The Manito Holiday Lights Take Over Duncan Garden - December 6, 2024 at 5:10 p.m. - The Friends of Manito’s legendary holiday lights display will take over Spokane’s most iconic garden from December 14 – 22, 2024!
2022 Spokane City Golf Championship - July 22, 2022 at 4:26 p.m. - Renaissance Financial presents the 2022 Spokane City Golf Championship, Friday August 26 through Sunday, August 28. Register today!
2022 Spokane Recycles Calendar - November 8, 2021 at 2:13 p.m. - Students educate our community on the importance of reducing waste.
2021 Spokane Recycles Poster Contest - September 13, 2021 at 4:55 p.m. - Students can enter the 2021 Spokane Recycles Poster Contest and have their artwork used to educate others about reducing waste.
Poetry In the Neighborhood - April 23, 2021 at 11:48 a.m. - Local poets give a voice to their neighborhoods
Cycle into Spring This Weekend - March 23, 2021 at 2:52 p.m. - Ride the pathways and bridges of Downtown Spokane, Kendall Yards, and the U District.
2021 Spokane Recycles Calendar - November 12, 2020 at 10:45 a.m. - Students educate our community on ways to reduce waste in their lives!
2020 Spokane Recycles Poster Contest - September 2, 2020 at 4:49 p.m. - Students can enter the 2020 Spokane Recycles Poster Contest and have their artwork used to educate others about reducing waste.
5 Easter Activities You Can Do From Home - April 10, 2020 at 4:26 p.m. - Stuck at home? Hop into some fun this weekend with 5 Easter-themed activities for the whole family!
Getting Ready to Roll with Your Bike - April 7, 2020 at 10:11 a.m. - Be Bike Safe. Before you head out make sure to do a quick safety check on your bike.
The Return of the Lawn Games - April 1, 2020 at 12:33 p.m. - Some old-school lawn games and a little creativity can go a long way in keeping entertained at home!
Getting ready to roll! - March 15, 2019 at 9:52 a.m. - Project proceeds to bring back shared bikes and scooters to Spokane
Happy Holidays from the City of Spokane! - December 21, 2018 at 10:08 a.m. - My Spokane 311 has all the details on City closures, things to do this holiday season, and a holiday gift guide!
Students Draw Attention to Recycling - December 13, 2018 at 11:17 a.m. - County students recently participated in a poster contest promoting the power of recycling. Finalists’ art part of a 2019 recycling calendar.
Celebrating decades of reducing waste! - November 7, 2018 at 4:49 p.m. - Master Composter/Recyclers lead the way on home composting and better recycling
What do you think of Bikeshare? - October 11, 2018 at 2:29 p.m. - City seeks feedback on bike and scooter rental pilot program
Fall Leaf Festival Returns to Finch Arboretum - October 3, 2018 at 4:33 p.m. - Fun and education mix at this annual celebration of fall foliage. Saturday October 27, 2018 from 11am to 2pm.
Seeking Examples of SpokaneScape! - October 2, 2018 at 4:20 p.m. - Enter your water-smart landscaping in the City’s contest. Best examples of SpokaneScape landscaping will win utility bill credits.
Bikeshare is on its Way! - August 20, 2018 at 4:06 p.m. - Bikeshare pilot program planned this fall; watch for bikes and scooters for rent
What is an Ice Ribbon? - November 30, 2017 at 4:36 p.m. - The first ice ribbon on the west coast is coming to Riverfront Park. Here’s what you need to know.
Art in Riverfront Park - October 31, 2017 at 3:33 p.m. - View 4 proposed signature art pieces for Riverfront Park
We’re All About the River! - June 28, 2017 at 3:57 p.m. - The City teamed up with Spokane Indians Baseball to Rally for the River and Rally for the Redband!
Concert in the Park - May 22, 2017 at 9:29 a.m. - This event is a special thank you to all the citizens that donate their time as law enforcement volunteers.
Bloomsday is this weekend! - May 4, 2017 at 10:29 a.m. - Read this blog before heading downtown this weekend.
Dwight Merkel Sports Complex Gets Cross-Country Ski Track - January 24, 2017 at 2:40 p.m. - City of Spokane Parks & Recreation has teamed up with Spokane’s Nordic community to create a cross-country ski track at Dwight Merkel Sports Complex.
Mission Park Ability Field Groundbreaking - October 17, 2016 at 4:35 p.m. - The groundbreaking for the first fully adaptive ball field in the Spokane area will be on Wednesday, October 26 at 11:30 a.m.
The Friends of Manito Fall Plant Sale - September 8, 2016 at 4:47 p.m. - The Friends of Manito present their 2016 Fall Plant Sale, September 10th, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. east of the Gaiser Conservatory in Manito Park.
Coffee with a Cop - September 8, 2016 at 3:52 p.m. - Enjoy Thomas Hammer coffee with Spokane cops!
Return to a World of Light! - September 7, 2016 at 2:21 p.m. - The Washington State Chinese Lantern Festival returns to Riverfront Park Sept. 16 to Oct. 30, 2016 – a celebration of Chinese culture and light.
City Pools are Going to the Dogs - August 25, 2016 at 2:56 p.m. - Bring your pooch to the pool as we close out the season with a splash!
Shakespeare in the Parks - August 12, 2016 at 10:27 a.m. - William Shakespeare’s “Richard III” is coming to Riverfront Park! The performance will take place on Friday, August 19th, 2016.
Artists & Makers, Sell Your Art at Riverfront Park - July 22, 2016 at 2:55 p.m. - Art makes life more enjoyable and Riverfront Park would like to work together with artists to support and help develop artistic businesses in Spokane
Celebrate Carrousel Day at Riverfront Park - July 19, 2016 at 2:22 p.m. - On July 23rd, Riverfront Park is celebrating Carrousel Day with $1 rides on theLooff Carrousel, $1 popcorn, and FREE face painting for the kids.
Takin’ it to the Streets - July 15, 2016 at 1:55 p.m. - Riverfront Park and Spokane Art School are partnering up and bringing Art to the Streets.
2016 Inductees enter the Spokane Citizen Hall of Fame - April 14, 2016 at 3:25 p.m. - The awards recognize individuals in Spokane, both living and deceased, who made outstanding contributions to our community in a number of areas.
NCAA Basketball Tournament returns to Spokane - March 17, 2016 at 4:32 p.m. - Downtown will be bustling this weekend with basketball at the Arena and Volleyball at the Convention Center
A “Menagerie” of Animals Added Outside Service Center - October 16, 2015 at 2:33 p.m. - Installation of a colorful public art project outside the Spokane Central Service Center enhances the Chief Garry Park Neighborhood
Spokane’s Winter Wonderland - October 12, 2015 at 4:54 p.m. - Parks and Recreation offers countless of winter adventures
Trail extended in Hillyard - October 12, 2015 at 4:12 p.m. - A new section of the Children of Sun Trail extends from the Freya Street Trailhead in the 7500 block of north Freya Street to Market Street.
Keepers of Manito - October 9, 2015 at 4:26 p.m. - Manito is one of Spokane’s premiere parks and we would like to partner with the community in caring for this urban oasis.
The Spirit of Nature - September 18, 2015 at 3:18 p.m. - Experience Manito, Spokane’s urban oasis
Get Your Game on Before the Snow! - September 17, 2015 at 12:20 p.m. - The Fall Brawl is taking place at Dwight Merkel and Franklin Park sports complexes on October 16th, 17th, and 18th.
2015 Fall Volleyball League - September 16, 2015 at 3:41 p.m. - The City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Fall Volleyball League is “set” to start on October 5th. The registration deadline is 9/28.
Celebrate the River with us! - September 1, 2015 at 5:23 p.m. - In September, a number of activities are focused on celebrating our greatest natural asset—the Spokane River!
Golfing Has Never Been So Easy - August 20, 2015 at 4:34 p.m. - The City of Spokane Golf Courses are now offering the ability to reserve a golf tee time online and from your phone.
City Pools are Going to the Dogs - August 17, 2015 at 3:38 p.m. - The City of Spokane Parks and Recreation teams up with SpokAnimal to give the last swim of the season to the dogs.
Lights, Culture and Magic! - August 6, 2015 at 12:26 p.m. - The first-ever Chinese Lantern Festival in Spokane is coming this September!
Shakespeare in the Parks - August 5, 2015 at 11:33 a.m. - “The Taming of the Shrew” is coming to Riverfront Park! We're excited to be hosting Montana Shakespeare in the Parks performance on 08/23/05
Expanded Spokane Convention Center opens - February 25, 2015 at 9:42 a.m. - The improved Spokane Convention Center offers much more space and gorgeous views of the river.
12th Man pride - January 30, 2015 at 11 a.m. - Spokane is geared up for Super Bowl weekend.
Jr. Police Academy a Huge Success! - January 28, 2015 at 5:02 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department's first-ever Jr. Police Academy was a huge success. Approximately 600 kids and 1,500 total people packed the event.
