Press Play Salem

Queer Salsa Nights
2026-11-14 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-11-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-11-16 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-11-17 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-11-18 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-11-19 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-11-20 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-11-21 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) and 13 more dates | Salem’s Riverfront Park, 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR, 97301, 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)

Weekly Drop-In Improv Comedy Class
2026-11-16 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-11-23 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-11-30 19:30 - 20:30 | Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre, 187 High St NE, Salem, OR, 97301, United States
Build confidence, communication and quick-thinking skills through playful improv exercises and scene work. The drop-in class welcomes beginners and experienced performers.

Open Studios
2026-11-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Studios at The Mill, 1313 Mill St SE, Salem, 97301, United States
Sneak a peek at artists at work during Open Studios at Studios at The Mill.
Join for demonstrations, artist talks, and light refreshments.
Studio artists include: Monda Cook, Corrine Loomis Dietz, Katie Gilmour, Carol Green, Heidi Preuss Grew, Leonard Kelly, Susan Napack, Ross Sutherland, and Jane Taliaferro
fiber art | Paitning |Installations | Drawing | Poetry | Printmaking | Sculpture | mixed media | assemblage | collections
Warehouse back entry, stairs to the second floor.

Magic at the Mill 2026
2026-11-27 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-11-28 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-11-29 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-11-30 17:30 - 20:00 | Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St, Salem, 97301, United States
Magic at the Mill 2026

Join us at Willamette Heritage Center for our annual Magic at the Mill event happening the weekend of Thanksgiving.
Spectacular Lights
Thousands of sparkling lights transform the historic grounds into a glowing winter wonderland.
Visits to Santa
Families can create cherished memories and capture photos with Santa during this festive event.
Holiday Night Market
Shop unique gifts and seasonal treats from local vendors while enjoying the festive atmosphere.
For questions about becoming a vendor, email Harlie at community@willametteheritage.org

First Tuesday Music & Poetry Open Mic
2026-12-01 19:00 - 22:00 | Salem’s Historic Grand Theatre, 187 High St NE, Salem, OR, 97301, United States
Salem’s Historic Grand is pleased to invite performers of all varieties to take the ballroom stage the first Tuesday of every month! Musicians, bands, poets, and all other performers are encouraged to sign up and share your talent! Hosted by Matador Hamilton and Danny Shaw of Giantess.
Doors at 6:30, show 7pm-10pm. No admission, all ages. Sign ups open with doors at 6:30.
If your band would like to perform, please reach out to Matador Hamilton via Facebook or @matadormakesmusic on Instagram and let him know which backline gear your band will need.
