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RIVERFRONT PARK
The legacy of the Expo `74 World's Fair is in the center of the
city's business district. The Opera House, Convention Center,
Carousel and Entertainment Pavilion host many diverse activities
throughout the year. The Imax Theater, located in the park
is one of 50 around the world that show spectacular films created
exclusively for a screen five stories tall.
LILAC FESTIVAL
Spokane's two-week long celebration featuring one of Washington's
most popular parades, ``Torchlight Parade." Spokane's
grand annual May festival with loads of family events.
SPOKANE'S SKYWALK
A unique skywalk system links 15 downtown city blocks to form
a giant weatherproof shopping mall in the center of Spokane. Covered parking along with the skywalk system gives Spokane a
two-level selection of shops, department stores and restaurants.
NORTHWEST MUSEUM OF ARTS & CULTURE
Artifacts, exhibits, Native American art and the flora and fauna
of eastern Washington, beautifully displayed in a Victorian mansion.
INTERSTATE FAIRGROUNDS
Site of the annual Spokane Interstate Fair in September and numerous
other shows during the year.
RUNNERS
One of the world's largest running races, the Bloomsday Race
annually attracts over 50,000 runners competing on a 10,000 meter
course winding through the city.
SKIING
Looking for powder or groomed runs? Northeast Washington
has your slopes with plenty of skiing within a two-hour drive
of Spokane. Numerous areas ranked among the best of North
American: uncrowded, uncomplicated, unbelievable.
PARKS
Visitors enjoy the many public parks strategically located in
every corner of the city. Especially plan to visit Manito
Park and the Japanese Gardens.
THE FLOUR MILL
Discover the romance of historical Old Spokane with unique shops
and eateries. When built in 1890, the Flour Mill was one
of the most modern mills west of the Mississippi River!
Neighbor Day Celebration and Fireworks
The Fourth of July comes alive with music and fantastic fireworks in the heart of downtown.
Pig Out in the Park
Spokane's biggest food festival with test your will power with all the tastiest treats and free entertainment too. September 1-5 Riverfront Park
We can provide you with the names of recreational
booking agents and/or guides for many of the aforementioned activities,
Shilo Inn - Spokane (509) 535-9000
For additional information or schedules, please
call the Spokane Convention and Visitors Bureau (509) 624-1341
SHILO INNS RESERVATIONS - Call toll free 1-800-222-2244
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