09/18/2026
🍂 THIS WEEKEND IN SALEM 🍂
Looking for a reason to get out and explore? Salem and the surrounding area are packed with things to do this weekend!
🍺 Mt. Angel Oktoberfest | Sept. 17–20
Head north for four days of Bavarian fun, live music, food, dancing, b**r gardens and plenty of festive atmosphere.
🎃 Bauman's Harvest Festival | Sept. 19–20
Fall officially starts feeling a little more real at Bauman’s! Enjoy the Harvest Festival with seasonal activities, farm fun and plenty of ways to spend the day outdoors. This weekend is also their Family Rewards Weekend, with $5-off admission.
🌈 Salem Pride in the Park | Saturday, Sept. 19
Spend the day at Riverfront Park celebrating community with live entertainment, vendors, food and activities for all ages. 11 AM–6 PM.
🎭 Cherry City Roller Derby Season Opener | Saturday, Sept. 19
Catch a family-friendly doubleheader at The MadHouse as the new roller derby season gets underway.
✨ Back to School: Galactic Character Invasion | Sunday, Sept. 20
The characters are invading the Salem's Riverfront Carousel! Enjoy free meet-and-greets and photo opportunities from 1–3 PM, plus $15 10-ride passes all day.
Basically.. there’s no shortage of ways to spend the weekend in Salem. 🍁
