What’s happening

The Lantern Fest Join other revelers bearing lanterns representing their hopes, regrets or transgressions and set them aloft. Each ticket grants you admission, a lantern, a lighter and a sticker. Participants 16 and older are required to register. Each registrant will receive their own lantern as well as some other goodies. Participants 15 years and younger are free of charge and may be spectators, but may not be involved in lantern lighting. Gates open at 3 p.m. Lanterns will fly when the sun goes down. Saturday, Stateline Speedway, 1349 N. Beck Road, Post Falls. $30/general, $35/late registration, $40/day of event.

Lilac City Comicon Ninth annual comic book and pop culture show. Formerly known as the Spokane Comicon, this all-ages event features professional guests from the comic industry; vendors selling comics, toys and collectibles; local artists; costume contest; gaming; exclusives; panels; freebies; and more. Guests include Steve Cardena (“Mighty Morphin Power Rangers”), Marvel artists David Marquz (“Spider-Man”) and Scott Koblish (“Deadpool”), and Spokane native Mark Rahner, writer for “Rotten.” Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $12/adults, $5/ages 5-12, free/age four and younger, $20/VIP. (800) 325-SEAT.

Upscale Sale Gently used items and treasures to include artwork, jewelry, books, furniture and household décor (including dining sets, patio furniture, mirrors and rugs), china and glass, table linens, and designer and vintage clothing. Donated items are accepted. All proceeds will be donated to the Spokane Symphony. Hours are today and Saturday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 2420 E. 29th Ave. (corner of 29th Avenue and Southeast Boulevard). Free admission. (509) 990-6418.

Volume Today and Saturday Two-day music festival held in downtown Spokane to benefit Spokane Humane Society. Featuring 90 bands playing in eight venues. Visit http://volume.inlander.com/. $20/advance. (509) 467-5235.

Floods, Flowers and Feathers Spring Nature Festival Learn about the wildlife, habitats and geology of the channeled scablands landscape. Nature hikes, tours, kids’ activities and informational booths will make for a wonderful spring day outdoors. Some activities require reservations. Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge, 26010 S. Smith Road. Free entrance to the refuge and to festival events. (509) 235-4723.

John Roskelley Presents: Paddling the Columbia After paddling all 1,200 miles of the Columbia River from source to sea, Roskelley published the guidebook “Paddling the Columbia.” Roskelley will share stories from his excursions, plus provide a slide show and presentation. Free admission for members of Lake Pend Oreille Waterkeeper; plus, MickDuff’s will donate $2.50 to LPOW from every pint sold. Sign up for a membership at the door, or purchase online. Thursday, 6:30 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewing Co. Beer Hall, 220 Cedar Street, Sandpoint. Free with LPOW Membership ($25). (208) 597-7188.

Artist Showcase Art Auction Ninth annual event to benefit the nonprofit Spokane Valley Arts Council. Quick Finish demonstrations, 5-6:30 p.m.; live auction starts at 6:30 p.m. Wine, food and music. Dinner buffet with carving station. Purchase tickets at www.SpokaneValleyArts.org. 5 p.m. Saturday, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. $50, includes SVAC membership for a year. (509) 747-0812.

Fire on the Runway 2015 Fifth annual charity fashion event featuring more than 40 local firefighters and models heating up the runway in outfits from area boutiques. Must be 21 or older to attend. Beginning at 7 p.m., enjoy some light appetizers and wine for a social hour and vendor show time. The runway show will start at 8 p.m. Post-runway celebration from 9:30-11:30 p.m. Benefits the American Red Cross Greater Inland Northwest Chapter. Saturday, Lincoln Center, 1316 N. Lincoln St. $50/general, $75/VIP. (509) 321-6055.

“Antiques Roadshow” Meet the Appraisers Reception Meet and mingle with “Antiques Roadshow appraisers. Hear from Marsha Bemko, executive producer of the show. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, wines, craft beers and behind-the-scenes tours of the historic Fox theater. No items will be appraised at the reception. You do not need tickets to the roadshow to attend the reception. Benefits KSPS. June 5, 6:45 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $50. (509) 443-7700.