4th of July shenanigans, free swimming on Fridays, new Soulful Soups owners, new park speed limits, and more. 
Happy Fourth of July, Spokane. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Spokane Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead:
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Free swimming 🏊♂️
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July 4th shenanigans 🎆
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New speed limits 🚘️
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Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Free Friday swims: Spokane Valley’s public pools are now free every Friday from 1:30–3 pm and 3:30–5 pm (with an extra 5:30–7 pm session at Park Road Pool) as part of the Numerica CARES for Kids program — dive into the details.
Soulful Soups stays open: Spokane’s beloved soup spot has been passed to new owners Aaron & Kaden Earle and will reopen at 111 South Madison with a soft opening this month and a full grand opening after Labor Day — see the full story.
New summer park speed limits: Seasonal 20 mph signs have been installed in six Spokane parks, including A.M. Cannon, Chief Garry and Mission, to slow drivers this season — read more.
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Highlights this week
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WA forest health survey results are in
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New plan to protect wildlife on the road
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Ferguson warns of state revenue decline
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Join charity run benefiting a food bank
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Neighborhood parade celebrates Independence
🫶 We got your back
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Frankly fantastical franks: When you need a quick bite that packs a punch, Vern Cooks is the reigning champ of mustard, relish, and risk-it-all topping combos. Think loaded chili-cheese dogs with a dash of sriracha and pickled jalapeños—because sometimes comfort food needs a kick.
Up, up, and away: Pop! Balloon Bar + Party has everything you need to keep your celebration floating high. From jumbo latex and foil balloons to streamers, plates, napkins, and even those sneaky confetti poppers, they’ve got the goods to take any party to the next level.
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📆 Spokane happenings
All events are subject to change without notice. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
Today
🚴 Northwest Tandem Rally @ CenterPlace Regional Event Center | Fri–Sun (7/4–7/6) at 7:30 am – Grab your captain or stoker and roll through Spokane Valley’s scenic backroads and the Centennial Trail on supported rides, then swap stories at ice-cream socials, live music with the playful Marmot mascots, and festive gatherings each evening.
🏃 BRRC 4th of July Run @ Moran Prairie Elementary School | Friday (7/4) at 8 am – Get your blood pumping with a 4-ish mile spin around Moran Prairie before the burgers hit the grill. Donations to Second Harvest Food Bank are the only ticket you need—cash or cans welcome. Lace up, give what you can, and kick-start your Independence Day with good vibes and endorphins.
🎉 Annual July 4th Parade @ Corbin Park | Friday (7/4) at 9:45 am – Deck out your stroller, bike, or dog in red, white, and blue, then roll through Corbin Park’s informal parade loop. Complimentary popsicles for early patriots (thanks, Lem’s Pops) sweeten the deal. Hosted by your neighbors April & Travis Smith, it’s all ages, all smiles, all about community.
🎆 4th of July Concert & Fireworks @ Riverfront Park | Friday (7/4) at 5 pm – Kick off your Independence Day at the Lilac Bowl with free carnival fun and a beer garden sponsored by ICCU, pouring refreshment (no outside booze allowed). Groove to Atari Ferrari’s high-energy covers followed by the MasterClass Big Band, catch the POET Ethanol Flyover and patriotic ceremonies, then settle in for a river-bank fireworks extravaganza at 10 pm.
This weekend
🐟 The Spokane Farmers’ Market @ The Spokane Farmer’s Market | Saturday (7/5) at 8 am – Bright and early, splash into Spokane’s freshest catch with Captain Rob’s wild Alaskan seafood pop-up at the market’s 4th & Chestnut corner. Think flaky cod, plump shrimp, and all the ocean vibes—just add Saturday morning sunshine. Come hungry, leave a fan of the Pacific Northwest’s best bounty.
🎡 Riverfront Summer Carnival @ Riverfront Spokane | Saturday (7/5) at 1 pm – Step right up for thrilling rides, classic carnival games, and all your midway favorites—from corn dogs to elephant ears—along Spokane’s scenic riverfront. Grab a ride wristband (1 credit per dollar) and let the fun roll all afternoon into evening. It’s free to enter, family-friendly, and the perfect summer pick-me-up under the sun.
🎵 Mon Rovia @ Bing Crosby Theater | Saturday (7/5) at 8 pm – Dust off your dancing shoes and let Mon Rovia’s soulful folk-rock wash over Spokane’s historic Bing Crosby Theater. These West Coast troubadours blend bluesy harmonies and Americana grit that’ll have you swooning by the encore. Tickets are flying faster than their banjos — snag yours before they’re gone!
🎤 Nuf Ced & Friends Black Comedy Night @ Jimmy’z Gastropub & Red Room Lounge | Saturday (7/5) at 8 pm – No holds barred, no sugarcoating—just raw laughs from Nuf Ced and crew. Bring your sense of humor (and maybe a spare liver) for a night of jokes that hit harder than your morning alarm.
🧘♀️ Free Yoga @ Timber Run Reserve | Sunday (7/6) at 10 am – Start your Sunday stretch with complimentary outdoor yoga in the serene Timber Run Reserve. 🌳 Led by Eclipse Power Yoga every Saturday in July (6, 13, 20 & 27), these all-level sessions will leave you feeling grounded, grateful, and glowing. Bring your mat, invite a friend, and soak up the sunshine as you flow.
🎱 Summer Sunday Funday @ The Draft Zone | Sunday (7/6) at 12 pm – Rally your friends for free darts and pool from noon to 6 pm, then kick back with happy hour specials on ice-cold beers and refreshing cocktails. Whether you’re a pool shark or just in it for the good vibes, this adult-only Sunday tradition is the perfect way to beat the heat. Ages 21+—see you at the tables!
🎶 Live music & entertainment
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7/4 Atari Ferrari and more @ Lilac Bowl – 6:30 pm
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7/4 Live Piano in the Lounge @ Churchill’s Steakhouse – 6 pm
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7/4 MasterClass Big Band @ Lilac Bowl – 8 pm
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7/4 Erin Parkes and Tomboy @ Zola – 9 pm
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7/5 Tears of Joy @ The Big Dipper – 7:30 pm
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7/5 Mon Rovia @ Bing Crosby Theater – 8 pm
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7/5 The Local Honeys and more @ The Chameleon – 8 pm
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7/6 The Buckley Storms @ Arbor Crest Wine Cellars – 5:30 pm
🏠️ Price Is Right – Spokane edition
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The great room of this PNW charmer wears cathedral ceilings like a crown, real hardwood floors bask under massive picture windows framing the Palouse panorama. A see-through glass fireplace slides between kitchen and living, where granite counters and a brand-new Sub-Zero fridge stage epic snack raids. Warm kitchen vibes meet open-floor-plan mischief.
Six-and-a-half acres of prime pasture host creeks, deer cameos, and shop dreams, while the daylight basement drops in game nights by the woodstove and wet bar. The oversized 935-sqft three-car garage laughs at storage limits. PNW seasons never looked so dramatic.
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