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Spokane Valley, Washington
Spokane Valley prides itself on quality neighborhoods and schools, along with strong business and retail centers. Friendly people, natural surroundings and beautiful weather are part of what make Spokane Valley a favorite destination for visitors from all over the world. With all four seasons represented, we have an abundance of recreation activities. There are four distinct ski resorts, 75 lakes within an hour’s drive, and many hiking and biking trails to enjoy.
Web site: www.SpokaneValleyChamber.org
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September
Spokane Interstate Fair
Held in early September. Some exhibits include horses, rabbits, antique machinery, baking, beer, bees/honey, canning, crafts, creature feature, crops, eggs, fine arts, floral, grange booths, horticulture, photography (amateur), sewing, wine, wool/fiber and 4-H items. Plus lots of live entertainment, food and a rodeo. www.SpokaneCounty.org/Fair/Fair.aspx
ValleyFest
Held in mid-September at Mirabeau Park. Valleyfest's day starts with a Fun Run followed by a Pancake Breakfast. The Valleyfest Parade is on Friday and includes community floats and local school bands. Valleyfest also includes entertainment specifically designed for and performed by children. All of these activities are provided at no cost to Valleyfest participants. www.Valleyfest.org
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The Riblet Mansion - Arbor Crest Wine Cellars
Set on a rock outcropping above the Spokane River, the Italianate/Mission style Royal Riblet mansion is a Spokane Valley landmark. The house, state-of-the-arts for its time, was designed by prominent Spokane architect George Keith and built in 1925 for Royal N. Riblet, an in ventor and entrepreneur who made a small fortune constructing tramways for booming mining companies in the Inland Northwest. The home was originally accessed via one of Riblet's trams, which ferried passengers to the home's cliff perch from the other side of the Spokane River. In the late 1980s brothers David and Harold Mielke restored the house for use as the headquarters of the Arbor Crest Winery. www.ArborCrest.com, www.HistoricSpokane.org/SpokaneRegister/Riblet.htm
Spokane Valley Heritage Museum
Located in the historic Valley landmark, The Opportunity Township Hall, the Museum houses artifacts, old photographs and archives depicting and interpreting the history of the entire Valley. A perfect Field Trip for all Valley School District Students and citizens as well as a great place to take visitors! www.ValleyHeritageCenter.org
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Centennial Trail
This scenic path
follows the Spokane River from Riverside State Park to Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. There
are numerous access points for walking, bicycling, running or in-line skating. Call
the trail office at 509-624-7188 or visit www.spokanecentennialtrail.org.
Spokane River
Perfect for boating, rafting, swimming, fishing and water sports.
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