5 things to do in Salem this week: Downtown walking tour, plant swap, Awesome 3000

Summitt O’Connor and Naleya Johnson-Cornejo show their starting positions in the pre-K race at the Awesome 3000 event held at Willamette McCulloch Stadium in Bush's Pasture Park on Saturday, May 3, 2025. (LAURA TESLER/Salem Reporter)

Each week, Salem Reporter highlights a selection of upcoming local events.

For a more complete list, browse our events calendar here. You can submit an upcoming event here.

Here’s a roundup of happenings for Thursday, May 14, to Wednesday, May 20. 

*Starred events are free to attend, although they may include ticketed components or a suggested donation.

Downtown walking tour

*Thursday, May 14: The Salem Historic Landmarks Commission is hosting a free downtown…

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