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    • September 2026

    • Wed 30

      Chemeketa Mini Farmers Market

      September 30 @ 11:30 am

      Salem Community Markets organizes a Mini Farmers Market, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays through September at Chemeketa Community College’s Agriculture Building off 45th Ave. Open to the public.

      Free admission
    • Wed 30

      Analog Hour

      September 30 @ 4:00 pm

      Bring a book journal, sketch pad, board game, puzzle and take a break during Analog Hour, 4 to 7 p.m. every Wednesday at Noira, 285 Liberty St NE, Suite 135. $10 of select wine pours and snacks.

      $10
    • Wed 30

      Live music with Flashback

      September 30 @ 7:00 pm
      concert + live music

      Live music with Flashback — 7 p.m. Sept 30 at Half Penny Public House, 3743 Commercial St SE

    • Wed 30

      Queer Salsa Nights

      September 30 @ 7:00 pm Queer Salsa Nights
      Salem's Riverfront Park 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR, United States

      Join us for inclusive and beginner-friendly Latin dance! 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday Nights at Riverfront Amphitheater through the summer $5 suggested donation (lesson included)

      $5
    • October 2026

    • Thu 1

      ​The Grand Showcase: Smaller by Design

      October 1 - November 9
      The Grand Hotel in Salem 201 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR, United States
      art + exhibitions

      ​The Grand Showcase: Smaller by Design​ We are living in a world of constant noise—digital pings, global upheaval, and the relentless pace of modern life. Yet, in the middle of this chaos, we find anchors that ground us. This exhibition seeks textile and fiber-based works that explore the personal sanctuaries where we find peace and […]

      free
    • Thu 1

      Our Heritage. Our Future Luncheon

      October 1 @ 12:00 pm
      Willamette Heritage Center 1313 Mill St, Salem, United States

      Honoring Our Past. Inspiring Our Future.  What would Salem have been like without the Thomas Kay Woolen Mill? Who would be the stewards of Salem’s historical past if not the WHC? Join us October 1st to learn more about the great legacy of “that big red building” in the Heart of Salem and walk away […]

    • Thu 1

      Queer Salsa Nights

      October 1 @ 7:00 pm Queer Salsa Nights
      Salem's Riverfront Park 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR, United States

      Join us for inclusive and beginner-friendly Latin dance! 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday Nights at Riverfront Amphitheater through the summer $5 suggested donation (lesson included)

      $5
    • Fri 2

      Traveling Wheelz Open Skate: Emo/Punk

      October 2 @ 7:30 pm

      Friday night open skate takes on a Emo/Punk theme. Festive attire is encouraged, and all ages are welcome for this family-friendly skate night. Advance purchase recommended as these nights often sell out.

      See website
    • Sat 3

      Cats Just Wanna Have Fun (Paws & Purrsonality Gala)

      October 3 @ 5:00 pm
      Salem Convention Center 200 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR, United States

      Put on your leg warmers and make your hair big, because Friends of Felines' annual gala is back with an 80s theme! “Cats Just Wanna Have Fun!” is an evening of games, prizes, a huge silent auction, an exciting live auction, and tons of FUN. Grab a bunch of friends and buy a table or […]

      $75
    • Wed 7

      Queer Salsa Nights

      October 7 @ 7:00 pm Queer Salsa Nights
      Salem's Riverfront Park 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR, United States

      Join us for inclusive and beginner-friendly Latin dance! 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday Nights at Riverfront Amphitheater through the summer $5 suggested donation (lesson included)

      $5
    • Thu 8

      Queer Salsa Nights

      October 8 @ 7:00 pm Queer Salsa Nights
      Salem's Riverfront Park 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR, United States

      Join us for inclusive and beginner-friendly Latin dance! 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday Nights at Riverfront Amphitheater through the summer $5 suggested donation (lesson included)

      $5
    • Fri 9

      Traveling Wheelz Open Skate: 70s Disco Fever

      October 9 @ 7:30 pm

      Friday night open skate takes on a 70s Disco Fever theme. Festive attire is encouraged, and all ages are welcome for this family-friendly skate night. Advance purchase recommended as these nights often sell out.

      See website
    • Sat 10

      Thrill the World Dance Rehearsal

      October 10 @ 1:30 pm

      Thrill the World returns. Dance rehearsals will take place 1 to 2:30 p.m Sept 12 & 19 (and Oct 10 & 17) at the Pentacle Theatre's downtown rehearsal space, 197 Liberty St SE. Interested in previewing the moves? Visit https://thrilltheworld.com/choreography to watch videos. The final dance performance takes place Oct 24.

      Free
    • Mon 12

      Philosophy Talks: Meditation with RG Shore

      October 12 @ 6:30 pm
      Venti's Cafe 325 Court St NE, Salem, United States

      Salem Stoics Society and Krishna West present Philosophy Talks Philosophy Talks is a free monthly discussion series hosted at Venti's Cafe in downtown Salem. Inspired by the popularity of Salem's Science Pub events, Philosophy Talks explores enduring philosophical ideas in an accessible, community-focused setting. October's topic is Meditation with RG Shore https://www.instagram.com/philosophytalkssalem/ Free and open […]

      free
    • Wed 14

      Queer Salsa Nights

      October 14 @ 7:00 pm Queer Salsa Nights
      Salem's Riverfront Park 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR, United States

      Join us for inclusive and beginner-friendly Latin dance! 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesday Nights at Riverfront Amphitheater through the summer $5 suggested donation (lesson included)

      $5
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