Basketball lovers in Spokane (and from around the world) hoop it up every last weekend in June for Hoopfest. This fun and highly anticipated festival was established in 1989 and is the largest 3-on-3 basketball tournament in the world. Participants can range from everyone from kids to NBA players. The event attracts more than 40,000 people every year.
The Spokane Convention Center is one of the city's crown jewels when it comes to arts and entertainment. The venue is home to both the Opera House and the Convention Center. This spacious structure always has a busy schedule of performances like plays, ballets as well as dramas, comedies and musicals. It is also the home of the Spokane Symphony. In addition to its artistic offerings, Spokane's economy is bolstered as several corporate conventions, trade shows and other business functions take place here, as well.
Fasteddies All Purpose Pub is aptly named. This is the perfect nightlife stop when you and your friends are either heading out for a fun evening or wanting a few drinks and some munchies after the game before you call it a night. The fact that Fasteddies is located across from the Spokane Convention Center virtually guarantees that the crowd from whatever big event is happening will drop in to this low key but charming little bar. And aside from featuring an impressive selection at the bar, their menu offers some very delicious choices like burgers, sandwiches, appetizers and lots more.