NEW Class - Homemade Tortillas with Jamie Aquino
2026-04-29 17:45 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Kitchen Engine, 621 W Mallon Ave, #416 Flour Mill, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Come get hands-on and make the best tortilla you’ll ever eat, fresh and homemade!
No seed oils, no hydrogenated fats, no preservatives, just incredible flavor and texture!
You’ll practice making flour tortillas, as well as learn how to create a delicious Pico de Gallo salsa.
Come join Jamie in the kitchen and learn something new!
On the Menu: Cheese Quesadillas with fresh Pico de Gallo

High School Soccer at ONE Spokane Stadium
2026-04-29 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-30 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-01 16:00 - 18:00 | ONE Spokane Stadium, 501 W Gardner,, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Cheer on local Spokane Public School high schools as they go head to head on the soccer field at ONE Spokane Stadium.
March 19: Deer Park vs. North Central
March 19: Cheney vs. Ferris
March 20: Lakeside vs. Shadle Park
March 20: Union vs. Lewis & Clark
March 23: Rogers vs. North Central
March 24: Ferris vs. Lewis & Clark
March 26: West Valley vs. North Central
March 27: Ridgeline vs. Shadle Park
March 30: Wenatchee vs. Lewis & Clark
March 30: North Central vs. Shadle Park
March 31: East Valley vs. Rogers
April 1: Shadle Park vs. Lewis & CLark
April 2: Clarkston vs. Rogers
April 2: University vs. North Central
April 15: Cheney vs. Lewis & Clark
April 15: Mead vs. Shadle Park
April 16: Pullman vs. Rogers
April 16: East Valley vs. North Central
April 17: Central Valley vs. Shadle Park
April 17: Mt. Spokane vs. Ferris
April 22: Ridgeline vs. Ferris
April 22: Cheney vs. Shadle Park
April 23: North Central vs. Rogers
April 24: Cheney vs. Ferris
April 28: Deer Park vs. Rogers
April 29: Gonzaga Prep vs. Shadle Park
April 29: Mt. Spokane vs. Lewis & Clark
April 30: Clarkston vs. North Central
May 1: Ridgeline vs. Lewis & Clark
May 1: Shadle Park vs. Ferris

Spring Clean Week
2026-04-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Spokane Partnership, 818 W Riverside Ave Ste 150, Spokane, Washington, 99201, United States
Just in time for Bloomsday and Lilac Festival celebrations, downtown Spokane is getting a fresh look, and the community is rolling up its sleeves to make it happen. Spring Clean Week 2026 kicks off Monday, April 27 through Friday, May 1.
Spring Clean Week invites volunteers to spend their lunch hours giving back to the city center alongside the Downtown Spokane Clean Team, the DSP’s dedicated crew who work 365 days a year to keep downtown clean, green, and welcoming. From litter pickup to prepping flower planters, volunteers will help get downtown photo-ready for the thousands of springtime visitors who come for Spokane’s signature May events.
“The Downtown Clean Team are the heart and hustle behind our streets,” said Emilie Cameron, President & CEO of the Downtown Spokane Partnership. “Spring Clean Week is a chance to amplify their efforts and bring the community together to care for our shared public spaces.”
Spring Clean Week includes daily beautification projects including litter pickup, sidewalk sweeping, planter prep, and graffiti removal. Efforts will focus on areas not part of the Clean Team’s standard routes such as alleyways, parking lots, gutters, and tree wells.
Thanks to support from the City of Spokane Waste Department, which is supplying cleaning gear, and to Downtown Spokane Grocery Outlet, providing snacks and drinks to keep volunteers energized throughout the week.
It’s not too late to sign up to volunteer! Visit www.downtownspokane.org to get involved.
For those unable to attend in person, follow @downtownspokane on social media for daily clean-up inspiration, or sponsor a downtown planter for just $50—a tax-deductible way to help Spokane bloom.
Week Details:

What: Spring Clean Week 2026
When: April 27 –30, 2026, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Downtown Spokane (Volunteer HQ at 818 W Riverside Ave)
Who: Downtown Spokane Partnership, the Clean Team, volunteers, and YOU

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What's on the other side: Works by JJ Harty
2026-04-30 11:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-01 11:00 - 18:00 | Entropy, 101 N. Stevens St.,, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
We exist in a moment of over-stimulation and information saturation, a moment where a short descriptive paragraph can create a beautiful, sparkling image for us, but then be quickly forgotten and dissolved back into the ether of the internet.This work is a playful way to make commentary on the serious questions about AI art. Using very simple pre-programmed vacuuming/mopping robots with some minimal modifications I wrangle the robots to produce something visually interesting. The catch is, just like AI, these robots cannot do it on their own. They need input and a lot of help from a person to make the art.

50 Years of Movement - Bloomsday Exhibition
2026-04-30 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-01 16:00 - 19:00 | Terrain Gallery, 628 N Monroe St,, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Step into 50 years of Spokane’s greatest tradition! 50 Years of Movement brings the magic of Bloomsday to life through an immersive journey of rare memorabilia, archival imagery, and the iconic art that defines the race. From the evolution of the finisher shirt to the poster art of legendary artist Ken Spiering, this exhibit celebrates the creativity and community spirit that moves us all. Come relive the memories and feel the pulse of five decades of Bloomsday.
50 Years of Movement is open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 4:00 – 7:00PM starting on April 4th, 2026 – April 25th, 2026.
Sponsored by Washington Trust Bank.

Mother's Day Cookie Decorating with Three Birdies Bakery
2026-04-30 17:45 - 19:45 | The Kitchen Engine, 621 W Mallon Ave, #416 Flour Mill, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Learn to create festive cookie designs in this fun, hands-on class! Jamie Roberts—also known as Three Birdies Bakery or the Cookie Lady—will guide you through easy-to-follow icing techniques that will impress your friends and family.
On the menu: enjoy a cookie made just for you, plus take home a half dozen themed cookies. Please note: this is a cookie-decorating class, not a full meal.

Della Mae Album Release with The Chilling Alpine Adventure
2026-04-30 19:30 - 22:00 | Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave,, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Contemporary string band Della Mae has earned a reputation as one of the most inspiring live acts in the roots music scene. With a GRAMMY nomination and extensive touring under their belts, the all-woman quartet releases a career-defining album titled Magic Accident. Long-time advocates for women in roots music, Della Mae collaborated with producer and banjoist Alison Brown on this project, their first for Nashville-based Compass Records. The result is an album that showcases a band at the peak of its abilities.
Magic Accident draws inspiration from a wide range of roots music, including Americana-influenced songs that echo early Chicks, hard-driving bluegrass romps, and dreamy indie folk-inspired tracks. Della Mae’s vocal strength, instrumental, and writing skills shine throughout this mostly original album. It opens with the cosmic title track, written and sung by lead vocalist and guitarist Celia Woodsmith. The song reflects on the passage of time and self-discovery, inspired by a letter Woodsmith wrote at 25 to her future self. “I’m just as holy as the great divide,” Woodsmith writes. “I’m just a small piece of the great mystery. I don’t need to question any of my life.”
Band founder and fiddler Kimber Ludiker draws from the modal Appalachian fiddle tune tradition on “Family Tree,” co-written with the band’s guitarist Avril Smith and singer/songwriter Becky Warren. Musically, the track delivers one of the album’s most decidedly bluegrass moments, with Ludiker’s fiddle propelled by Brown’s banjo.
The Chilling Alpine Adventure (TCAA) is a cinematic pop rock band led by singer-songwriter Jessy Ribordy. Their self-titled debut album, The Chilling Alpine Adventure, was released on December 27, 2024.
Right out of high school, Jessy launched his first band, Falling Up, which was signed to Tooth & Nail Records—kickstarting his career as a singer and songwriter. The band went on to sell over 250,000 albums, earn nine number-one singles, and tour worldwide.
In addition to his work as a performer, Jessy also composes music for film and television. On this special night, The Chilling Alpine Adventure will join Della Mae for a rare acoustic performance.

In May the Liberty Gallery Features "Illuminated Spirit", Paintings by Janene Grende!
2026-05-01 11:00 - 2026-05-30 19:00 | Liberty Gallery in the Historic Liberty Building, 203 N Washington,, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
This show centers around the flow of life in the natural world, illuminated by the slanting light at the edges of dawn and dusk. The paintings celebrate life’s small wonders; the fleeting instance of a hummingbird, the rushing sound of a waterfall, the sweet smell of spring grass bending to the hooves of a new foal.
“Native Mother Nature” is a grand centerpiece of creatures engaging in a peaceful afternoon of spirits coming together, celebrating the simple joys of living as intended; and the painting “The Big Red Horse” honors the year of the fire horse, a year of building for a future of powerful beginnings.
Stop by the Liberty Gallery at 203 N. Washington St during May to see Janene’s painting ~ stop by First Friday May 1st from 5-8pm to meet Janene in person!

Cherylee Duncan is the PPP Guest Artist in May!
2026-05-01 11:00 - 2026-05-30 19:00 | Pottery Place Plus, 203 N Washington St, #200a, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
There is a school of thought that artists must have only one recognizable style but Cherylee Duncan has too much artful energy to adhere to that ‘rule’. If she has a distinct trademark, it would be ‘eclectic’ ~ Cherylee abhors waste and therefore get excited about reusing and upcycling as much as possible, to emulate nature’s delight in each piece.
When she crochets rugs from all recycled fabrics Cherylee saves bits and pieces for use in mixed media paintings. This method, along with using only what is already on hand, is how she has created her new series, Threadscapes II ~ the options are excitingly endless.
Stop by Pottery Place Plus in the historic Liberty Building this May to see Cherylee’s work ~ come by First Friday May 1st to meet Cherylee in person!

Bloomsday Trade Show
2026-05-01 11:30 - 19:00 | Spokane Convention Center, 334 West Spokane Falls Boulevard, Spokane, Washington, 99201, United States
The Bloomsday Trade Show stands as a pivotal component of the Bloomsday event. It serves as a bustling hub where participants, sponsors, and fitness enthusiasts converge to explore the latest in running gear, wellness products, and community services. More than just an exhibition, the trade show fosters a sense of community engagement, allowing participants to connect with like-minded individuals, gain insights into cutting-edge fitness technologies, and discover valuable resources to enhance their overall well-being. The trade show’s importance lies in its ability to create a holistic experience around the Bloomsday event, offering a dynamic space for networking, learning, and celebrating a shared passion for fitness and a healthy lifestyle.

Art Show at Shotgun Studios. "Unbound Realities-Bridging Different Dimensions of the Imagination"
2026-05-01 13:00 - 2026-05-25 19:00 | Shotgun Studios, 1625 W Water Ave, Spokane, Washington, 99201, United States
Shotgun Studioselocated at 1625 W Water Ave.,Spokane presents “Unbound Realities-Bridging Different Dimensions of the Imagination.” Featuring work by Audreana Camm and Roch Fautch. First /Friday May 1-May 25. Their paintings suggest a world built on subconscious logic. Both artists tap into the Surrealist tradition where the everyday is transformed into something symbolic. Gallery open Thursdays 1-5pm, Fridays, 1-7pm and Saturdays, 1-4 pm. Enjoy the sculpture garden featuring work by Roch, Fautch, Amberle Madden, Rick Davis, John Thamm and Sister Paula. 509-688-3757. pinklloyd2@msn.com https://shotgunstudiosspokane.com

First Friday Reception for Linda Hyatt Cancel & Carol Schmauder
2026-05-01 15:00 - 19:00 | Avenue West Gallery, 907 West Boone Avenue, North Bank, Suite B, Spokane, Washington, 99201, United States
Please join us Friday, May 1, 2026, from 3 – 7 pm for a reception for artists Linda Hyatt Cancel and Carol Schmauder. A professional oil painter for over thirty years, Linda Hyatt Cancel specializes in landscapes as poetic tonalism, and still lifes as narrative. Carol Schmauder has been a professional painter for over forty years, working in acrylics and watercolors to create a variety of subjects.
Bring the family, or a date, or just come by yourself and enjoy beautiful art, great refreshments, and wonderful live music by Jonathan Nicholson. Linda’s and Carol’s work will be on display throughout the month of May. Free parking for our patrons.

Bistango Lounge First Friday
2026-05-01 15:00 - 23:30 | Bistango Martini Lounge, 108 N Post St,, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Join us in May, 1st for First Friday.
We celebrate the arts with live music, crafted cocktails, delicious wines, and tasty eats.
We will be welcoming Max Malone to the stage for the first time, join us!
HH 3-6
Music 7-10
Open late

May First Friday at Helix Wines
2026-05-01 16:00 - 19:00 | Helix Tasting Room, 824 W Sprague Ave Michael Bldg,, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Join us at Helix on Friday May 1, from 4-7pm for our Artist Reception featuring Michael Dinning. Michael wants his work to tell an honest story. As importantly, he seeks to capture a feeling in his work that goes beyond a particular narrative, to use the combinations of imagery, lighting and construction to hopefully give the viewer a sense of how he feels about the work, the world, and life. Enjoy a glass of wine, meet the artist, and experience his work in our tasting room for the month of May.

ben Gallery First Friday
2026-05-01 16:00 - 20:00 | Ben Joyce Studios, 1 N Post St., Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
On view, new works of Oregon and Washington aerial landscapes by artist ben joyce. Combining the ‘Love of Place’ and the structure of landscape, ben’s Abstract Topophilia (TM) art was born. Abstract Topophilia meaning; Topophilia, derived from Greek topos (place) and philia (love), refers to the deep, emotional, and sensory bond between humans and specific places or environments. ben realized in painting from a birds-eye vantage point, the viewer would connect with the piece on a personal level, experiencing memories associated with locations that shape who we are. 1 N. Post Street, between Sprague and Riverside Avenues.

CANVAS First Friday at the historic Luminaria building
2026-05-01 16:00 - 22:00 | The Luminaria, 154 S. Madison St., Spokane, 99201, United States
Canvas Collaborative Studios will be hosting a first Friday open art gallery with live music, on site screen printing, rooftop views, interactive art, and more! The themes for the gallery this month will be Pastels, Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, Spring, and Animals. An overall very immersive and unique experience for an art gallery ✨

The Atrium Gallery - Spokane Liberty Building
2026-05-01 16:30 - 19:00 | The Liberty Building, 203 N Washington St, Spokane, Washington, 99201, United States
Join us in the Historic Liberty Building for an evening of art, food, and music!
Come see the work of Heidi Barnett, Katie Frey, Sara Conybeer, and Shelly Matthews. There will be live painting & artwork for sale!
Music from 5-6:45p

First Friday Face-Off
2026-05-01 17:00 - 19:00 | The Parkade, 511 W Main Ave,, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Experience live art in real time at First Friday Face-Off, a monthly showdown celebrating Spokane’s local talent. Bringing together featured artists who transform blank canvases into finished masterpieces right before your eyes during a two-hour, high-energy experience.
Featuring, live art battles, Food and beverage, vendors, community engagement and interactive activities.
At the end of the night, one artist is selected as the monthly winner by the attendees— and their artwork becomes the official promotional poster for the following month’s First Friday. Monthly winners advance to a year-end championship during our holiday Brushes & Boughs celebration, where one artist will be crowned First Friday Artist of the Year.
Come for the creativity, stay for the vibe, and be part of an experience that brings Spokane’s art scene to life — one First Friday at a time.
This June – in honor of Pride, three Artists will be battling:

Pearl Sakaske | I make acrylic and water mixable oil paintings. I explore abstracts with subjectivity of mental health. My art connects with most people and makes a statement on how I live.
Jordan De Leon | I am a Spokane local that cares deeply about art. I have been painting since youth but have focused my efforts more recently and have started showing pieces at galleries in the area. I would love to be a part of Spokane’s art scene more often and am inspired by face off.
Jansen Niccals | Jansen is a disabled man creating mythical art since he could hold a pencil. Being autistic makes colors and imagination swirl together when art flows. Since losing his left leg, Jansen has had to relearn his painting and drawing process all over again. But still he preserved.

The First Friday Face Off is supported through grant dollars provided by the City of Spokane’s Tourism and Cultural Investment Grant, which invests in new events that encourage tourism and enrich the cultural environment of Spokane.
Upcoming First Friday Face-Off Dates & Themes

July 10: USA 250th Anniversary
August 6: Summer Sizzle
September 3: Back to School / Fall Celebration
October 1: Spooky Skywalks
November 5: Light Up the Night
December 3: Brushes & Boughs / Holiday (Year-End Championship Event)

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INDABA COFFEE presents FIRST FRIDAY ART & 30% OFF DRINKS
2026-05-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Indaba Coffee Roasters, 518 W Riverside Ave,, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Gayle Havercroft and Joni Michels, as representatives of the River Ridge Association of Fine Arts, are starting the month with a FIRST FRIDAY event at Indaba Coffee Roasters at 518 W Riverside in downtown Spokane. Indaba is featuring 30% OFF all beer and wine to celebrate from 5 to 7 pm.
Come for the ART! Stay for the DRINKS, COFFEE, AND FOOD!

Opening Reception: ‘The Table Is Set’
2026-05-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Terrain Gallery, 628 N Monroe St,, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Join us at Terrain Gallery for ‘The Table Is Set’, a unique art show by Liv Hebert Watkins, honoring the everyday people, objects, and rituals in life. The central aspect of this concept is the dinner table– a space where individuals gather and interact as a whole; despite differences in background, culture, language or family ties. There is beauty in the simple act of gathering, sharing a warm drink, eating food, and sitting together. Combining iconographic halos with commonplace faces and objects, Liv explores the beauty and divinity of the ordinary. Meet artist Liv Hebert Watkins during the opening reception on May 1st from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

ART COLLECTOR - GORDON WILSON!
2026-05-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Marmot Art Space, 1202 W Summit Pkwy, Spokane, Washington, 99201, United States
DSP FF 5/26
It’s First Friday time!
First Friday is one of the best things about Spokane. We hope you get out and see a bunch of different First Friday shows.
There are all kinds of venues showing all kinds of artists.
There’s a place for every taste and skill level.
If you’re looking for some stunning art from award-winning professional artists then Marmot is the place for you!
This First Friday we’ll do something you’ve probably never seen before. We’ll celebrate an Art Collector!
Someone who goes far beyond just appreciating art – he spends his hard earned cash on it!
Have you ever met one? They can be pretty awesome, especially Marmot fans.
Meet Gordon Wilson. You know him as an art creator, but he’s also an art consumer. He’s got quite an eclectic art collection. Learn about it. Get to know them. Grrreat guy!
Are collecting is something normal that normal people do. We encourage it at Marmot.
Marmot is a commercial art gallery and Spokane doesn’t have much of a history of commercial art galleries. There was one back in the 90s, but nothing since then.
Commercial galleries exist in the big cities like New York and San Francisco, but rarely in midsize cities like Spokane. In order to keep them alive you need an art buying culture and generally that’s a generational thing.
But we’ve somehow found the support here in Spokane. Thank you!
Come say, “Hi!” to everyone this First Friday, May 1st, at Marmot Art Space. Doors open at 5 PM!

Opening Reception for "A Rattletrap Sailboat", artwork by Benjamin Heiken
2026-05-01 17:00 - 20:00 | D2 Gallery and Studio, 310 W 1st Ave, Spokane, Washington, 99201, United States
This May, D2 Gallery is extremely proud to present the artwork of Spokane artist Benjamin Heiken in his new exhibit “A Rattletrap Sailboat”. Heiken’s brutal use of collage and haphazard brushstrokes in his paintings evokes a sort of violence, which mirrors his personal struggle to reveal subconscious feelings about his existential place in the world. This abstract work is complex, messy, intuitive and thought provoking, and this will be a stellar local exhibit by an artist who typically exhibits his work in New York, London and Los Angeles. First Friday Opening Reception is on May 1st, from 5 to 8, and “A Rattletrap Sailboat” shows through the end of the month.

Beneath the Surface, Gonzaga University Senior Show
2026-05-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Spokane Art School, 503 E 2nd Ave, Spokane, Washington, 99202, United States
Gonzaga University Art Department and Spokane Art School are proud to present Beneath the Surface our 2026 Senior Art Exhibition, a showcase of original work by graduating artists. Featuring a diverse range of media and perspectives, this exhibition highlights the creativity, research, and dedication students have cultivated throughout their studies. We invite you to celebrate this year’s graduating class at our First Friday reception on May 1st, 5pm to 8pm and closing reception on May 8th, 6pm to 8pm.

Big City Art Gallery May First Friday
2026-05-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Big City Art Gallery, 1107 W 1st Ave,, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Artist/Owner Dylan Lipsker invites you to experience Art in transformative way. From Stunning Large Statement pieces to that PoP of ColoR your wall has been asking for, you’ll find it all here at Big City Art Gallery

Big City Community Art Gallery First Friday
2026-05-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Big City Community Art Gallery, 1107 W. 1st Ave., Spokane, WA, 99201
Before the next Local residency Begins at Big City Community Art Gallery 1105 west 1st, the Gallery will be Featuring the Work of Artist Margarita Bauer (Dylan Lipskers Grandmother). She was a highly accomplished artist and educator whose career spanned decades.
The dream was to someday show our work together, however Margarita passed before that was ever possible. That Dream has beautifully evolved over the years and now includes Karelia Lipsker (Dylan lipskers mother) as director of This show.
Please come to this once in a lifetime show here at Big City Community Art Gallery.
Learn the story behind Big City Art and fall in love with the next perfect piece for your home.

Be the Bridge: Opening Reception
2026-05-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Saranac Building, 25 W Main Ave, Spokane, Washington, 99201, United States
Let’s kick the month off through a celebration of our Asian and Asian American community through the power of art and stories. There will be an artist talk, poetry reading, Asian treats, performances, photobooth, and karaoke! Free and open to the public. Doors open at 5pm, program starts at 6pm.
In celebration of Asian American Heritage Month in May, we are bringing together local Asian/Asian American artists for a month-long collective art exhibit at the Saranac Building Lobby—where the marker of the historic Trent Alley/old International District can be found—to bridge our intergenerational community stories. Honoring the life and contributions of Japanese Americans in the United States, the exhibit will also feature renowned artist Patti Warashina’s piece “Woman with Pear”—a newly acquired sculpture from Marmot Art Gallery by the The Saranac Building.]
This year’s exhibit feature the works of Patti Warashina, Jiemei Lin, Brianna Miller, Remelisa Cullitan, Margaret Albaugh, Kiara Lime, Katrina Brown (김홍주), Lain Bundalian, and Azadeh Weber.
We will have limited free tickets to get free food and drinks from our venue and chef partners Simply Suwanee, Serai Mas, Boots Bakery & Lounge, Spokane Slice, and Black Label Brewing Co.
Our Opening Reception is also made possible by Asians for Collective Action, Arts Fund, Waters Meet Foundation, Community and Saranac Building, Avista Foundation, Gesa Credit Union, Hifumi En Society, Gonzaga University’s Office of Inclusive Excellence and Division of Student Affairs, KH Consulting, Arcora Foundation, YWCA Spokane, Peony Counseling, Electric Photoland, Global Neighborhood Thrift Store, Lunarium, Hatch Beaker + Burr
