Welcome to this weekend’s exciting lineup of community events in Salem, Oregon! Gather your friends and family, and get ready to explore the variety of local activities that promise to make your weekend enjoyable and memorable.
2024 Spring Plant Sale
Kick off your spring gardening at the Mission Street Parks Conservancy’s Spring Fundraiser Plant Sale, with all proceeds going towards projects in Bush Park! Explore a selection of goods from a variety of vendors, including native plants, deer-resistant perennials, vegetable starts, succulents, herbs, and more. Come by the Bush’s Pasture Park Soapbox Derby Track for this exciting event.
Date: April 26 – 27, 2024
Time: Friday 10 AM – 6 PM | Saturday 9 AM – 3 PM
Location: Bush’s Pasture Park Soapbox Derby Track // 674 Mission St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE to attend
Pentacle Theatre Costume Sale
Pentacle Theatre is cleaning out their costume closet, which houses over three decades of costumes from past productions! Come by the costume sale for a chance to find some treasures. Don’t miss this opportunity—you’re sure to leave with something special!
Date: April 26 – 27, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Pentacle Theatre // 324 52nd Ave NW, Salem, OR 97304
Cost: FREE to attend
Earth Day Party in the Park
Marion County Environmental Services invites everyone to a FREE Party in the Park, a belated celebration of Earth Day. Join the festivities on Friday, April 26th at Spong’s Landing Park, where this year’s theme, “Building a Brighter Future,” offers an afternoon filled with fun activities and exciting prizes.
This family-friendly event includes a variety of activities:
- Educational Scavenger Hunt
- Face Painting
- Arts & Crafts
- Inflatable Obstacle Course
- Bird House Building
- Photo Booth
- Seed Bomb Building
- Guided Nature Walks
- Baby Goats
- Ice Cream
- and MUCH MORE!
Date: April 26, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Spong’s Landing County Park // 6525 22nd Ave N, Keizer, OR 97303
Cost: FREE
Wonderly! Live at the Gov Cup
The Governor’s Cup is excited to present an evening with Wonderly, the dynamic musical duo from Portland, featuring Jim Brunberg and Ben Landsverk. Known for their eclectic blend of music and instruments, Wonderly has crafted soundtracks for indie films and theme songs for notable podcasts like The New York Times’ “The Daily” and Cheryl Strayed’s “Dear Sugar Radio.” Their music, characterized by rich harmonies and compelling storytelling, spans genres from symphonic soundscapes to twangy Americana and vibrant pop. The show will be 21+ only.
Date: April 26, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM (Doors at 6:00 PM)
Location: The Governor’s Cup // 471 Court St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $10 (view ticket information)
2024 Oregon Ag Fest
The 37th Annual Oregon Ag Fest is set to take place on April 27-28 at the Oregon State Fairgrounds. This family-friendly event offers over 30 interactive activities for children, including a petting zoo and free pony rides. Adults—you won’t want to miss the tradeshow and equipment displays! Parking is free this year.
Date: April 27 – 28, 2024
Time: Saturday 8:30 AM – 5 PM | Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM
Location: Oregon State Fairgrounds // 2330 17th St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $15 (FREE for children under 15)
Spring 2024 Handmade Market
Come by the Scottish Rite Center for The Handmade Market, presented by the Salem Etsy Team. This market features 70 vendors with their handmade goods, as well as delicious food options and the chance to win raffle prizes. You never know what you’ll find!
Date: April 27, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Salem Scottish Rite Center // 4090 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE
Zoomie World Dog Fair
Zoomie World Dog Daycare is excited to host their inaugural Zoomie World Dog Fair! This gathering is dedicated to all things canine, with a variety of vendors, adoptable dogs, and a look-alike contest. They’ll also have food trucks and a soda shoppe to provide refreshments. It’s sure to be a delightful day for you and your four-legged friends!
Date: April 27, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Zoomie World Dog Daycare // 4755 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR 97305
Cost: FREE
The Grand Mercantile
You are invited to a very merry shopping adventure at The Grand Mercantile. Join a lively gathering of creators, artists, vintage vendors, and more! Guests can expect a fun-filled atmosphere, a great shopping experience, and perhaps a few surprises along the way.
Date: April 27, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre // 187 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
The Peking Acrobats
For over three decades, THE PEKING ACROBATS® have transformed the way audiences view Chinese acrobatics. These acrobats stretch the limits of human capability, presenting breathtaking displays of contortion, flexibility, and control that defy gravity. Accompanied by live musicians who masterfully play traditional Chinese instruments, the ancient sounds merge with high-tech special effects and spectacular acrobatic talents.
(Rescheduled from January 20, 2024)
Date: April 27, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Elsinore Theatre // 170 High St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: Varies (view ticket information)
Salem Women’s Mother’s Day Fair
Salem Women’s Community Group is excited to announce its 1st Annual Mother’s Day Fair, sponsored by Hilltop Property Group and hosted by the Landscape Shoppe. This event is open to the public and promises a wonderful day of shopping and fun. Invite your mom, daughter, sister, cousin, or best friend to explore offerings from 25 amazing Salem vendors. Attendees can enjoy free samples and purchase $5 raffle tickets for a chance to win a big raffle prize! Don’t miss this opportunity to relax, shop, and sample while supporting local women-owned businesses.
Date: April 28, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: 4930 Salem Dallas Hwy NW, Salem, OR 97304
Cost: FREE
We hope you have the opportunity to experience the sense of community engagement our city has to offer this weekend. Thank you for supporting local!
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