Family festivals, live music, serving the community, and more great events are taking place in Salem this weekend.
Salem Police & Fire Battle of the Badges
The annual Battle of the Badges Red Cross Blood Drive returns to the Salem Police Department. Community members are invited to join Salem’s Police and Fire departments in giving the gift of life by donating blood. Help support the local blood supply and be part of a meaningful cause.
Date: August 15, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: Salem Police Department // 333 Division St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE (Register to donate)
Grand Opening of B3: Beauty, Beverages, and Books
Join the celebration for the grand opening of B3, Salem’s newest spot for used books, local authors, and community charm. The weekend includes a ribbon cutting, birthday festivities for owner Andrea, and a relaxing Sunday with Mimosas and Mockmosas. Enjoy live music, browse a curated selection of books, and meet local indie authors like A.B. Herron, George Sorenson, and Jason A. Kilgore, who will be signing books and chatting about their work.
Date: August 15–17, 2025
Time: Friday: Ribbon Cutting at 11:00 AM | Saturday: Owner Andrea’s Birthday Celebration | Sunday: Mimosas & Mockmosas
Location: B3: Beauty, Beverages, and Books // 1070 Broadway Street NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
Big Bash VII
Hosted by The River Church, Big Bash VII returns to Salem’s Riverfront Park for an exciting weekend of family fun, live music, and massive giveaways. Enjoy inflatables, carnival games, pony rides, a car show, and performances by Seventh Day Slumber, King Viz, and The River Worship Team throughout the weekend. The event is free and open to the public. Registration is required to participate in activities and giveaways.
Date: August 15-17, 2025
Time: Friday 4 PM – 10 PM | Saturday 10 AM – 10 PM | Sunday Church Service 6 PM – 10 PM
Location: Salem Riverfront Park // 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE (view registration information)
Led Zeppelin Concert Night
Get ready to rock as No Quarter returns to Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre with a powerful tribute to Led Zeppelin and the legendary album Physical Graffiti. This electric night will be full of iconic tracks like “Kashmir,” “In My Time of Dying,” and more.
Date: August 15, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre and Event Center // 187 High Street NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $38.50 – $53.50 (view ticket information)
Bag to School Bag Sale
Mother Goose Resale Salem is hosting their special back-to-school Bag Sale on August 16! Stock up on all your kids’ back-to-school clothes for just $12 per bag. Doors open at 10:30 AM, and early birds are encouraged to come ready to shop!
Date: August 16, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: Mother Goose Resale Salem // 4815 Commercial St SE, Ste 170, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: $12 per bag
Run for Salem Free Clinics
Join the 13th annual Run for Salem Free Clinics at Minto-Brown Island Park and support free healthcare services for those in need. Participants can sign up for a scenic run or walk (10k, 5k, or 2 mile fun walk), which includes a Café Yumm bowl, access to the clinic’s snack table, and an event t-shirt.
Date: August 16, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Minto-Brown Island Park // 2200 Minto Island Rd SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: $35 (view registration information)
ServeFest 2025
Lakepoint Community Church is hosting their annual ServeFest 2025, a free community event offering a wide range of services and fun for the whole family. Stop by for school supplies, clothing giveaways, basic pet care, haircuts for kids, manicures, family photos, bike repairs with free helmets, food, music, raffle prizes, video games, and more.
Date: August 17, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Lakepoint Community Church // 2856 Broadway St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
Infinity Room Equipment Auction
Infinity Room is hosting a special live and silent auction to part with their A/V gear, kitchen and bar supplies, tools, building materials, and other items. All proceeds will go toward paying off business debts and reinvesting in the local community. Take part in free refreshments, browse the auction items, and enjoy this closing event hosted by auctioneer and comedian Jordan Cerminara.
Date: August 17, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Infinity Room // 210 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE to attend; items for auction
Make it a weekend to remember by shopping and supporting local in Salem!
