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  • Protection of Public Lands and Properties Ordinance Council vote September 19

    On Monday, Sept. 19 at 6 p.m., Spokane City Council is expected to vote on revisions to the camping ordinance, more formally known as the “Protection of Public Lands and... Read more »

  • Request for Quotes: Strategic Planning Services

    The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) has initiated a Request for Quotes (RFQ) process to identify a qualified consultant to guide and execute a strategic planning process and evaluation of the... Read more »

  • RFQ: Human Resources Information System / Payroll Services

    Issue date: August 29, 2022 Deadline: September 15, 2022 The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) has initiated a Request for Quotes (RFQ) process to identify a qualified vendor to provide basic... Read more »

  • The New 63 Social House & Eatery Now Open in Former Rocky Rococo Space

    When Rocky Rococo Pizza and Pasta closed in May of 2020, after more than 35 years of serving up their famous square pies and epic salad bar offerings, there was... Read more »

  • Spokane Salad & Delivery Now Open in Downtown Spokane Skywalk

    Salad lovers, it’s time to get excited! Spokane Salad & Delivery is now open in the skywalk in downtown Spokane, on the corner of Riverside and Stevens. Take your pick... Read more »

  • Summer Safety Week | Tuesday

    It’s Summer Safety Week in downtown Spokane! August 1 through 5, downtown is sharing resources and tips to foster a safer, more inviting, community for all. In downtown Spokane, there are... Read more »

  • Summer Safety Week | Monday

    It’s Summer Safety Week in downtown Spokane! August 1 through 5, downtown is sharing resources and tips to foster a safer, more inviting, community for all. From walking, to driving,... Read more »

  • Changes Proposed to Unauthorized Camping & Sitting, Lying on Sidewalk Ordinances

    Update: Urban Camping Compliance Ordinance Spokane City Council is considering updates to city ordinances to address Unauthorized Camping and clarify enforcement of the Sitting, Lying on Sidewalk Ordinance. With significant impacts... Read more »

  • First Friday Alley Pop-Up

    Stop by during First Friday for an opportunity to contribute to an art piece, listen to live music by local musician Erin Parks, and provide feedback on proposed alleyway improvements.... Read more »

  • Meet Spokane’s First-Ever Refill Shop: Spokane Refillery

    Spokane’s first zero-waste refill shop is now open in downtown Spokane at 1105 West 1st Avenue. Don’t let the name fool you: Spokane Refillery is not a place to come... Read more »

  • Downtown Spokane Announces Second Year of Cultural Event Grant Funding

    The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) is seeking applications from nonprofit organizations or groups for grant funding to support events that honor the history and traditions of our city’s diverse communities,... Read more »

  • Off and Rolling: Downtown Ambassadors Begin Bike Patrol Program

    The Downtown Spokane Ambassador Team has enhanced its mobility in the downtown core with the launch of a bike patrol program. Ambassadors are now taking to the streets as part... Read more »

  • Live by Five takes over Post Street in downtown Spokane

    Free summer concert series to begin May 19 The Downtown Spokane Business Improvement District, with River Park Square and Black Cannon Events today announced the return of summer concerts to... Read more »

  • Downtown Spokane Partnership Announces New President & CEO

    Experienced leader appointed to focus on next era of downtown Spokane’s strategic growth [Spokane, WA] – The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) Board of Directors today announced the hire of Emilie... Read more »

  • Downtown Spokane to Host Inaugural State of Downtown

    On Wednesday May 11, the Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) presents the inaugural State of Downtown featuring Keynote Speaker, Michael J. Berne. Dedicated exclusively to the health of the urban core,... Read more »

  • Solitude Barbershop Brings the Modern Vintage to Downtown Spokane

    For Jake Rosenberg, stylist and owner of the newly opened Solitude Barbershop in downtown Spokane, the compliment he loves hearing most is “the vibes here are immaculate.” His goal was... Read more »

  • Do It With Soul Brings Thrifted, Unique Artwear to the West End of Downtown

    Sisters Erin Corder-Brown and Emily Barbour, owners of Do It With Soul in downtown Spokane’s West End District, describe their eclectic clothing shop as a peek into their closets. Growing... Read more »

  • Birds in the Coast: Creating Custom Bags, Couture Clothing & Community

    Jáiz Boyd, owner of Birds in the Coast, always thought he’d be a writer. As a teen, his buddies were doing hip hop music and Boyd would write lyrics for... Read more »

  • GET DIRTY FOR DOWNTOWN

    Spring is on its way to downtown Spokane, and the community is invited to get outside between April 25 and April 29 to help make our city center shine. Participate... Read more »

  • Downtown Spokane Partnership CEO Search

    Are you looking for a place to make an impact? The Downtown Spokane Partnership is seeking a dynamic and dedicated professional to lead our team! Who We Are! The Downtown... Read more »

  • “Spring Clean” T-Shirt Design Contest

    DESIGN THE 2022 “SPRING CLEAN” SPOKANE COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER T-SHIRT $250 for the design selected The City of Spokane Office of Neighborhood Services, in cooperation with the Downtown Spokane Business Improvement... Read more »

  • LoKey Cafe Now Open in Downtown Spokane: Coffee & Healthy Eats in a Low-Key Atmosphere

    Spokane native Kelly Stronk spent the majority of her teen and young adult years in coffee shops. They were always the place to be, whether studying or meeting up with... Read more »

  • Downtown Spokane Partnership to Launch CEO Search

    Current CEO, Mark Richard, has accepted leadership position with USL On January 5, 2022, the Executive Board of the Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) announced it will launch a national CEO... Read more »

  • Bigger-Belly

    You may have noticed a few more BigBelly garbage cans in the downtown core this week. The addition of the 12 BigBellys were a budget item approved by the Finance... Read more »

  • Purgatory in Downtown Spokane: A Full Experience Around Whiskey & Food

    For the biggest selection of whiskey this side of the mountains, head to Purgatory Craft Beer and Whiskey Bar, newly opened in downtown Spokane at 524 West Main Avenue inside... Read more »

  • New Flavors Across Downtown

    Article via The Inlander Hungry for something different to make this holiday season something special? Start your culinary adventure with these recent additions to downtown Spokane’s ever-growing food scene.  Is... Read more »

  • Pink Fern Collective Clothing Boutique: Everyone Is So Ready for This!

    Photo credit: The Inlander “This is just what Spokane needs!” For Roisheen Leinen, owner of Pink Fern Collective, a newly opened clothing boutique in the West End of downtown, this... Read more »

  • Food Specials + Drink Deals = Happy Hour

    Article via The Inlander. Is it any coincidence that happy hour always has such impeccable timing? In Downtown Spokane, there’s a happy hour around every corner. And what makes them... Read more »

  • Riverfront Park: The Center of It All

    Article Via The Inlander All season long, Riverfront Park is the spot for fun holiday activities. Everything starts at 4 pm on Nov. 27 with the NUMERICA TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION.... Read more »

  • One-of-a-Kind Downtown Finds

    Article via the Inlander Clothes shopping can be notoriously difficult, but downtown Spokane’s boutiques make it easy and fun to find the right style, size and look — whether it’s for... Read more »

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