Summer on the Ave | Sprague Union District

Fire Dancing Lights up the Ave!

BurnWorks will light up Spring on the Ave with live fire dancing performance at the corner of Pittsburg and Sprague at The Tin Roof parking lot.

30-minute performances at 4:15 pm and 5:15 pm

Founded in the vibrant culture of Spokane, BurnWorks is a collective united by a shared passion for the art of fire dancing. In addition to performing, they host fire safety workshops and foster community through their love of the craft, bringing this exciting art form to audiences throughout Spokane.

Follow @burnworks_fire_and_flow on Instagram and visit burnworksfiredancing.com to learn more.

Come celebrate summer with local retail shops and eateries!

Enjoy our Shop Hop "Parrot" treasure hunt, dunk tank, live music, sidewalk sales, kids water activities, face painting, photo booth, pop-up shops, summer-themed activities throughout the district.

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ARTIST POSTER CONTEST

Sprague Union District Spring on the Ave 2026 – Artist Poster Contest is officially UNDERWAY and we want to see your creativity bloom!

We’re looking for artwork that captures the spirit of spring, fresh, vibrant, full of life and color! 🌼

Deadline: Friday, March 27, 2026 at Midnight
Format: Vertical design, 8.5x13”
Theme: The spirit of the Spring season
Original work only (you can submit more than one piece for extra chances to win!)
Submit high-res JPEG or PNG, ready for print, through the form.

Let your art be the face of Spring on the Ave!

Submit Your Art

Face painting
at Pinot's Palette

12 pm – 4 pm | 1919 E Sprague

Summer-themed Photo Booth
at Creative Catch Studio

10 am – 4 pm | 1804 E Sprague

Live music TBD

11 am – 2 pm | TBD

Stilt Walking by Spokane Aerial Performance Arts

12 pm – 4 pm | Strolling the district!

Kids Activities
at HOPE, Tin Roof, Back Alley, 1919, Rusty Mug, Cornerstone

10 am - 2 pm | 1821 E Sprague
11 am - 3 pm | 1727 E Sprague
all day | 1916 E Sprague & 1927 E 1st

Public Art Canvas
near Revival Culture Church

12 pm – 3 pm | near 1801 E Sprague

Spring Vendors
& Pop-up Shops

throughout district

Medieval Demonstrations
by Barony of Wealdsmere SCA at Tin Roof East Lot

10 am – 3 pm | 1727 E Sprague

Fire Dancing Performances
by BurnWorks
at Tin Roof East Lot

4:15 pm & 5:15 pm | 1727 E Sprague

2026 LIMITED EDITION
ARTIST POSTER REVEALED!

We’re excited to reveal the 2026 Spring on the Ave Limited Edition Artist Poster. This event is rooted in community, creativity, and local pride, and this year’s featured artwork reflects that beautifully. Created by local artist Tristan Reasor.

To get your hands on a signed copy... simply stop by a participating shop to pick up your entry form and be one of the first 60 guests to turn in your entry on Saturday, April 18th!

PLAY OUR $1,000 "PARROT" SHOP HOP GIVEAWAY

Join our district shop hop to receive a limited edition collectible poster by a local artist and be entered to win 1 of 3 grand prizes!

Three winners get a district shopping spree!
1st place – $500+ | 2nd place – $300+ | 3rd place – $200+

HERE’S HOW TO PLAY: Pick up an entry sheet on the day of the event at any participating location. Visit at least 6 of the locations on the sheet, find the “parrot” at each location. Drop off your completed sheet at any participating location and be entered to win 1 of 3 grand prizes. The first 60 guests to submit their completed sheets with receive a limited edition collectible poster from local artist.

Shop Hop Giveaway only happens on Saturday, August 22 during Summer on the Ave.
Late submissions will not be accepted.