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Your Guide to Holiday Events in Spokane
With the seasons changing, it’s easy to start thinking about the holiday season. From Christmas light decorations to the Crescent Window Displays at the Grand, we’re entering the fun part of the holiday season. Who doesn’t enjoy some hot chocolate and delicious cookies while taking in the sights of the Spokane area lights and holidays…
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What is Winter REALLY Like in Spokane?
One question we get pretty frequently, especially from people moving to Spokane from places like Arizona, California or Texas, is ‘what is winter like in Spokane?‘ It’s a tough question to answer, particularly if you remember those horrible winters of 2008 and 2016. However, we’ve now survived a combined total of nearly a decade of…
Thanksgiving Meals Around Spokane: Where to Order or Dine In
Looking for delicious places to get Thanksgiving meals in Spokane? You’re in luck – from in-person Thanksgiving meals to delivery and/or pick up, there is something for everyone this year! Take a look at our list below and let us know if we missed any restaurants. We have personally confirmed that all of these restaurants are…
Birthday Freebies Around Spokane [Updated for 2022]
It’s your birthday, and you want to get some birthday freebies around Spokane! We all know how to get dessert freebies in Spokane – go to your favorite restaurant, tell them it’s your birthday, hopefully get a free dessert. But what if you wanted to be absolutely sure you could get a freebie on your…
25 Best Tool Gifts for Dads and DIY Enthusiasts
We have a special guest post from the owner of BB Home Maintenance and Remodeling, LLC, Blake Berry. Blake is here with the absolute best tool gift ideas for Christmas, Father’s Day, birthdays or really any reason! If you’ve been looking for the best gifts for tool lovers, you absolutely won’t want to miss this…
The Best Things to Do in Spokane in the Fall
If you want to be convinced that Spokane is the greatest place to live, just visit Spokane in the fall! Spokane in the fall is absolutely gorgeous, from colorful red, orange and yellow leaves falling to pumpkin-spiced donuts on a farm and so, so much more. Before winter hits and everyone goes into hibernation, you…
Where to Find the Creepiest Haunted Houses in Spokane
It’s almost time for Halloween – the countdown for ghouls and goblins is here, and if you’ve been looking for haunted houses in Spokane, you’ve come to the right place! Spokane is a great, if creepy, place to celebrate Halloween. The air is crisp, the leaves are falling, and the old, historic homes in Spokane…
22 Delightful Pumpkin Patches Around Washington State
Fall is officially here, and one thing on almost everyone’s list is picking that perfect pumpkin. There’s almost nothing more enjoyable than going to a local farm’s pumpkin patch and picking out the best pumpkin(s) for your fall holiday decorations! Whether your perfect pumpkin is big or small, Washington state’s pumpkin patches deliver something for…
Things to Do for a Fun Weekend in Spokane Valley
Looking for fun things to do in Spokane Valley, Washington? Spokane Valley is actually pretty different from Spokane, but you might not know that if you’ve never been to “the Valley” before! Whereas in the past, Spokane Valley may have got a reputation for being a little boring, the Valley has really stepped it up…
29 Warm Costumes for Halloween 2022
One thing that took a little while to get used to when I first moved to Spokane was the cold weather in October – and winter costumes! Cold weather wasn’t the norm in Phoenix, AZ, and so the idea of a winter Halloween costume was just a concept – not a reality. If you’re looking…
6 Beautiful Fall Wedding Locations Around Spokane
Are you looking for perfect fall wedding locations around Spokane? We have some of the most beautiful places in Spokane, WA to celebrate your fall wedding. You’ll find wedding venues from gorgeous historic locations with picturesque views to rustic barns and cozy Victorian homes that are perfect for intimate gatherings. Each location listed below is…
Hiking in Spokane: Trails the Whole Family Will Enjoy
Feeling a little stir-crazy and want to take advantage of the warmer weather we’re having? Looking for a fairly easy day hike you can take the whole family to? If you’re looking for fun hiking in Spokane, we’ve got you covered. Below, we’ll cover easy to moderate hikes around Spokane. You can take the whole…
The Creepiest Ghost Towns in Washington State
Washington became a state in 1889, and before that, people had lived here for generations. With a timeline like that, it makes sense that Washington is home to quite a few ghost towns! If you’re looking for ghost towns in Washington state, you won’t want to miss this list. From abandoned mining towns to state-run…
Ready to Pig Out? It’s Pig Out in the Park Time!
Pig Out in Park is August 31 – September 5, 2022 from 11 AM to 10 PM daily. I still remember the first time I was introduced to Pig Out in the Park in Spokane… freshmen year at Gonzaga was just starting, and two of my closest friends (Spokane natives) ran up to me and…