Knitting Factory Concert House offers some of the best concerts in Spokane. You can hear local bands and even national acclaimed bands have performed at the Knitting Factory and you can rent the location for private events. The Knitting Factory Concert House also encompasses Alterknit Lounge; entrance on West 1st street. The lounge has Karaoke on Wednesday nights and the lounge has great DJs.

Originally opened in 1931, the Martin Woldson Theater has recently been restored to its historic beauty. The theater's decor is simple with a hint of art deco. The theater seats around 1600 people and has a wide range of programing.

Bluefish is known for its seafood and sushi, but if you don't like seafood you can have a steak. You'll feel like you're under the sea since the restaurant has blue lighting and tanks filled with fish. Bluefish is also a martini bar, where you can have a cocktail or a glass of wine and enjoy the contemporary setting.

Formerly the Spokane Opera House, the INB Performing Arts Center is one of the best performing arts venues in the area. It seats 2700 people and has good acoustics. This venue has been used by concerts and theater, including Phantom of the Opera and The Lion King.

Spokane Civic Theatre is one of the oldest community theaters in Spokane. The theater has two stages, where the main stage holds 339 people and the Studio theater holds 96 people. Local actors perform international and local plays. The theater also offers theater classes for people of all ages.

Interplayers Theater is a professional theater in Spokane. The theater was founded in 1980 and showcases interesting plays. The actors are usually talented locals and the theater has produced around 50 Pacific Northwest premieres. The theater has produced such plays as Waiting for Godot, Woman in Black and Driving Miss Daisy.

Near the always popular Riverfront Park, River Park Square is a local hot spot for shopping and entertainment. In addition to department stores like Macy's and Nordstrom, check out some of the more unique stores like Made in Washington, where you can find many locally made products. If you're in the mood for some cinematic entertainment, AMC Riverpark Square 20 plays all of the newest blockbusters.

Chocolate Apothecary boasts some of Spokane's most delectable products. Delighting the palates of locals and visitors for many years, the store is located in the historic Flour Mill, across the street from the Spokane Veteran Memorial Arena. They also feature a small cafe where patrons can stay awhile to taste all of the eye-catching treats. Don't miss their fantastic hot chocolate!

Here is Spokane's go-to place if you are looking for both a decent cup of coffee and a place to pick up a gift, or something pretty for the house. Atticus serves great coffee and a range of tasty snacks - the ambiance is pleasing and relaxed, and there is outdoor seating - perfect for balmy summer days. Free wi-fi is available. The gift shop has a range of oddities, both local and international, and is always worth a browse.

At the NorthTown mall, all your conventional shopping prayers are answered - it is a mecca of mall goodness, replete with Victoria's Secret, Macy's, Kohl's, JC Penney's and countless more. There is also a host of cafes and restaurants for when you're all shopped out; indulge in some sugary goodness from Cinnabon, or grab some Chinese food in Flaming Wok. There is an on-site Regal Cinema showing the latest blockbusters - perfect for a family day out.