State Fair fun, Art Walk, and a nature treasure hunt 🌻

Weather

Today in Salem: heavy rain. (H 64°F / L 55°F)

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Five Can't-Miss Events This Week in Salem

Your week is about to get a lot more interesting. The Oregon State Fair continues its run, First Wednesday Art Walk returns downtown, and Punx in the Park brings live music to Bush's Pasture Park. Whether you're into art, agriculture, or a little punk rock, Salem's got you covered.

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Everything You Need to Know About the State Fair

Get the scoop on hours, tickets, and what's worth seeing at the Oregon State Fair. From prize-winning livestock to carnival rides and fair food, it's all happening right here in Salem through Labor Day weekend.

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Thousands of Lights (and One Giant Inflatable Colon) Coming to Riverfront

A cancer memorial and awareness event will transform Riverfront Park with luminarias honoring loved ones and, yes, a walk-through inflatable colon for colorectal cancer education. It's touching, important, and uniquely Salem.

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Garden University Hosts Nature Treasure Hunt for Families

Bring the kids for a nature treasure hunt that ends with creating keepsake art. It's outdoor fun with an educational twist, perfect for families looking to enjoy Salem's green spaces.

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Grand Theatre Managers Exit, File for Bankruptcy

The historic Grand Theatre faces an uncertain future as managers depart and pursue bankruptcy following multiple claims of missed payments to performers. The beloved downtown venue's next chapter remains unclear.

Around Town

Fair Weather Friends

It's State Fair season, Salem, and that means our city is buzzing with out-of-towners, deep-fried everything, and the occasional prize pig. While fairgoers pack the grounds, downtown's First Wednesday Art Walk offers a quieter cultural fix, and families can hunt for nature treasures at Garden University. And if you need a break from all the wholesome fun, Riverfront Park's cancer awareness event reminds us why community matters—even if it involves walking through an inflatable colon.