December 2025

Ski slopes, skating, and holiday fun By the Like Media Team Snowy Adventures in Spokane Mount Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park Riverfront Park Ice Ribbon Bear Creek Lodge Sledding Hill Ski Lookout Pass 49° North Mountain Resort Hit the Slopes Mount Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park Just 28 miles from downtown, Mount Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park is one of the region’s most convenient winter destinations. With more than 1,700 acres of terrain and a vertical drop of over 2,000 feet, it o

Now through December 20th The 2025 Night Market Winter Festival runs now through December 20, bringing holiday magic to Kendall Yards. Explore local vendors offering festive gifts inside a heated event tent and Santa’s Grotto, where Santa may be available to greet families. Enjoy holiday music, meet two of Santa’s reindeer, and sip hot chocolate or coffee as you browse. Each Saturday ends with fireworks over Kendall Yards. Check the event calendar for daily activities and vis

December 2 - 14 Spokane Symphony’s Christmas Tree Elegance returns December 2–14, offering one of Spokane’s most anticipated holiday traditions. Presented by Spokane Symphony Associates, this 13-day fundraiser fills the Historic Davenport Hotel and River Park Square with stunning themed Christmas trees valued up to $4,999 in decorations and prizes. More than 100,000 people attend each year, enjoying the festive displays and participating in the raffle that supports the Sympho

Servings:  8–10 Prep Time:  20 minutes (plus 2 hours resting time) Cook Time:  2 hours Rest Time:  30 minutes Total Time:  ~4 hours 30 minutes Ingredients For the Prime Rib 1 (5–6 lb) bone-in prime rib roast (2–3 ribs) 2 tablespoons olive oil 6 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, adds subtle tang) Optional for Serv

Shop local treasures, stay cozy, and celebrate the season By the Like Media Team Spokane sparkles in December, with streets glowing under holiday lights and businesses bustling with seasonal cheer. Whether you’re searching for unique gifts, planning a cozy stay, or making the most of winter adventures, Spokane delivers a holiday season filled with warmth and wonder. From boutique shops to historic hotels and family-friendly activities, here’s how to shop, stay, and play in th

Local strategies to strengthen body and mind during winter By Like Media Team Winter brings snow-dusted mornings, cozy evenings, and a pace of life that feels both calm and demanding. While the season has its beauty, it also challenges the body with shorter days, colder temperatures, and a greater risk of colds and flu. Staying well through these months takes more than luck—it takes intention. Across the Inland Northwest, health-minded residents are turning to natural booster

Winter Fun Returns to Downtown Spokane By Taylor Shillam Winter has settled into downtown Spokane, bringing with it the return of a cherished community tradition: ice skating at the Numerica Skate Ribbon. Nestled in the heart of Riverfront Park, the ribbon winds through sparkling lights and snowy trees, inviting families, couples, and friends to share in the joy of the season.  “For many families, a visit to the Numerica Skate Ribbon has become a holiday tradition,” says Aman

Discover Spokane’s festive charm through cozy corners and community gatherings By Like Media Team December in Spokane is all about contrast—the shimmer of lights against snowy streets, the hush of winter mornings followed by the laughter of holiday crowds. It’s the time of year when the city transforms into a glowing landscape of tradition, community, and wonder. From the heart of Riverfront Park to hillside orchards and neighborhood trails, Spokane shines in its own winter w