & Networking Reception

509-251-6870

Tue., April 22, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Eastern Washington University

526 Fifth St., Cheney Cheney

Free

Community, Education

An employer panel presentation including Dr. Shari McMahan, President, Eastern Washington University, Ezra Eckhardt, CEO, Spokane Teachers Credit Union, Alex Jackson, CEO, MultiCare Health System, and John Hohman, City Manager, City of Spokane Valley followed by a networking reception. 509-359-6083

UHS Spring Craft Fair

Sat., April 26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sun., April 27, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

University High School

12320 E. 32nd Ave., Spokane Valley Spokane Valley

$3

Community, Health & Wellness

Over 175 local vendors and artisans sell goods in support of University High School's Marching Band.

Medication Take Back Day

Sat., April 26, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Walmart

2301 W. Wellesley Ave., Spokane Spokane - West

Free

Bring back your unused, unwanted, and expired medications to be disposed of in a safe manner, no questions asked.

Wes Anderson Day

Thu., May 1, 5-10 p.m.

Cellar & Scholar

15412 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley Spokane Valley

Funny Funny Funny Joke Joke Joke

$20

Food & Drink, Film

A Wes Anderson-themed event featuring trivia, costumes, an a la carte menu and unexpected surprises. 509-218-6226

Thu., May 1, 7:30-9 p.m.

Garland Theater

924 W. Garland Ave., Spokane Spokane - North

Saint George's IB Visual Arts Juniors

$15

Comedy

A unique comedy experience that takes full advantage of the Garland Theater's projector system, combining stand-up comedy, live sketches and other mixed-media comedic bits. This month features headliner Lindsay Glazer, Josh Teaford and host Josiah Carlson. 509-327-1050

Thursdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Continues through May 31

Avenue West Gallery

907 W. Boone Ave., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Free

A showcase of work by Saint George's International Baccalaureate Diploma Visual Arts Programme Junior classstudents. May 2-31, Thu-Sat from 11 am-4 pm. 509-839-4999

Windermere Marathon

Sun., May 18, 5 a.m.-1 p.m.

Riverfront Park

507 N. Howard St., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Sports & Outdoors, Health & Wellness

$145

Starting in Liberty Lake, this point to point Marathon course runs west to downtown Spokane and ends in Riverfront Park. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Spokane River and a flat course on the Centennial Trail. Choose from a full or half marathon or a 10k or 5k race. 208-806-1311

First Annual International Art and Cultural Festival

Tue., April 15, 1-5 p.m.

Central Library

906 W. Main Ave., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Free

Community, Festival

Established in 2021, Thrive International is a local nonprofit that provides support and safety to refugees. Thrive is collaborating with the Spokane Public Library and Chrysalis Gallery to host this new International Art and Cultural Festival. Hosted at the Central Library, the event showcases multicultural art and international artists on International Art Day, which gives artists from all over the world an opportunity to share work reflecting their cultural heritage and unique stories. Not only is this event a celebration of diversity, creativity and humanity within our community, but it also provides a space for attendees to learn about the… 509-444-5300

Hamilton

Saturdays, Sundays, 1 p.m. and Tuesdays-Saturdays, 7:30 p.m. Continues through April 20

First Interstate Center for the Arts

334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

The Evolution of the Japanese Sword

$45-$125

Theater & Dance

A musical following the rise of founding father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. April 8-20; Tue-Sat at 7:30 pm, Sat and Sun also at 1 pm. 509-279-7000

Tuesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through May 4

2316 W. First Ave., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

$9-$15

This exhibition showcases Japanese swords as more than a mere weapon of war. The iconic Samurai sword of Japan and its accompanying fittings were elevated to works of high art that were, and still are, treasured and collected for their beauty and craftsmanship. Jan. 18-May 4, Tue-Sun from 10 am-5 pm. 509-456-3931

Samurai, Sunrise, Sunset

Tuesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through June 1

2316 W. First Ave., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

$9-$15

Heartistry: Artistic Wellbeing

Step into the world of a samurai and experience armor, weaponry and personal items from the powerful military class that ruled Japan for nearly 700 years. Each item tells a story through its master craftsmanship and individual details. Feb. 1-June 1, Tue-Sun from 10 am-5 pm. 509-456-3931

Tuesdays, 3-5 p.m.

Spark Central

1214 W. Summit Pkwy., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Free

Visual Arts, Community

A relaxed and inspiring environmnt for self-discovery. Participate in basic artistic concepts and activities or respond to a mindfulness prompt. Every Tuesday from 3-5 pm. 509-279-0299

Pottery: Fundamentals II

Tue., April 15, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Tue., April 22, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and Tue., April 29, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Gizmo-CDA

283 N. Hubbard Ave. Suite 102, Coeur d'Alene Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls

$210

This class offers students an opportunity to refresh skills learned in Fundamentals I and explore new techniques for throwing, trimming, decorating and glazing. 208-929-4029

David Jeter

Tue., April 15, 5-7 p.m.

Zola

22 W. Main Ave., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

509-624-2416

Jonathan Nicholson

Tue., April 15, 5-8 p.m.

Pend d'Oreille Winery

301 Cedar St., Sandpoint Sandpoint

Free

877-452-9011

Wiebe Jammin'

Tue., April 15, 6-9 p.m.

The Bunker Bar

702 N. Spokane St., Post Falls Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls

Free

Active Hope for a Livable Future: Divesting from Fossil Fuels

775-225-9902

Tue., April 15, 6-7 p.m.

Gonzaga University Hemmingson Center

702 E. Desmet Ave., Spokane Spokane - East

Free

Mapping the Pacific Northwest’s Glacial Legacy

Anna Johnson discusses how fossil fuels were a powerful force for the common good for many years and how it’s time to re-evaluate our commitment to them. 509-313-6942

Tue., April 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Cheney Library

610 First St., Cheney Cheney

Free

Sports & Outdoors

Using both historical and modern maps, this presentation will be a visual journey through the Pacific Northwest’s glacial past and present. Registration is required. Presented by Daniel Coe. 509-893-8280

New and Noteworthy Book Club

Third Tuesday of every month, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Wishing Tree Books

1410 E. 11th Ave., Spokane Spokane - South

Free

Join bookseller Mimi for a discussion about a book. Check website for each month's pick. Every month on the third Tuesday from 6:30-7:30 pm. 509-315-9875

Inanna McCarty

Mondays-Fridays, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Continues through April 30

SFCC Fine Arts Gallery

3410 W. Whistalks Way, Bldg. 6, Spokane Spokane - West

Free

Pieced Together: 2025 Senior Art & Design Exhibit

View artworks by the SFCC sƛ̓x̣etkʷ Artist-in-Residenct, kʷaɁowišč tyee Inanna McCarty. As an Indigenous person to the United States and Canada, McCarty is from the waɁač and Tsawout First Nations village and a descendant of both Nuu-chah-nulth and Coast Salish families. April 9-30, Mon-Fri from 8:30 am-3:30 pm. 509-533-3746

Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Continues through May 17

Bryan Oliver Gallery

Whitworth, 300 W. Hawthorne Ave., Spokane Spokane - North

Free

Spokane Watercolor Society Juried Show

An eclectic and engaging selection of works from Whitworth University's art and graphic design majors. April 8-May 17, Mon-Fri from 10 am-4:30 pm. 509-777-3258

Tuesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through May 4

2316 W. First Ave., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Free

Kindergarten Countdown Storytime

A national show of traditional and contemporary original artworks sponsored annually by the Spokane Watercolor Society. April 3-May 4, Tue-Sun from 10 am-5 pm. 509-456-3931

Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m. Continues through May 28

Liberty Park Library

402 S. Pittsburgh St., Spokane Spokane - East

Free

A weekly program consisting of stories, music, rhymes and interactive fun that help promote essential social-emotional, motor, language, literacy and math skills kids need to thrive in school. Ages 3-5. Sept. 10-May 27; Tue from 10-11 am. No program on Nov. 26, Dec. 26 or Jan. 2. 509-444-5300

Intro to Improv

Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Continues through May 6

Blue Door Theatre

319 S. Cedar St., Spokane Spokane - North

Andrea Joyce Heimer: No Name That I Know Of

$200

Comedy

For the first time, we’re shaking things up and offering our Intro to Improv class in the morning! Our introduction to improv course is for everyone! Whether you're an improv veteran looking to brush up on the basics or someone who’s never even heard of improv until you landed on our site, this class is for you! This 8-week in-person course is the perfect first step into improv. Play, laugh, and grow while facing fears and building confidence in yourself. You may even pick up a thing or two about comedy along the way! An eight-week improv course made for… 5097477045

Tuesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through May 25

2316 W. First Ave., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

$9-15

Kindergarten Countdown Storytime

Through collage-like layers of detail, Washington-based artist Andrea Joyce Heimer reconstructs tangled memories of her upbringing in rural Montana. The artist combines autobiography, fantasy, and dark humor to explore themes of loneliness and belonging. Feb. 14-May 25, Tue-Sun from 10 am-5 pm. 509-456-3931

Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m. Continues through May 27

Indian Trail Library

4909 W. Barnes Rd., Spokane Spokane - North

Free