Spring Things To Do in Spokane

As the city defrosts and transforms from a snow-covered wonderland into a flourishing landscape teeming with new life, Spokane blooms with things to do. Springtime in The Lilac City is the best time to discover how apt the town’s official nickname really is.

Spokane Falls
Bloomsday
Riverfront Park
Lilac Garden
Golf Courses
See the Spokane Falls

Spring is the best time to marvel at the Spokane Falls- the country’s largest urban waterfall. The falls crash over the basalt rock formations in Riverfront Park all year long but reach their scenic height in May when the mountain snow runoff is at its peak. Finding the perfect vantage point is easy. There’s no shortage of spots. The Spokane Falls comes in two parts, upper and lower. Make sure you see both to get the full effect.

Spokane Falls

Run in the Bloomsday Race

Since 1977, the annual Bloomsday race has been held on the first Sunday in May. Drawing thousands of runners from all over the country, Bloomsday is the world’s largest timed road race. The 12K run is open to runners, walkers, wheelchairs, assisted wheelchairs, and strollers, making it an inclusive event for all.

Ready to Run?

Explore Riverfront Park

Take a trip through the crown jewel of downtown Spokane! Get a bird's eye view of the Spokane Falls on the SkyRide or take the kids to the Childhood Express to slide down the slide. Bring the whole family to the Looff Carousel to bring out your inner child.

The Heart of Downtown

Take a Walk in the Park

Spring is the perfect time to explore the 87 parks in the Spokane region. Be sure to visit the Lilac Garden at Manito Park where Spokane’s very own lilac, the Syringa Spokane, can be viewed. Along with the double pink hybrid lilac, visitors can view 23 distinct species of lilacs in all their springtime grandeur.

More Parks and Gardens

Make a Tee Time

Embrace Spokane's beautiful spring weather while upping your golf game. Our city has incredible scenery and first-rate golf courses that we promise will delight and engage you. We pride ourselves as one of the hottest golf destinations in the Pacific Northwest. Our courses are known for their challenging layouts, pristine fairways, and smoothly rolled greens.

Hit the Green