Looking for exciting things to do this weekend in Salem? From fall festivals to live music and community celebrations, here’s a great lineup of events happening in the area!
Polk County Fall 2024 Home Show
The Polk County Fall Home Show returns for three days of home and garden inspiration. With over 50 vendors, you’ll discover a wide range of products and services to help improve your living spaces.
Date: September 20 – 22, 2024
Time: Friday: 12 PM – 6 PM | Saturday: 10 AM – 5 PM | Sunday: 10 AM – 3 PM
Location: Polk County Fairgrounds // 520 S Pacific Hwy W, Rickreall, OR 97371
Cost: FREE
Rodeo of Champions – 2024 NPRA Finals
Don’t miss the thrilling Rodeo of Champions at the 2024 NPRA Finals! Watch as the top 12 cowboys and cowgirls compete in events like Bullriding, Barrel Racing, and Steer Wrestling. With over 1,000 contestants throughout the year, these finalists are truly the Best in the West!
Date: September 20 – 21, 2024
Time: Friday at 7 PM | Saturday at 1 PM & 7 PM
Location: Oregon State Fairgrounds and Expo Center // 2330 17th Street NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: Varies (view ticket information)
An Evening with Steven Curtis Chapman
Experience a night of music with Steven Curtis Chapman, the most awarded artist in Christian music history. With over 50 No. 1 singles and five GRAMMY® Awards, Chapman will perform at the Elsinore Theatre on Friday. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy his iconic hits live!
Date: September 20, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Elsinore Theatre // 170 High St SE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: $38 – $63 (view ticket information)
2024 Bauman’s Harvest Festival (Opening Weekend)
Celebrate the 37th Annual Bauman’s Harvest Festival from September 21 through October 30! Enjoy family-friendly activities, including their iconic corn maze, dark hay maze, hay rides, pumpkin patch, ropes course, obstacle course, giant swings, animal barn, and MORE. Weekday visitors will have access to limited activities, while all events are available on weekends. The festival is closed on Mondays.
Date: September 21 – October 30, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (admissions close at 4:00 PM)
Location: Bauman’s Farm and Garden // 12989 Howell Prairie Rd NE, Gervais, OR 97026
Cost: $15 – $30 (view ticket information)
Zoomie World’s 2nd Annual Dog Fair
Zoomie World invites you to their 2nd Annual Dog Fair, following the success of last year’s event! Join in for a day of ulti-mutt fun, featuring local vendors, food, a costume contest, and opportunities to adopt a new lovable family member. Explore the facility and help dogs find their furever homes!
Date: September 21, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Zoomie World Dog Daycare // 4755 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR 97305
Cost: FREE to attend (items available for purchase)
Fall Porch Pot Workshop
Get creative and welcome the fall season with a custom-designed porch pot at Wavra Farms and Nursery. Choose from various pots and plants to match your style, and receive guidance from gardening professionals on creating the perfect autumn display. All materials are priced à la carte, and the class fee includes potting soil and instruction.
Date: September 21, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Wavra Farms and Nursery // 7882 Jordan St SE, Salem, OR 97317
Cost: $10 (class fee, materials priced separately)
Salem Pride in the Park 2024
This year’s Salem Pride in the Park event will feature over 200 booths with handmade items from LGBTQ+ vendors, free resources, entertainment, food trucks, and more.
Date: September 21, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Riverfront Park // 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301
Cost: FREE
33rd Annual Oregon Grape Stomp Competition & Harvest Celebration
Join the fun at the 33rd Annual Oregon Grape Stomp Championship & Harvest Celebration at Willamette Valley Vineyards. Enjoy wine, live music, food, and a costume contest, or try your hand (or feet!) at grape stomping for a chance to win prizes.
Date: September 21 – 22, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Willamette Valley Vineyards – Estate Winery // 8800 Enchanted Way SE, Turner, OR 97392
Cost: $30 general admission (view ticket information), $70 to compete (view ticket information)
Jade Rabbit Rescue Meet and Greet Adoption Event
Jade Rabbit Rescue will be in town for an exciting meet & greet adoption event! Visit The Fussy Duck to meet adoptable bunnies, shop for bunny-themed merchandise, and stock up on bunny supplies. Don’t miss a chance to say hello to Potato, the rescue’s resident spokesbunny!
Date: September 21, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: The Fussy Duck // 3170 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE to attend
Pendleton Highway at Honky Tonk Bar & Grill
Put on your boots and hats for a lively night with Pendleton Highway at the Honky Tonk Bar & Grill! Be entertained by a night of country music, great company, and delicious food and drinks.
Date: September 21, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Honky Tonk Bar & Grill // 2275 McGilchrist St SE, Salem, OR 97302
Cost: FREE to attend (food and drink available for purchase)
Yoga + Wine Salem | Coria Estates
Relax and rejuvenate on Sunday with Yoga + Wine at Coria Estates. Enjoy a 60-minute, all-levels yoga class led by Vanessa Rios, followed by a glass of wine with stunning vineyard views. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat! Register in advance to secure your spot.
Date: September 22, 2024
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Coria Estates // 555 Misty Hill Ln SE, Salem, OR 97306
Cost: $5 – $10 suggested donation per yogi (view registration information)
With so many terrific events happening in and around Salem this weekend, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Let’s make the most of these opportunities to connect with the local community and create new memories!
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