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January 27, 6pm The 20th anniversary of the Spokane Jewish Film Festival will honor actor, writer and director Gene Wilder, showcasing a new documentary that highlights Wilder’s life and career. Held at the Montvale Event Center, the Opening Night Gala will include appetizers and desserts from FEAST World Kitchen, along with a silent offering with items and experiences to bid on, including Spokane Symphony  tickets, an overnight stay at the Davenport Grand, local art, and more. SJFF2024.eventive.org

January 27 This Saturday, Innovia Foundation celebrates their 50th anniversary with Community Free Day in Spokane! The event will also commemorate the 50th anniversary of Expo ’74 in Spokane across Riverfront Park, with free admission to Riverfront Park venues, the Numerica Skate Ribbon, Looff Carousel, and Mobius Discovery Center. The venues will be open throughout the day for all to enjoy! Northwest Harvest will be in attendance, accepting donations of non-perishable food items at each location. DowntownSpokane.org

January 26 - 28 All weekend long, the Spokane Boat Show offers a chance to plan your summer fun early at the Spokane Fair & Expo Center. With new boat models and accessories from the region’s top exhibitors, the family friendly Boat Show is for new shoppers, seasoned boaters, and everywhere in between. The Spokane Boat Show has brought the latest in boats and boating accessories to the Inland Northwest for more than 70 years. The show kicked off Thursday, January 25, and continues through Sunday, January 28. SpokaneBoatShow.com

January 26 - February 4 Winter Lights, presented by STCU, kicks off in downtown Coeur d’Alene this Friday, offering an illuminated outdoor art experience for all ages. From January 26 through February 4, visitors are invited to take a journey through an “immersive wonderland,” featuring light-based artwork, colorful sculptures, interactive displays, and more. The event is free for patrons to walk through as a celebration of the winter season in the Northwest glowing through downtown Coeur d’Alene and beyond. With art collected from local, national and international artists for Winter Lights, this is an immersive experience not to miss! The Winter Lights Illuminate Launch Event, a 21+ ticketed event at the Coeur d’Alene Resort on Saturday,  is an evening filled with heavy appetizers, themed cocktails, live artists, gravity-defying aerial performances, and live music from local musicians Brittany's House. CDADowntown.com

January 26 Dry Fly Distilling’s first ever Rye Whiskey debuts January 26 in their downtown Spokane tasting room. Batch #1 Rye Whiskey was crafted with precision and passion, using grain grown outside of Ritzville, Washington. Single Barrel #921 is 90 proof after being aged for 5 years, resulting in a bold, smooth spirit they call a “one-of-a-kind Pacific Northwest offering.” Dry Fly’s limited-release whiskey is also available for pre-sale and shipping across Washington state. Visit Dry Fly Distillery this Friday or check online for your chance to sip this exclusive local batch. DryFlyDistilling.com Facebook.com

January 21, 7:30pm Bryan Adams takes Spokane back to the “Summer of ’69” this Sunday, bringing his So Happy it Hurts tour to the Spokane Arena! The singer/songwriter will be joined by Dave Stewart of Eurythmics, promising an evening of classics to remember. SpokaneArena.com

January 20 - 21 The Spokane Symphony welcomes conductor and rising star Holly Hyun Choe to lead the orchestra this weekend in Masterworks 5. Choe’s “unstoppable energy and charisma” will lead the orchestra through works of drama and warmth this Saturday and Sunday at the Fox Theater. foxtheatrespokane.org

January 20, 2pm Fans of the unforgettable Napoleon Dynamite can celebrate the film’s 20th anniversary this Saturday at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library! This month marks the 20th anniversary of Napoleon Dynamite’s premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. Celebrate with a showing of the PG-rated movie in the library’s community room, featuring themed snacks, activities and crafts. CdALibrary.org

January 19 - 21 The 36th annual Inland Northwest RV Show & Sale kicked off Thursday, bringing with it deals of all kinds to the Spokane County Fair & Expo Center all weekend long! With multiple dealers offering special show pricing, trade-in values, and more, find the savings you’re looking for on RVs and accessories. Visit the Spokane County Fair & Expo Center through Sunday for an indoor shopping event, plus free parking! SpokaneRVShow.com

January 23 - 28 Remixing historical figures into an award-winning Broadway production, SIX the musical features the six wives of Henry VIII in a “euphoric celebration” of girl power. The new musical has received praise of all kinds, from Tony Awards to a chart-topping live album, and will join STCU Best of Broadway from January 23 through 28. The show is 80 minutes without intermission and will be held at the First Interstate Center of the Arts. BroadwaySpokane.com

January 19 - 21 This three-day film extravaganza, held at The Panida Theater in Sandpoint, is one of the largest and most prestigious mountain festivals in the world, celebrating amazing achievements in outdoor storytelling and filmmaking worldwide. The festival kicks off January 19 at 7pm and continues January 20 at 7pm and January 21 at 6pm. Doors open one hour prior to each showing. Panida.org

January 13, 8 - 9:30pm The 2024 Comedy Avalanche series kicks off this weekend at the Panida Theater in Sandpoint with comedian Andrew Rivers. After gaining thousands of followers from his comedy specials, TV appearances, and constant touring across the Northwest and beyond, Andrew Rivers will be joined by guest comedians to present an evening of comedy in Sandpoint! Tickets are available online or at the door. Panida.org

January 11 - 15 Spokane’s National RV show arrives this weekend, with slashed prices and deals of all kinds, plus giveaways and family friendly fun, including a scavenger hunt and live music. Enjoy an adult beverage and shop through a wide variety of RV makes and models, now through the 15th, at the Spokane Convention Center. NationalRVShow.com

January 13 - 14, 1 - 4pm Arbor Crest Winery celebrates the 100th Anniversary of its Estate in 2024, and will ring in the new year with a Wine Club Release Party! This weekend, stop by the Arbor Crest Estate to mingle, taste January Club Release Wine, and sample small plates and sweets from the culinary team in a cocktail-style party environment. Wine club members will be invited to save in the January Club Appreciation Sale, with exclusive access to additional discounts on selected Arbor Crest wines. ArborCrest.com

January 13, 7pm Action-packed bull riding fun arrives at the Spokane Arena this weekend for the PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour! Beginning at 7pm Saturday, 40 competing riders will attempt one bull each and move through each round until the event champion is crowned. Tickets start at just $17 and are available online! SpokaneArena.com