❤️ What's happening this weekend in Spokane

Good morning, Spokane!

Serious question: at what specific temperature does ordering an iced coffee become socially unacceptable here? We saw someone walking down Riverside with a giant cold brew this morning in freezing temps, and honestly? We respect the commitment.

In today’s Spokane Pulse:

Let’s get to it.

— Laina & Lucas Wyland

🏔️ The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival returns to The Fox Theater for three nights of breathtaking adventure films celebrating mountain culture and exploration. Catch a unique lineup of new films each evening from Friday through Sunday, with a special VIP fundraiser on Saturday supporting local conservation groups.

🤣 Catch headline comedian Collin Moulton at the Spokane Comedy Club as he brings his energetic stand-up to the stage for a weekend run. Known for his popular Dry Bar Comedy special, he’s performing live shows on Friday and Saturday night.

🐂 The PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour bucks into the Spokane Arena for two nights of high-energy professional bull riding action. Watch rising stars and legendary riders go head-to-head with world-class bulls in this electrifying showdown on Friday and Saturday.

💍 Plan your dream wedding at The Bridal Festival, the Inland Northwest’s premier wedding expo taking over the Spokane Convention Center. Meet nearly 200 exhibitors, enjoy elegant fashion shows, and enter for a chance to win over $30,000 in prizes on Saturday and Sunday.

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Visit D2 Gallery for the opening of a new multi-media exhibit featuring minimal watercolor works coupled with original poems about womanhood.

Watch artists transform blank canvases into masterpieces during this high-energy competition featuring food trucks and a live DJ.

Glide and groove to live DJ music, dazzling lights, and contests at this vibrant community skating event on the ribbon.

Immerse yourself in a special dining adventure that combines multiple sensory elements into a unique culinary event.

Build and perform your own shadow puppet using unconventional materials during this hands-on workshop led by Spokane Puppetry.

Join transformational coaches Jessica and Darren Salquist for a workshop exploring resilience, purpose, and the power of the human mind.

Experience the sounds of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons performed by the Listeso String Quartet under the glow of hundreds of candles.

Relax with live jazz from a five-piece band in the hotel lobby, with food and drinks available nearby.

Cheer on competitors featured on AEW and WWE as they face off in this professional wrestling showcase.

Join a new dog walking club that welcomes all dog lovers and their canine companions to get moving together.

Catch a live performance of this local production at the Spokane Civic Theatre's intimate studio stage.

Support a good cause at this fundraising show produced and hosted by comedian and former firefighter Damien Speranza.

Service industry professionals can unwind with half-priced drinks, gaming, and social time in a vibrant atmosphere.

🚒 After 43 years in elected office, including decades as a fire commissioner, The Spokesman-Review profiles Sharon Colby as she retires with a simple life lesson: "Be a good neighbor."

🪙 As the U.S. stops minting pennies, local reports indicate that Riverfront Park may soon convert its popular souvenir presses to use quarters instead.

🗳️ The Spokane Valley City Council has officially elected Laura Padden to serve as the city's new mayor for the next two years.

🏃 Former Gonzaga standout Yacine Guermali is set to make history this weekend as the first Bulldog to ever compete at the World Cross Country Championships.

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