Bloomsday is the largest timed race in the world, and, as its name indicates, is held every first Sunday in May. The race is held in Spokane and it spans 7.46 miles; its participants train for the stretch all year long. It is quite a spectacle to see the over 50,000 runners take to the racing route and engage in a dramatic competition that not only celebrates the discipline and spirit of athletic competition, it also aptly celebrates Spokane's undeniable community spirit.
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.
Face it. You and your sweetheart are stressed. From your respective everyday workloads to taking care of domestic duties as well, you both need to be pampered while spending a memorable, romantic time together. The perfect place to do just that is Spa Paradiso. The staff has gotten rave reviews for their professional treatment of every guest as well as offering specialty massage treatments that marvelously pinpoint your stress to make it melt away. Various couples packages are available, so book early and get set to spend time in a virtual paradise of relaxation.
Get some good exercise while rolling around on a pair of roller skates at Pattison's North Skating Rink. Enjoy the fun of leisurely skating along the rink's surface to some of your favorite music. It's a fun way to get the family together. And if you or your kids don't know how to skate all that well, don't worry! There are plenty of rails to hang on to as well as an area for intermediate skaters that will give you plenty of room to roll!