Looking for fun activities in the Salem area this weekend? From annual activities like the Salem Art Fair & Festival and Mt Angel Oktoberfest to live music and outdoor adventures, check out these exciting events happening around town.
75th Annual Salem Art Fair & Festival
Join the celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Salem Art Fair & Festival! Enjoy nearly 200 artists, a diverse lineup of musical performances, and activities for all ages. With a rich history of bringing the best art and music to Salem, this year’s festival promises something for everyone.
Date: September 13 – 15, 2024
Time: Friday & Saturday 9 AM – 10 PM | Sunday 9 AM – 5 PM (activities during those time windows vary)
Location: Bush’s Pasture Park // 600 Mission St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: Varies (view ticket information)
Mt Angel Oktoberfest
Experience the charm of Mt Angel Oktoberfest, the Northwest’s oldest and most beloved folk festival. Drawing over 350,000 visitors annually, this Bavarian village event celebrates the harvest through many different ways—children’s activities, five Biergartens, world-class entertainment, and nearly 50 food booths serving Bavarian and local favorites. Enjoy performances from folk dancers, alphorn players, and Alpine rock bands, along with a car show, golf tournament, Wiener dog races, and more.
Date: September 12 – 15, 2024
Time: Schedule varies each day
Location: Mt Angel Oktoberfest // 23 N Garfield St, Mt Angel, OR 97362
Cost: $10 – $50 (view ticket information)
City of Salem Concerts in the Park
Enjoy a night of blues, jazz, and funk with the Blue Flame Dames (featuring Ellen Whyte and Joanne Broh) at the City of Salem Concerts in the Park, presented by Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre and Rivercity Rock Star Academy. Bring your family and friends to the Gerry Frank – Salem Rotary Amphitheater in Riverfront Park for a free evening of music!
Date: September 13, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Gerry Frank – Salem Rotary Amphitheater // 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
Punx in the Park – Rock Festival and Resource Fair
It’s that time again for Punx in the Park, a community-driven rock festival and resource fair that aims to support at-risk youth in Salem. Enjoy live punk rock music from six bands, browse over 50 resource booths, and grab a bite from local food trucks. This family-friendly event, held at Marion Square Skate Park, is free for all and features fun activities like a DIY battle vest station, free haircuts and meals for youth, and giveaways.
Date: September 14, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Marion Square Skate Park // 220 Union St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
Harvest Kickoff BBQ
Celebrate the start of grape harvesting season with a special BBQ at Ankeny Vineyard! Enjoy live music by Orchard Drive from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM while savoring your choice of delicious entrees and sides. The menu includes options like a Smash Burger, Loaded Chicago Dog, or Peach Habanero Pulled Pork Sandwich, with sides like Mac Salad and Dr. Pepper Bourbon Baked Beans. Don’t miss out on handmade ice cream sandwiches for dessert!
Date: September 14, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Ankeny Vineyard // 2565 Riverside Rd S, Salem, OR 97306
Cost: $35 per person; includes a beverage, one entree, and two sides (view reservation information)
Bailey Heide at Checkpoint 221
Catch Bailey Heide live at Checkpoint 221 for a fun evening of music. Enjoy great tunes in a relaxed atmosphere, with food and drinks available for purchase throughout the night from a wide variety of food trucks.
Date: September 14, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Checkpoint 221 // 1233 Riverbend Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
Cost: FREE (food and drinks for purchase)
Hops in the Cornstalks – Fall Adult Corn Maze Egg Hunt
Navigate a 6-acre corn maze while discovering beer and hard cider tasting stations at French Prairie Gardens! Enjoy live music, sunflower fields, and the chance to win exciting prizes, including farm-raised pork, pumpkins, growler fills, and more. With over $3,000 in prizes, this event promises fun for all!
Date: September 14 – 15, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: French Prairie Gardens // 17673 French Prairie Rd NE, St Paul, OR 97137
Cost: $40 – $80 per person (view ticket information)
Bauman’s Cider Trail & Sunflower Saturday
Test your skills in the corn maze while searching for hidden cider and beer stations at Bauman’s Farm and Garden. Spend a fun Saturday with friends, enjoy cider tasting, and explore the sunflower fields. With activities like hay rides, a playground, and an animal barn, there’s something for the whole family! U-Cut sunflowers will also be available for $2 per bloom. Cider trail is 21+.
Date: September 14, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Bauman’s Farm and Garden // 12989 Howell Prairie Rd NE, Gervais, OR 97026
Cost: $12 – $25 (view ticket information)
Bee’s Street Market
Mark your calendars for Bee’s Street Market at Aunt Bee’s House! Explore unique finds, delicious treats, and one-of-a-kind items at this charming outdoor market. It’s the perfect Sunday outing for shoppers and treasure hunters.
Date: September 15, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Aunt Bee’s House // 2679 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE to attend (items for purchase)
Willamette Valley Wine & Beer Festival
Celebrate fall in the heart of Oregon wine country at the Willamette Valley Wine & Beer Festival. Enjoy an afternoon of wine tasting, craft beer, live music from Old Crow, and delicious bites from local food trucks. Set in the Gerry Frank – Salem Rotary Amphitheater in Riverfront Park, this family-friendly event is the perfect way to spend an afternoon or unwind after the Willamette Valley 1/2 Marathon and 10K.
Date: September 15, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Salem Riverfront Park // 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $23 (view ticket information)
Hot Wheels Derby
Rev up for the first-ever Hot Wheels Derby at On Any Sundae! Bring your favorite Hot Wheels car to race against others on a variety of tracks for a chance to win an On Any Sundae gift card and bragging rights. Don’t have a Hot Wheels car? No problem—cars will be available to borrow or purchase on site.
Date: September 15, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: On Any Sundae // 3987 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE
No matter what you’re in the mood for, Salem has plenty to offer this weekend. Be sure to bring your friends and family to explore these local events!
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