13 Things to Do in Spokane This Week · September 17–20, 2026

Festivals & Special Events

Spokane County Interstate Fair – 75th Anniversary

The Spokane County Interstate Fair celebrates its 75th anniversary with rides, livestock, food, and a three-night concert series at the Spokane Fair & Expo Center.

Friday, September 18, 2026 · Spokane Fair & Expo Center, 404 N Havana St, Spokane Valley

Amplify Hope – Suicide Awareness Benefit Concert

Light A Lamp presents a nonprofit concert benefit in honor of Suicide Awareness Month with multiple performers.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 · Spokane

Music & Nightlife

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band

Blues-rock guitar legend Kenny Wayne Shepherd brings his band to First Interstate Center for the Arts.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 · First Interstate Center for the Arts, Spokane

Nate Smith at the Spokane County Interstate Fair

Country artist Nate Smith closes out the Fair's three-night concert series with a 7 PM show on the final night.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 7:00 PM · Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, Spokane Valley

Joshua Ray Walker

Acclaimed Texas country-folk singer-songwriter Joshua Ray Walker performs at The District with opener FABRIZIO.

Thursday, September 17, 2026 9:00 PM · The District, 916 West 1st Avenue, Spokane

Ice Cube at Northern Quest

West Coast hip-hop legend Ice Cube takes the outdoor stage at Northern Quest Resort & Casino.

Friday, September 18, 2026 7:30 PM · Northern Quest Resort & Casino, Airway Heights

Food & Drink

The Kitchen Engine 20th Anniversary

The beloved local kitchen shop celebrates 20 years with a three-day anniversary event at The Flour Mill.

Friday, September 18, 2026 · The Kitchen Engine, 621 W Mallon Suite 416, The Flour Mill, Spokane

Arts & Culture

Ghostbusters in Concert

Experience the classic Ghostbusters film performed live with a full orchestra at the Bing Crosby Theater.

Friday, September 18, 2026 8:00 PM · Bing Crosby Theater, Spokane

Family-Friendly

Sonic Live in Concert

Sonic the Hedgehog comes to life in a live concert experience at First Interstate Center for the Arts.

Sunday, September 20, 2026 · First Interstate Center for the Arts, Spokane

Free Events

From Foundations to the Future: Bookkeeping for Small Businesses

A free workshop covering the basics of setting up and managing bookkeeping for small businesses, with a Zoom option available.

Monday, September 21, 2026 5:00 PM · Liberty Park Library, 402 S Pittsburg St, Spokane

Sports

Spokane Chiefs vs. Tri-City Americans

The Spokane Chiefs open their home season against the Tri-City Americans at Numerica Veterans Arena.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 · Numerica Veterans Arena, 720 West Mallon Avenue, Spokane

Date Night

Honky Tonk Night with Hogwire at Spokane Tribe Casino

Boots, beers, line dancing, and live country music with Hogwire — a rowdy Honky Tonk night with a $5 cover for 21+.

Friday, September 18, 2026 · Spokane Tribe Resort & Casino, 14300 W SR-2 HWY, Airway Heights

Songs by the River

An intimate evening of vocal music featuring select Spokane Symphony Chorale members performing along the scenic South Hill Bluff.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 · South Hill Bluff, Spokane