Category SALEM EVENTS

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.

Where to celebrate Easter around Salem: Easter Bunny photos, egg hunts, face painting
Celebrate Easter with egg hunts, Easter bunny photos and snacks at events around Salem over the weekend. Events will also include face painting, bounce houses and craft activities.

What to do in Salem from April 10-16: Junk Hunt, ballet, live music
Events this week include a large vintage sale at the Oregon State Fairgrounds, the world premiere of a ballet, roller derby and the 2nd Friday Céilí.

Chemeketa planetarium to screen short film about telescopes through June
A spring planetarium show kicked off this month, screening weekly on Friday evenings in Chemeketa's planetarium.

Salem poets to hold Indigenous storytelling workshop, reading this weekend
The Mid-Valley Poetry Society is hosting two weekend events with Indigenous poets to celebrate National Poetry Month.