The Spokane Real

Not sure what to do around Spokane this weekend? I've got you covered. 👇

From local festivals and live music to family-friendly activities and community events, there's plenty happening around town over the next few days.

Whether you're looking to get outside, explore something new, or just keep the kids busy, here's a quick roundup of what's going on this week.

Which event are you planning to check out? Let me know in the comments.

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📊 June 2026 Spokane Market Update

Here are the latest median sales prices across some of Spokane County's most active markets:

🥇 Nine Mile Falls — $590,000
🥈 Veradale — $586,250
🥉 Mead — $552,500
🏡 Medical Lake — $530,000
🌲 Colbert — $495,500
📍 Spokane Valley — $440,000
🏙️ Spokane — $432,498
🌾 Deer Park — $397,575
✈️ Airway Heights — $364,900

One thing continues to stand out:

Buyers are still placing a premium on space, privacy, and lifestyle-driven communities.

At the same time, areas like Airway Heights, Deer Park, and Spokane continue offering more affordability relative to some of the county's higher-priced submarkets.

And that's why Spokane isn't one market.

It's a collection of very different neighborhoods and communities, each moving at its own pace.

👇 If you had to choose one area to live in, which would it be?

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🛒 A new international grocery store is now open in Spokane Valley.

Spice Market recently opened its doors, bringing authentic Indian groceries and specialty products from across Asia to the Inland Northwest.

📍5320 E Sprague Ave
📍Near Costco & the Spokane County Fairgrounds

Inside you'll find:

🌶️ Imported spices
🫘 Lentils & pantry staples
🍬 Traditional sweets & snacks
🥤 Specialty drinks
🥬 Fresh produce
🧊 Frozen & refrigerated foods
🥘 Authentic ingredients for home cooking

And honestly, this is about more than groceries.

It's another sign of Spokane's growing diversity and expanding food culture.

The more unique businesses we attract, the more vibrant and connected our community becomes.

👇 What's a food or grocery concept you'd love to see come to Spokane next?

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🐟 Spokane's newest fish and chips spot is officially open — and they're already selling out.

Twiggy's Fish & Chips recently started its soft opening on Ash Street and the response has been huge.

📍 North Ash Street

What people are talking about:

🐟 Massive cod portions
🇬🇧 Authentic British recipes
🥔 Traditional fish & chips
🍛 Curry sauce
🫛 Mushy peas
🌭 Sausage & chips
🍗 Chicken & chips

What makes this spot unique is that the owner grew up in Manchester, England and brought authentic British chip shop flavors to Spokane.

And honestly, that's something we don't see very often.

If you're planning to stop by:

⏳ Expect a wait
🔥 They're still in soft opening mode
🍽️ Some days have already sold out completely

👇 What's your favorite comfort food: Fish & Chips, Pizza, Burgers, or Tacos?

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🍺 One of Spokane Valley's favorite breweries is getting a major upgrade.

Yaya Brewing Company recently announced plans for a 5,500-square-foot expansion that will transform the space into much more than a traditional taproom.

Planned additions include:

🎮 Retro arcade games
🎤 Concerts & comedy shows
🎉 Private event space
🍕 Expanded food offerings
🍦 Ice cream & dessert options
🕹️ Free gaming areas
🍻 Larger taproom experience

And honestly, this feels less like a brewery expansion and more like the creation of a new entertainment destination.

As Spokane continues growing, we're seeing more businesses invest in experiences that bring people together and give them a reason to stay longer.

Yaya looks like it's leaning all the way into that idea.

👇 What would get you there first: the arcade, the pizza, or the beer?

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Original article: Inland northwest business watch

Spokane just got its first Egyptian restaurant.

Feteers officially opened on Northwest Boulevard, bringing authentic Egyptian flavors to the city just ahead of Spokane welcoming Team Egypt this summer.

📍 Northwest Blvd

What you'll find:

🥙 Authentic Egyptian-style feteers
🥩 Savory options with meat, cheese, and vegetables
🍫 Sweet varieties including Dubai chocolate
✨ Family recipes and Egyptian food traditions

The timing of this opening is pretty interesting too.

With Team Egypt coming to Spokane this summer, locals now have a new way to experience a small part of Egyptian culture before they even arrive.

And honestly, Spokane's food scene keeps getting more diverse and more interesting.

👇 Would you try this?

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🍴 End of an era on Spokane’s South Hill.

After 20 years, Twigs Bistro’s South Hill location officially announced it will be closing.

For many Spokane residents, this was more than just a restaurant.

It was:

🍸 Happy hours after work
🎉 Birthday dinners
🤝 Business lunches
❤️ Date nights
👨‍👩‍👧 A familiar neighborhood gathering place

In their announcement, the owners described Twigs as a place where friendships grew and memories were made over the years.

And honestly, that is probably why closures like this feel personal for so many people.

Spokane’s food scene continues evolving quickly right now, with longtime staples changing while new businesses continue opening across the city.

👇 What’s your favorite memory at Twigs?

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🏒 Spokane Valley just approved a massive new recreation project.

City Council officially voted to approve the land lease for a new $44 million ice arena planned near Sullivan Park.

Here’s what’s planned:

🏒 Two ice rinks
🏟️ Grandstands + concessions
⛸️ Locker rooms + skate rentals
🏨 Future hotel + commercial development
👨‍👩‍👧 Community-focused youth programs

But this project feels bigger than hockey.

Large-scale recreation developments like this usually signal long-term confidence in an area’s growth, tourism potential, and economic future.

And Spokane Valley continues seeing major investment across housing, retail, industrial, and now sports infrastructure.

The arena is expected to open next year.

👇 Would you like to see Spokane attract more projects like this?

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Disclaimer: Photos used are AI generated, no official rendering or architect perspective released yet.