For Kids
I grew up always attracted to the arts but fell into the belief that to be an artist was to be a failure and would never money. I am now changing that idea because to not chase your dreams is a failure.
Visual
Artist
Cultural
Make no mistake: there are rich cultural offerings throughout Spokane. From the annual Gathering at the Falls Powwow to the South East Asia Cultural Association’s events featuring internationally-renowned musicians and dancers, to Fiesta Spokane (the Hispanic Heritage Festival), Unity in the Community, and so much more. These events and gatherings weave together music, food, dancing, art, storytelling, and more, creating celebrations of heritage while welcoming people of all cultural backgrounds.
Visual
Event: Opens January 6
Terrain Gallery | Color Forms by Michael Sonnichsen
Join us for our January Gallery Show, Color Forms, with traveling artist, Michael Sonnichsen.
Michael Sonnichsen is an artist who employs geometry and color to dazzle the eyes and evoke nostalgia.
Cultural
Event: January 28
Lunar New Year 2023
5,000 Red Envelopes with $16,000 worth of Certificates inside, Swag Bags, Live Performances, Lion Dancers, Dragon Dancers and Fireworks Start at 7 pm
Cultural
Event: December 18
BrrrZAAAR
SPOKANE’S LARGEST, ALL-LOCAL, WINTER ART MARKET RETURNS! 70 Booths of amazing art and handcrafted goods — think visual art, clothing, jewelry, ceramics, skincare, home goods, paper goods, and more — on all three floors of River Park Square.
Cultural
Grantee
Olivia Evans, James Pakootas & Devonte Pearson (T.S. The Solution)
A two-day festival will bring the community together, inspire, uplift/ showcase the BIPOC peoples of Spokane in music and the arts and a film score residency exploring Colville stories will be hosted by Panoramic Dreams.
Film
Grantee
Chase Ogden
Chase Ogden returns to his roots on the Spokane River to make a film highlighting the need to protect the water for future generations.
Cultural
Event: Opens November 1
Scenes from an Underpass
Spokane Falls Community College’s Fine Art Gallery will be hosting a fascinating and poignant new exhibit from November 1 – December 1. Scenes from an Underpass is an ode to human development, stubborn vegetation, sprawl, guts, growth and decay. Drawings are translated into sculptures and displayed with a collection of small studies and samples, each a memento honoring their place within the urban ecosystem.
Stage
Event: Opens October 10
According to Coyote
A vibrant and entertaining family-friendly anthology of tales featuring the legendary hero of Native American mythology. According to Coyote is an encounter with the richness and vitality of Native American culture using age-old traditions of music, dance, and theatre. Written by John Kaufman, the play will be directed by Kauffman’s niece and performed by Nez Perce actor, Kellen Lewis. According to Coyote will warm the hearts of young and old alike. *Produced by Spokane Ensemble Theatre and One Heart Native Arts and Film Festival.
Cultural
Event: October 7
Terrain 13
The region’s largest multi-media art and music event is back! Featuring 354 artists, 12 bands, 12 literary readings, 22 films, and 5 dance performances, and attracting thousands of attendees, Terrain 13 is a celebration of new energy and fresh ideas from all over the artistic spectrum.
Cultural
Event: October 22
Happy Diwali Festival of Lights
Celebrate Diwali with the Festival of Lights!
Cultural
Event: October 8
1st Annual Fil-AM History Celebration
Never before celebrated in Spokane! Celebrating the first time a Filipino arrived in the US in 1587! An Evening of Philippine Cultural Performances Historical Presentions. Food, Dancing, Music, and Fellowship! SAVE THE DATE! FREE EVENT!