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 – The Nyte Birds (July 15), Kelsey Bales (July 22), 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: July 26 – Bridgetown Get Down (80-90s pop covers), 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: Opera a la Cart (July 14), Timothy James (July 21), and Keenon Tichrob (July 28).
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 14 – Rock n’ Rewind – 60’s & 70’s Rock ‘n Roll; July 21 – Roundhouse Band – Country & Bluegrass; July 28 – Jon Deshler’s Tune Tours – Jazz; Aug. 4 – The Boneheads – Classic Rock; and Aug. 11 – Big Plans – Blues.
Harefest Magic Is Back: Harefest, the “Mother of All Tribute Band Festivals,” returns to the fairgrounds in Canby for three days of rockin’ good fun July 16-18.
The year’s shows will feature 24 tribute bands repping the look and sound of such bands as RUSH, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, Boston, Fleetwood Mac and many others. For more information, or to buy tickets, go to harefest.com.
Renaissance Faire: The Canterbury Renaissance Faire returns to Silverton on Saturday and Sunday, July 18-19 and 25-26. The faire will feature artisans, drinks, cosplay, knights battling in the arena, and much more in the Summer Market Faire. For more information, to purchase tickets, or find out where shuttle services will be located, go to https://canterburyfaire.com/.
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.
EVENTS
Floral Bath Bombs: Create floral bath bombs on Wednesday, July 15, from 11 a.m. to noon at Molalla Public Library. The program, for ages 10-18, will offer a chance to personalize a bath bomb with a choice of scents, colors, molds, and floral fix-ins.
Something For Teens: Teenagers will have plenty to see and do during the summer months at the Molalla Public Library.
These “Wild Wednesday” programs will be held on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to noon. Here’s the lineup:
Wednesday, July 15: Floral Bath Bombs
Wednesday, July 22: Mini Terrariums
Wednesday, July 29: Summer “Rocks” Party
Molalla Library Events: The Molalla Public Library will host a wide array of events for children and families this summer. They will be held on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to noon. Here’s the lineup:
Thursday, July 16: Cardboard City
Thursday, July 23: Jessa Campbell and the Saplings (at Fox Park)
Thursday, July 30: Reptile Man (at Clark Park)
A Cardboard City: Molalla Public Library will offer the chance for children to build a cardboard city on Thursday, July 16, at 11 a.m. in the Community Room. Bring your own boxes or use of the many they have at the library and create your own building to add to the city.
Juggling Fun: Come to Wait Park in Canby on Friday, July 17, for Juggling with Rhys Thomas from 11 a.m. to noon. Jugglemania offers skills, thrills and plenty of fun.
Repair Fair: The Canby Public Library will hold a Repair Fair on Saturday, July 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Willamette Room. The event brings skilled volunteers and people with broken items together to fix clean clothes and textiles, small home appliances, and small electronics. For more information, email to [email protected]
Tabletop Gaming: In the mood to do some tabletop gaming? Visit the Canby Public Library on Saturday, July 18, from noon to 4 p.m. to get in on the action in the Teen Room. The gaming is for youth ages 13-18 and is a drop-in program.
Time For Art: Open Art Lab with Audra will be Saturday, July 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Canby Public Library Maker Lab. All supplies will be provided for this open art lab experience. All attendees are expected to have a signed waiver on file in order to enter the Maker Lab right here https://go.lincc.org/maker-lab-waivers..
Woodburn Art Anniversary: The Woodburn Art Center will celebrate its 60th anniversary on Saturday, July 18, from noon to 5 p.m. There will be live music by Billy and the Rockets, as well as food, art, snow cones, balloons, animals, a cake walk and more. Woodburn Art Center is located at 2551 N. Boones Ferry Road. For more information, go to woodburnartcenter.org.
Calling Teen Chefs: The Woodburn Public Library will help teen chefs hone their craft on Monday, July 20, at 2 p.m. July 20 will feature cake pops. Learn new cooking skills during this event. Register by calling 503-982-5262.
Red Yarn Entertainment: Stop by the Woodburn Public Library on Tuesday, July 21, at 2 p.m. to be entertained by the duo Red Yarn. They weave folk songs and puppetry into a high-energy show for all ages.
Japanese Drum Event: Enjoy traditional Japanese drumming with Entaiko on Friday, July 24, from 11 a.m. to noon at the Canby Public Library. Taiko, Japanese drumming transcends all cultures and it is universal and anyone can do it. Participants from different ethnic backgrounds will work with each other to create music and learn to be open to the cultural traditions of others.
Annual Steam-Up: The 56th Annual Great Oregon Steam-Up is set for Powerland Heritage Park in Brooks on Saturday and Sunday, July 25-26 and 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
Dungeons & Dragons: Stop by the Canby Public Library’s Teen Room on Saturday, July 25, from noon to 4 p.m. for a little D&D campaign. This drop-in program is open to ages 13-18.
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: Molalla’s Farmers Market will run through Sept. 24 every Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Molalla Brewing Company at 180 Industrial Way in Molalla. The market will feature local fruit, vegetables, plant starts, meat, wine, soaps, and much more. Food carts are also on site.
Community Connection: Woodburn’s Community Connection Day will be Saturday, Aug. 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Legion Park. The Kids Fest event will feature free backpacks, family fun, entertainment, free hot dogs, resources and information, and much more.
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.
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