Spokane Calendar

Today

Summer Concert Series – featuring contemporary and classical music by the Spokane Falls Community Band, 6-8 p.m., in Coeur d’Alene Park, Second and Chestnut in Browne’s Addition. Concertgoers may bring a blanket and picnic; no alcohol will be allowed. The free concerts will continue each Thursday through August; (509) 747-2853.

Upcoming

Spokane Coeur d’Alene Opera – A free outdoor opera performance with a special appearance by Ballet Spokane, 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First. Attendees may bring blankets, chairs and picnics; (509) 363-5330.

Hillyard Hi-Jinks – The annual festival begins at 11 a.m. Friday at Harmon-Sharpley Park, Market and Bismark, and continues through Sunday. It includes vendors, bingo, carnival games, entertainment and a beer garden. The parade begins at 10 a.m. Saturday; (509) 489-1122.

Spokane Highland Games – The annual Celtic festival will include competitions, entertainment, vendors, historical demonstrations and activities for children, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday at the Spokane Fair and Expo Center, Broadway and Havana. Cost is $8 adults, $6 seniors and youth, $3 children ages 4-10 and free for children under 4; (509) 922-3661 or visit www.spokanehighlandgames.org.

Electric Fun Fly – The Inland Empire Soaring Society invites anyone with an electric model plane to join the Bill Weirauch Memorial flying competition, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Mt. Spokane High School, 6015 E. Mount Spokane Park Drive. AMA or MAAC membership is required to fly, plus a $5 fee. Open to public. (509) 292-2690.