It’s Labor Day weekend, and there’s plenty happening in Salem, Oregon to make the most of the last days of summer! From exciting sales to community events and live music, there’s something on the calendar for everyone to enjoy.
End of Summer Sidewalk Sale
Get ready for some fantastic bargains at Real Deals’ End of Summer Sidewalk Sale. This sale features select furniture and home decor up to 75% off, plus $5 and $10 clothing bins. Just in time for football season, check out the new graphic tees and sweatshirts. Make sure to visit early to grab the best finds!
Date: August 29 – 31, 2024
Time: Thursday 10 AM – 6 PM | Friday 10 AM – 5 PM | Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
Location: Real Deals Salem // 3999 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE to attend (items available for purchase)
WillaMutt Strut
Show your love for shelter animals at the WillaMutt Strut at Riverfront Park, hosted by the Oregon Humane Society. Participate in a 5K or 1K run or walk with your pup and enjoy a dog-friendly festival with local vendors, food trucks, and fun activities. This fundraiser is a great way to spend the day with your pet while supporting a great cause!
Date: August 31, 2024
Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Riverfront Park // 200 Water St. NE Salem, OR 97301
Cost: Varies (view registration information)
How to Prune and Train Blackberries Workshop
Learn how to care for your blackberry plants at the How to Prune and Train Blackberries Workshop hosted by the Marion County Master Gardeners Association. Experts will guide you through proper pruning techniques to ensure your plants bear more fruit next year. This free workshop requires pre-registration.
Date: August 31, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Marion Demonstration Garden // 3180 Center St NE Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE (pre-registration required)
Polk Flea Market 2024 Season Kickoff
The Polk Flea Market’s 2024 season kicks off on August 31st with an exciting early admission event. Explore three buildings filled with vendors offering unique treasures, and don’t miss the special presentation of rare science magazines from the 1920s-1950s. For flea market regulars, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Date: August 31, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Polk Flea Market // 520 S Pacific Hwy W, 99W, Rickreall, OR
Cost: $5 admission (items available for purchase)
Fête Bohéme: Wine, Art & Music in the Vineyard
Join Strangeland Vineyards & Winery for Fête Bohéme, a celebration of wine, art, and music on August 31st. Enjoy live performances, explore unique art vendors, and savor delicious food and wine in a picturesque vineyard setting. Whether you choose to enjoy a glass or participate in a workshop, this event promises an afternoon or creativity and rest to celebrate the harvest.
Date: August 31, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Strangeland Vineyards & Winery // 855 Hopewell Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
Cost: Varies (view admission information)
Indoor Herb Gardening
The Salem Public Library will host a special Indoor Herb Gardening workshop on August 31. Led by OSU Extension Community Horticulturalist Brooke Edmunds, this event will teach you how to grow herbs indoors! Participants will receive herb seed packets, a booklet of recipes, and a chance to win an indoor herb garden kit. Seating is first-come, first-served.
Date: August 31, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Salem Public Library // 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, Oregon 97302
Cost: FREE
Ted Vaughn Blues Band
Don’t miss the final summer show at Stomp by Croft Vineyards featuring the Ted Vaughn Blues Band! This free event is a perfect way to cap off the summer season with great music, food, and wine. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the music in the orchard. (No outside food or drink allowed).
Date: August 31, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Stomp by Croft Vineyards // 5475 River Road S, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE to attend (Food, wine, and beverages available for purchase)
Hills to Stayton (49 Miles)
Join Salem’s Social Cyclists on September 1st for a challenging ride from Bush Park to Stayton. The 49-mile round-trip route features several hills, making it a great workout. The ride will include a stop in Stayton for a well-deserved bite to eat. Everyone rides as a group, making sure no one is left behind!
Date: September 1, 2024
Time: 8:30 AM
Location: Meet at the rose garden in Bush’s Pasture Park // 600 Mission St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE (Bring money for lunch)
Trivia Sundays in the Beer Vault
Test your knowledge at Venti’s Cafe + Beer Vault during Trivia Sundays. Hosted every other Sunday by Ronan Baker, this fun and challenging trivia night is a great way to spend your evening with friends. Grab a drink from the vault, gather your team, and see if you have what it takes to win!
Date: September 1, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Venti’s Cafe + Beer Vault // 325 Court St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE (Food and beverages for purchase)
Labor Day Lakeside with Hit Machine
Celebrate Labor Day with music and lakeside views at Eola Hills Wine Cellars’ Legacy Estate Vineyard. The lawn opens at noon, with music from Hit Machine starting at 1 PM. Come unwind and enjoy the holiday with friends, family, and great local wine.
Date: September 2, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Eola Hills Wine Cellars Legacy Estate Vineyard // 1600 Oak Grove Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
Cost: Varies (view ticket information)
Labor Day weekend in Salem is packed with exciting events and activities for everyone to enjoy. From bargain hunting to listening to live music to supporting local causes, there is a way to get involved in the Salem community. What will you be doing to make the most of the long weekend?
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