• 2018 Summer Workout Series

  The Numerica Summer Workout Series returns to the Tribal Gathering Place (TGP) in downtown Spokane on Monday July 9. Thanks to the support of presenting sponsor – Numerica Credit Union... Read more »

• WELCOME NIKE

  As the fences come down around the newly restored and renamed M Building, formerly The Bon Marche and Macy’s, Spokane’s historic retail landmark prepares to house a new shopping opportunity.... Read more »

• CULTURAL ACTIVITIES GRANT APPLICATIONS SOUGHT

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Gloria Ochoa-Bruck Director of Multi-Cultural Affairs (509) 625-6326 The City of Spokane is seeking applications from non-profit organizations for grant funding to support programs and events... Read more »

• Now Hiring: Business Relations Coordinator

  The Downtown Spokane Partnership is seeking applications for a Business Relations Coordinator. Business Relations Coordinator Support the Marketing and Programming Manager in communicating the attributes, resources and activities in downtown... Read more »

• Food Truck Friday returns for 2018

  Back by popular demand, Downtown Spokane is shutting down Wall Street on Fridays in June, July, August and September to bring you Food Truck Fridays. Starting the First Friday in... Read more »

• Horse and Carriage Rids clip through downtown starting June 1

  For a fun-filled spring and summer, downtown Spokane is the place to be. Enjoy a free carriage ride through the heart of the city presented by the Downtown Spokane Business... Read more »

• Are you going to Volume Music Festival?

  As the temperatures start to rise in the Inland Northwest, you know it’s time for the beginning of summer, which in Spokane means it’s time for Volume Inlander Music Festival.... Read more »

• Motown: The Musical

  While seeing the Broadway production of Cinderella last spring, I learned about all of the amazing performances that would be coming to Spokane in the 2017-2018 season. I nearly jumped... Read more »

• Get dirty for downtown

  Spring has arrived in downtown Spokane, and the community is invited to get outside between April 16 and April 20 to help make our city center shine. Participate Individually All... Read more »

• The best experience you haven’t had yet

  It’s embarrassing to admit that my first contact with National Geographic came in my grandparent’s bathroom. Tucked behind the toilet tank, a stack of magazines with their distinctive yellow border... Read more »

• Share your Neverending Story

  There are a multitude of stories in downtown, and we want to know yours. Downtown Spokane is looking for content contributors to share personal experiences with downtown dining, entertainment, nightlife,... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane is Hiring

  The downtown Spokane Business Improvement District is seeking applications for two part-time positions on the downtown Clean Team. Clean Team Member The Clean Team provides cleaning and beautification services throughout the... Read more »

• Wheatland Bank Horse and Carriage Rides start November 24

  Wheatland Bank Horse and Carriage Rides will clip-clop along starting Friday November 24 through Christmas Eve. Enjoy the sights of downtown from a horse drawn carriage, sing your favorite carols... Read more »

• Meter funds contribute to downtown improvements

  Paying to park can be a hassle, but in downtown Spokane, meter dollars are contributing to a better city experience. In 2013, the Spokane City Council passed provisions to reinvest... Read more »

• #SnapshotSpokane

  If you haven’t gotten a chance to visit Terrain’s Snapshot Spokane showcase yet, you need to make your way over to their gallery in the Washington Cracker Company building before... Read more »

• The first step toward comprehension and understanding

  A friend of mine recently shared the idea of no longer saying something is in your “comfort zone,” but calling it your “comfort pit” instead. That has really stuck with... Read more »

• Wheatland Bank Horse and Carriage Rides begin July 7

  For a fun-filled summer, downtown Spokane is the place to be. Enjoy a free carriage ride through the heart of the city presented by the Downtown Spokane Business Improvement District... Read more »

• The Summer Workout Series is back

  Following a successful season of yoga at the Tribal Gathering Place (TGP) in 2016, the Summer Series is back in 2017, and it’s bigger and better! Thanks to the support... Read more »

• Play H-O-R-S-E

  Welcome to downtown Spokane. We hope you enjoy Spokane Hoopfest 2017! Get in the game when you visit the businesses listed below and complete your H-O-R-S-E score card by collecting... Read more »

• Art is for Everyone

  I walked into the Spokane Transit Authority (STA) Plaza on Friday and could tell exactly where to go; all I had to do was follow the music. I walked upstairs... Read more »

• Bring Your Dog to Work Day is June 23

  The Downtown Spokane Business Improvement District and SCRAPS are partnering to bring a one-day, pop-up dog park to downtown at the Tribal Gathering Place next to City Hall. On June... Read more »

• Ratepayer Advisory Board seeks mid-year replacement for Zone 2

  The Downtown Spokane Business Improvement District (BID) has one (1) mid-year term of the twenty two (22) Board seats available beginning June 2017. The Ratepayer Board Nominating Committee is currently... Read more »

• Parking meter overtime FAQs

  On Monday, May 1, 2017 the City of Spokane announced that, starting on Thursday, July 1, parking enforcement officers will start giving $10 tickets for plugging the meter or $30 tickets... Read more »

• Celebrate Preservation Month

  Megan Duvall City-County of Spokane Historic Preservation Office Historic Preservation Officer 509.625.6543 www.historicspokane.org Since 1973, the month of May has also been known as “National Preservation Month.” This is a... Read more »

• Business community responds to HOC needs

  Following the announcement last week that the House of Charity (HOC) – a program of Catholic Charities Spokane – would be ceasing 24 hour operation and expanded shelter services starting... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane Partnership launches Smart City partnership

  The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) recently joined with five community partners to offer a sophisticated household-level database that can support efforts around retail recruitment and business development for the downtown... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane names 2017 award recipients

  At an Annual Meeting held at the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox on February 23, the Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) and Business Improvement District (BID) confirmed leadership and named... Read more »

• Ordinance leads to a safer downtown Spokane, connecting individuals to needed services

  Spokane, WA An ordinance passed in 2014 as a response to large groups of individuals loitering in downtown has led to positive outcomes for downtown safety, says the Spokane Police... Read more »

• Downtown Spokane’s Top 16 for 2016

  1.      Proposition 1 passed in November, which will maintain, improve and expand public transportation within Spokane Transit’s service area. 2.      Main Ave received diagonal parking and a face lift, creating... Read more »

• Give Real Change

  Spokane, WA As temperatures drop in the northwest it’s important to remember that all citizens of downtown are in need of shelter and support this winter. Downtown Spokane urges the... Read more »