Category Events
PHOTOS: Awesome 3000 draws a crowd of young runners
This year's Awesome 3000 drew nearly 2,200 runners and is expected to raise more than $30,000 for grants to local teachers and schools.
What’s showing at Salem galleries, museums in May
New exhibitions on display this month include a showcase of local photography, a multi-medium celebration of flowers and partially concealed portraits.
Crunk pioneers Lil Jon and the Ying Yang Twins to perform July 4 at state fairgrounds
Hip-hop fans of all ages are in for a party when Lil Jon and the Ying Yang Twins take the stage at the Oregon State Fairgrounds on the Fourth of July. The duo popularized the crunk subgenre in the 2000s with anthems like “Get Low.”
What to do in Salem from May 1-7: Awesome 3000, Sheep to Shawl, bead show
Events in Salem this week include a large plant sale at the Oregon State Fairgrounds, the annual Sheep to Shawl event at the Willamette Heritage Center and Salem’s largest fun run, the Awesome 3000.
Event highlights from April 24-30: Earth Day and nature events, Ag Fest, Willamette theater
Events in Salem this week include the yearly Oregon Ag Fest, a Swan Lake ballet performance, celebrations of Earth Day and a comedy play at Willamette University about gender and climate.
Longswords to clash at Salem tournament
Fighters from around the Pacific Northwest will journey to Salem this Saturday, April 26, for an all-day longsword tournament. The explosive medieval fighting style is a blend of fencing and wrestling, and the tournament is free for anyone to watch.
Phantom of the Opera screening to celebrate 100 years of the film with a live band
Salem Cinema will host a screening of the 1925 silent film "The Phantom of the Opera" accompanied by a live band on Monday, April 21.
What to do in Salem from April 17-23: Easter egg hunts, chaotic standup, dance party
Events in Salem this week include a night of music and dancing at Xicha Brewing North, an Earth Day event at Fircrest Park and Easter egg hunts around Salem.
Monster Cookie bike ride returns April 27 with scenic route through east Marion County
The 49th Monster Cookie Metric Century bike ride offers three different routes, the longest a 63-mile course from McNary High School to Mt. Angel and back.