This weekend in Salem has a lot of great activities for the whole family, including live performances, art exhibits, workshops, and more.
AARP: Understanding Social Security Benefits
Join AARP for a free workshop at the Salem Public Library focused on Social Security. Learn the differences between full, early, and delayed benefits, discover how to secure your earned benefits, and gain insight into the future of Social Security. This informative session will help you make confident decisions about your financial future.
Date: January 10, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Salem Public Library // 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
January Opening Reception at the Bush Barn Art Center
Start the new year with inspiring art at the Bush Barn Art Center’s January Opening Reception. Enjoy exciting new exhibits, including “An Angel Will Appear” by EGOR Eilish Gormley in the Focus Gallery; “ReEnvisioned: Contemporary Portraits of Our Black Ancestors” by Jeremy Okai in the A.N. Bush Gallery; and new works from SAA Represented Regional Artists in the Camas and Annex Gallery. Artist introductions begin at 6:00 PM.
Date: January 10, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Bush Barn Art Center // 600 Mission St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE
Jamila Maries & Nathan Olsen Live at Ankeny Vineyard
Relax at Ankeny Vineyard with live music from Jamila Maries, one of the valley’s finest vocalists, accompanied by the creative keyboard stylings of Nathan Olsen. Savor the evening’s music with a glass of wine! Estate Club members receive a complimentary glass selection, and Club 107 members can choose from any wines available by the glass. A $5 deposit per person is required.
Date: January 10, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Ankeny Vineyard // 2565 Riverside Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
Cost: $5 deposit per person (view reservation information)
LIVE Comedy with Adam Pasi
Enjoy a night of laughter at The BAD Space with headlining comedian Adam Pasi, joined by David Tveite and Chad Johnson. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the show starting at 8:00 PM. Don’t miss this hilarious lineup!
Date: January 10, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM (doors at 7:00 PM)
Location: The BAD Space // 2572 19th St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: $11.30 (view ticket information)
Pat Travers Band at The Grand Theatre
Rock and blues fans won’t want to miss the legendary Pat Travers live at Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre. Known for hits like “Boom Boom (Out Go the Lights)” and “Snortin’ Whiskey,” Travers has wowed audiences for decades with his electrifying guitar skills and gritty vocals. With a career spanning classic rock, blues, and high-energy performances, this concert promises unforgettable riffs and raw power.
Date: January 10, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM (doors at 7:00 PM)
Location: Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre and Event Center // 187 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $40 General Admission (view ticket information)
Read to a Pet
Encourage young readers to build confidence by reading aloud to friendly, four-legged volunteers at Salem Public Library. This drop-in event in the Children’s Corner offers a fun and supportive atmosphere for kids to practice their reading skills with attentive furry friends and their human companions.
Date: January 11, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Salem Public Library // 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
Cyrus Nabipoor Quartet
Enjoy an evening of live jazz and rock fusion with the talented Cyrus Nabipoor Quartet at Christo’s Pizzeria & Lounge. Led by acclaimed trumpeter and composer Cyrus Nabipoor, the group features Jack Radsliff on guitar, Garrett Baxter on bass, and Micah Hummel on drums. Known for his honest and distinctive sound, Nabipoor has graced festivals such as PDX Jazz Fest and Montavilla Jazz Fest and recently released his debut studio album, In Lieu of Tears.
Date: January 11, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Christo’s Pizzeria & Lounge // 1108 Broadway St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $20 (view ticket information)
Comedian Cara Rosellini at Infinity Room
Spend an evening of laughter with comedian Cara Rosellini at Infinity Room. Known for her dry wit and sharp writing, Cara has performed at venues like the Hollywood Improv and the Comedy Store, as well as comedy competitions across the West Coast. With a career spanning stand-up, acting, and writing, her unique style will keep the audience entertained and intrigued. The event is all ages but the material will not be clean. Full kitchen and bar menus will be available during the event.
Date: January 11, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM (doors at 7:00 PM)
Location: Infinity Room // 210 Liberty St SE Ste 150, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $15 online, $20 at the door (view ticket information)
Portland Youth Philharmonic’s Sound Garden Concert
Experience an afternoon of breathtaking music with Portland Youth Philharmonic’s first Sound Garden concert of the year. Acclaimed pianist Llewellyn Sánchez-Werner takes center stage in six extraordinary works for piano and orchestra. Highlights include Turina’s Rapsodia Sinfónica, Liszt’s Malédiction, and vibrant pieces from modern American composers.
Date: January 12, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Hudson Hall, Willamette University // 935 Mill St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: Adults $20, Seniors $15, Students $5 (view ticket information)
Salem Symphonic Winds Presents Roald Dahl’s Little Red Riding Hood
Join Salem Symphonic Winds for the U.S. premiere of James Patterson’s arrangement of Little Red Riding Hood, with narration by Jeff Witt, bringing Roald Dahl’s humorous twist on the classic tale to life. The concert also features the U.S. premiere of Satoshi Yagisawa’s Angels in Allchin Garden, music from the anime Spirited Away by Joe Hisaishi, Julie Giroux’s To the Bells of Berlin Cathedral, and Prokofiev’s Overture on Hebrew Themes. This performance is part of the Winds’ 50th anniversary season.
Date: January 12, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Rose Auditorium, South Salem High School // 615 Howard St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: Adults $20, Seniors $15, Students $5 (view ticket information)
We hope you enjoy some of these great events happening in Salem this weekend!
