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Mean Girls musical brings humor and high school drama to Salem stage
Chemeketa Community College’s production of "Mean Girls the Musical" will premiere Tuesday, July 7, for the college's third year of outdoor evening shows at Riverfront Park.
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6 things to do in Salem this Fourth of July: Fairground fireworks, neighborhood parade, Marion Berries jersey giveaway
Fourth of July events in Salem include a free fireworks display at the Oregon State Fairgrounds, a lively family parade in a northeast neighborhood and a Marion Berries jersey giveaway for the first 500 fans.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Marion Berries fireworks, ‘Mean Girls the Musical’
This week in Salem, the Marion Berries baseball team will play against the Portland Pickles at home, a new outdoor market will open downtown and Chemeketa Community College’s production of “Mean Girls the Musical” will show at Riverfront Park.
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5 exhibits to see at Salem’s galleries, museums in July
This month, local artists will share their interpretations of America’s 250th anniversary, and the Salem Art Association will showcase ceramics and sketches by studio artist Mya Cluff.
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PHOTO GALLERY: World Beat performers, volunteers bring vibrancy to rainy festival
See photos from the 2026 World Beat Festival, held at Salem's Riverfront Park the weekend of June 26.
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Culture, community shine at 2026 World Beat Festival despite rainy weather
Under the cover of rain tents, this year’s World Beat Festival in Salem highlighted the cultures of Pacific Islanders through music, dance and art. Thousands attended to enjoy performances and learn hands-on activities.
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World Beat Festival to celebrate the vibrant cultures of the Pacific Islands
This year’s World Beat Festival, running Friday, June 26, through Sunday, June 28, at Riverfront Park will feature fire dancers, dragon boat races and food from around the world. The festival has lower prices this year, and new food and vendors to explore.
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5 things to do in Salem this week, World Beat Festival, new Pentacle play
Events in Salem this week include a history lecture about Oregon State Parks, the World Beat Festival and free performance by Indigenous Mariachi singer Salem local Yissel Lopéz.
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PHOTO GALLERY: Families, kids, entrepreneurs celebrate Juneteenth at Riverfront
Salem celebrated Juneteenth on Friday with dancing, music, food and games at Riverfront Park. See photos from the festival here.
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