Fall into Fun This Season in Spokane

Scenic trails, harvest fun, and events to enjoy

By Like Media Team

Fall in Spokane has a way of slowing things down in the best possible way. The air turns crisp, the trees trade their greens for deep golds and reds, and the whole city feels like it’s wrapped in a warm, cozy blanket. It’s the season for wandering through colorful parks, grabbing a cider at a local farm, or catching a show downtown. Whether you’re here for the scenery, the flavors, or just a change of pace, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy autumn in Spokane.

Scenic Spots Worth Exploring

Spokane’s autumn palette is unmatched—make time for these must-see locales:

• Centennial Trail

• Finch Arboretum

• Green Bluff

• Iller Creek Trail

• Manito Park & Boulevard

• Riverfront Park

  
  

A Tree-Lover’s Paradise: Finch Arboretum

This 65-acre botanical garden boasts over 2,000 clearly labeled ornamental trees and shrubs, including native species. Founded in 1912, Finch Arboretum is perfect for a self-guided stroll amid vibrant fall colors.

Autumn Adventures Just North: Green Bluff

Green Bluff’s charming family farms come alive in fall with apple picking, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, live music, and local fare. The late September to early October window is ideal for leaf-peeping and seasonal fun.

Golf Courses Still Swinging in Fall 2025

Fall is a great time to catch a round—these Spokane-area courses are known for their scenic layouts and fall access:

• Indian Canyon Golf Course

• The Creek at Qualchan

• Esmeralda Golf Course

• Downriver Golf Course

• Liberty Lake Golf Course

• Latah Creek Golf Course

• MeadowWood Golf Course

• Wandermere Golf Course

• Manito Golf & Country Club

• Pine Acres Par 3 Golf Course
  

Live Entertainment, Festivals & Fall Events

Spokane remains lively in fall with cultural and seasonal happenings:

• Fall Fest 2025 at Riverfront Park (early October, first Saturday) with a downtown pumpkin patch, art showcase, and family-friendly activities.

• Concerts, theater, and comedy at:

  • First Interstate Center for the Arts

  • Fox Theater

  • Blue Door Theatre

  • The Knitting Factory

  • Spokane Arena

  • Spokane Civic Theatre

  • Spokane Comedy Club

  • Northern Quest Resort & Casino
    

Hiking & Biking Trails: Crisp Air, Colorful Scenery For active explorers, fall is ideal on these trails:

• Rimrock Drive at Palisades Park – 1–7 miles, easy

• Liberty Lake Loop – 8-mile loop, moderate

• Mt. Kit Carson Trail at Mt. Spokane Park – 7 miles one way, moderate to difficult

• Deep Creek Canyon at Riverside State Park – 5 miles round trip, moderate

• Beacon Hill at Shields Park – 2–5 miles, moderate

• Bowl & Pitcher in Riverside State Park – scenic loop options

• Centennial Trail – excellent for biking alongside fall-colored riverbanks
  

However you choose to spend it, fall in Spokane is about soaking up the little moments—watching leaves drift across the Centennial Trail, sharing a laugh at a local comedy club, or tasting the season’s best at a Green Bluff orchard. Bundle up, bring your camera, and make this autumn one to remember. Spokane will be ready for you.

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