Enjoy a great weekend in Salem with these community events!
Park After Dark
Hosted by the City of Salem Recreation Services, Park After Dark invites kids aged 9-12 (and their families) to Minto-Brown Island Park for a guided 2-mile walk, embracing the sounds and sights of nature. With a bit of luck, participants will encounter the symphony of owls, crickets, frogs, and possibly spot bats. Be sure to dress for the weather—rain or shine!
Date: November 15 – 16, 2024
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Minto-Brown Island Park // 2200 Minto Island Rd SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: $10 per person or $20 per family (view ticket information)
Winter Soirée at Ankeny Vineyard
Enjoy an intimate evening at Ankeny Vineyard with exclusive seating for 60 guests, as Chef Ryan presents a four-course meal paired with estate-grown wines crafted by Drew Voit. Savor each course with a dedicated wine pairing, including beet salad with the 2022 Estate Pinot Noir and spiced sticky toffee pudding with the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon. Wine Club members may email for a discount code.
Date: November 15, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Ankeny Vineyard // 2565 Riverside Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
Cost: $120 per person (view ticket information)
The Teacher Show – 2 Shows at Infinity Room
If you’ve ever been a student, worked in, or dropped off a child at school, you won’t want to miss this comedy lineup. Featuring local educators sharing their funniest classroom stories, “Period 2” introduces a fresh lineup of hilarious new faces, including Don Gavitte, Naomi Fitter, Todd Basil, Tina Hogstrom, and Katie Nguyen. Infinity Room’s full kitchen and bar menu will be available during both shows.
Date: November 15, 2024
Early Show: Doors at 6 PM, Show at 7 PM (all ages, material may not be clean)
Late Show: Doors at 9 PM, Show at 9:30 PM (21+ show)
Location: Infinity Room // 210 Liberty St SE Ste 150, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $15 in advance / $20 at the door (view ticket information)
Corban Theatre presents “Fools” by Neil Simon
Corban University Theatre brings to life Neil Simon’s comic fable “Fools”, a story set in the Ukrainian village of Kulyenchikov, cursed with 200 years of chronic stupidity. This witty play is filled with humor and whimsy, but also leaves audiences pondering themes of truth, education, and love’s impact on individual and community life.
Showings:
- Thursday, November 14 @ 10:30 AM
- Friday, November 15 @ 7:30 PM
- Saturday, November 16 @ 7:30 PM
- Friday, November 22 @ 7:30 PM
- Saturday, November 23 @ 7:30 PM
- Sunday, November 24 @ 2:00 PM
Location: Corban University // 5000 Deer Park Dr SE, Salem, OR 97317
Cost: Adults $15, Students/Seniors/Children $12 (view ticket information)
Help Decorate Downtown Salem
Join Salem Main Street Association to bring festive cheer to Downtown Salem this holiday season! Volunteers are needed to help decorate on November 16th and 23rd, and during the Holiday Parade on November 29th. Contribute to decorating downtown with holiday lights and help make this season magical for the community.
Date: November 16, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Downtown Salem
Cost: FREE (sign up to help here)
Free Foot Check Day
Free Foot Check Day is back at Good Feet Salem! This 15-minute evaluation by a healthcare professional will assess your foot function and its potential impact on your ankles, knees, hips, and back. Enjoy a free fitting with an arch support specialist to explore solutions. Take a step toward better comfort and mobility.
Date: November 16, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Good Feet Salem // 721 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE (schedule in advance here)
Cascadia Pizza Co. Grand Opening
Celebrate the grand opening of Cascadia Pizza Co. in Salem with delicious wood-fired pizzas and exciting giveaways! The first 100 guests will have a chance to win free pizza for a year. Come enjoy opening day specials, craft beer, and a taste of Cascadia’s signature flavors in this iconic spot.
Date: November 16, 2024
Time: Ribbon cutting at 11:00 AM; doors open shortly after
Location: Cascadia Pizza Co. // 500 Liberty St SE Ste 150, Salem, OR 97301 (formerly Basil & Board)
Cost: FREE to attend; food and drink for purchase
2024 World Beat Holiday Night Market
Hosted by the Salem Multicultural Institute and World Beat, the 2024 Holiday Night Market at Willamette Heritage Center will feature diverse vendors, festive music, and delicious food and drinks to kick off the holiday season. Don’t miss this unique, community-centered shopping experience in the Spinning Room!
Date: November 16, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Willamette Heritage Center // 1313 Mill St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE to attend; items for purchase
Cherry City Roller Derby Fall Tripleheader
Get ready for an action-packed day with Cherry City Roller Derby’s Fall Tripleheader, featuring all three of their teams in back-to-back bouts! This family-friendly event offers food, beverages, and plenty of derby excitement.
Schedule:
- 2:30 PM – Doors Open
- 3:30 PM – Renegades vs. Alter Egos
- 6:00 PM – 8 Wheel Assassins vs. Team Oregon
- 7:30 PM – Cherry Blossoms vs. Unhinged Avengers
Date: November 16, 2024
Time: 2:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Cherry City Roller Derby // 1335 Madison St. NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $12 presale / $15 at the door ($16 credit card); $30 family pass (2 adults + kids under 13), children 5 & under free (view ticket information)
AMADEUS – A Reel Change For Our Community Benefit Screening for Festival Chorale Oregon
Visit Salem Cinema for a special one-night screening of AMADEUS, benefiting Festival Chorale Oregon. Celebrate the 40th anniversary of this Academy Award-winning film—depicting the intense rivalry between Mozart and Salieri—while supporting a local cause.
Date: November 17, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Salem Cinema // 1127 Broadway St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $15 in advance / $18 day of event (view ticket information)
Make this weekend one to remember with these events happening across Salem. Embrace the season, engage in community, and join in the fun all around town.
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