This weekend in Salem, OR

Learn to scuba dive with Salem Scuba in a PADI Open Water Diver class that takes you from the fundamentals to your first certification. PADI instructors teach in a relaxed, supportive setting so you can build confidence and the know-how to dive locally or while traveling. The course blends a five-section eLearning program with two pool training days, followed by an open-water weekend where you complete your certification dives. You will learn to assemble and use scuba equipment, fine-tune your buoyancy, approach marine life responsibly, and handle common situations that arise underwater. It is designed for anyone who wants to discover more of our planet, support ocean conservation, see new underwater sights, learn with a scuba expert, and earn a globally recognized certification. For details or to enroll, contact the shop at 503-588-3483 or Charline@SalemScuba.com.

Explore scuba in a relaxed, calm-water setting through a PADI Discover Scuba class designed for beginners. With guidance from a highly trained PADI professional, you will learn essential skills, get questions answered, and use provided scuba equipment. It offers a chance to take your first breaths underwater, get a feel for the experience, and decide whether to pursue PADI Open Water Diver certification. The class fee is $200 and includes in-water instruction and rental gear, with a mask and snorkel not included. To register, contact the shop at 503-588-3483 or email Charline@SalemScuba.com.

Enjoy the CAMC S-K (Salem-Kaiser) Car Show at Powerland Heritage Park, with registration available onsite and all makes and models welcome. The show features many vehicle entry classes, dash plaques for the first 200 registrants, and no spectator fee.

Get moving for the Run for Salem Free Clinics on August 8, 2026. This event includes in-person race options (a 10k run, a 5k run/walk, and a 2-mile fun walk) plus virtual options. Registration includes a note about t-shirt availability when registering by the stated deadline, and in-person participants are asked to keep pets at home.

A.C.T. 2 returns to Salem Saturday Market for a live performance. The event welcomes all ages and is free to attend.

Riverfront Family Fest brings families together at Salem's Riverfront Park for a free health and safety resource fair that stands among Salem's largest child-focused community gatherings. Nearly 4,000 parents and children take part each year, exploring a variety of family-friendly activities in a setting focused on safety, fun, and connection. The park becomes a lively place to spend time with loved ones and to build new relationships with other community members.

Enjoy a free day in the forest at Englewood Park, featuring performances, live music and dance, plus art from 50 artists. There will also be food and plenty of family-friendly activities. Free parking is available, and the event is open to all ages.

Join Common People Yoga for a monthly queer yoga class in partnership with Salem Capital Pride. This all-levels session runs for 1 hour and includes modifications so you can adapt poses to your needs. There is no pressure to do anything that does not feel good, and you are welcome to back off or skip parts as needed. Yoga mats may be available to borrow, or you can bring your own. Instructor Michael encourages anyone who needs significant accommodations or has concerns to speak with him before class begins.

A guided shamanic drum journey aligned with the Lion’s Gate Portal invites a pause from the noise of daily life to reconnect with the inner light that has always been present. This gentle gathering is designed for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, uncertain, or simply wishing for deeper self-connection. Participants come together in a supportive circle to slow down, release what no longer serves, and listen to their own wisdom. The experience includes a drum journey supported by meditation and grounding practices, a soft release ceremony, time for reflection with optional sharing, and a soothing sound bath to nurture integration and rest. No prior experience with drum journeys or meditation is required, only an open heart and willingness to receive. Hosted at a private residence in Salem, Oregon, with specific location details shared after RSVP. The fee is $22. Attendance is capped for an intimate setting, so early RSVP is recommended. Please bring a journal and pen, a water bottle, and comfort items such as a yoga mat, blanket, or pillow.

Skaters who want to represent the Beaver State can try out with Team Oregon Roller Derby at the Madhouse. Sign up by accessing the QR code shown in the event image or by using the link in the organizer’s bio, which you can reach by saving or capturing the post. Bring your best effort and team spirit for a chance to skate alongside future teammates.

Explore Latin dance through a sequence of classes that progress from a fundamentals lesson for beginners to a bachata session and then an intermediate salsa class, ending with a team practice session. Suitable for first-time dancers and those with some experience, this schedule offers a clear path to learn basics, cover bachata, and build confidence with intermediate salsa.

Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2026, a compilation of cat videos gathered from unique submissions, animations, music videos, and well known internet classics. Each year, local theaters collaborate with nearby cat focused charities, animal welfare groups, and shelters. A portion of every ticket benefits local cats in need through Friends of Felines.

Hope on the Riverfront is a free, high-energy in-person event for youth and families, featuring live music, real stories, community resource booths, and time to connect and reflect. Expect a welcoming atmosphere, food vendors, and opportunities to build relationships with others, all with a focus on reminding young people they matter, they belong, and their future is full of hope.

After nightfall, The Historic Grand Theatre is remade into a moody, living marketplace lit by lanterns and filled with drifting music. Conjure: Salem night market brings together handpicked vendors sharing witchcraft tools, ritual supplies, eerie artwork, jewelry, oddities, and other dark curiosities that are hard to find elsewhere. Each stall is an experience of its own, built to draw you closer and encourage you to linger. The scene shifts around you as the evening unfolds. Live music reverberates through the space, performers appear and vanish, and the blend of laughter, shadow, and glimmering light creates an almost dreamlike feel. A lounge with a bar offers a place to pause with a drink, then it is easy to slip back into the current of the night. It is a summer night that seems to slow, where unfamiliar faces feel connected by the same story and the atmosphere holds on long after you step away.

At the Marion County Agriculture Fair, this Marion Co. Fair program features classes that include Light Modified, Light Super Stock, Super Stock Diesel Trucks, 8500# Limited Pro Stock, 9500# Limited Pro Stock, and Pro Stock.

Put your knowledge to the test at a professionally hosted trivia night featuring questions from set categories. Take part solo or form a team of up to ten players. The experience is presented through the in-house sound system with support from nine 55 inch HD TVs and a 130 inch projection screen. Reservations are mandatory and handled on a first come, first served basis, and teams must arrive 30 minutes early to keep their table. Gift certificate prizes are awarded for first, second, and third place and can be used on a future visit. There is also a chance to advance to the Tournament of Champions. Find the venue in the southwest corner of the back parking lot next to State Farms and the laundromat.

Set in a Brooklyn neighborhood, the story centers on Sal, an Italian pizzeria owner, and Buggin' Out, a local resident, who clash over the shop's photo wall that features only Italian celebrities. Buggin' Out argues that a restaurant in a Black community should honor Black icons, while Sal refuses to change it. What begins as a disagreement over pictures becomes a potent symbol of racism and rising tensions that ripple through the neighborhood.

This witch walk at Minto-Brown Island Park invites a relaxed stroll with pauses to spot and identify flowers and other plants in bloom. Participants will gather at the pavilion just beyond the dog park.

A bird walk at Minto-Brown Island Park explores one of Salem’s most diverse natural settings, where varied habitats draw birds and other wildlife throughout the year. The Peter Courtney Bridge connection makes it easier to explore. Participants are encouraged to dress for the weather, bring water, snacks, and binoculars, and wear comfortable footwear due to potentially uneven trails. Expect a good walk. The group meets in Parking Lot #3, the last lot in the park, and the outing highlights seasonal changes with opportunities to spot what is active.

Pegeen Flaherty faces upheaval when a young stranger walks into her pub and declares he has killed his father. Instead of being rejected, he is celebrated as a local hero and quickly captures hearts. Everything shifts when a second man arrives without warning, disrupting the newfound admiration and turning the situation on its head.

Explore stained glass in a welcoming workshop with Esther, a popular offering at the Hub. All materials are provided and the prep is handled ahead of time, so you can focus on creating. Over the course of one afternoon, get a feel for stained glass making, craft your own piece, and head out with a finished creation ready to display.

Golden West Winds, the United States Air Force Band’s woodwind quintet, presents a family-friendly concert that pairs precise ensemble playing with expressive artistry. A wide-ranging program salutes those who serve, encourages pride in country, and connects with audiences nationwide through the universal language of music. Admission is free, and seating is first come, first served.