A beautiful 90-acre public park with arboretum, botanical gardens, and conservatory. It is open daily without charge. Fun Fact: Karen had her senior pictures taken here.
With one of the best urban falls in the nation, Riverfront Park's ideal downtown location is surrounded by the Spokane River and offers a variety of activities from biking the Centennial trail, walking paths, attractions such as a 1909 Looff Carrousel, SkyRide over the Falls, IMAX Theatre, Tour Train, Amusement Rides and a covered ice rink make this park a destination. The Red Wagon and Rotary Interactive Fountain provide hours of fun.
Home of the Spokane Indians - an MBL farm team for the Texas Rangers. Check out their website for a current schedule.
Mobius Children’s Museum sparks the curiosity of children ages eight and younger through exploration, play, and the arts. The museum includes a water table, dress up theater, and Bubbleology, an exhibit where kiddos and parents can blow bubbles of all shapes and sizes! Kids can drive their own plasma car in Cooper’s Corner while learning about bike and traffic safety. Parents and kids both love the Out of Hand Art Studio where they can create their own masterpieces to take home.
If you are up for a bit of a drive (about an hour outside of Spokane) and love theme/waterparks Silverwood is the place to be! Once you step through the gates you will be immersed in a land full of fun things to do for the whole family. Whether it is riding one of the massive roller coasters, zipping down waterslides, experiencing the wonder of a magic show, or sitting down for a bite to eat in a Victorian style, turn of the century restaurant; there is something for everyone.
If shopping is more your speed, check out the Spokane Valley Mall for a wide range of shopping and dining options. You can also catch a movie while you're there!
Green Bluff Growers is an association of small family farms and food stands. Seasonal activities include pick-your-own fruit and annual festivals such as Blooms on the Bluff, Strawberry Celebration, Cherry Festival Cherry Pickers’ Trot and Pit Spit, Peach Festival, Apple Festival, Holiday Memories.
Lake Coeur d'Alene is a popular tourist site for many people during the summer, offering great beaches and scenic views.