First Friday Art Walk
art + exhibitions
Explore downtown creativity while supporting local businesses, artists and galleries. An online map identifies the participating stops.
Free
15 events found.
Events
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Downtown Salem , United States
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Growing Your Own Mushrooms Workshop
Learn how to grow edible and medicinal mushrooms at home. Participants leave with practical tools and information to begin growing their own.
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Friday Night Laughs: Jaren George and Erica Figueroa
comedyJaren George headlines a night of stand-up comedy with featured performer Erica Figueroa. Both comedians have been recognized by their Portland peers.
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Dueling Pianos: Elton vs. Billy
Salem's Historic Grand Theatre 187 High St NE, Salem, OR, United StatesThe Dueling Hobbits put Elton John and Billy Joel head-to-head in an evening of piano-driven hits. Singalongs, audience requests and playful banter keep the all-ages show moving.
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Movies in the Park: How to Train Your Dragon
Bring a blanket or chair for a free outdoor screening of the 2025 film. The story follows Hiccup and Toothless as a new threat endangers Vikings and dragons.
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Run for Hope and Health
Run in support of Salem Free Clinics and its work providing medical care to uninsured and underserved community members. Registration details are available online.
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Salem Saturday Market
Shop local produce, handmade goods, artisan crafts and more during the weekly outdoor market. Vendors vary by date.
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Gaiety Hollow Open Gardens
Gaiety Hollow 545 Mission St. SE, Salem, United StatesVisit the restored home, garden and studio of pioneering landscape architects Elizabeth Lord and Edith Schryver. Open Gardens offers a closer look at their work and influence.
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Gaiety Hollow Open Gardens: Lord and Schryver Exhibit
Gaiety Hollow 545 Mission St. SE, Salem, United StatesExplore an exhibit focused on the lives and work of Elizabeth Lord and Edith Schryver. Visitors may also spend time in the restored garden and studio.
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Riverfront Family Fest
Gather for a free day designed around family activities and community fun. Additional programming details are available from the organizer.
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Englewood Forest Festival
Englewood Park 1192 20th St NE, Salem, United StatesCelebrate art, nature and community with local artists, multicultural music and dance, food vendors and hands-on activities. The park also offers playgrounds, a splash pad and a native pollinator garden.
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Summer Sip & Shop
Browse local goods while spending a summer day at the vineyard. Food, wine and shopping details are available from the organizer.
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No Rules: 10 Thoughts for Writing Poetry
Poet Marc Janssen leads a workshop designed to help writers sharpen and focus their poetry. Proceeds support the 2027 Salem Poetry Festival.
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Live Music: Joanne Broh Band featuring Gerry Meziere
The band performs a smooth mix of blues, soul, jazz and roots rock. The orchard setting offers space for an early-evening summer concert.
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Farm to Fork Dinner
Dine at a long table in the apple orchard during a four-course dinner prepared by Trellis of Dundee. Each course includes a wine or nonalcoholic pairing.
$120
