Category SALEM EVENTS
Punx in the Park returns to give Salem’s young people a voice
A punk rock fair Saturday at Marion Square Park will give Salem’s homeless youth a platform, supplies and connections to help.
EVENTS: Where to dance, shop and play cornhole in Salem this weekend
Events the weekend of Friday, Sept. 8, to Sunday, Sept. 10, include several dance parties to classics, rock n’ roll and to traditional Celtic music. The Capital City Cornhole Classic returns, bringing hundreds of competitors to the capitol lawn.
ART: September’s artist exhibitions in Salem
This month in Salem, galleries will showcase work by Native American artist Lillian Pitt, celebrate zines from the community and display work from printmaking and weaving masters.
EVENTS: Pride, state fair, marijuana magic and more to do in Salem
There’s lots to do at the Oregon State Fair this weekend, and plenty of smaller events for those who don’t want the crowds. Here’s your guide to weekend events in Salem for Aug. 25-27.
Pentacle to perform an unconventional detective story
The Pentacle Theatre’s performance of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” starts Friday, and runs through Sept. 2. In the play, a teenager investigates the unexpected death of his neighbor’s dog.
ART: August’s artist exhibitions in Salem
This month, Salem’s art scene offers a trip into surreal landscapes and a chance to see depictions of local parks before the paint dries.
EVENTS: Celebrate Oregon history with logging and heavy machinery
The Great Oregon Steam-Up festival returns this weekend with demonstrations of historic workmanship and a parade of steam engines and other vehicles. Other events this weekend include a movie at Riverfront Park, Hoopla and a Blues performance.
Ironman returns to Salem on Sunday with 2,500 competitors
Salem’s Ironman on Sunday will be the third time the triathlon has been held in the state. As this year’s event ends a three-year agreement, organizers hope to make the race a staple in Salem.
EVENTS: Athletes, musicians, artists and comedians flocking to Salem this weekend
This weekend, Salem has a packed events schedule including the Salem Art Fair and Festival, Sunday’s Ironman race, a punk rock festival, plays and cultural events.