Entertainment

1 Millwood WinterFest 2025 – Features local vendors, treats, live entertainment and community spirit as Millwood shines bright for the holidays. 4-7 p.m. Friday. 3301 N. Argonne Road, Millwood. Admission: Free.

Sparks flew last year at Christmas Tree Elegance when a group of iron and steel fabricators worked together to create a glittering tree. They named it “When Sparks Fly” and the prize package included a custom-built outdoor swing and fireplace.

After a brief stint in the Upside Down with some technical issues, Netflix’s “Stranger Things” Season 5 is officially out.

1 The Festival of Fair Trade’s Global Holiday Market – A celebration of community, culture and connection. Stroll through North America’s longest-running fair trade market and discover handcrafted gifts and treasures from Nepal, Guatemala, Chile and over 40 countries around the world. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Community Building, 35 W. Main Ave. Admission: Free.

Dolly Parton has been forced to miss another event as she continues to grapple with health challenges.

1 Custer’s 49th Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Show – Features over 250 Artisans from across the Northwest displaying and selling their fine art, hand crafts and specialty foods. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday Nov. 23. Spokane Fair & Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. Admission: $9 single day, $11 3-day pass. Free parking.

1 Palouse Fall Craft Fair – A craft fair featuring handmade goods, vintage treasures and more. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. Palouse Community Center, 230 E. Main St. Palouse. Admission: Free.

David Ball of Soft Cell, whose delectably sleazy synth-pop arrangement drove that English duo's 1981 hit "Tainted Love" to the top of the U.K. singles chart, died Wednesday. He was 66. The producer's death was announced in a post on Soft Cell's website, which didn't state a cause but said that Ball died at his home in London. On Facebook, the duo's singer, Marc Almond, wrote that Ball's health ...

Netflix said Thursday that the final episode of its hit series "Stranger Things" will be shown in select movie theaters and released on Netflix at the same time on New Year's Eve. The move marks the latest effort by the streaming giant to experiment with theatrical releases of its popular titles. The two-hour episode will cap the end to the long-running sci-fi horror series that first streamed ...

1 2025 Mt. Spokane Ski Patrol Ski Swap – The region’s largest winter sports equipment and clothing event featuring thousands of new and used winter sports items sold by individuals and area sports stores. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon Sunday. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. Admission: $5; children 12 and under are free

The bad news: Lilac City Live, the Spokane Public Library’s late-night, locally focused talk show, is coming to an end with one final show on Thursday.

1 Cheney Farmers Market Fall Fest – Live music from Mason Van Stone, a free kid's pumpkin painting (while supplies last), free carnival games, giveaways and over 40 vendors. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. Veteran's Memorial Park, 612 Fourth St., Cheney. Admission: Free.

1 2nd Friday ArtWalk – 2nd Friday ArtWalk features local live music, art demonstrations and galleries in downtown Coeur d’Alene every second Friday of the month year-round. 5-8 p.m. Friday. Admission: Free.

A comedian with three Netflix specials and several late-night talk show appearances will return to the Spokane stage next summer.

1 Millwood Daze – An annual community celebration featuring a car show, a street fair, a 5K, pancake breakfast and a parade. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Kids and pet parade at noon. Saturday. Bottles, 3223 N. Argonne Road, Millwood. Admission: Free.