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Home » May 2026 Events Calendar

May 2026 Events Calendar

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May 1, 2026
Emily Botter-Hanson

May 2

Birding Walk with the Spokane Audubon Society: Saltese Flats Wetlands

Join the Spokane Audubon Society for an accessible birding walk.

  • 8-11 a.m.
  • Doris Morrison Learning Center, 1330 S. Henry Road, Greenacres
  • Free (registration required)
  • tinyurl.com/2rnn5xj9

Spring Plant Swap & Tree Giveaway

Swap your plants at the library and get free plant starts and saplings.

  • 10 a.m.-noon
  • Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road, Spokane
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/4fpb3v6j

May 5

Annual Grand Slam

Attend a poetry slam, featuring original poetry from local students.

  • 6-8 p.m.
  • The Gathering House, 733 W. Garland, Spokane
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/4cv8m8ct

May 6

Reducing the Risk of Dementia

Learn about modifiable risk factors that may reduce the risk of dementia and memory loss.

  • 10:30-11:30 a.m.
  • Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley, Spokane
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/3sw89z6e

Project Joy Performance

Two Grey Cats will perform pop, oldies, and Americana with bass, guitar, and vocals.

  • 10:30 a.m.
  • Mid-City Concerns Senior Center, 1222 W. Second, Spokane
  • Free

May 9

Birding Walk with the Spokane Audubon Society: Waikiki Springs Natural Area

Join the Spokane Audubon Society for a birdwatching walk. The area may not be accessible for those with limited mobility.

  • 8-11 a.m.
  • Waikiki Springs Trailhead, Fairwood
  • Free (registration required)
  • tinyurl.com/mkya5zhk

Spokane Garden Expo

Visit more than 300 booths selling plants, garden supplies, and yard art.

  • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • Spokane Community College, 1810 N. Greene, Spokane
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/33dd4pb5

Browne’s Addition Walking Tour: Then & Now

See the Carriage House and walk a one-mile loop, ending at the Campbell House.

  • 11 a.m.-noon, noon-1 p.m., 1 p.m.-2 p.m., 2 p.m.-3 p.m.
  • Carriage House, 2316 W. First, Spokane
  • $12 for members, $15 for others
  • tinyurl.com/mth7njz7

May 11

Project Joy Performance

Bobaree Bob will perform guitar and vocal favorites.

  • 2:45 p.m.
  • Royal Park Health & Rehabilitation, 7411 N. Nevada, Spokane
  • Free

May 13

Plan Against Scams

Learn to recognize scams, protect your finances, and safeguard personal data.

  • 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • Corbin Senior Activity Center, 827 W. Cleveland, Spokane
  • Free (registration required)
  • tinyurl.com/y6t8j9kj

Dementia Basics & Community Support

Become a Dementia Friend and learn more about community-based support.

  • 5-6 p.m.
  • Liberty Park Library, 402 S. Pittsburgh, Spokane
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/3w7yv9bm

May 14

Thrive Monthly

Attend a guided reflection and respond to prompts for personal growth.

  • 4:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Liberty Park Library, 402 S. Pittsburgh, Spokane
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/yu8zzpan

May 15

Project Joy Performance

Bern Gannon will perform songs from the 50s through the 70s, pop, and bluegrass.

  • 10:30 a.m.
  • Mid-City Concerns Senior Center, 1222 W. Second, Spokane
  • Free

May Day Celebration

Enjoy a pot roast dinner accompanied by a raffle, door prizes, and entertainment.

  • 12:30 p.m.
  • Sinto Senior Activity Center, 1124 W. Sinto, Spokane
  • $15 for members, $20 for others
  • tinyurl.com/4tmttzz3

Friday Night Movie

Attend a viewing of “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” directed by Wes Anderson.

  • 6:30-8:30 p.m.
  • Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
  • $7 for members, $8 for others
  • tinyurl.com/3ksks7ex

May 16

Infusing Poetry with Your Experiences in Nature

Develop your long-term relationship with poetry and nature in this writing workshop.

  • Noon-12:50 p.m.
  • Liberty Park Library, 402 S. Pittsburg, Spokane
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/2cs734rs

May 17

Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles

Attend a viewing of “Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles,” starring Lin-Manuel Miranda.

  • 1-2:45 p.m.
  • Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley, Spokane
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/4xy64887

May 19

Best Hikes in the Spokane Area

Learn about the best trails in the Spokane area.

  • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley, Spokane
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/yhvznven

May 20

Project Joy Performance

Spring Chicks will perform clogging routines.

  • 1 p.m.
  • Maplewood Gardens, 1100 N. Superior, Spokane
  • Free

Drop-In & Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch…

Bring your current project and craft in the company of others.

  • 4:30-7 p.m.
  • The Hive, 2904 E. Sprague, Spokane
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/4brz2d79

May 24

Mindful Making

Join a craft circle guided by an art therapist.

  • 1-3 p.m.
  • Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
  • $20 for members, $24 for others
  • tinyurl.com/3pff57b4

May 25

Project Joy Performance

Larry French will perform bluegrass with guitar, banjo, and vocals.

  • 2 p.m.
  • Avista Senior Living, 7310 N. Pine Rock, Spokane
  • Free

May 29

ArtFest Spokane 2026

Visit 75 art and fine craft booths, listen to local live music, and more at this three-day event.

  • Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
  • $5
  • tinyurl.com/4t5zrk7x

May 30

Felts Field Neighbor Day 2026

Walk through static aircraft displays and exhibits from aviation organizations.

  • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Felts Field, 6105 E. Rutter, Spokane
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/2swrhn48

Picnic in the Park: Celebrating America’s 250th!

Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy live music at the park.

  • Noon-2 p.m.
  • Balfour Park, 105 N. Balfour Road, Spokane Valley
  • Free
  • tinyurl.com/5dy2md42
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