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Happening Near You
Each month, Shangri-La compiles and releases a ‘Happening Near You’ calendar featuring local events throughout Shangri-La's service areas. ​
THE FINE PRINT:
While the Operations Team does its best to vet events and the event details before including them in the calendar, it is ultimately the user's responsibility to ensure event information is correct and events are appropriate for attendees. Operations does not specifically endorse or encourage attendance at any of the events included in the calendar.
Wildlife Safari
October 1 - 31
Winston, Oregon
Thanks to donor assistance, individuals at Shangri-La can visit Wildlife Safari year round at no cost admission. Find info on Sharepoint.
Oregon's Bounty: A Celebration of Agriculture
October 3 10am - 2pm
Salem, Oregon
Free!
Join us for a celebration of all things agriculture. A number of our Capitol History Gateway partners will be providing activities, exhibits and education free for the entire family including pumpkin patch and pumpkin carving, petting llamas, square dancing, and more. List of events here.
Fall Family Festival
October 4 1pm - 4pm
Eugene, Oregon
Free!
River Road Park and Recreation District is excited to celebrate a free day of fall fun for the whole family! Enjoy a petting zoo with 4-H OSU Extension Service Lane County, live mural painting by Pudding Art Studio, music from the Harlan Rivers Duo, family competition games, fall arts and crafts, free bike checks and simple repairs from SHIFT Community Cycles, outdoor activities with Beyond Toxics, and more. Info here.
Whiteside Classic Movie List
October 4pm & 7pm
Corvallis, Oregon
$8 - $10
Watch classic movies at the historic Whiteside Theater!
This month’s list includes the original Ghostbusters movie, The Exorcist, Tim Burton's Corpse Bride, and The Shining. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Visit here buy tickets.
Hispanic Heritage Fair
October 6 11am - 2pm
Salem, Oregon
Free!
A vibrant showcase of culture and creativity during Hispanic Heritage Month. Come visit vendors and enjoy delicious food available from food trucks. Located at:
OREGON STATE FIRE MARSHAL
3991 Fairview Industrial Dr. SE
Salem, Oregon 97302
Powerland Halloween 2026 October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25
and 31
9:30am - 3:30pm
Salem, Oregon
$19 for 13+ / $15 ages 2-12
Calling all moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, and uncles! Looking for something fun to do with your elementary school-aged kiddos? Ticket includes: An interactive, non-scary adventure: A Trolley Museum Mystery - The Case of the Missing Fairy, a ride on a trolley, a ride on a MAX car, a visit to a model railroad museum (Sundays only 1 - 5 pm), Kids Activity Center, and more!
Crafter's Movie Night
October 11 7:00pm
Eugene, Oregon
$8 - $11
Craft along with us at a special movie night, presented in partnership with Cozy Yarn Shop and Art House! During the screening, the house lights will remain at mid-level so you can knit, crochet, or work on your favorite handicraft project while enjoying the cult classic film, "Little Shop of Horrors." More info here.
Nichos Art Class
October 13 5:30pm
Corvallis, Oregon
$10
Learn about this traditional Mexican craft! All are welcome.
Nichos are decorative shadow boxes made to honor someone who has died. They come from the traditions around the Mexican celebration of Dia de los Muertos. Participants will have the opportunity to create a small personalized nichos during the Dia de los Muertos workshop.
This class is for ages 8 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This class is taught by Melissa Vidaña, and she is bilingual. Tickets link can be found here.
Children's Halloween Party
October 16 5:30m - 7:30pm
Eugene, Oregon
$10
Bring the whole family to our favorite benefit program of the year! Come dressed in your best and enjoy carnival games, a live pumpkin auction, crafts, snacks, a magic show, princess photo ops, a gift card lottery, and a newly added special Gabby’s Dollhouse Meowseum photo op for this year's event. Registration is open and your admission includes a punch card for games, activities, and snacks. The gift card lottery is available for an additional fee. More info here.
Quilt, Crafting, & Sewing Festival
October 22 - 24
Salem, Oregon
$15 for 3 days
Shop hundreds of sewing, quilting, needle-art, and craft products from quality exhibitors, explore the latest tools and techniques, enjoy free daily demonstrations, participate in make-and-take activities, and enter for daily door prize drawings. Whether you’re an experienced maker or just getting started, there’s inspiration around every corner.
Tickets and schedule here.
Halloween Downtown
October 24 12pm - 4pm
Eugene, Oregon
No cover
Experience a spine-tingling Halloween celebration in the heart of Downtown Eugene. Families with young children can enjoy safe, fun trick-or-treating with local businesses and friendly characters. Thrill-seekers looking for something scarier can dare to explore the Monstrous Map of the Macabre for an assortment of chilling haunts, each with a scare rating. Roam the streets to find live performers, view creative window displays and uncover special codes to earn free raffle tickets. With restaurants, food trucks, vendors and eerie entertainment, it’s an experience not to be missed! More info here.
National Lands Fee-Free Day
October 27
State of Oregon
Free!
In honor of the Theodore Roosevelt's birthday, the U.S. Forest Service waives park pass fees for day-use parks on lands managed by the agency. (This does not include campgrounds or parks managed by concessionaires.) More info here.
Trick or Treat Vendor Event
October 30-31 2pm - 10pm
Salem, Oregon
Free!
Join us at the Oregon State Fairgrounds and Expo Center to trick or treat while you shop. There will be art vendors, craft vendors, face painting and more. Flyer here.
Halloween on the Waterfront October 31 2pm - 5pm
Corvallis, Oregon
Free!
Join the Downtown Corvallis Organization for a fun, family-friendly Halloween celebration on the Waterfront! Enjoy interactive games, activities, and plenty of spooky fun before heading downtown for Trick-or-Treat. More info about the day here.
Scarousel
October 31 10am - 5pm
Salem, Oregon
$0 - $12
All day FREE activities 10am-5pm:
Halloween Activity Pages
Candy Corn Guessing Game - winner receives a prize!
FREE Activities from 3pm-5pm (with option to upgrade for additional items):Candy for trick-or-treaters
Sensory Play Halloween Game.
More info on the Salem Riverfront Carousel's Events page.