• Fall Clean Up Tips

  As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, fall is the perfect time for downtown Spokane businesses to refresh, tidy up, and help keep our city shining. A clean,... Read more »

• Fourth Annual Downtown Spirit Week is October 20 through 24

  Downtown Spokane Brings the Energy “Back to Downtown” for Spirit Week 2025 The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) today announces activities for Spirit Week, October 20 through 24, inviting employees, residents,... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Invites Community to Join “Fall Clean Week”

  Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) invites community members, workers, and visitors to roll up their sleeves and help keep downtown looking its best during Fall Clean Week, taking place October 13... Read more »

• Soulful Soups & Spirits Celebrates 25 Years and Grand Opening of New Location

  Media invited to attend milestone celebration for beloved Spokane staple under new ownership The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) announces the grand reopening celebration of Soulful Soups and Spirits in its... Read more »

• Downtown Businesses Come Together to Tackle Retail Theft

  Recap from the June 25 Shoplifting Prevention Workshop with SPD On June 25, downtown Spokane business owners, managers, and hospitality professionals gathered at the Central Library for a hands-on workshop... Read more »

• Hoopfest After Dark: Where to Play When the Games Are Done

  When the sun sets on Hoopfest, the party is just getting started in downtown Spokane. Whether you’re winding down from a day of courtside battles or gearing up for another... Read more »

• A Love Letter to Downtown

  New Art Installation Celebrates the Heart of Spokane The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) has joined creative forces with local Italian expressionist artist Monet Lyons to debut an artistic tribute to... Read more »

• Spring Clean Week in Downtown Spokane: 5 Tips for Visitors & Business Owners to Help Keep Our City Beautiful

  As the flowers bloom and the sun returns to Spokane, Spring Clean Week is the perfect time to celebrate the fresh start of the season and to do our part... Read more »

• What to Expect During Spring Clean Week 2025

  More than 100 Volunteers Ready to Get Dirty for Downtown Just in time for Bloomsday and Lilac Festival celebrations, downtown Spokane is getting a fresh look, and the community is... Read more »

• Get Your Waffle On: Downtown Spokane’s Best Spots to Celebrate International Waffle Day

  International Waffle Day is the perfect opportunity to indulge in one of the most beloved breakfast treats—waffles! Whether you like them sweet, savory, crispy, or soft, Downtown Spokane has some... Read more »

• Celebrate Global Recycle Day by Thrifting Downtown Spokane

  Global Recycle Day is a perfect opportunity to reflect on the small but impactful choices we can make to reduce waste and support a more sustainable world. One great way... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Prepares for Back-to-Back Women’s Sports Weekends

  Downtown Spokane is gearing up for two major weekends of women’s sports as the Pacific Northwest Qualifier (PNQ) and the NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Tournament take over the city.... Read more »

• Make Downtown Spokane a Part of Your Friday Plans on March 7

  Get ready to shake your shamrock this First Friday, March 7, as Spokane’s monthly art walk welcomes a glimmer of spring and an exciting lineup of local artists, live music,... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Announces 2025 Leadership

  At the 2025 Downtown Spokane Annual Meeting, held at nYne Bar & Bistro on February 20, 2025, the Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) and Business Improvement District (BID) confirmed new board... Read more »

• Why Offices in Downtown Spokane Still Have Mass Appeal

  From the 2024 Downtown Spokane Economic Report When HMA CPA outgrew their space on Riverside Avenue two years ago, their ownership group had to decide if they wanted to stay... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Partnership Expands Cleaning Services Through City Contract

  Six-month supplemental cleaning contract will bring daily sidewalk cleaning, graffiti removal and snow services to south downtown Spokane. Spokane, WASH. (September 17, 2024)—  Supplemental cleaning services will soon be implemented in... Read more »

• Summer Safety Week | Weather Preparedness Day

  Let’s wrap up Summer Safety Week with Weather Preparedness Day. As we conclude a week dedicated to safety, let’s focus on being ready for any weather emergency. Join us for... Read more »

• Summer Safety Week | Health and Wellness Day

  It’s Thursday for National Safety Week, and today’s focus is on Health and Wellness Day—a pivotal opportunity to underscore the importance of safety in both our professional and personal lives.... Read more »

• Summer Safety Week | Workplace Safety Day

  Get ready for Summer Safety Week, happening from August 5 to 9, packed with thrilling events aimed at boosting safety throughout Downtown Spokane! Today, we’re kicking off Workplace Safety Day,... Read more »

• Make downtown Spokane a part of your First Friday plans June 7

  Queer Artwalk to headline June offerings Spokane, WASH. (June 3, 2024)- [SPOKANE, WA] Join us in downtown Spokane for First Friday on June 7, 2024. This month, 16 venues are... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Gears Up for Spring Events with Gateway Cleanup

  In preparation for the upcoming NCAA Basketball Tournament and Pacific Northwest Qualifier volleyball tournament weekends, the Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) and local business leaders have joined forces to ensure the... Read more »

• DSP and BID Announce 2024 Leadership

  The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) announced the election of Christopher Varallo, partner with Kutak Rock LLP, as its new board chair during its annual meeting on February 22, 2024. In... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Partnership to Celebrate 2024 Class of “Best in BID” Award Winners

  The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) announces the upcoming recognition of the 2024 Best in BID Award winners during its Annual Meeting on February 22 at the Montvale Event Center. The... Read more »

• Unique Gifts, Unique Shops

  When you’re looking for noteworthy gifts as well as unique Christmas or seasonal cards, Paper Nerd inside River Park Square is a one-stop shop. This specialist retailer features a wide... Read more »

• Giving the Gift of Local

  Buying from small, local vendors at the holidays is a great way to support your community while also purchasing distinctive gifts that can’t be found anywhere else. And THE SMALL... Read more »

• Bold Tastes of Downtown

  Located across from the Historic Davenport Hotel, Thunder Pie Pizza (816 W. Sprague Ave., thunderpiepizza.com) is one of the newest additions to downtown Spokane’s vibrant food scene. Its artisanal pizzas... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Partnership and Friends Kick Off Holiday Season

  The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) is proud to announce an exciting lineup of events, activities and promotions in downtown this year in the spirit of the holiday season. The DSP... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Partnership Steps Up Security Ahead of Busy Holiday Shopping Season

  New Private Security Patrols to Bolster Safety & Security Downtown Spokane, WASH. —The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) today announced a new pilot program to expand security coverage to ensure a... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Partnership Unveils Refreshed Brand Identity

  Spokane, WASH. (October 10, 2023)- The Downtown Spokane Partnership today revealed a refresh of the organization’s brand, including a new visual identity design. With its last visualization changes made more... Read more »

• The Warren: A New Addition to Downtown Spokane’s Housing Revival

  Downtown Spokane has been experiencing a revitalization over the past decade, with new businesses, restaurants, and housing developments popping up in new and underdeveloped areas. One of the most exciting... Read more »