Category Events
What to do in Salem from Sept. 25-Oct. 1: Haunted prison, Gilbert House event, night market
Events in Salem this week include a new art exhibit on Oaxacan culture, a community-led revival of Viva Salem and this season’s opening night of Mill Creek Haunted Prison.
McNary grad brings free screening of sex ed comedy film to Salem Cinema
Kyle Kuhns, who was born and raised in Keizer and spent evenings in high school in the seats of Salem Cinema, executive produced the new comedy “DOIN’ IT.” The local theater is hosting two free showings of the movie this week.
Haunted house extravaganza planned for state fairgrounds this October
For the first time, the Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center will hold a “Scare at the Fair” event, which includes four haunted houses and attractions such as carnival rides, festive food, seasonal vendors and roaming actors ready to scare you into the Halloween spirit.
PHOTOS: Urban Art Fest 2025 celebrates culture
More than 2,000 people came to Riverfront Park for the 11th annual Urban Art Fest, a grassroots celebration of community, art and music.
‘Landscape pianist’ Hunter Noack dazzles a Salem crowd
Performing outdoors on a 1912 Steinway grand piano, Hunter Noack invited people to roam Riverfront Park or lie down under the piano while he played.
PHOTOS: Sunny Pride in the Park draws a crowd
Artists sold colorful wares, drag queens performed fan favorite routines and thousands of people celebrated the LGBTQ+ community at Riverfront Park Saturday.
What to do in Salem from Sept. 18-24: Pride in the Park, Urban Art Fest, Kroc Family Fair
Events in Salem this week include the return of the free Kroc Family Fair, the annual grape stomping competition at Willamette Valley Vineyards and the 47th year of Pride in the Park.
Salem Art Fair & Festival brings art, dance to Bush’s Pasture Park
The Salem Art Fair & Festival got underway on Friday at Bush’s Pasture Park with a wide variety of artists showcasing their work, plus local food, and music. The event runs through Sunday and includes several cultural events including live music and a children's parade.
What to do in Salem from Sept. 11-17: Salem Art Fair, intoxicating Shakespeare, marble hunt
Join a free hunt for marbles Saturday across downtown Salem, or watch as performers attempt Shakespeare monologues on stage after downing a few drinks.