Last week, the City and partners broke ground on the future Spokane Valley Cross Course, a premier venue opening in the fall of 2025 designed to host every level of cross country competition. The venue will be located within a new 62-acre public park along the scenic Spokane River. The Cross Course is a collaborative partnership between the City of Spokane Valley, Spokane Sports and the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission. This new sports venue will promote the City as a destination for outdoor recreation and boost the local economy through sports tourism.
Spokane Valley parks have now been winterized for the fall and winter seasons. While parks are open for enjoyment year-round, be aware that between mid-October and mid-April, drinking fountains and splash pads are turned off, park restrooms are closed and park hours have changed.
As a reminder:
- Park hours are 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Oct. 16 to April 14)
- Park facilities may be used on a first-come, first-served basis
- Shelters and ball fields are available to reserve from April 15 to Oct 15
- Reservations for park facilities will begin again on Jan. 2, 2025
In recognition of National Arts Month, join the City and Spokane Valley Arts Council for a ribbon cutting ceremony of the city’s latest public art installations on Monday, Oct. 28 at 2:30 p.m. The event will feature The Ascent by Gary Lee Price located at Balfour Park and Indomitable Spirit by Jerry McKellar located at University Trailhead. The event takes place at Balfour Park, 105 N. Balfour Road, at The Ascent sculpture situated next to the main walkway between the library parking lot and the Veterans Memorial.
The Spokane Valley Heritage Museum is hosting its 20th annual Heritage Program, “On a Wing and a Prayer: The History of Felts Field.” The event will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, at CenterPlace Regional Event Center. The $25 fee includes a presentation, refreshments, silent auction, raffles and more.
Visit the Spokane Valley Heritage Museum at 12114 E. Sprague Avenue on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The museum is hosting an American Revolution Experience through Oct. 27.
Pet waste can contain harmful bacteria, parasites, or viruses, which rainwater can wash into our storm drains and flow into our waterways like the Spokane River. This is harmful to people, especially children, animals and stormwater. Please be a good neighbor and protect yourself, others and our stormwater by always picking up after your pet. For your convenience, Spokane Valley's parks and trails provide pet waste stations with bags and waste receptacles.
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