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July 2026

Crave! Spokane

Celebrating the Inland Northwest's finest culinary talent. Crave! Spokane features top regional chefs, artisan vendors, and craft beverages at Riverfront Park in the heart of downtown Spokane.

July 16-18, 2026

6PM - 9PM

Riverfront Park

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Culinary Showcase

Experience dishes from the region's top chefs — from fresh seafood grilled over open flame to artisan baked goods and one-bite tasters.

Craft Beverages

A “Drinkalicious” experience featuring regional beer, wine, spirits, and cider from the Pacific Northwest's best tastemakers.

Community

Crave! NW brings together the Inland Northwest culinary community at Spokane's iconic Riverfront Park.

Nightly Themes

Three Nights, Three Themes

Each evening at Crave! Spokane brings a unique culinary theme and entertainment experience.

Thursday

July 16

Comfort Food & Hoedown Showdown

Kick off the weekend with hearty comfort food classics and a lively hoedown-inspired evening of fun and flavor.

Friday

July 17

Foods from Around the World & Carnival

Travel the globe through flavor with international dishes from our chefs, all wrapped in a vibrant carnival atmosphere.

Saturday

July 18

Smoke & Fire

The grand finale celebrates cooking with fire elements — grilled, smoked, charred, and flame-kissed creations from our top chefs.

Tickets

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Choose the experience that's right for you. All tickets include access to chef tastings, craft beverages, and live entertainment.

General Admission

Friday or Saturday

$90

Single-day access to all chef stations, craft beverage tastings, live entertainment, and artisan vendor marketplace.

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Early Bird

Friday or Saturday

$100

Early entry access plus all General Admission perks. Be first to taste the best bites of the evening.

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Add-On

VIP Experience Tent

Per Day Upgrade

+$60

Upgrade any ticket — AC, bubbles & caviar, comfort seating to keep cool and rested in the heat of July.

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General Admission

Thursday

$75

Kick off the weekend early with full access to opening night chef stations, craft beverages, and entertainment.

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Early Bird

Thursday

$85

Early entry on opening night plus all General Admission perks. Get a head start on the celebration.

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Add-On

VIP Experience Tent

Per Day Upgrade

+$60

Upgrade any ticket — AC, bubbles & caviar, comfort seating to keep cool and rested in the heat of July.

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Weekend Pass GA

All 3 Days

$240

General Admission access to all three days of Crave! Spokane. Experience every chef, every tasting, every performance.

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Best Value

Weekend Pass Early Bird

All 3 Days

$265

Early entry all three days plus full General Admission access. The complete Crave! Spokane experience.

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Event Schedule

Three Days of Flavor

Each evening brings a unique culinary experience. Here's what to expect.

Comfort Food & Hoedown Showdown

Schedule is subject to change — final times and details to be determined.

5:00 PM

Early Admission

Check in, grab your tasting glass, and explore the venue.

6:00 PM

General Admission

Hearty comfort food classics from featured chefs — think mac & cheese, BBQ, and down-home favorites.

7:30 PM

Hoedown Showdown

Live entertainment and hoedown-inspired fun to kick off Crave! Spokane.

9:00 PM

Event Closes

Featured Talent

Chefs & Tastemakers

Meet some of the culinary talent behind Crave! Spokane.

Adam Hegsted

Eat Good Group & James Beard Semifinalist

Nick Liberato

Borcht Belt & Food Network’s “Restaurants on the Edge”

Aaron Fish

Eat Good Group & Food Network’s “Chopped”

Brian Duffy

Duffified Experience Group & Food Network’s “Bar Rescue”

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Venue

Riverfront Park

507 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201

Riverfront Park is Spokane's iconic urban park in the heart of downtown, providing the perfect outdoor setting for Crave! NW's culinary celebration along the Spokane River.

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Gallery

Scenes from Crave! Spokane

Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

General FAQs

Is there a dress code?

No, but as a general guideline, we suggest “smart casual” attire for our Crave! events. We encourage you to wear comfortable shoes when attending our walk-around tasting events.

What items are prohibited?

Prohibited items include but are not limited to, outside food & beverages, chairs, coolers, drugs, weapons, backpacks, and large bags.

Do you require clear purses or bags?

At this time purses are not required to be clear. Backpacks and large bags are prohibited.

Is Crave! able to accommodate my dietary restrictions?

We cannot guarantee that participating chefs and restaurants will prepare dishes without common allergens, including nuts, dairy, gluten, etc. Additionally, not all events will have vegetarian options. The chefs plate the menu item at the event and may be able to adjust what is included or excluded on the plate if asked nicely!

Is Crave! accessible?

Crave! Spokane is held outdoors at Riverfront Park and is primarily on level paved surfaces and level grassy areas. The event site may be accessed by wheelchairs and walkers. Crave! does not provide wheelchairs at the event.

Are animals permitted at the event?

No pets allowed. Only registered service animals are permitted. Service animals are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.

What charity does Crave! support?

Net proceeds from Crave! go towards supporting the InterMountain Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit whose mission is to support chef education, enrichment, food systems, and funding.

What is the best way to receive information about Crave!?

Ticket FAQs

How much are tickets at Crave!?

Ticket prices vary depending on the type of experience you choose. Check our ticket pricing section above for current pricing, or visit our ticket page for the latest availability.

Can I buy tickets at the door?

Crave! events do sell out, so we encourage you to purchase your tickets in advance! If there are any tickets remaining you may purchase a ticket with a credit card at the door. Please check the website to see if the event has sold out.

What do my tickets cover?

Your ticket purchase covers all food and beverage consumed at the event. Just bring your appetite and enjoy! There will also be a culinary village with tastemakers and artisans sampling and selling if you are interested in purchasing anything.

Can I bring my child (under 21)?

Attendees at all Crave! events MUST be 21 or older.

Be Part of It

Want to Get Involved?

Whether you're a chef, artisan, vendor, or want to volunteer — there's a place for you at Crave! Spokane.

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