Is running through the sprinklers just not cutting it? Summer opens up a whole new avenue of fun activities for children. But if your little ones are aching to see more outside their backyard, here are some awesome family fun activities happening in the area.
Upcoming events in Spokane, WA:
August 1st | Tennis Summer Camp
Recurring every weekday 8/1/16 – 8/26/16 8am-12pm
Mission Park
1208 E Mission Ave
Spokane, WA 99202
509-991-0696
$35-$149
Kids 6-17 years old are invited to have fun, be active, and learn to play tennis. USTA-trained instructors use age-appropriate equipment and games to get kids moving, having fun, and learning tennis. Summer Camps provide a rotation of activities focused on tennis, movement, and off-court games. Additional activities include frisbee, multi-sports, reading, and more. All equipment is provided and sneakers are required
August 4th | Animals In Art
Recurring every day of the week except Monday. Through September 4th, 2016
10 am-5 pm
$10/adults, $7.50/seniors, $5/students with ID, Free for children under 5. Half price admission on Tuesdays
Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture
2316 W 1st Ave
Spokane, WA 99201
509-456-3631
In this engaging exhibition, birds, horses, sheep, cows, bears, and more serve as the subjects of works of art from the 17th century through the late 20th century. Perennially popular as an artistic theme, animals have been depicted in works of art since pre-historic times. This exhibition examines etchings, engravings, lithographs, sculpture, oils and watercolors that depict the tremendous variety of the animal kingdom.
Go to Sky High!
1322 E Front Ave
Spokane, WA 99202
509-321-5867
Open year round
Friday 11AM–12AM
Saturday 11AM–12AM
Sunday 11AM–8PM
Monday 11AM–10PM
Tuesday 2–10PM
Wednesday 2–10PM
Thursday 2–10PM
Kids of all ages love going to Sky High to jump around, practice tumbling, or diving into a giant foam pit. It’s great for parties or on a rainy day!
Upcoming Events in and near Coeur d’ Alene:
August 5th | Art on the Green
Through August 7th – All day
Free
Downtown Coeur d’ Alene & North Idaho College Campus
A marketplace, performance space and a gathering place for friends and families, this yearly event is the highlight of the summer in Coeur d’Alene. Art on the Green is held at the old Fort Sherman Grounds on the North Idaho College Campus, just a short walk from Downtown and City Park. Shuttle bus service to the west side of the NIC campus from downtown is also available during the festival. No dogs are allowed at Art on the Green.
August 7th | Huckleberry Color Fun Run & Walk
11am-5pm – One day
Schweitzer Mountain Resort
10000 Schweitzer Mountain Rd
Sandpoint, ID 83864
208-263-9555
You can run or walk on this super fun and family friendly course.
August 11th | The Little Mermaid
Recurring August 11, 2016 – August 28, 2016
Thur-Sat: 7:30 pm, Sun: 2 pm
$49/adults, $42/seniors, $27/child – GET TICKETS NOW
The Kroc Center
1765 W. Golf Course Road
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815
208-660-2958 (CdA Summer Theater)
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. Based on the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by Academy Award winner Alan Menken, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs. Ariel, the daughter of King Triton, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above and bargains with the evil sea witch to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends to restore order in the ocean’s depths. This dangerous mission leads to a showdown between good and evil, which only love can remedy.
Triple Play
Prices vary
175 W Orchard Ave, Hayden Lake, ID 83835
(208) 762-7529
Hours:
Friday 10AM–11PM
Saturday 10AM–11PM
Sunday 10AM–9PM
Monday 10AM–9PM
Tuesday 10AM–9PM
Wednesday 10AM–9PM
Thursday 10AM–9PM
Indoor water park, bowling, arcade, race go-karts, and even stay the night!
Silverwood Theme Park & Boulder Beach Water Park
Kids (3-7): $25.00 (ages 2 and under free)
General Admission (ages 8 +): $48.00
27843 North Highway 95, Athol, ID 83801
(208) 683-3400
Hours:
Friday 11AM–8PM
Saturday 11AM–8PM
Sunday 11AM–7PM
Monday 11AM–7PM
Tuesday 11AM–7PM
Wednesday 11AM–7PM
Thursday 11AM–6PM
Over 60 rides and attractions, with 6 awesome roller coasters, 2 wave pools, loopy water slides, an amazing magic show, and endless fun!
