Good morning, Spokane!
On this day in 1966, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" first aired on TV. It’s a timeless reminder that even a heart two sizes too small can grow, especially when faced with the unshakeable holiday spirit of the Lilac City.
In today’s Spokane Pulse:
Rudolph and a Big Band Christmas
A very merry downtown bar crawl
Winter Solstice sound baths & fairy dances
And much more!
Let’s get to it.
— Laina & Lucas Wyland
All Weekend Long
🎺 A Big Band Christmas Around the World brings the holiday spirit to life with a seventeen-piece orchestra and top regional vocalists. Head to University High School this Friday through Sunday for a magical production celebrating international Christmas traditions from around the globe.
🦌 See a holiday classic come to life on stage in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. The Spokane Civic Theatre presents this heartwarming musical adventure all weekend, reminding us that what makes us different is what makes us special.
🏛️ Step back in time at the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture for the Campbell House Holidays. This cherished annual tradition brings history to life with interactive moments, period-costumed interpreters, and festive decorations all weekend long.
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Friday
🎨 Holiday Sip & Paint
A festive, family-friendly sip & paint with a guided acrylic lesson, all materials included, plus a complimentary holiday mocktail.
Details: 4:00 - 6:30 PM at ZSA, 122 S. Monroe St., Spokane, WA
Cost: $35
More details: Link
🎶 Sonic Solstice III
Sonic Solstice returns for its third year with two nights of heavy, experimental, and underground music at Spokane’s legendary Garland Theater.
Where: Garland Theater
Cost: $15 per session or $25 for the weekend
See More: Link
Saturday
📚 Silent Book Club Spokane — December Meetup
Silent Book Club Spokane is hosting their final gathering of the year with a cozy afternoon of reading and holiday cheer. The meetup also includes an optional Book Basket Exchange — bring a book basket to participate.
Details: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at The Wonder Building
Cost: Free
See More: Link
🎄 North Pole Creation Station 2025
A festive, family-friendly holiday experience where kids can decorate cookies, create Christmas crafts, and enjoy a magical meet-and-greet with Santa.
Details: 3:00–5:00 PM or 5:00–7:00 PM at The Wonder Building
Cost: $30 per child ticket, $5 per adult ticket (plus fees); optional add-ons available
See More: Link
🎬 White Christmas Film Screening
The Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture is showing the classic 1954 holiday musical 'White Christmas' for its 70th anniversary.
Details: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture
Cost: Free
See More: Link
🎅 The Official Christmas Bar Crawl
Put on your festive gear for a holiday-themed bar crawl through several downtown spots, with drink specials and an after-party.
Details: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM at Downtown Spokane (Check-in at Fast Eddies)
Cost: $7.14 to $25
See More: Link
🎻 Spokane Symphony Ensemble at Spark
A select group from the Spokane Symphony will perform live holiday music in a cozy community setting.
Details: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Spark Central
Cost: Free admission
See More: Link
😂 Wilma & Justice Save Christmas
This holiday show combines comedy and performance, followed by a social hangout after the event.
Details: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM at The Blue Door Theatre
Cost: $29 per person
See More: Link
Sunday
☕️ Holiday High Tea (The Fanciest One!)
A contemporary holiday high tea experience with a special menu including scones, soup, quiche, and tea.
Details: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Lunarium
Cost: $60 per person
See More: Link
🧘♀️ Tending the Return: Winter Solstice Sound Ceremony
A restorative sound journey using gongs and singing bowls to mark the winter solstice with reflection and intention setting.
Details: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM at Alchemy Hillyard
Cost: $33 - $55
See More: Link
😂 Geoffrey Asmus
A stand-up comedy show featuring Geoffrey Asmus, who performs regularly at the Comedy Cellar in NYC.
Details: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM at Spokane Comedy Club
Cost: $30.29
See More: Link
In Case You Missed It
🏀 Gonzaga's Graham Ike was named one of five Oscar Robertson Men’s Basketball National Players of the Week for his impressive 25-point performance in the victory over UCLA.
📖 A new volume celebrating the city's beverage community, "The Spokane Drinks Book," has been released by local author and photographer Ari Nordhagen.
🥪 The Inlander's annual reader poll of Spokane's best chicken sandwiches is out, highlighting popular spots like Logan Tavern, Hogwash Whiskey Den, and Wooden City.
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