Festivals and Fall Events in Spokane
If you want to find the best things to do in Spokane this fall and winter season, there are a myriad of exciting cultural events, award shows, fall festivals and much more happening in 2024! Be sure to save the dates so you don't miss out on any of Spokane's best festivities this fall!
October Events
Stayin’ Alive - One Night of the Bee Gees
Oct. 3
"Stayin' Alive - One Night of the Bee Gees" is a tribute concert at the Bing Crosby Theater on October 3, 2024, featuring the music of the Bee Gees. The show includes hits like "Night Fever," "How Deep Is Your Love," and "Stayin' Alive," along with ballads such as "Massachusetts" and "To Love Somebody." This production offers an immersive experience with video clips, photos, and a performance by a tribute band that has played in both intimate and large orchestral settings.
For more details, visit the event page.
Women Write Spokane
Oct. 10th
Carla Crujido, author of The Strange Beautiful, Leyna Krow, author of Fire Season, and Sharma Shields, author of The Sasquatch Hunter's Almanac, will meet in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room to discuss setting their stories and novels in Spokane. Archivist and Special Collections Librarian Dana Bronson will present items related to the subject matter and research for these titles.
Location: Inland Northwest Special Collection
Free, 5:30 pm, Adults
LILAC CITY LIVE! Magic and Music!
Oct. 17th
Lilac City Live! is a lively and often laugh-out-loud program hosted by local musician and humorous personality Ryan Dean Tucker, who is also the library’s video education specialist. Featured guests each month range from writers to musicians and artists to chefs, and are usually announced a few weeks before each iteration. Enjoy a fun night out on the town at Lilac City Live! Featuring Mayor Lisa Brown, comedian Camrynne Sullivan with musical guest Blue Water Strangers. A not-to-miss Spokane event.
Location: Central Library
Free, 8 pm, all ages
DISNEY ON ICE Presents Magic in the Stars
Oct. 18-20th
There’s nothing quite like watching tiny smiling faces singing and dancing along with their favorite Disney characters. That opportunity usually only comes once a year when Disney On Ice skates into town. This particular edition of Disney On Ice invites audiences on a journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stories of Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story, and Cars, and today’s favorites, including Encanto, Frozen 2, and Moana. Go into the show with an open mind, maybe you’ll heal your inner child and have just as much, or more, fun as the little one standing next to you.
Location: Spokane Arena
DANCE PRESENTS! BODYTRAFFIC
OCT. 19
BODYTRAFFIC is a contemporary dance company known for its dynamic performances that blend diverse dance styles, aiming to inspire and educate audiences worldwide. The company will perform at Gonzaga University's Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center on October 19, 2024. Tickets for the event range from $38 to $54, and the show is recommended for ages six and up.
Location: Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center
7:30 pm, $15, all ages
November Events
FALL FOLK FESTIVAL
Nov. 9 & 10th
Folk music has been around for… well, ever. It’s learned mostly through hearing rather than reading, which is what makes it so special. The Fall Folk Festival is the event of the year for all who enjoy the sweet sounds of the banjo. Wander throughout the halls long enough, and you might just stumble upon your new favorite folk artist or a workshop to attend. Along with the eight stages of constantly rotating folk bands and dancers, local vendors will sell their wares and spread the good word about folk music and culture to all who lend a listening ear.
Location: Spokane Community College
Sat from 11 am-8 pm, Sun from 11 am-5 pm, free
SHREK THE MUSICAL
Nov. 15 & 16
"Shrek The Musical" at the First Interstate Center for the Arts is a reimagined stage adaptation of the beloved DreamWorks film, featuring new direction and choreography by Danny Mefford. The musical follows Shrek, an unlikely hero, on a journey filled with humor, adventure, and heartwarming messages about self-love and embracing differences. Performances will take place on November 15 and 16, 2024, with tickets ranging from $45 to $85.
Location: First Interstate Center for the Performing Arts
7:30 pm, $45-$90
ANNE WILSON IN SPOKANE
Nov. 25
Anne Wilson's "The Rebel Tour" is coming to the Fox Theater in Spokane on November 16, 2024, featuring special guest Jordan Rowe. The concert will showcase songs from her latest album REBEL, including hits like "Strong" and "Rain in the Rearview," along with her popular track "My Jesus." Doors open at 6 PM, and the show starts at 7 PM.
Location: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox
December Events
NORTHWEST WINTERFEST
Dec. 6th - Jan. 5th
Remember the incredibly cool Chinese Lantern Festival at Riverfront Park back in 2015? A slightly scaled back and more holiday-themed version is returning this year when the Northwest Winterfest takes over the Spokane County fairgrounds. Stroll at your own pace through Winterfest, featuring dozens of highly detailed, lighted lantern displays, from Santa to cute woodland animals and decorated evergreens, plus more. There are also food vendors, games and other activities to enjoy.
Location: Spokane County Fair & Expo Center
$12-$17 (kids 10 and under free), Fri from 5-8 pm, Sat from 4-8 pm, Sun from 3-6 pm
THE NUTCRACKER BALLET
Dec. 5-8
The Nutcracker is a staple of the holiday season, so when it comes to town for four days each year, it’s an experience you don’t want to pass up. Not only does the ballet include live music from the Spokane Symphony, it includes the dazzling performances from State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara, and the local youth dancers from Spokane who join them on stage each year. No matter how many times you’ve seen The Nutcracker in Spokane, the sets, costumes and talent of all of the performers remain as memorable and inspiring as ever.
Location: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox
Times vary, $25-$99, all ages
Winter Brrzaar
Dec. 14
Spokane is an art city, and it’s all thanks to the incredible local artists that stick around and present their hard work to us year after year. BrrrZAAR is the one-stop shop for all things local art, but it might take you a few hours to see it all. The market takes place on all three levels of River Park Square, making it the largest art market in Spokane. Not only will patrons find thousands of locally made items, but the event also includes live music and activities for all ages.
Location: River Park Square
10 am-8 pm, free to shop