It’s gearing up to be another weekend full of exciting events in Salem, Oregon! There are so many great opportunities to support local and be a part of the Salem community this month. Let’s take a look at a few things on the event calendar:
Sleeping Beauty, Briar Rose
Enjoy Corban Theatre’s opening weekend of “Sleeping Beauty, Briar Rose,” directed by Jeremiah Price. Written by Max Bush, this adaptation of the classic fairy tale (inspired by Charles Perrault and the Brothers Grimm) unfolds as a prince discovers a young woman among ancient ruins, who recounts the tale of a kingdom’s downfall and a curse placed on Princess Rose. Get your tickets now!
Date: March 7-9 & 15-17, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM (3/7 matinee @ 10:30 AM, 3/17 matinee @ 2:00 PM).
Location: Corban University // 5000 Deer Park Dr SE, Salem, OR 97317
Cost: $8 – $15 (view ticket information)
Saint-Saëns’ Organ Symphony and Violinist James Ehnes
Experience the majestic pipe organ and euphoric symphony of Saint-Saëns, paired with the lyrical beauty of Brahms’ Violin Concerto. Performed by violinist James Ehnes, Ehnes brings life to Brahms’ masterpiece. The will be conducted by Jonathon Heyward.
Date: March 8, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Willamette University // 300 Winter St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $37 – $52 (view ticket information)
Forever Fig Pop-up
Come by GA At Home this weekend for a pop-up with Laura from Fig Jewelry! The pop-up will explore a stunning collection of long-lasting bracelets made with high-quality materials. Plus, enjoy delicious treats and drinks from GA At Home’s new coffee bar.
Date: March 9, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: GA At Home // 5711 Gaffin Rd SE, Salem, OR 97317
Cost: FREE to attend, products for purchase
Tunes in the Tasting Room – Zach Abbe
Zenith Vineyard is hosting another “Tunes in the Tasting Room” event, featuring the talented Zach Abbe. Space is limited, so reservations are encouraged to secure a seat.
Date: March 9, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Zenith Vineyard // 5657 Zena Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
Cost: FREE to attend, food and wine for purchase (make a reservation)
Winter Wildlife Field Days at Bush’s Pasture Park
Winter Wildlife Field Days invites families to bilingual (English/Spanish) and accessible nature events in Salem and throughout the Willamette Valley! Participants can enjoy wildlife activities, pond studies, live bird sessions, and more. Visitors are welcome to drop by any time and stay as they wish. This year’s theme is “Worlds Unseen.”
Date: March 9, 2024
Time: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Bush’s Pasture Park // 600 Mission St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE
Dry Bar Comedy LIVE!
Dry Bar Comedy Tour LIVE is back, bringing the humor of its clean comedy series to live audiences. With over a billion online views and a huge fan base from their social media specials, Dry Bar’s live events feature favorite comedians from the series. Fans across the U.S. can now experience the laughter in person at these highly anticipated shows.
Date: March 9, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Elsinore Theatre // 170 High Street SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $25 – $35 | $30 – $40 day of show (view ticket information)
Music Showcase: Scott Austin
This Sunday, Old Zen Wine Bar’s Music Showcase will be featuring the talented Scott Austin. Visitors can explore Oregon wines while enjoying Scott’s soulful pop and Americana tunes. Known for his engaging solo acoustic performances, Scott creates an inviting atmosphere with his original music and classic covers. His performance is the perfect complement to an afternoon of fine wine and great company at Old Zen.
Date: March 10, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Old Zen Wine Bar // 1115 Edgewater St NW, Salem, OR 97304
Cost: FREE to attend, food and wine for purchase
From live performances to outdoor nature workshops, there’s a great variety of events going on in Salem this weekend. Mark your calendars, grab a friend, and go make some memories!