Spokane7: What’s happening

Fri., Sept. 25, 2015

Southeast Spokane County Fair Celebrating the 71st year with “Farming Roots and Dusty Boots.” Community fair with exhibits, entertainment, animals, vendors, food, carnival, parade and more. Today, noon-8 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Rockford Town Park, 100 S. First St. (Highway 278, off Highway 27), Rockford. Free admission. (509) 291-3908.

Riverfront Park Attractions Looff Carrousel & Gift Shop, Spokane Falls SkyRide and Tour Train open daily, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., through Oct. 4. Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. (509) 625-6600.

Valleyfest The three-day event provides entertainment for the entire family. Tonight’s events: 5 p.m., Pre-parade rally and cruise with Spokane Hot Rod Association at Ron’s Drive-in; 6:30 p.m., Lions Club Bed Races in front of Appleway Florist; 7:30 p.m., Hearts of Gold Parade beginning at University Road and traveling east on Sprague to Pines Road. Park booths will be open Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Mirabeau Meadows Park, 13500 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 922-3299.

Republic’s Second Annual Bass, Bands, BBQ and Brews Today-Sunday. Half-marathon, fishing, music from Rust On the Rails and the Steve Starkey Band, barbecue and handcrafted brew. Black Beach Resort, Curlew Lake (8 miles north of Republic), Republic. $100/bass tournament; $65/half-marathon. (509) 263-1525.

Spokane Arena 20th Anniversary Self-guided tours, interactive photo opportunities, chance to throw a football around on the Spokane Shock field, prize giveaways and more. “Z Nation” will be filming a hockey scene, so Chiefs fans can come dressed accordingly (check in at guest services from 5 to 6 p.m.). Today, 5-8 p.m., Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. Free. (509) 279-7108.

Jay Owenhouse “The Authentic Illusionist” You’ll see audience members float in mid-air, get sawed in half and predict the future. The show also features his new Bengal tigers Shekinah and Sheena. Today, 7:30 p.m., INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $29-$72. (800) 325-SEAT.

Washington State Chinese Lantern Festival Spokane Saturday-Nov. 1. Five-week celebration of Chinese culture featuring massive lanterns. The Lantern Festival features nightly cultural performances and demonstrations and children’s activities. Chef Jeremy Hanson and a slate of local guest chefs will host a culinary tour of China. Evening sessions held daily and day sessions (weekends before 4 p.m.) held Saturdays and Sundays. Senior Nights are Mondays and Tuesdays. Festival hours are Sundays-Thursdays, 5-10 p.m.; Fridays-Saturdays, 5-11 p.m.; and daytime Saturdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Visit www.spokanelanternfestival.com/. Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. Evenings: $17/general, $12/age 12 and younger; day sessions: $9/general, $7/age 12 and younger; $60/festival pass. (800) 325-SEAT.

Crafted Oktoberfest Live music, authentic German cuisine, Oktoberfest beers and fun for the whole family. Saturday, Crafted Tap House, 523 Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 292-4813.

Food Truck Blues & Brews Festival Food trucks, cider houses and breweries get together to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters with music with Charlie Butts & The Filter Tips and The Fat Tones. Sunday, noon, Steam Plant, outdoor lot, 127 S. Lincoln St. $10-$25. (509) 777-3900.

Fall Festival of Homes The Spokane Home Builders Association presents the annual event featuring 30 newly constructed homes from 18 Spokane builders. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit www.SpokaneFestivalofHomes.com for more information. Today through Sunday, and Oct. 2-4. Free. (509) 532-4990.

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