SENSORY DAY
Tuesday, September 15
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11AM - 5PM
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Join us for an unforgettable experience!
The 2026 Spokane County Interstate Fair will once again feature Sensory Day, with our partners: Caravel Autism Health, The Isaac Foundation, The Arc of Spokane, and Project ID! On September 15th, we will offer craft-making, meet-and-greets with local sports mascots, and from 11AM to 5PM, carnival rides and games will operate with no sound and no lights, creating a calming and inclusive environment.
Don’t miss the dedicated quiet zone in the Plaza Courtyard from 11am to 5pm, presented by The Arc of Spokane, where you’ll be able to hang out with one of the therapy dogs from 348 Golden Angels! Come and enjoy a day of fun, tailored to everyone’s needs!
PARKING:
$10 onsite parking – CASH or CARD
ANIMALS:
No pets are allowed except licensed pet therapy animals.
OUTSIDE FOOD:
YOU CAN bring in your own food and non-alcoholic drinks to picnic at the Fair.
FREE CAROUSEL RIDES: 11:00AM-3:00PM
Resources for Sensory Issues
You can find these resource booths in the Plaza in between the Floral Building and Bay 2
You can find these resource booths on the North Lawn:
Experience the Five
Senses Flower Truck
Tuesday, September 15 | 11 AM–5 PM
Bay 4 – Floral & Fine Arts
Something special is blooming at the Spokane County Interstate Fair! In celebration of the Fair’s 75th anniversary, the Five Senses Flower Truck is coming to Sensory Day for a colorful, hands-on floral experience designed for guests of all ages and abilities.
Join Katie Lila, host of Follow The Blooms, and Farmer Jess Jager of Your Friends Farm as fresh, locally grown flowers become a playground for the senses. See vibrant blooms, discover new scents and textures, learn what’s growing right here in Spokane, and experience flowers in a whole new way.
Plus, Follow The Blooms will be filming during the event for an upcoming public television episode, so come experience the flower magic and you may even become part of the show!
Sensory Day Activities
All Fair Gates Open at 11AM
Meet Local Mascots!
Time: 11:00AM - 12:00PM
We will be visited by local sports mascots during the 2026 Sensory Day at the Spokane County Interstate Fair!
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FREE CAROUSEL RIDES FOR EVERYONE
Time: 11:00AM - 3:00PM // NEW THIS YEAR!
For the first time ever in the history of the fair, everyone gets free rides on the carousel from 11:00AM – 3:00PM!
Brought to you by: Providence, World-Class Health Care With Human Connection
Carnival W/ No Sound or Lights
11:00AM - 5:00PM
Carnival games and rides will be running NO SOUND AND NO LIGHTS, creating a much more peaceful and inclusive environment!
The Arc of Spokane Quiet Zone
Time: 11:00AM - 5:00PM
Enjoy a quiet space and the comfort of Doodles presented by The ARC of Spokane in the Plaza Courtyard.
Plus, stop by and hang out with one of the therapy dogs from 348 Golden Angels!
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Meet Pancake the Sensory Pig!
Time: 11:00AM - 5:00PM // NEW THIS YEAR!
Meet our adorable friend, Pancake the Sensory Pig! Pancake will be on-site at the Fair ready to get hugs and pets from all of you! Plus, Prana will have a photo booth with costumes, exclusive coloring sheets of Pancake, snacks, and sensory toys.
Brought to you by: Prana Salon • Wellness
Special Thanks to
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Choose Your Movement Adventure
Time: 11:00AM - 5:00PM // NEW THIS YEAR!
This activity is designed to be calm, flexible, and accessible for a variety of ages, comfort levels, and sensory needs. Guests will be invited to choose a movement card and try a simple dance-inspired prompt. Examples include gentle actions like swaying, stretching, tiptoeing, freezing like a statue, making a star shape, or taking calming balloon breaths. Fairgoers may participate standing, seated, with a caregiver, or simply choose a card to take home. There will be no loud music, required performance, or pressure to participate.
Brought to you by: 509 Collective
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Create Paper Face Masks
Time: 11:00AM - 5:00PM // NEW THIS YEAR!
This engaging hands-on activity combines artistic expression with focused sensory development. Participants will engage in coloring and designing their own crafted face masks. Through various techniques, participants will strengthen crucial fine motor skills. The mask serves not only as a physical art piece but also as a tool for imaginative play, allowing children to explore self-expression and identity through color and design choices.
Brought to you by: Elevations Spokane
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Sensory Dough Play
Time: 11:00AM - 5:00PM // NEW THIS YEAR!
This hands-on activity combines artistic expression with focused sensory development. Participants will engage in rolling, cutting out, and manipulating Play-Doh to create art or just experience new sensory feelings!
Brought to you by: Rosalie Murrey Memorial Foundation
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"Guess the Produce" Sensory Activity
Time: 11:00AM - 5:00PM // NEW THIS YEAR!
Natural Grocers will be handing out reusable grocery bags, as well as running a fun “Guess the Produce” sensory activity! Stop by their table to learn more.
Brought to you by: Natural Grocers
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Pop-up Orchestra
Time: 11:00AM - 5:00PM // NEW THIS YEAR!
Join us for a unique celebration where art meets acoustics! The Spokane Symphony is thrilled to bring its spectacular sounds—and the fun—to you via the innovative BeethoVAN Mobile Stage, plus an instrument petting zoo and building activity! These events are designed not just to entertain, but to educate and inspire the next generation of musicians.
There will be 2 BeethoVAN performances: 12PM and 2PM.
Brought to you by: Spokane Symphony
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Project ID's Craft Making Event
Time: 11:00AM until Supplies Are Gone
Project ID will be hosting a FREE craft-making booth at the North Pavilion!
Brought to you by: The Healing Collective
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Ribbon and Rhythm: Move Your Way
Time: 11:00AM - 5:00PM // NEW THIS YEAR!
Create your own sensory dance ribbon and explore movement in your own way!
Brought to you by: Inspiration Dance Studio
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Sensory Glitter Jar Making
Time: 11:00AM until Supplies Are Gone // NEW THIS YEAR!
Art Salvage Spokane will be hosting a FREE craft-making activity where you can create your own sensory glitter jars!
Brought to you by: Art Salvage Spokane
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Meet Fairytale Princesses
Time: 11:00AM - 5:00PM // NEW THIS YEAR!
NEW THIS YEAR!
The Fairytale Princesses will be on the North lawn near the craft making experience. We will soon unveil which princesses will be onsite from 11am to 5pm.
Brought to you by: Spokane Realtors
Ariel: 11 AM – 1:30 PM // Anna: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM // Mirabel: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM // Moana: 1:00–2:30 PM // Princess Jasmine: 3:00–5:00 PM
Event Map
Getting to the Fair
The Spokane County Fair & Expo Center is located at 404 N Havana St., Spokane Valley, WA on the corner of Broadway Ave and Havanna St.