On Wednesday, September 6, volunteers of the Spokane Lilac Festival Association (SLFA) announced plans and inducted leadership for the 86th festival season, including the 2024 co-presidents, Elisabeth Hooker and Carly Cortright.

       Following the change of leadership, 2024 Co-Presidents, Liz Hooker and Carly Cortright, addressed the group, announcing the 2024 Spokane Lilac Festival theme – “Dare to Dream.”

       Inspired by the audacity of the City of Spokane in 1974 to be the smallest city ever to host a World’s Fair, the 2024 Lilac Festival theme is a call to action to every visionary who wouldn’t take “no” for an answer.

       The Spokane Lilac Festival Association honors the individuals and organizations who – through gumption, grit and verve – pursued something greater than themselves. Fifty years later our community continues to exceed expectations, building on the legacies of those who came before and passing the mantle to a new generation. We invite the region to join us for the 86th Annual Spokane Lilac Festival as we celebrate all who “Dare to Dream.”