4.16.2011 - 11.19.2011
<p>Corvallis&rsquo; downtown hosts two outdoor farmers&rsquo; markets bursting with the Willamette Valley&rsquo;s best fruits, vegetables, cut flowers and nursery plants. Locally grown nuts, honey, meats, cheeses, jams, dried fruits, baked goods and other delights prepared from our local bounty will fuel your explorations or make welcome gifts back home. Meet the growers, listen to live music, partake of samples and cooking demonstrations, or pick up expert tips on gardening and health while you observe the locals in their native environment.</p>

12.11.2011
<p>Enjoy Japanese taiko drumming and New Year's traditional mochitsuki (making rice cakes) outside the Reed Opera House on Liberty from 2-3 p.m. Then learn more at the World Beat Gallery exhibit on the Reed's 2nd floor. Free admission.</p> <p>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> &amp; <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

12.10.2011 - 12.11.2011
Over 200 Artisans with 1000's of handcrafted food, gift and decor creations; $100 shopping spree giveaways, hourly door prizes; live entertainment; visits from Santa. Largest Holiday Market in Oregon with free admission. Voted Best Holiday Market in the Willamette Valley. Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. <p></a>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> & <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

12.19.2011 - 12.23.2011
Features thousands of twinkling holiday lights and entertainment for all. Bring all your children, friends and family to celebrate! Come join us for our annual holiday celebration! Admission charged. <p></a>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> & <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

12.31.2011
Ring in the New Year at the children's museum with live music and entertainment, crafts and activities for kids and a lighted ball drop at 9 p.m. (midnight EST). Tickets go on sale December 1. <p></a>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> & <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

10.15.2011
<p>Enjoy fall festivities at the children's museum with harvest crafts and games, fresh pressed cider, live music and entertainment, a 4-H farm animal petting zoo and much more! Tickets available at the gate.</p> <p>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> &amp; <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

6.4.2011 - 10.8.2011
<p>Weekly farmers' market featuring locally grown fruit, meat and fresh eggs. Also enjoy market crafts.</p>

11.26.2011 - 11.28.2011
Join us for live music, Cuban style tapas plates, and wine tasting. Celebrate the wine experience, Cuban style! Cost: $10 per person, free entry with US Military ID, Tapas plates $5. <p></a>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> & <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

10.1.2011
<p>Free Apple event at Terra Gardens Nursery &amp; Bark including apple and pear identification, free soil testing, apple tasting, activities and fun for the kids.</p> <p>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> &amp; <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

8.8.2011 - 9.30.2011
<p>Curator and Managing Director Rebecca Maitland has created two important exhibits -- the Northwest Premiere of the Pixar Collection of fine art, and "Moods of a Woman," featuring work by nine internationally famous artists. Admission charged. Wed.-Sat. noon-5:30 p.m.</p> <p>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> &amp; <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

5.5.2011 - 9.29.2011
The Polk County Bounty Market features growers and artisans from the Polk County area. All offerings are to be grown, produced or assembled in Oregon by the vendor. Every Thursday, May 5-Sept. 29. Free admission. <p></a>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> & <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

9.24.2011
Join us for a new family event of fall harvest fun, games, activities, food and entertainment as we celebrate Oregon's bounty! Admission charged. <p></a>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> & <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

10.7.2011 - 10.9.2011
Clay Fest, Local Clay's ceramic show and sale, is held each year in October The thirteen annual Clay Fest will be held the weekend of October 7th - 9th, 2011 at the Lane County Fair Grounds. The show and sale will include work by nearly 70 local and regional clay artists, demonstrations, and a supervised Clay Discovery area for kids. Clay Fest draws artists from all over Oregon. Oregon is nationally known for the for the quality of ceramic art produced here. This is a great opportunity buy unique handmade pieces directly from the artists who make the work.

12.10.2011 - 12.11.2011
Make a wreath, gingerbread house, cards, and ornaments. Stories for kids and live music. Meet Santa and enjoy winter at the Falls. Day Use parking fee charged. <p></a>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> & <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

6.10.2011 - 9.30.2011
<p>Weekly community grower's market offering local produce for sale.</p>

11.11.2011
Memorial Service at Timber Linn Park at 8am. Parade starts at 11am in Historic Downtown Albany. This is one of the largest Veteran's Day Parades west of the Mississippi. Join us in Thanking our Veteran's for their service to our country.

5.22.2012 - 5.25.2012
Corban University is hosting the Mens NAIA Golf Championships. Top 30-35 college teams from around the United States in attendance. Admission charged. <p></a>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> & <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals</a></p>

9.23.2011 - 9.25.2011
Did you know that at one time, Independence was the hops growing capital of the world? Join us in celebrating our heritage during this reborn festival! It’s grown into a weekend full of entertainment on two stages, car show, tractor pull, lawnmower races, pie-eating contest, community barbecue, ghost walk, a hot air balloon launch, and Rogue beer garden!

9.9.2011
<p>Kick up your heels to the sounds of Salem Big Band! In honor of the 60th anniversary of the USO, the theme for the WHC fall big band dance is the WWII Canteens. Period dress and military uniforms from any era are encouraged! Free dance lesson from Mz. Jitterbug with admission. Veterans FREE, $5 Members and Students, $10 Non-Members.</p> <p>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> &amp; <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals?</a></p>

9.3.2011 - 9.5.2011
<p>Please join us for light appetizers, wine tasting with great case discounts. Admission only $5.?</p> <p>Check out Salem area <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/Lodging/Lodging-Overview" target="_blank">Lodging</a> &amp; <a href="http://www.travelsalem.com/promotions/salem-area-packages-specials" target="_blank">Deals?</a></p>