The Spokane International Film Festival (SpIFF) is an annual event held in Spokane, Washington, United States, typically during the first weekend of February, though future dates indicate a March schedule. Founded in 1999 as the Spokane Northwest Film Festival, it was renamed in 2002 to reflect its broadening international scope. The festival emphasizes films made by or featuring individuals from the Pacific Northwest, showcasing a diverse program of short, mid, and feature-length films, including narratives and documentaries from around the world. It is recognized as one of the largest film festivals in Washington and the region. SpIFF presents Golden SpIFFY and Silver SpIFFY jury awards, as well as audience choice awards for its most popular films. The festival screens films at venues such as the Bing Crosby Theater, the Magic Lantern Theatre, the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center, and The Garland Theatre.The Spokane International Film Festival (SpIFF) is an annual film event held in Spokane, Washington, United States. Established in 1999, it was initially known as the Spokane Northwest Film Festival before adopting its current name in 2002 to highlight its expanding international focus. The festival showcases a diverse selection of narrative and documentary films, including features, shorts, and mid-length works, with a particular emphasis on films from the Pacific Northwest. SpIFF is recognized as one of the largest film festivals in Washington and the surrounding region. It presents Golden SpIFFY and Silver SpIFFY jury awards, alongside audience choice awards for its most favored films.