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The countdown to Christmas is on, and Northern Quest Resort & Casino is pulling out all the stops. Get in the spirit with FREE Questmas fun for the whole family starting November 24. Race around the outdoor skating rink, discover larger-than-life holiday characters sprinkled throughout the resort, and make merry memories all season long. Santa Claus and one of his reindeer will even make a magical appearance on Saturday, December 16, from noon to 6pm! Plus, enjoy festive, family friendly dining opportunities or take in a show together; Northern Quest welcomes Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland to Pend Oreille Pavilion on November 28 and 29. Drop the little ones off for hourly child care at Kids Quest to let the adults-only fun begin. Take the slots for a spin, lift your spirits at one of our cocktail lounges, or visit Legends of Fire to spark joy with an exotic cigar. And get your gifting done early with holiday shopping at Windfall and La Rive Spa Boutique or with a Northern Quest gift card—the perfect option for everyone on your list! View all of the holiday happenings at Northern Quest

November 10 - 12 Embrace autumn on Lake Coeur d’Alene with the return of Fall Harvest Cruises! Back for a second year, fall cruises will run 5 to 7pm each evening this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. With a seasonal dinner experience featuring cozy ambiance and the flavors of the season, menu items including Angus beef pot roast, fall mixed greens, roasted smashed red potatoes, Granny Smith Apple Cake, and more. Some of fall’s best flavors will be on board Lake Coeur d’Alene Cruises! CdACruises.com

November 11 - 12 Holiday cheer arrives at Arbor Crest Winery this weekend with the return of their annual Holiday Art Show! Combining their renowned award-winning wines with the chance to shop locally crafted creations, guests aged 21 and older are invited to visit Arbor Crest’s Cliff House Estate all weekend for sips and shopping. Event admission is free! ArborCrest.com

November 10 - 11 Dr. Seuss' story of how the Grinch stole Christmas comes to life on stage this weekend at the First Interstate Center of the Arts! Now a record-breaking Broadway musical, the show that has entertained millions of viewers of all ages will arrive in Spokane for two days only. With multiple showtimes available throughout the weekend, including a newly added 11am Saturday matinee, everyone is invited to visit Whoville and watch the Grinch discover the true meaning of Christmas. BroadwaySpokane.com

November 10 - 11 Join Rebel Junk Market in a fun, festive shopping experience this Friday and Saturday at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds! The 13th Rebel Junk Holiday Market is voted a top vintage market in the country, bringing some of the best antique, vintage, and all around unique treasures from across the country. Visit the fairgrounds to shop handmade goods, candles, decor, jewelry, and so much more, just in time for the Christmas shopping season. While you’re there, enjoy everything from music, food and sips for the complete shopping experience. Everyone is invited! Tickets are available online at early bird pricing, or at the door. Kids 12 and younger will enter for free! RebelJunk.com

November 3, 6pm The 40th Anniversary of Spokane’s premier gala arrives at the Spokane Convention Center this Friday evening! Epicurean Delight welcomes guests to enjoy creatively prepared, locally made gourmet food and drinks in the name of a good cause. Benefiting the Blood Center Foundation of the Inland Northwest and Vitalant, Epicurean Delight is a formal cocktail party open to guests aged 21 and older. Epicurean Delight offers an evening of unlimited bites and sips from the finest local restaurants, wineries, breweries, cideries, and distilleries. Guests can also enjoy live entertainment, dancing, and awards. The event is a fundraiser in support of technology, education, and research grants for Vitalant, helping the community’s blood bank services stay cutting-edge. EpicureanDelight.org

November 5, 10am - Noon Meals on Wheels Spokane and Fairmount Memorial Association partner up to present the Race to Feed our Veterans 5k this Saturday at Fairmount’s Riverside Memorial Park. Enjoy a run across a beautiful tree-lined course in support of Meals on Wheels Spokane’s mission to ensure no senior veteran goes hungry. All ages and fitness levels are welcome, along with dogs. Run or walk the 5k across the park, then enjoy complimentary beer and chili offered at the finish line, all in support of local veterans! MOWSpokane.org

November 4 - 5 The Spokane Symphony and Spokane Symphony Chorale present A Sea Symphony, weaving whale recordings with the orchestra to deliver a unique homage to the planet’s largest creatures. Performed in front of video footage, the majesty of the sea will come to life on stage this weekend at the Fox Theater. Arrive early for a pre-concert lecture, then Behold, the Sea! FoxTheaterSpokane.org

November 4, 9am - 3pm The Post Falls Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting its sixth annual Holiday Craft Fair this Saturday, offering the chance to start your holiday shopping with a selection of unique, locally crafted gifts. With two shopping locations at Trailhead Event Center and Black Bay Depot, there are ample opportunities to shop! PostFalls.gov

November 4, 7pm As winter is quickly approaching, and all ages eagerly await ski season, it's time to pray for snow at the Sandpoint Pray For Snow Party this Saturday. Dress up in your retro ski gear, bring your goggles, and join others in helping bring on the snow! Pre-sale tickets are on sale now for $10 (+ taxes and fees). Day-of tickets will be $15 (+ taxes and fees). Schweitzer season pass holders can show their pass at the door to get in for $10. The party starts at 7pm and features live music from The RUB. The fun takes place at the Hive. EventBrite.com

November 3 - 5 Monster Jam is an “unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable motorsports experience,” sure to bring an adrenaline-filled weekend to Spokane Arena! World-champion athletes and their monster trucks will take to the dirt and compete in speed, skill, and more, this Friday through Sunday. SpokaneArena.com

October 28, 11am - 2pm Celebrate all the colors of fall at Finch Arboretum’s Fall Leaf Festival this Saturday. The annual event invites all ages to explore vendors, take photos, and play in the trees. Come early to enjoy free kettle corn, coffee or cocoa for the first guests to arrive, and engage with vendors all day who can help you connect with the community and the environment. This free, family-friendly event will be held rain or shine! Fall Leaf Festival Information

October 28, 6:30 - 10pm No-Li hosts Halloween in the Bier Hall this Saturday! Guests 18 and older are invited to enjoy free entry, music from DJ donuts, and small-batch, event-only pumpkin spice ale poured from an over 100-pound pumpkin from local Siemers Farm. Dress in your best costume for the chance to win a No-Li gift card! VisitSpokane.com

October 28 The annual Apple Palooza arrives in Downtown Coeur d’Alene this weekend. Tour downtown shops and taste apple treats, with bite-sized treat tastings available at participating downtown locations! With apple treats including cider, pie, caramel apples and many more, you can taste them all and vote for your favorite to win the Golden Apple award. Each ticket includes treat sampling at each location. While you’re enjoying the Apple Palooza, visit the Harvest Market, located between Front Street and Coeur d'Alene Avenue between 10am and 3pm. EventBrite.com

October 28 Visit River Park Square this Saturday afternoon for a spooky good time! Celebrate Halloween with the whole family at River Park Square, with friendly character meet-and-greets, activities, and more. Kid-friendly costumes are encouraged. RiverParkSquare.com