Area Events: Music is still on the menu, along with reptiles, bees and more

EVENTS

STEAM Camp: Canby Public Library will host STEAM Camp with Todos Juntos in the Maker Lab on Thursday, July 30, 10 to 11:45 a.m. This camp is for grades 4-6. Registration is required and can be done here https://canbypubliclibrary.libcal.com/event/16681431

Reptiles, Man!: The Reptile Man returns to Molalla on Thursday, July 30, at Clark Park. The show begins at 11 a.m. and features plenty of information on reptiles and the chance to interact with them.

Bee Amazed: Catch the buzz and be delighted as you zoom into the wonderful world of Oregon bees on Friday, July 31, at Canby’s Wait Park from 11 a.m. to noon. Enjoy this UO Museum of Natural and Cultural History program. Discover mason bees, cuckoo bees, mining bees, bumble bees, and, of course, honey bees. Enjoy hands-on science fun and buzz-worthy activities while exploring these mighty mini-beasts of nature.

Annual Steam-Up: The 56th Annual Great Oregon Steam-Up will continue at Powerland Heritage Park in Brooks on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 1-2, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to https://powerlandevents.ticketspice.com/56th-great-oregon-steam-up

A Little Help: Drop in to the Woodburn Public Library on Saturday, Aug. 1, from 2-4 p.m. for a drop-in tech help program. Volunteers can help with basic technology questions, using your mobile device, setting up and using email, and other tasks.

Pop Art Camp: There will be a Pop Art Camp for teens from Aug. 3-7 (2 to 4 p.m each day) at the Woodburn Public Library. Join instructors for a week of learning and creating art with a focus on pap art. To register, call 503-982-5252.

National Night Out: Woodburn’s National Night out on Tuesday, Aug. 4, will once again see neighbors come together throughout the community to build connections, partnerships with law enforcement, and create safer neighborhoods. Planning a block party, barbecue, or neighborhood gathering? Register your event at https://www.woodburn-or.gov/1116/National-Night-Out-2026.

Molalla Night Out: Molalla’s National Night Out will be Tuesday, Aug. 4, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Clark Park. Hosted by the Molalla Police Department, NNO will feature information, a chance to talk with officers, games and activities, and more.

Adult Summer Craft: The Woodburn Public Library will host an adult summer camp on Thursday, Aug. 6, beginning at 2 p.m. The camp will feature creating mosaic stepping stones. To register, call 503-982-5262.

End Of Summer Party: The Canby Public Library will hold an End of Summer Party for its Summer Reading Program on Friday, Aug. 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Wait Park. Kona Ice will be on hand to serve shave ice.

After Hours Mystery: An after hours murder mystery for teens will take place at the Woodburn Public Library on Friday, Aug. 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. Come solve a murder mystery at the library, hunt for evidence, turn up clues and learn how to dust for fingerprints. To register, call 503-982-5262.

Blood Drive: There will be a Red Cross blood drive on Monday, Aug. 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Canby Library’s Willamette Room. To schedule your appointment to donate for this blood drive go to: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive

Volunteer Day: There will be an all-ages volunteer day at the Canby Public Library on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 8 to 10 a.m. at the library. Registration is required and children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. There are a variety of tasks waiting volunteers.

SHOWS/FESTIVAL

Aurora Music Scene: Aurora Concerts in the Park returns with a nice lineup of artists, all culminating with a family show during Aurora Colony Days. Bands play Wednesday nights from 7 to 9 p.m., with the final show on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 7 to 10 p.m. Shows are at the Aurora City Park Amphitheater. Upcoming shows are – Bootleg Ridge (July 29), 21 Turns (Aug. 8).

‘Slice’ Of Canby: The 2026 Slice of Summer concert series in Canby will once again be held at the gazebo in Wait Park in downtown. The shows will run from 6 to 8 p.m. every other Sunday. There will be food vendors at the park and attendees should bring their own chairs or blankets. Here’s who’s playing: Aug. 9 – Cherrytree Road (country/folk), Aug. 23 – Norman Sylvester (rhythm & blues).

Molalla Music Returns: This year’s Molalla Music in the Park series will run Tuesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. at Fox Park. Visitors are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs for the performances. This year’s entertainment will be: Keenon Tichrob (July 28), Timothy James (rescheduled for Aug. 18). These shows are free and open to the public

Woodburn Music: The annual Music in the Park series in Woodburn will run every Tuesday evening through Aug. 11. Food and beverages open at 6 p.m., with music starting at 6:30 p.m.
This year’s musical offerings are: July 28 – Jon Deshler’s Tune Tours – Jazz; Aug. 4 – The Boneheads – Classic Rock; and Aug. 11 – Big Plans – Blues.

2026 Dahlia Festival: The 2026 Dahlia Festival will run Aug. 1 – Sept. 30 at Swan Island Dahlias in Canby. The festival is open Wednesday through Sunday each week and offers free admission and parking. There will be live music on weekends, classes, fresh cut flowers, the ZNA Northwest Koi Show, and more. And on top of that, nearly 50 acres of colorful fields, featuring more than 375 varieties of Dahlias.

Aurora Colony Days: The annual Aurora Colony Days celebration is getting ready to roll Friday-Sunday, Aug. 7-9, in and around Aurora’s downtown area. The fun begins Friday night with a biergarten at the Aurora Colony Museum. On Saturday, there’s a craft market, parade, classic car show, and a family concert in the evening. Sunday features a pancake breakfast at the Legion Hall.

Let’s Celebrate: Celebrate Molalla will be held Saturday, Aug. 22, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Clark Park. There will be live music from Addie Rose (12:30 p.m.), NW Playboys (2:15 p.m.), and the Brady Goss Band (4:15 p.m.). The event will feature kids crafts and activities, artists, artisans, and more – more than 100 vendors, along with food trucks and a beer/wine garden.

Fiesta Time: Woodburn’s annual Fiesta Mexicana will be held Friday-Sunday, Aug. 21-23, at Legion Park in Woodburn. The Fiesta will feature live music, food, fair rides, games and more. It is a tradition that delivers a fun-filled weekend celebrating culture, community, and tradition.

Aurora Farmers Market: The Aurora Farmers Market has returned to downtown Aurora on Main and Second Street. The market runs the first and third Saturday of each month through September from 4 to 8 p.m. The market will feature local products, baked goods and crafts and more. For more information, email to [email protected] or call 888-831-2044.

Canby Farmers Market: The Canby Farmers Market will be held Saturdays through October in downtown Canby on North Holly Street. Local farmers, hand crafters, food artisans and nurseries are all a part of this regional attraction. The market runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Molalla Farmers Market: The Molalla River Saturday Market will run through Sept. 27 every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Molalla Brewing Company at 180 Industrial Way in Molalla. The market will feature local fruit, vegetables, handmade soap, baked goods, crafts, and more.