Events starting Dec. 23 in Spokane

$10

Comedy

A celebration of the show Seinfeld and a mockery of society itself, this comedy event that includes trivia, acting, grievances and culminates with the Feats of Strength. Proceeds benefit the Panida. 208-263-9191

Ben Joyce: Places

Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Continues through Jan. 4

Jundt Art Museum

200 E. Desmet Ave., Spokane Spokane - East

Free

Abstract topographical art by Spokane-based artist Ben Joyce representing certain locales that have played major roles in Joyce's life. Sept. 7-Jan. 4, Mon-Sat from 10 am-4 pm. 509-313-6843

It’s a Wonderful Life

Sat., Dec. 21, 7 p.m., Sun., Dec. 22, 4 & 7 p.m. and Mon., Dec. 23, 7 p.m.

The Kenworthy

508 S. Main St., Moscow Moscow/Pullman

$8

Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer

An angel is sent from Heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed. 208-882-4127

Mon., Dec. 23, 12 p.m. and Tue., Dec. 24, 12 p.m.

Garland Theater

924 W. Garland Ave., Spokane Spokane - North

Free

The reindeer with the incandescent nose guides Santa's sleigh through a bad storm on Christmas Eve. 509-327-1050

Ski with Santa

Mon., Dec. 23, 1-3:30 p.m. and Tue., Dec. 24, 1-3:30 p.m.

Schweitzer

10,000 Schweitzer Mountain Rd., Sandpoint Sandpoint

Sports & Outdoors

Hit the slopes with Santa and Mrs. Claus on Schweitzer's beginner and intermediate runs and take photos with the duo. See website for full two-day schedule. 208-263-9555

Frosty the Snowman

Mon., Dec. 23, 1:15 p.m. and Tue., Dec. 24, 1:15 p.m.

Garland Theater

924 W. Garland Ave., Spokane Spokane - North

Free

Lookout Pass Ski & Recreation Area

A discarded magic top hat brings to life the snowman that a group of children made, until a magician wants it back and the temperature starts to rise. 509-327-1050

Dress Like Santa Day

Mon., Dec. 23

I-90 Exit 0, Mullan Rural Idaho

Thai Cooking: Fresh and Fried Rolls

$20

Sports & Outdoors

Stop by the ticket window dressed in a full-on Santa suit or Mrs. Claus outfit and receive a lift ticket for $20. Costume must been quality standards. All Santas must participate in the Santa Downhill at 11:30 am. 208-744-1301

Mon., Dec. 23, 5:45-8:15 p.m.

The Kitchen Engine

621 W. Mallon Ave., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

$85

Food & Drink

Learn how to hand-roll fresh Thai Rolls and fry them to perfection. Then, master the art of cooking delicious chicken satay. 509-328-3335

Mon., Dec. 23, 7:30 p.m.

Garland Theater

924 W. Garland Ave., Spokane Spokane - North

$5

Comedy, Karaoke / Open Mic

Clark Griswold's hick cousin Eddie and his family show up unplanned and start living in their camper on the Griswold property. Even worse, Clark's employers renege on the holiday bonus he needs. 509-327-1050

Open Mic Monday

Second and Fourth Monday of every month, 7-9 p.m.

Lyyv Entertainment

8712 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley Spokane Valley

Free

Hosted by local comedian Anthony Singleton, this open mic welcomes artists and entertainers of all genres. Open to all ages. Every second and fourth Monday of the month from 7-9 pm. 509-557-3999

Elaine Cline, Linda Dailey & Gayle Havercroft

Through Dec. 31, 6 a.m.-6 p.m.

Indaba Coffee Roasters (Riverside)

518 W. Riverside Ave., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Free

Artists Elaine Cline, Linda Dailey and Gayle Havercroft showcase their art at Indaba. Dec. 6-31; daily from 6 am-6 pm. 509-325-0471

Julene Ewert

Mondays-Fridays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through Jan. 3

Moscow City Hall

206 E. Third St., Moscow Moscow/Pullman

Free

Amanda Leigh Evans & Tia Kramer: When The River Becomes A Cloud

Julene Ewert creates vibrant, colorful art featuring flowers and the natural world. Oct. 17-Jan. 3; Mon-Fri from 8 am-5 pm. 208-883-7000

Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through Feb. 7

EWU Gallery of Art

140 Art Building, Cheney Cheney

Free

Boswell Corner Gallery at NIC

DeepTime Collective, a collaboration between artists Amanda Leigh Evans and Tia Kramer, unearths how we understand ourselves within the interdependent constructs of time, place, community and landscape. 509-359-2494

Joshua Hobson

Fridays, 2:30 p.m. and Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Continues through Jan. 31

1000 W. Garden Ave., Building 22, Coeur d'Alene Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls

Free

Kindergarten Countdown Storytime

Joshua Hobson displays abstract photography. Nov. 12-Jan. 31; Mon-Thu from 10 am-4 pm, Fri from 10 am-2:30 pm. 208-769-3276

Mondays, 10-11 a.m. Continues through May 19

South Hill Library

3324 S. Perry St, Spokane Spokane - South

Free

Words

A weekly program consisting of stories, music, rhymes and interactive fun that help promote essential social-emotional, motor, language, literacy and math skills kids need to thrive in school. Ages 3-5. Sept. 9-May 19; Mon from 10-11 am. No program on Nov. 11, Dec. 23, 30, Jan 20 or Feb. 17. 509-444-5300

Whitworth Art & Design Department Faculty Exhibit

Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Continues through Jan. 24

Bryan Oliver Gallery

Whitworth, 300 W. Hawthorne Ave., Spokane Spokane - North

Free

An exhibit featuring art and work by Whitworth University faculty from the Art and Design department. Nov. 5-Jan. 24; Mon-Fri from 10 am-4:30 pm, Sat from 10 am-2 pm. 777-3258

Adam Blalock

Through Dec. 28, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Liberty Building

203 N. Washington St., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Free

Local Spokane artist Adam Blalock’s preferred subject matter is landscapes. He paints the long views at times when the lighting is the most luminous, capturing the bright glow and deep shadows of mornings and evenings. Dec.1-28, daily from 11 am-7 pm. 509-327-6920

Nicole Nutt Thomas

Through Dec. 28, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Pottery Place Plus

203 N. Washington St., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Free

Tiera May, Brian Deemy & Hannah Charlton

Nicole is a mixed media artist who blends the art of embroidery with the vibrant world of painting. Her creations are a celebration of the natural world, with a particular focus on flowers. Dec. 1-28; daily from 11 am-7 pm. 509-327-6920

Through Dec. 30, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Entropy

101 N. Stevens St., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Free

Wonder of Structure: Explorations of Science, Architecture, and Abstraction

Tiera May and Brian Deemy both create eclectic, occult artwork. Hannah Charlton creates illuminated manuscripts. Dec. 6-29, daily from 11 am-6 pm. 509-414-3226

Mondays-Fridays. Continues through Dec. 27

Chase Gallery

808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Free

John J. deRoulet: Remnant

A group exhibition inviting viewers to explore the dynamic intersections of science, architecture, and abstraction through the works of four distinguished local artists: Lynn Hanley, Laura Kaschmitter, Seth Collier and Tarra Hall. Nov. 1-Dec. 27, Mon-Fri from 8 am-5pm. 509-321-9416

Through Dec. 29

Kolva-Sullivan Gallery

115 S. Adams St., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Free

Liberty Lake Winter Glow Spectacular

Rich and evocative oil painting by Spokane artist John J. deRoulet. Dec. 6-29, by appointment. 509-458-5517

Through Jan. 1, 2025

Orchard Park

20298 E. Indiana Ave., Liberty Lake Liberty Lake

Free

Community

A holiday light show featuring various installations and displays. Nov. 23-Jan. 1, daily.

Elf Village

Through Jan. 5, 2025

Medical Lake

n/a, Medical Lake Rural Eastern WA

Free

Community

Visit and explore a whimsical elf village display. Nov. 23-Jan. 5, daily.

Miracle

Through Dec. 31, 3 p.m.-2 a.m.

Volstead Act

12 N. Post St., Spokane Spokane - Downtown

Food & Drink

A Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar serving themed cocktails and featuring kitschy decor. Nov. 18-Dec. 31, daily from 3 pm-2 am. 509-808-2516

S'mores by the Shores

Through Dec. 31, 3:30-9 p.m.

The Coeur d'Alene Resort

115 S. Second, Coeur d'Alene Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls

Journey to the North Pole Cruises

$10

Food & Drink

Gather around lakeside fire pits, and indulge in a nostalgic treat under the stars. Nov. 18-Dec. 31, daily from 3:30-9 pm. 208-292-5678

Through Jan. 1, 2025, 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 & 7:30 p.m.

The Coeur d'Alene Resort

115 S. Second, Coeur d'Alene Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls