Spokane Calendar
For events with extended runs, such as plays and gallery shows,
please visit the Ongoing Events Calendar.
For additional community listings, visit the Spokane Arts Commission.

Thursday, July 29, 2010
6:30pm - No Cover
Darin Hilderbrand
Laguna Cafe
4304 S Regal, Spokane, WA [map]
Darin Hilderbrand AKA: "Just Plain Darin" will be playing live acoustic music. For more information, email justplaindarin@mac.com.
Friday, July 30, 2010
5pm to 8pm - Free
Grand Opening Weekend
Tinman Too
811 W Garland Ave, Spokane, WA [map]
As part of the Grand Opening Weekend, Tinman will hose an Artists Reception for Deanna Camp, the current "emerging artist" on display at Tinman Too. Deanna's show is called "Five Mile Prairie in Pastels." For more information, call 509-325-1500.
Friday, July 30, 2010
5:30pm - No Cover
Bill Tierney and Brian Jones
One World Spokane
1804 E Sprague, Spokane, WA [map]
Bill Tierney and Brian Jones will play until 8pm. The restaurant always serves good fresh organic food, even as fresh as from the garden out back! For reservations, call 509-270-1608.
Friday, July 30, 2010
6pm - Free
Darin Hilderbrand
Park Bench Cafe
Manito Park, Spokane, WA [map]
Darin Hilderbrand AKA: "Just Plain Darin" will be playing live acoustic music. For more information, email justplaindarin@mac.com.
Friday, July 30, 2010
9pm - No Cover
Darin Hilderbrand
Rain
1007 W 1st Ave, Spokane, WA [map]
Darin Hilderbrand AKA: "Just Plain Darin" will be playing live acoustic music. For more information, email justplaindarin@mac.com.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
9am to 1pm - Free
Diminishing Faculties
Liberty Lake Farmers' Market
1421 N. Meadowwood Lane, Liberty Lake, WA [map]
The band "Diminishing Faculties" will be performing classic rock at the Liberty Lake Farmers' Market.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
10 am to 1 pm - Free - Donations
Historical Spinning Demonstration
Cheney Historical Museum
420 1st St., Cheney, WA [map]
See a Great Walking Spinning Wheel in action. This wheel came across country in 1885 and may be the only functioning one of its kind in the inland northwest. A demonstration of the spinning wheel and other spinning activities and small wheels. For more information call 509-235-2202 or email info@cheneymuseum.org.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
10am to 6pm - Free
Grand Opening Weekend
Tinman Too
811 W Garland Ave, Spokane, WA [map]
Head to Tinman Too for childrens' books and art classes as well as lots of fun for the Grand Opening. There will be ice cream, face painting, arts activities and in-store specials for children throughout the day. For more information, call 509-325-1500.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
1pm - Free
Nick Reeves
Rockford Gardens
Rockford, WA [map]
Rockford's singing sensation Nick Reeves will be giving a free concert at the Rockford Gardens to promote the needs of the Rockford Community youth Project. Contact John Coutts 208-819-5936 for more details.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
7pm - $10
SCRAPS Benefit Concert
Sons of Norway
Country Homes Blvd, Spokane, WA [map]
The Sons of Norway are hosting a concert to benefit SCRAPS. Rod Erickson, a well known country singer/yodeler/storyteller/entertainer, will perform at their facility. Tickets can be purchased at the Sons of Norway or by calling 326-9211.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
9pm - No Cover
Darin Hilderbrand
Rain
1007 W 1st Ave, Spokane, WA [map]
Darin Hilderbrand AKA: "Just Plain Darin" will be playing live acoustic music. For more information, email justplaindarin@mac.com.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
6 pm to 7:30 pm - Free
Peace Corps Info Session
Spokane Downtown Library
906 West Main Avenue , Spokane, WA [map]
Come listen to a returned Peace Corps volunteer from Guinea who will share her personal experience, answer your questions, and provide tips to guide you through the application process. For more information email seattle@peacecorps.gov.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
5 pm to 10 pm - Suggested Donation: Adult: $20, Children $10
Cumbie Family Fundraiser
The Glover Mansion
321 W. 8th Ave, Spokane , WA [map]
The Glover Mansion is hosting a fundraiser for the Cumbie family. Their two daughters Anna and Madeline have been diagnosed with leukemia. The Proceeds from this event will go to the family to help pay for treatment. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information call (509) 459-0000 or email meaganadolfson@me.com.
Friday, August 6th, 2010
7pm to 10pm - No cover
Lyle Morse
Barrister Winery
1213 W Railroad Ave, Spokane, WA [map]
Celebrate First Friday with wine tasting, art, and my live acoustic blues. Barrister is located in Downtown Spokane between 1st and 2nd avenues and Adams and Jefferson streets. For more information, call 509-465-3591.
Saturday, August 7th, 2010
7pm to 9pm - No Cover
Lyle Morse
Rocket Market
726 E 43rd, Spokane, WA [map]
The Rocket Market will be playing host to the acoustic blues of Lyle Morse. Drive up the South Hill and enjoy an evening of food, drink & music. For more information, call 509-343-BAKE.
Saturday, August 14, 2010
10am to 6pm- Free
Garland Street Fair
Various Locations
Garland Ave East of Monroe St, Spokane, WA [map]
The 8th Annual Garland Street Fair will be an all day family event featuring food, live music and entertainment, art, crafts, and activities for all ages. For more information, including the great entertainment line-up, check out the Garland District Website.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
7pm - $7 at the door
Rockin' Bluegrass
Rockin' B Ranch
3912 N Idaho Rd, Liberty Lake, WA [map]
Join the crowd at Rockin' B for Bluegrass with two regional bands: The Afterthoughts and Molly & Tenbrooks. Each of these high-octane bluegrass groups accents the positive in rousing and soulful compositions. This concert will have you slappin' your thigh in time with the bass, and clamorin' for more. A friendly, down-home evening. For information, call the box office at 509-891-9016.
Friday, August 20, 2010
5 pm to 11 pm - $5 at door
Runway Renegades Alternative Fashion Show
Stage 54
25 E Lincoln, Spokane, WA [map]
Runway Renegades third show will feature local Spokane area designers and models. Audience members will have an opportunity to meet these designers at the show and purchase these unique designs. Our models will be walking down the runway, displaying these one-of-a-kind items during the fashion show. This event is brought to you by the Runway Renegades team. If you have any questions, please contact us at email@runwayrenegades.com or call 509.216.4300.
Saturday, August 21st, 2010
9am to noon - Free
Lyle Morse
Spokane Farmer's Market
Corner of Fifth and Division, Spokane, WA [map]
Enjoy the live acoustic music of Lyle Morse while you shop for your "fresh from the farm" fruits, vegetables, etc.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
9 pm - $5
The Blair Street Mugwumps
The Emperyean Coffeehouse
171 South Washington, spokane, WA [map]
Medicine show Styled Hokum Blues, Ragtime, Hot String Jazz and Hillbilly Jug Band Music with Vaudeville Yuks and Ruckussy, dancable rhythms! For more information call 541-513-0072 or email theemugwumps@yahoo.com.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
6 pm to 8 pm - Donations Accepted to Benefit New Hope Resource Center
"Just In Time"
Colbert Presbyterian Church
4211 E. Colbert Rd. (Colbert Rd & Hwy 2), Colbert, WA [map]
Colbert Presbyterian Church hosts a benefit concert for the New Hope Resource Center with the band "Just In Time" under the pavilion! Bring a blanket or chairs and a picnic dinner and support a great cause! Rain out location: CPC Genesis Center. For more information email sarahmarohn@gmail.com.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
8 am to noon - $23.00
Newport Autumn Bloom 5K & 10K Fun Run
Newport Hospital & Health Services Foundation
714 N Pine Street, Newport , WA [map]
A new second seeding prequalification race for Bloomsday 2011. Start and finish lines are at Newport City Park. The race is sponsored by the NHHS Foundation, with proceeds benefitting NHHS health care services. Entry deadline is Sept. 18, 2010. For more information call 509-447-7928 or email clyons-holestine@phd1.org.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
10 am to 5 pm - $95-$120
Step In the Write Direction
Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture
2316 W 1st Avenue, Spokane, WA [map]
The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators holds their 6th annual regional conference at the MAC. Workshops lead by Simon Pulse Editor, Literary Agent, Author and Illustrator. For more information email CAT09tales@hotmail.com. Register at the SCBWI website.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
7pm - $7 at the door
Rockin' Bluegrass
Rockin' B Ranch
3912 N Idaho Rd, Liberty Lake, WA [map]
Join the crowd at Rockin' B for Bluegrass with two regional bands: Big Red Barn and Columbia. Each of these high-octane bluegrass groups accents the positive in rousing and soulful compositions. This concert will have you slappin' your thigh in time with the bass, and clamorin' for more. A friendly, down-home evening. For information, call the box office at 509-891-9016.
September 24-26, 2010
Various Times - Free
Valleyfest
Mirabeau Point Park/CenterPlace
2426 North Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, WA [map]
Valleyfest is a weekend of family fun! Hot Air Balloons, pancake breakfast, 5K/10K Run, Car Show, Kids Zone, Biking & Fishing. Taste of the Valley, 3 stages of music & entertainment, food, marketplace & crafter booths. Something for everyone...all weekend long! The Hearts of Gold Parade kicks the event off on Friday at 7pm. Saturday, join the fun from 6:30 am to 9 pm. Sunday's events run 6:30 am to 5 pm. For more information call 509-922-3299 or email info@valleyfest.org.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
9 am to 2 pm - Free
Inspiring Knowledge. Inspiring Life!
Spokane Community College
1810 N. Greene St., Spokane, WA [map]
Cancer Care Northwest is planning its Second Annual Cancer Resource Health Fair which will feature cancer and general health screenings, educational lectures featuring CCNW’s physicians and staff, booth exhibits from local community partners, chair massages, yoga classes, relaxation techniques, artwork created by cancer patients, teeth whitening and more. Body mass index assessments (BMI) and mole & skin cancer screenings will also be provided. Cancer nurses, counselors and cancer support staff will be on site to answer your questions. For more information call Allison Benjamin at 509.228.1335.

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