It’s going to be a beautiful June weekend in Salem, Oregon, and there are a lot of wonderful events happening in the area! We welcome you to take a look at the local happenings and get out in the community this weekend.
Make Music Salem 2024
Every year on June 21, the world unites through song on Make Music Day. This international celebration usually takes place on the Summer Solstice (however, this year the solstice is on the 20th) and is an amazing way to connect to your city and community through the magic of music. You can find live music performances all over Salem on Friday, from downtown to Riverfront, North to South Salem, at parks, in alleys, in front of businesses, and more. You won’t want to miss out on this summer kick-off! ☀️
Just a few Make Music Day Events:
Make Music Day Salem: Peace Plaza (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Make Music Day at Infinity Room (12:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
RiverCity Shows at Make Music Salem (1:00 PM – 8:30 PM)
Make Music Day Silent Disco: Riverfront Park (7:00 PM – Midnight)
Date: June 21, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: All over Salem!
Cost: FREE
Cancer Awareness Weekend with Salem-Keizer Volcanoes
Join the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes for their annual Cancer Awareness Weekend. Free tickets are available for all cancer survivors and their families to attend any game on Friday (6 PM), Saturday (1 PM or 6 PM), or Sunday (5 PM). Email [email protected] for ticket inquiries. This event is made possible by Dr. Bud Pierce and the Oregon Oncology Specialists.
Date: June 21 – 23, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Volcanoes Stadium // 6700 Field of Dreams Way NE, Salem, OR 97303
Cost: FREE for cancer survivors and their families
STRIDE 5K & 10K Run/Walk
Come down to Riverfront Park this weekend and participate in June’s STRIDE 5K or 10K events! All ages and abilities are welcome to join. Bring your kids along in a stroller, or have your dog join you (on a leash). You can register beforehand or sign up day-of.
Date: June 22, 2024
Time: 8:45 AM – 10:30 AM
Location: Riverfront Park // 101 Front St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $10 – $15 (view registration information)
“Curious About Composting?” Workshop
The Marion County Master Gardeners Association is putting on a free demonstration on composting! They’ll be covering bin composting, vermicomposting with worms, as well as the bokashi method. Make sure you come ready with questions!
Additionally, participants will have the chance to win a book about composting and food waste reduction.
Date: June 22, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Marion Demonstration Garden // 3180 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE (pre-registration required)
Ice Cream Social at LifeSource Natural Foods
Come by LifeSource Natural Foods on Saturday for a free community resource fair and ice cream tasting! There will be free samples, local non-profits and community organizations, and flash sales around the store for one day only.
Date: June 22, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: LifeSource Natural Foods // 2649 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE
La Familia Hard Cider Adoption Event
Salem Friends of Felines and La Familia Hard Cider will be holding an adoption event on Saturday, June 22nd. Cuddle cute kittens, eat great food, and enjoy local hard cider at La Familia. You never know, you might go home with a new family member (or two)!
Date: June 22, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: La Familia Hard Cider // 231 Court St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE to attend (food and drinks for purchase)
Game Day For Adults at Salem Public Library
June 22nd is Game Day at the Salem Public Library! This adults-only event is a great way to meet new friends, learn new games, and find community. Bring your own favorite game or roll the dice and join an existing table. Snacks will be provided.
Date: June 22, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Salem Public Library // 585 Liberty St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
Sunny Pache Live at Checkpoint 221
Catch Sunny Pache’s live performance at Checkpoint 221 in West Salem. Originally from New England and then spending a few years in the Appalachian foothills, Sunny is a local singer-songwriter with an alternative folk sound. His music will remind you of a thoughtfully-told story around the warm glow of a fire.
Date: June 22, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Checkpoint 221 // 1190 River Bend Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
Cost: FREE to attend (food and drink for purchase)
Poet-Songwriters in Performance
The Mid-Valley Poetry Society is holding a Poetry in Performance event at the Willamette Heritage Center, featuring four Oregon poet-songwriters with recent books or albums. Featured poet-songwriters Colette Tennant, Sue Fagalde Lick, Kristen Grainger, and John Van Dreal—along with performing musicians Dan Wetzel and Kevin Rentz—will join moderator Mike Schuler in conversation about how they practice their two art forms. Enjoy poetry readings and song performances at this free event. Donations are welcomed, and books and CDs will be available for purchase.
Date: June 23, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Willamette Heritage Center Dye House // 1313 Mill St SE, Ste 200, Salem, OR 97304
Cost: FREE to attend
With so many wonderful events happening around the city, it’s hard to choose where to go first! As always, support local and have a great weekend, Salem.
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