Spokane's weekend of August 15 and 16, 2026 features live music, outdoor sessions, and theater across the city, with highlights including STS9 at the Knitting Factory and The Magic of Motown at the Bing Crosby Theater. Here's a rundown of what's happening, organized by category, along with where to find the full local events calendar.
What Live Music and Concerts Are Happening in Spokane This Weekend?
Spokane has a full lineup of live music this weekend, ranging from a national touring act to intimate local sessions.
- STS9 (Sound Tribe Sector 9): This electronic rock band plays the Knitting Factory on Sunday, August 16 at 8:00 PM.
- The Magic of Motown: This tribute concert wraps up its run at the Bing Crosby Theater on Sunday, August 16 at 5:30 PM.
- Scotty McCreery: This country performance is hosted nearby at the Spokane Tribe Resort and Casino in Airway Heights, wrapping up Sunday evening.
- Dave Long at Craft and Gather: This intimate outdoor singer songwriter performance takes place in Spokane Valley on Sunday, August 16 at 4:00 PM.
- Big Barn Brewing: This afternoon session in Mead features live jazz, rock, and soul on Sunday, August 16.
What Theater and Arts Events Are Happening in Spokane This Weekend?
Spokane's theater scene includes both a musical parody and a casual creative event this weekend.
- The Trail to Oregon: Bright Comet Theatre presents its final performance of this interactive, video game inspired musical parody at Stage Left Theater on Sunday afternoon, August 16.
- Boo-tiful Blooms Paint and Sip: Pinot's Palette hosts this all ages, Halloween themed painting event at Meeting House Cafe on Sunday, August 16 at 3:00 PM.
Should You Check Air Quality Before Heading to an Outdoor Event This Weekend?
Yes, it's worth checking current air quality before attending an outdoor event in the Spokane area this weekend, given ongoing regional wildfire smoke. A couple of this weekend's events, including Dave Long's outdoor performance at Craft and Gather and the outdoor session at Big Barn Brewing, take place outside. Conditions have been improving but can still shift with wind and nearby fire activity, so checking spokanecleanair.org or AirNow.gov shortly before heading out is a simple way to plan accordingly, especially if you or someone attending with you is more sensitive to smoke.
Where Can You Find More Spokane Events This Weekend?
VisitSpokane.com maintains a full, searchable calendar of local events, which is the best place to check for anything not listed here or for updates closer to the weekend. Event times and details can shift, so it's worth confirming specifics directly with the venue before heading out, particularly for anything with an admission cost or advance ticket requirement.
We Love This City
Spokane's calendar this weekend is a good reminder of everything that makes this community special, live music, local theater, and small gatherings that bring neighbors together. From all of us at Rios and Co Real Estate, we hope you get a chance to enjoy it.
