Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips

Our Moving to Spokane Guide covers everything you need to know before making the move. From neighborhood breakdowns and housing costs to schools, outdoor recreation, and lifestyle tips, this guide is your all-in-one resource for relocating to one of the Pacific Northwest’s fastest-growing cities. Whether you're a first-time visitor or planning a permanent move, get the insider info to help you feel right at home in Spokane.

Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Resources for Spokane Residents Displaced by the Wildfires Resources for Spokane Residents Displaced by the Wildfires Like so many of you, I’ve spent the past several days watching the wildfires with a heavy heart. Spokane isn’t just where I work—it’s my home. Seeing families evacuate with little notice and face so much uncertainty has been heartbreaking. As I’ve been gathering resources to share, […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Spotted Acres Farm: More Than ‘Just’ Bread Spotted Acres Farm: More Than ‘Just’ Bread If you’ve ever wished you could skip the grocery store and fill your kitchen with handcrafted food made by local farmers, Spotted Acres Farm deserves a place on your radar. Known for their incredible organic sourdough breads and baked goods, Spotted Acres Farm has built a loyal following […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Feast World Kitchen: One of Spokane’s Most Meaningful Dining Experiences Feast World Kitchen: One of Spokane’s Most Meaningful Dining Experiences Some restaurants are worth visiting for the food alone. Others leave a lasting impression because of the people behind every meal. Feast World Kitchen is one of the rare places that offers both. Located just west of downtown Spokane, Feast World Kitchen is a nonprofit […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Spokane Hot Box, Spokane’s Coolest New Way to Hang Out Spokane’s Coolest New Way to Hang Out Looking for something different to do with friends? Spokane Hot Box is putting a fun twist on a day out by combining a traditional wood-fired sauna with an invigorating cold plunge in private sessions you can enjoy together. Instead of grabbing coffee, why not challenge your friends to […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Zap Lab Fun is Bringing Hands-On Engineering to Spokane’s NorthTown Mall Get Ready to Build! Zap Lab Fun is Bringing Hands-On Engineering to Spokane’s NorthTown Mall There is a fresh reason for Spokane parents and young builders to get excited: Zap Lab Fun (also known simply as Zap Lab) is officially getting ready to open its doors! If you’ve been walking through the second floor of […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips This Week’s Meal Plan: Five Easy Dinners to Simplify Your Week One of the hardest parts of the day is figuring out what’s for dinner. That’s why every Monday I’ll share five easy meals to help make your week a little simpler. Just click the recipe title to jump straight to the full recipe. Monday: Instant Pot Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Creamy, comforting, and ready […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Easy Cedar Plank Salmon on the Grill: The Ultimate Pacific Northwest Summer Dinner Easy Cedar Plank Salmon on the Grill: The Ultimate Pacific Northwest Summer Dinner When warm summer evenings roll into the Inland Northwest, firing up the patio grill is the best way to cook dinner. This Grilled Lemon Herb Cedar Plank Salmon is one of my absolute favorite summer meals. Cooking salmon on a soaked cedar […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Summer Crock Pot BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders: Keep the Kitchen Cool This Summer When summer temperatures rise across Spokane, Liberty Lake, and the Valley, turning on a hot oven is the last thing you want to do. Cracking open the oven door can quickly warm up the whole main level of your home, forcing your […]
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Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Stuffed on the Bluff Could Become Green Bluff’s New Labor Day Tradition Stuffed on the Bluff Could Become Green Bluff’s New Labor Day Tradition Looking for the ultimate way to spend Labor Day Weekend? Beck’s Harvest House and the Greater Spokane Food Trucks Association have teamed up to introduce Stuffed on the Bluff, a brand-new, three-day food and live music festival celebrating the best local flavors and […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips The best compliments I can receive are your referrals! The best compliments I can receive are your referrals. If you know a friend, family member, or coworker who’s thinking about buying or selling a home, I’d be honored to help. Thank you for your trust, your support, and for sharing my name with the people you care about most. I’m never too busy to […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Football Is Back: Why Eastern Washington’s Season Starts with a Must-Win Mindset Football Is Back: Why Eastern Washington’s Season Starts with a Must-Win Mindset Football season is almost here, and excitement is building in Cheney. This year carries a different feel for Eastern Washington University. Instead of easing into the schedule with a nonconference game, the Eagles will open the 2026 season with a matchup that immediately […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Spokane’s Best Splash Pads: Soak Up the Rest of Summer Spokane’s Best Splash Pads: Soak Up the Rest of Summer Summer always seems to fly by in Spokane. One minute we’re celebrating the Fourth of July, and the next we’re wondering how school can possibly be right around the corner. But we’re not done yet. There are still plenty of warm afternoons ahead, and Spokane’s […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips A New Destination for Local Shopping in Nine Mile Falls Nine Mile Mercantile Is Opening August 15th— A New Destination for Local Shopping in Nine Mile Falls If you’ve been looking for a place where you can shop local, support small businesses, and discover unique treasures all under one roof, you’ll want to mark your calendar. Nine Mile Mercantile is celebrating its Grand Opening on […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Live Concerts Coming to Spokane Live Concerts Coming to Spokane: The Biggest Shows You Won’t Want to Miss One of the best parts about living in the Inland Northwest is that nationally touring artists regularly make stops right here in Spokane and North Idaho. Whether you’re planning a date night, a family outing, or a weekend with friends, these are […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Free Symphony Concerts Are Coming to Spokane Free Symphony Concerts Are Coming to Spokane—And They’re Better Than You Might Expect If you’ve never experienced the Spokane Symphony, this is your chance. This Labor Day weekend, the Spokane Symphony is offering two free outdoor concerts, making it one of the easiest—and most enjoyable—ways to experience live orchestral music with family and friends. Pack […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Think you’ve seen everything a farmers market has to offer? Think again If you’ve been to one farmers market this summer, you might think you’ve seen it all. But here’s something many people don’t realize: a farmers market transforms as the growing season unfolds. Visit in June and you’ll likely find fresh greens, strawberries, herbs, and early-season vegetables. Come back in August, and it’s almost like walking […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips What if Spokane’s next favorite restaurant came with a rooftop view of Spokane Falls? Imagine grabbing dinner at a brand-new local restaurant, strolling through boutique shops, and ending the evening with a drink on a rooftop lounge overlooking Spokane Falls. That vision could soon become reality. A proposed $71 million development in Kendall Yards would bring approximately 200 new apartments, 53,000 square feet of restaurant, retail, and commercial space, […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Bringing the Scoop to Your Party Bringing the Scoop to Your Party: Meet Spokane Swirl, the Local Sister-Owned Soft Serve Rental If you’ve ever hosted a summer party, graduation bash, or backyard wedding, you know the struggle: keeping guests entertained and fed while trying to actually enjoy your own event. Enter Spokane Swirl—a locally owned soft serve ice cream machine rental […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips The Shift is Real: Why Today’s Balanced Spokane Housing Market Benefits Both Buyers and Sellers The Shift is Real: Why Today’s Balanced Spokane Housing Market Benefits Both Buyers and Sellers If you have been keeping an eye on local real estate headlines lately, you have probably noticed a strange contradiction. One report says inventory is climbing, while another says home prices are holding firm. It’s enough to make any homeowner […]
Moving to Spokane Guide and Tips Meet Your Neighbor: Tua Unutoa Meet Your Neighbor: Tua Unutoa Some people preserve culture by reading about it. Others preserve it by living it. Spokane’s own Tua Unutoa is one of those people. If you’ve attended a local festival, community celebration, or cultural event, there’s a good chance you’ve seen Tua performing the breathtaking art of Samoan fire knife dancing. […]