Can you believe November is upon us? Let’s welcome the month by attending some of these great local events that are going on in Salem.
(We also had to include some Halloween events in case you or your family are still looking for something to do).
Halloween Events:
Halloween Weekend Chocolate and Wine Pairing
From October 31 through November 3, Left Coast Estate is offering an exclusive Halloween weekend experience with a chocolate and wine pairing.
Date: October 31 – November 3, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Left Coast Estate // 4225 N Pacific Hwy #99W, Rickreall, OR 97371
Cost: $25 (view reservation information)
Trick-or-Treating at Deepwood!
Bring your little ones to Deepwood Museum & Gardens for Halloween trick-or-treating at the museum’s front door! This free event is prepared to welcome up to 500 trick-or-treaters with pumpkin sugar cookies provided by Roth’s Fresh Markets.
Date: October 31, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Deepwood Museum & Gardens // 1116 Mission St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE
Halloween Family Carnival
Join Salem First Church of the Nazarene for a Halloween Family Carnival, a free community event packed with carnival games, candy prizes, popcorn, ice cream, and a raffle with chances to win a family gift basket or kids’ bicycle.
Date: October 31, 2024
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Salem First Church of the Nazarene // 1550 Market St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
Trunk or Treat
Bring your kiddos in costume for a fun evening of trunk-or-treating at Gateway Foursquare Church!
Date: October 31, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Gateway Foursquare Church // 525 Idylwood Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE
Family Fall Fest
Lakepoint Community Church invites families to their Family Fall Fest—a fun and safe alternative to trick-or-treating. Join in for a free evening featuring a hot dog dinner, games, a photo booth, and plenty of candy for everyone.
Date: October 31, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Lakepoint Community Church // 2856 Broadway St NE, Salem, OR 97303
Cost: FREE
Trunk or Treat and Costume Contest
Families can enjoy free entry to iWingz’ spooky Trunk or Treat and Costume Contest, featuring a huge arcade, food, drinks, and decorated trunks filled with treats. Be sure to wear your best costume for a chance to win a giant stuffed animal (winner announced at 7 PM).
Date: October 31, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: iWingz // 2445 25th St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE entry
Quiltopia – Quilt Show at the Mill 2024
Experience the beauty of quilting at the 2024 Quiltopia Quilt Show at the Willamette Heritage Center. This year’s event will feature a range of Oregon-inspired quilting displays, including Quilters in the Garden at Gaiety Hollow in partnership with the Lord and Schryver Conservancy.
Date: November 1, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Willamette Heritage Center // 1313 Mill St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $7 admission
Holiday Marketplace at the Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center
Kick off the holiday season by attending the Holiday Marketplace at the Oregon State Fair!! This festive marketplace will feature over 150 vendors, door prizes, raffles, seasonal food and drinks, arts and crafts, live music, and a special visit from Santa.
Date: November 1 – 3, 2024
Time: Friday 5 PM – 8 PM | Saturday 10 AM – 6 PM | Sunday 11 AM – 4 PM
Location: Oregon State Fair & Exposition Center // 2330 17th St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $5 (view ticket information)
First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Salem
Explore local art, live music, and pop-up events during Downtown Salem’s First Friday Art Walk! Stroll through downtown from 5 PM to 8 PM, where participating businesses will showcase artwork and host special activities. For a fun additional challenge, grab an Art Walk Passport and enter for a chance to win the Art Walk Raffle Basket.
Date: November 1, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Downtown Salem
Cost: FREE
Raingarden Workshop & Seed Swap
Join Marion County Environmental Services and local gardeners at Keizer Rapids Park for a Raingarden Workshop, where participants can learn about sustainable gardening techniques and rainwater management. Following the workshop, a community seed swap will take place from noon to 2 PM—bring seeds to share and swap for new varieties!
Date: November 2, 2024
Time: Workshop 9 AM – 12 PM | Seed Swap 12 PM – 2 PM
Location: Keizer Rapids Park // 1900 Chemawa Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303
Cost: FREE (register here)
Play Chess at the Salem Public Library
Join Salem Scholastic Chess for an open chess session at the Salem Public Library! Bring your own chess set and clock if you’d like to play timed games. This event will provide a relaxed setting for casual chess play and welcomes all ages and skill levels.
Date: November 2, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Salem Public Library, Anderson Room A // 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE
Rustic Valley at The Yard
Enjoy live music from Rustic Valley at The Yard Food Park, where the band will perform new songs and crowd favorites. With a full bar, family-friendly atmosphere, and a variety of food options from local food trucks, it’s the perfect spot to unwind with great tunes.
Date: November 2, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: The Yard Food Park // 4106 State St, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE (food and drink available for purchase)
Leonid & Friends: A Tribute to the Music of Chicago
Experience an incredible tribute to the music of Chicago with Leonid & Friends at the Elsinore Theatre. A limited number of $125 post-show meet & greet tickets are also available, including a group photo with the band. Reserved seating is available for all ages.
Date: November 2, 2024
Time: Doors at 6:30 PM, show at 7:30 PM
Location: Elsinore Theatre // 170 High St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: Tickets start at $27.50 (view ticket information)
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