# Spokane Littles: things to do with little kids in Spokane, WA this weekend

> Costumed kids get into Boo at the Zoo free at Cat Tales Wildlife Center in Mead Saturday and Sunday, with critter touch tables and enrichment workshops for the big cats. Sunday also has the Monster Dash kids' fun run through Manito Park and Trunks of Treats with a petting zoo at New Horizons. Spokane has 27 outings this week, 22 free and 16 indoors.

- Week: Oct 19–25, 2026
- Last checked: 2026-10-19
- 27 outings at 15 places; 22 free; 16 indoor. For kids ages 0–6.
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## Top picks this week

- **Boo at the Zoo at Cat Tales Wildlife Center** (Sat, Oct 24; Sun, Oct 25 · 10am–4pm) at Cat Tales Wildlife Center, 17020 N. Newport Hwy., Mead, WA 99021. Cost: Kids in costume free; adults $18, students $15, ages 5–12 $12, 0–4 free; touch tables and enrichment workshops $5 for non-members. Ages 0+. A no-jump-scares Halloween weekend at the big-cat sanctuary: touch-and-learn critter tables (10:30am–12:30pm), spooky enrichment workshops where kids build a treat and watch an animal explore it, and festive decor. Source: https://www.cattales.org/events/boo-at-the-zoo-%f0%9f%8e%83/
- **Monster Dash Kids’ Fun Run in Manito Park** (Sun, Oct 25 · 11am (kids’ runs; 5K at 10am)) at Manito Park, Lower Manito Park Picnic Shelter, Spokane, WA 99203. Cost: $17 per kid (with T-shirt); 5K $35. Ages 3+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Costumed quarter-mile, half-mile and 1-mile kids’ runs through the fall leaves, each ending with a candy goodie bag at the finish line. Source: https://www.monsterdash.run/
- **Trunks of Treats at New Horizons Community Church** (Sun, Oct 25 · Noon–3pm) at New Horizons Community Church, 3122 W. Lincoln Rd., Spokane, WA 99208. Cost: Free; no registration. Ages 0+. Trunks full of mini games, prizes and candy, plus a petting zoo, the Barrel Train, inflatables, an apple cider press and food. Source: https://nhccspokane.com/event/24467594-2026-10-25-trunks-of-treats/
- **Fall Festival at Monster Farm (Green Bluff)** (Mon, Oct 19 to Sun, Oct 25, 7 days · 10am–5pm) at Monster Farm, 7534 E. Ballard Rd., Colbert, WA 99005. Cost: Fri–Sun $6 per person, kids 2 & under free; Mon–Thu free entry with fewer attractions. Ages 0+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Green Bluff pumpkin patch open every day; the full fall festival attractions run Friday to Sunday, and weekday visits are free. Source: https://monsterfarm.fun/pages/fall-festival
- **Transportation Day at Mobius Discovery Center** (Wed, Oct 21 · 9am–1pm) at Mobius Discovery Center, 331 N. Post St., Spokane, WA 99201. Cost: Included with admission ($13 ages 1+, under 1 free); $1 off per person 9am–1pm. Ages 1+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Climb aboard a Double Decker STA bus, see an Avista crane truck up close, try hands-on STEAM activities and enter a kids’ coloring contest for a chance to win a bike. Source: https://mobiusdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/

## A Saturday that works (Saturday, Oct 24)

1. **Morning**: Boo at the Zoo at Cat Tales Wildlife Center, Cat Tales Wildlife Center. 10am–4pm. Cost: Kids in costume free; adults $18, students $15, ages 5–12 $12, 0–4 free; touch tables and enrichment workshops $5 for non-members. https://www.cattales.org/events/boo-at-the-zoo-%f0%9f%8e%83/
2. **Lunch**: Frank’s Diner (Downtown), West downtown, 1516 W. 2nd Ave.. Open 6am–9pm. Cost: Kids’ meals No kids’ menu posted; smaller plates like the Tiny Track (hotcakes, bacon or sausage, one egg) $12.50, entrées Breakfast plates mostly $14–$22. (from the city guide) https://www.franksdiners.com/
3. **After nap**: Mobius Discovery Center, Downtown, 331 N. Post St.. Open 10am–5pm. Cost: Kids $13, adults $13, under 1 free. (from the city guide) https://mobiusdiscoverycenter.org/

Plan for a nap break in the middle. Times come from each event’s page or the place’s own site, so check before you head out.

## By day

- **Monday, Oct 19**: Fall Festival at Monster Farm (Green Bluff); Kindergarten Countdown Storytime (South Hill) (free)
- **Tuesday, Oct 20**: Fall Festival at Monster Farm (Green Bluff); Toddler Storytime Play & Learn (Hillyard) (free); Toddler Storytime Play & Learn (South Hill) (free); Kindergarten Countdown Storytime (Shadle Park) (free); Family Play & Learn Storytime (Spokane Valley) (free); Preschool Play & Learn Storytime (North Spokane) (free)
- **Wednesday, Oct 21**: Fall Festival at Monster Farm (Green Bluff); Transportation Day at Mobius Discovery Center; Family Storytime Play & Learn (Liberty Park) (free); Kindergarten Countdown Storytime (Hillyard) (free); Baby Play & Learn Storytime (North Spokane) (free); Baby Play & Learn Storytime (Spokane Valley) (free); Baby Play & Learn Storytime (Moran Prairie) (free)
- **Thursday, Oct 22**: Fall Festival at Monster Farm (Green Bluff); Toddler Storytime Play & Learn (Shadle Park) (free); Family Storytime Play & Learn (Indian Trail) (free); Toddler Play & Learn Storytime (North Spokane) (free); Toddler Play & Learn Storytime (Spokane Valley) (free)
- **Friday, Oct 23**: Fall Festival at Monster Farm (Green Bluff); Family Storytime Play & Learn (Central) (free); Family Play & Learn Storytime (North Spokane) (free); Preschool Play & Learn Storytime (Spokane Valley) (free); Family Play & Learn Storytime (Moran Prairie) (free)
- **Saturday, Oct 24**: Boo at the Zoo at Cat Tales Wildlife Center; Fall Festival at Monster Farm (Green Bluff); Story & Craft at the MAC; Pirate Adventure Storytime with Blue Zoo's Pirate Crew (Shadle Park) (free); Spooktacular Storytime (Spokane Valley) (free)
- **Sunday, Oct 25**: Boo at the Zoo at Cat Tales Wildlife Center; Trunks of Treats at New Horizons Community Church (free); Monster Dash Kids’ Fun Run in Manito Park; Fall Festival at Monster Farm (Green Bluff)

## All outings this week

- **Boo at the Zoo at Cat Tales Wildlife Center** (Sat, Oct 24; Sun, Oct 25 · 10am–4pm) at Cat Tales Wildlife Center, 17020 N. Newport Hwy., Mead, WA 99021. Cost: Kids in costume free; adults $18, students $15, ages 5–12 $12, 0–4 free; touch tables and enrichment workshops $5 for non-members. Ages 0+. A no-jump-scares Halloween weekend at the big-cat sanctuary: touch-and-learn critter tables (10:30am–12:30pm), spooky enrichment workshops where kids build a treat and watch an animal explore it, and festive decor. Source: https://www.cattales.org/events/boo-at-the-zoo-%f0%9f%8e%83/
- **Trunks of Treats at New Horizons Community Church** (Sun, Oct 25 · Noon–3pm) at New Horizons Community Church, 3122 W. Lincoln Rd., Spokane, WA 99208. Cost: Free; no registration. Ages 0+. Trunks full of mini games, prizes and candy, plus a petting zoo, the Barrel Train, inflatables, an apple cider press and food. Source: https://nhccspokane.com/event/24467594-2026-10-25-trunks-of-treats/
- **Monster Dash Kids’ Fun Run in Manito Park** (Sun, Oct 25 · 11am (kids’ runs; 5K at 10am)) at Manito Park, Lower Manito Park Picnic Shelter, Spokane, WA 99203. Cost: $17 per kid (with T-shirt); 5K $35. Ages 3+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Costumed quarter-mile, half-mile and 1-mile kids’ runs through the fall leaves, each ending with a candy goodie bag at the finish line. Source: https://www.monsterdash.run/
- **Fall Festival at Monster Farm (Green Bluff)** (Mon, Oct 19 to Sun, Oct 25, 7 days · 10am–5pm) at Monster Farm, 7534 E. Ballard Rd., Colbert, WA 99005. Cost: Fri–Sun $6 per person, kids 2 & under free; Mon–Thu free entry with fewer attractions. Ages 0+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Green Bluff pumpkin patch open every day; the full fall festival attractions run Friday to Sunday, and weekday visits are free. Source: https://monsterfarm.fun/pages/fall-festival
- **Transportation Day at Mobius Discovery Center** (Wed, Oct 21 · 9am–1pm) at Mobius Discovery Center, 331 N. Post St., Spokane, WA 99201. Cost: Included with admission ($13 ages 1+, under 1 free); $1 off per person 9am–1pm. Ages 1+. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Climb aboard a Double Decker STA bus, see an Avista crane truck up close, try hands-on STEAM activities and enter a kids’ coloring contest for a chance to win a bike. Source: https://mobiusdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/
- **Story & Craft at the MAC** (Sat, Oct 24 · 11am) at Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. Cost: Museum admission: $15 adults, $9 ages 6–17, kids 5 and under free. Ages 3+. A popular picture book read aloud in the Create Space, then a craft that goes with the story. For ages 3 to 7. Source: https://www.northwestmuseum.org/programs/youth-programs/
- **Kindergarten Countdown Storytime (South Hill)** (Mon, Oct 19 · 10–11am) at South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St., Spokane, WA 99203. Cost: Free. Ages 4–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten! Source: https://spokanelibrary.libnet.info/event/17184323
- **Toddler Storytime Play & Learn (Hillyard)** (Tue, Oct 20 · 10–11am) at Hillyard Library, 4110 N. Cook St., Spokane, WA 99207. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers! Source: https://spokanelibrary.libnet.info/event/17184482
- **Toddler Storytime Play & Learn (South Hill)** (Tue, Oct 20 · 10–11am) at South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St., Spokane, WA 99203. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers! Source: https://spokanelibrary.libnet.info/event/17184464
- **Kindergarten Countdown Storytime (Shadle Park)** (Tue, Oct 20 · 10:30–11:30am) at Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave., Spokane, WA 99205. Cost: Free. Ages 4–5. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten! Source: https://spokanelibrary.libnet.info/event/17184396
- **Family Storytime Play & Learn (Liberty Park)** (Wed, Oct 21 · 10–11am) at Liberty Park Library, 402 S. Pittsburg St., Spokane, WA 99202. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities. Source: https://spokanelibrary.libnet.info/event/17184120
- **Kindergarten Countdown Storytime (Hillyard)** (Wed, Oct 21 · 10–11am) at Hillyard Library, 4110 N. Cook St., Spokane, WA 99207. Cost: Free. Ages 4–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten! Source: https://spokanelibrary.libnet.info/event/17184342
- **Toddler Storytime Play & Learn (Shadle Park)** (Thu, Oct 22 · 10–11am) at Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave., Spokane, WA 99205. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers! Source: https://spokanelibrary.libnet.info/event/17184538
- **Family Storytime Play & Learn (Indian Trail)** (Thu, Oct 22 · 10–11am) at Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Rd., Spokane, WA 99208. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities. Source: https://spokanelibrary.libnet.info/event/17184274
- **Family Storytime Play & Learn (Central)** (Fri, Oct 23 · 10–11am) at Central Library, 906 W. Main Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. Cost: Free. Ages 0–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities. Source: https://spokanelibrary.libnet.info/event/17184164
- **Pirate Adventure Storytime with Blue Zoo's Pirate Crew (Shadle Park)** (Sat, Oct 24 · 10:30–11:30am) at Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave., Spokane, WA 99205. Cost: Free. Ages 2+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Join the pirates from Blue Zoo for a special Saturday Family Storytime featuring stories, songs, and a creative pirate-themed craft. Source: https://spokanelibrary.libnet.info/event/17549327
- **Family Play & Learn Storytime (Spokane Valley)** (Tue, Oct 20 · 9:30–10:30am) at Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd., Spokane Valley, WA 99206. Cost: Free. Ages 2–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Children enjoy playing while learning during 30 minutes of reading entertaining picture books, singing songs, and learning fingerplays, followed by 30 minutes of activities that explore the concepts. Source: https://scld.libcal.com/event/15833452
- **Preschool Play & Learn Storytime (North Spokane)** (Tue, Oct 20 · 9:30–10:30am) at North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Rd., Spokane, WA 99218. Cost: Free. Ages 3–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Preschoolers love learning while playing during 30 minutes of reading entertaining picture books, singing songs, and learning fingerplays, followed by 30 minutes of activities that explore. Source: https://scld.libcal.com/event/15833472
- **Baby Play & Learn Storytime (North Spokane)** (Wed, Oct 21 · 9:30–10:30am) at North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Rd., Spokane, WA 99218. Cost: Free. Ages 0–1. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Babies are introduced to the rhythm and beauty of language during our 20-minute storytime with picture books, rhymes, bounces, and songs. Afterward, babies continue to learn during 30 minutes of play. Source: https://scld.libcal.com/event/15833533
- **Baby Play & Learn Storytime (Spokane Valley)** (Wed, Oct 21 · 9:30–10:30am) at Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd., Spokane Valley, WA 99206. Cost: Free. Ages 0–1. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Babies are introduced to the rhythm and beauty of language during our 20-minute storytime with picture books, rhymes, bounces, and songs. Afterward, babies continue to learn during 30 minutes of play. Source: https://scld.libcal.com/event/15833551
- **Baby Play & Learn Storytime (Moran Prairie)** (Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30–11:30am) at Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St., Spokane, WA 99223. Cost: Free. Ages 0–1. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Babies are introduced to the rhythm and beauty of language during our 20-minute storytime with picture books, rhymes, bounces, and songs. Afterward, babies continue to learn during 30 minutes of play. Source: https://scld.libcal.com/event/15833264
- **Toddler Play & Learn Storytime (North Spokane)** (Thu, Oct 22 · 9:30–10:30am) at North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Rd., Spokane, WA 99218. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Toddlers delight in 20 minutes of reading picture books, singing songs, and learning fingerplays, followed by 30 minutes of activities introducing the concepts of math, science, and. Source: https://scld.libcal.com/event/15833570
- **Toddler Play & Learn Storytime (Spokane Valley)** (Thu, Oct 22 · 9:30–10:30am) at Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd., Spokane Valley, WA 99206. Cost: Free. Ages 1–3. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Toddlers delight in 20 minutes of reading picture books, singing songs, and learning fingerplays, followed by 30 minutes of activities introducing the concepts of math, science, and. Source: https://scld.libcal.com/event/15833623
- **Family Play & Learn Storytime (North Spokane)** (Fri, Oct 23 · 9:30–10:30am) at North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Rd., Spokane, WA 99218. Cost: Free. Ages 2–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Children enjoy playing while learning during 30 minutes of reading entertaining picture books, singing songs, and learning fingerplays, followed by 30 minutes of activities that explore the concepts. Source: https://scld.libcal.com/event/15833606
- **Preschool Play & Learn Storytime (Spokane Valley)** (Fri, Oct 23 · 9:30–10:30am) at Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd., Spokane Valley, WA 99206. Cost: Free. Ages 3–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Preschoolers love learning while playing during 30 minutes of reading entertaining picture books, singing songs, and learning fingerplays, followed by 30 minutes of activities that explore. Source: https://scld.libcal.com/event/15833685
- **Family Play & Learn Storytime (Moran Prairie)** (Fri, Oct 23 · 10:30–11:30am) at Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St., Spokane, WA 99223. Cost: Free. Ages 2–5. Indoor. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Children enjoy playing while learning during 30 minutes of reading entertaining picture books, singing songs, and learning fingerplays, followed by 30 minutes of activities that explore the concepts. Source: https://scld.libcal.com/event/15833303
- **Spooktacular Storytime (Spokane Valley)** (Sat, Oct 24 · 10–11am) at Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd., Spokane Valley, WA 99206. Cost: Free. Ages 0+. Exact address not confirmed on the organizer’s page. Ages 3+ & their families Enjoy a slightly spooky storytime with not-so-scary crafts and activities. Non-scary costumes are welcome. Source: https://scld.libcal.com/event/16796505

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## FAQ

### What can I do with a little one in Spokane this weekend?
This week we found 27 outings that work for kids ages 0–6. Our top three: Boo at the Zoo at Cat Tales Wildlife Center, Monster Dash Kids’ Fun Run in Manito Park, Trunks of Treats at New Horizons Community Church. [See the full list](https://littlesweekly.com/spokane/#all).

### Are there free things to do with little ones in Spokane this week?
Yes, 22 of this week’s 27 picks are free, including library storytimes and Trunks of Treats at New Horizons Community Church. Tap “Free” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/spokane/#all). For free places you can visit any week, see [free things to do in Spokane](https://littlesweekly.com/spokane/guide/#free) in the city guide.

### What are good indoor activities for kids in Spokane when it rains?
16 picks this week are indoors, mostly library programs and shows. Tap “Rainy-day OK” in [Find your thing](https://littlesweekly.com/spokane/#all).

### Where can I find storytimes and toddler activities in Spokane?
This week we list 20 library storytimes and baby or toddler programs. Each one links to the library or venue page with the time and place. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/spokane/#all).

### What’s on for babies and toddlers under 3 in Spokane this week?
8 of this week’s picks are baby or toddler programs or made for ages 3 and under, including Toddler Storytime Play & Learn (Hillyard), Toddler Storytime Play & Learn (South Hill) and Toddler Storytime Play & Learn (Shadle Park). 8 of them are free and 7 are indoors. [See them in the list](https://littlesweekly.com/spokane/#all).

### How do you pick what goes on the Spokane list?
We go through Spokane’s library calendars, parks, museums, zoos and local family pages every week, and keep what works for ages 0–6. Each listing links to the page we checked it on, and where the organizer or venue has its own page, we confirm the date, time, place and price there. This list was last checked Oct 19, 2026. [How we choose and check listings](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).

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