Things to Do in Spokane (2025)

A Spokane literary landmark in the historic Liberty Building, with author events, staff picks, and shelves of regional voices. Featured by Visit Spokane and praised by local readers, it’s where you feel the city’s bookish heart while browsing Spokane-made gifts.

Spokane’s pioneering craft distillery pours flights and cocktails in a roomy downtown bar. Widely credited as Washington’s first post‑Prohibition distillery and covered by local media, Dry Fly highlights Inland Northwest grains through tours, tastings, and limited releases.

An urban winery in a century‑old brick warehouse under the rail viaduct, known for bold reds, rotating art, and lively First Friday concerts. Highlighted by Visit Spokane and the Spokane Winery Association, its downtown tasting spaces are welcoming and very Spokane.

Modern Italian with a sense of play—order the chef’s marathon tasting and let the kitchen surprise you. Celebrated by Seattle Met as one of Washington’s standout dining experiences, locals come for handmade pastas, smart pairings, and gracious service.

Anchoring the South Perry District, this neighborhood brewery has medals to prove its chops, including Great American Beer Festival gold reported by local outlets. Expect a rotating taplist, patio buzz, and seasonal plates that keep the focus on Spokane.

A family‑owned brewery campus on the river with a Bier Hall and sunny beer garden. In 2025, the Spokesman‑Review reported its Wrecking Ball Imperial Stout won World Beer Cup gold—another reason to go for flights, pub fare, and community vibes.

A 1945 single‑screen stunner reborn for classics, cult favorites, and community events. After a 2024 revival covered by local press, its 2025 lineup pairs free kids’ matinees with themed nights—make it a district stroll before or after the show.

Inside River Park Square, this Terrain‑run shop sells only Spokane‑made goods from dozens of artists. Terrain’s reports note every purchase supports local creatives, and sister events like the summer Bazaar turn downtown into a bustling art market.

An artists’ cooperative since 1978 in the Liberty Building, curated and staffed by the makers. Monthly First Friday shows and the adjacent Liberty Gallery make it an easy way to meet Spokane’s art community and take home something truly local.

A nonprofit restaurant where immigrant and former refugee chefs rotate through the kitchen, sharing dishes from Eritrea to Venezuela. Featured in Inlander Restaurant Week, menus update weekly—dinner here feels like cultural exchange with real community impact.

Audubon’s beloved pizza pub bakes wood‑fired pies with Northwest personality and a serious beer list. Readers of The Inlander named it Best Pizza in 2025—go early for the patio, neighborhood vibe, and pies named after nearby streets.

A Spokane original in a milk‑bottle building, scooping house‑made ice cream and flipping patties. The Garland District icon occupies a structure listed on the National Register of Historic Places and remains a fixture in local food guides.