festivals + fairs

Punx in the Park — Live punk music meets community care at this youth-focused gathering. A free concert is the centerpiece for this event where young people can connect with local organizations, access free food and clothing, and explore hands-on creative activities. Built around support, belonging, and positive connections, it’s a reminder that punk has […]

Get a jump start with the Opening Night Party for the Annual Salem Art Fair & Festival — Kick off the Art Fair with an outdoor celebration filled with food, drinks, and live music. 6 to 8 p.m. Sept 10 at Bush’s Pasture Park, corner of Miller and Bush Streets. $40.

Boot Scoot and Brew — Country music, cold drinks, and a full day of festival fun. Catch live performances by Austin Gilbert from The Voice, Catnip Brothers, Jeremy Wayne McKern, and The Sweetwater Band, plus sample beer, wine, and spirits; browse vendors; enter raffles; and cheer on the zucchini races. Line dancing, dance demonstrations, bounce […]

Xicha Fest: Lucha Libre, Música, Cerveza y Más — Xicha Fest returns for its ninth year with live music, lucha libre, vendors, tattoos and more. Special guest Tijuana No! brings its mix of ska, rock, reggae and punk from Tijuana, Mexico. The family-friendly celebration honors Latin American culture and community; Xicha Brewing is the first […]

Hunt for Treasure. More than 100 handmade glass marbles will be hidden throughout Salem during The Great Marble Hunt, a citywide search for tiny treasures. Created by a variety of artists, each marble is unique, turning an afternoon of exploration into a chance to discover a one-of-a-kind piece of art while seeing the city in […]

The 6th annual Fairmount Hill Emergency Readiness Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the 500 block of Washington Street. Free; all welcome. Tell your neighbors.