Parks and recreation + partners bring the joy of the holidays with festive events
Parks and recreation: 311 or 509.755.2489
Friday December 3, 2021 at 11:10 a.m.
SPOKANE – In this holiday season 2021, Parks and Recreation and its partners are offering a wide variety of festive events and activities to bring joy throughout the New Year.
Take in the glow of the holiday lights at Manito, Riverfront and Cowley Park, glide through the crisp winter air at Numerica Skate Ribbon, shop locally at the Riverfront Winter Market and celebrate the New Year with the return of the New Years fireworks by the river! Plus, enjoy winter leisure activities for the whole family.
“It has been a difficult time for over 18 months so we will take every opportunity to create some joy and offer something special to the community,†said Garrett Jones, Director of Parks and Recreation. “Spokane is a city that really knows how to celebrate the holiday season, and we have so many spectacular ways to do it this year thanks to our partners and generous donors. ”
Light shows 2021
Light Up the Night – Holiday Tree Walk and Lights Trail at Riverfront
Parks and recreation
Until January 2
The Holiday Tree Walk aims to shed light on the not-for-profit and community-centered organizations of Spokane; groups are invited to decorate a tree highlighting the mission of their organization. Admire the exterior window and trees of the Riverfront Pavilion, and visit the Path of Lights all around the park!
Cowley Park Lights
KXLY Extreme Team, ACE Hardware, Directors Mortgage, Avista, Parks and Recreation
December 1 – January 31
Music from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Each year, the Extreme team lights up Cowley Park for the children of the Sacré-Coeur Children’s Hospital. This year, a few more trees will be decorated and inspiring messages will fill the sidewalks.
https://www.kxly.com/features/extreme-team/
Christmas lights at Manito
Friends of Manito, Parks & Recreation, Providence Health Care, Wagstaff, Inc., Washington Trust Bank
Drive-thru December 10-16
Guided tour from December 17 to 19
Building on the success of last year’s Holiday Lights Driving Event, Manito’s Holiday Lights will be even more spectacular this year thanks to generous sponsors and partners. In addition, we have added passage days, from December 17 to 19, only for pedestrians!
Drive-Jeu event: December 10-16, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Walk-Thru event: December 17-19, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
www.thefriendsofmanito.org/holiday
New Year’s Eve fireworks presented by Coca-Cola
the 31st of December
9 p.m.
Waterfront park
A return to the tradition of a vibrant fireworks display in the heart of downtown! The family fireworks display will begin at 9 p.m. and the Numerica Skate Ribbon will offer extended hours from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Holidays 2021
Wheatland Bank Horse and Carriage Rides
Wheatland Bank, Downtown Spokane Partnership, Parks and Recreation
Until December 24
Fridays from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Enjoy an 8-minute loop through the wonders of Riverfront Park. Pre-registration required. To free.
https://downtownspokane.org/event/wheatland-bank-free-horse-and-carriage-rides/2021-11-26/
Winter market at the Pavilion
Wednesdays 1, 8, 15, 22 December
3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
The Riverfront Winter Market is back by popular demand! Shop local this holiday season with a variety of local farmers, processors, artisans and artisans.
Numerica Skating Ribbon
Glide along the downtown ice sliver by the glow of the holiday lights! Check out our weekly specials, like Cheap Skate Tuesdays, where we have free skate rentals and catering deals, on our website.
https://my.spokanecity.org/riverfrontspokane/attractions/skate-ribbon/
2021 Outdoor recreation
Cross-country ski lessons
December 11, 12, 18, 19, 30, 31
$ 59
Come learn the basics at Mt. Spokane with certified instructors!
Sponsored by fitness fanatics
Register on www.SpokaneRec.org
Snowshoe hikes
December 17, 18, 19, 26
25 $
Try this amazing winter sport – we provide the equipment! On a guided hike, you’ll take beautiful trails through the snow-capped trees around Mount Spokane.
Register on www.SpokaneRec.org
Winter adventures for young people
December 21-22 or December 28-29
$ 99
9-12 year olds will learn snowshoeing, cross country skiing and snow cave building at Mt. Spokane State Park!
Register on www.SpokaneRec.org
About Spokane Town Parks and Recreation
City of Spokane Parks and Recreation manages nearly 120 properties on 4,000 acres of parkland, including well-maintained parks, natural lands, aquatic centers, golf courses, sports complexes and an arboretum. We also offer hundreds of recreational opportunities for all ages and abilities to improve the health and quality of life in our community. Enjoy all that your city has to offer while visiting spokaneparks.org. Follow us @SpokaneParks on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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