Spring fun is blooming in Salem this weekend! Enjoy live music, family outings, cultural events, and local experiences.
Deepwood Plant Sale and Horticultural Tours
Deepwood Museum & Gardens invites the community to its spring Plant Sale, featuring hard-to-find native and companion plants, pottery, houseplants, and more. Guests can also enjoy free educational programming throughout the event, including guided nature trail tours, formal garden tours led by the Lord & Schryver Conservancy, a history talk on exotic plant collecting during the Victorian era, and free guided tours of the museum home.
Plant experts will be available to answer questions, and a portion of proceeds will support Deepwood’s preservation efforts and programs.
Date: March 20 – 21, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Deepwood Museum & Gardens // 1116 Mission St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE to attend; items for purchase
Playgrounds Cafe Grand Opening
Gilbert House Children’s Museum is celebrating their grand opening of Playgrounds Café, a new spot designed to help families recharge during a day of exploration.
The café offers a place for kids and caregivers to grab a bite, enjoy a coffee break, and reset before heading back out for more museum fun. The first 50 guests will also receive a free limited-edition sticker to mark the occasion.
Date: March 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Gilbert House Children’s Museum // 116 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: Included with admission
2026 Yard, Garden, & Home Show presented by Sarmiento’s Roofing & Garage Doors
The 2026 Yard, Garden, & Home Show, presented by Sarmiento’s Roofing & Garage Doors, brings a full weekend of inspiration to the Oregon State Fair & Expo Center. Guests can explore the latest in home design, landscaping, outdoor living, remodeling, and new construction while connecting with trusted local professionals. With garden displays, fresh ideas, and helpful resources all in one place, this free event is a great stop for homeowners and future homeowners planning their next project.
Date: March 20 – 22, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Oregon Expo Center // 2330 17th St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE admission
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra
The Elsinore Theatre will welcome The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra for an evening celebrating the timeless sound of one of the most beloved big bands in music history. Known for classics like In the Mood, Chattanooga Choo Choo, and Moonlight Serenade, the orchestra continues to bring Glenn Miller’s music to audiences around the world.
Date: March 20, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM PDT
Location: The Elsinore Theatre // 170 High St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $51.77 – $81.74 (view ticket information)
Call Down Thunder & Caught Dead Handed Perform The Grateful Dead
Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre will host Call Down Thunder and Caught Dead Handed for a night of psychedelic jam rock inspired by The Grateful Dead! This all-ages show invites local music fans to enjoy a thrilling evening filled with classic tunes and a fun live concert atmosphere.
Date: March 20, 2026
Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre // 187 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $13 presale; $20 at the door (view ticket information)
Cherry Blossom Day at the Capitol
The Cherry Blossoms are blooming at the Oregon State Capitol! Come celebrate Cherry Blossom Day with a special lineup of music, dance, cultural demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. Held inside the Capitol building, this free public event features performances in the Rotunda, Japanese tea ceremonies, and ikebana demonstrations throughout the day.
Date: March 21, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Oregon State Capitol // 201 W Summer St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
The Cherry City Classic
The Cherry City Classic returns to the Oregon State Fairgrounds for a weekend featuring an indoor custom motorcycle show, tattoo expo, live motorcycle racing, live music, hot rods, vendors, art, and more. With activities happening in Columbia Hall and at Salem Speedway, this crowd-favorite event brings together motorcycle enthusiasts, artists, and local fans for an action-packed weekend in Salem.
VIP tickets, day passes, and race passes are available. Children 10 and under can attend the bike show for free with an adult.
Date: March 21 – 22, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (hours may differ)
Location: Oregon State Fairgrounds // 2330 17th St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $15 – $45 | $10 for parking (view ticket information)
Kalapuya Weaving: Traditional Lifeways Presentation
Salem Public Library will host educator Stephanie Craig for a presentation on traditional Kalapuyan lifeways, culture, and ecological knowledge connected to the region. As a seventh-generation traditional basket weaver and owner of Kalapuya Weaving and Consulting, Craig will share foods, medicines, plants, tools, and family items passed down through generations.
Date: March 21, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Salem Public Library // 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
Beginning Sourdough at Chemeketa Cellars – West Salem!
Pointer Farms Bakery is hosting a Beginning Sourdough Class at Chemeketa Cellars West Salem, offering a helpful introduction for anyone ready to start their sourdough journey. Attendees will learn the basics in a welcoming group setting with all materials provided. Additional class dates as well as private classes are also available.
Date: March 21, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Chemeketa Cellars West Salem // 215 Doaks Ferry Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
Cost: $50 (view ticket information)
Jordan World Circus – Salem, Oregon
Jordan World Circus is bringing its all-new GLOW Circus to Salem Armory Auditorium for a weekend of bright lights, high-energy entertainment, and family-friendly fun! Look forward to three rings of glowing excitement featuring international circus performers, daring stunts, and memorable acts designed to delight all ages.
Date: March 21 – 22, 2026
Time: Multiple showtimes available
Location: Salem Armory Auditorium // 2310 17th St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: Starting at $9.88 (view ticket information)
Welcome spring to Salem by checking out some of these local events! Happy weekend, Salem.
