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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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Make Music Day Salem honors late co-founder in its 11th year
On Sunday, Salem's streets will fill with music once more for Make Music Day. It will be the first year without its co-founder and longtime co-organizer, Mark Green, who died late last summer. His wife, Karen Green, and other organizers will honor his memory during this year's event.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Make Music Day, Juneteenth celebrations, Superhero Run
Events in Salem this week include the city’s annual Make Music Day, two Juneteenth celebrations near downtown and a Riverfront Park fun run where participants of all ages can dress up as superheroes.
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Salem’s Pride Parade to celebrate past, present LGBTQ+ community
Salem's annual Pride parade and block party will kick off Saturday afternoon, celebrating Salem's LGBTQ+ community and history.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Pride Parade, mini farmer’s market, Our River celebration
Events in Salem this week include a mini farmer’s market in West Salem, a river exploration celebration at Minto Brown Island Park and Salem’s Pride Parade kicking off downtown.
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Pentacle selling off props, costumes – and a lifeguard station
Need a costume? On the hunt for one-of-a-kind artifacts? The Pentacle Theatre is holding a five-hour rummage sale on Saturday, June 6 – with items priced to sell.
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