On the first Sunday of the month Lynne Hansen and Lynne Shoemaker host a potluck brunch and a garden stroll at Lynne Hansen’s house in south Salem.
Please bring a dish to share with others, something to drink, and a chair. We will have interesting conversations with each other, following with a stroll through Lynne’s garden.
Welcomaaa Club, 3825 D St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at Welcomaaa Club every week.
Sundays, 10:15 am to 11:15 am
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
Prismatic Coffee Company, 3996 Cousteau Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA
Join Capital Pride & Silent Book Club Salem for a monthly Queer Silent Book Club!
On the first Sunday of every month from 11am-1pm, bring your own book to Prismatic Coffee for some silent reading. Afterward, stick around for some optional social time, where you can chat with others about what you’re reading and make new friends.
All readers and books are welcome— ebooks, audiobooks (w/ headphones), textbooks, graphic novels, comic books (whatever you want to read)!
Want some book suggestions? Make sure to follow @silentbookclubsalem on Instagram for queer reading lists and more!
Salem Center, 401 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Every 1st Sunday of the month at 1pm (in the food court area of the Salem Center) and third Thursday of the month at 5pm (location varies, so be sure to join the “Mid-Willamette Queer Collective” Discord for more information) Or contact Tricarico (tricaricoschwartz@gmail.com (mailto:tricaricoschwartz@gmail.com)) if you have any questions.
Come play video games with other queer people! Stream your game, play something together, or just check out what others are playing and hang out. Every 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month starting at 7pm in the Gaming voice channel!
Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA
SALEM GAY MEN’S GROUP
| FOOD | FUN | FRIENDS |
5-7 PM Every Tuesday Night in the Southside Speakeasy Show Bar & Lounge
A gay men’s group focused on building community through dinner is a fantastic way to forge meaningful connections with gay men of diverse ages, backgrounds, and experiences, creating a rich tapestry of perspectives and stories.
Whether you’re looking to expand your social circle, learn from others, or simply enjoy a good meal in good company, embrace an opportunity that can lead to lasting friendships and a stronger sense of belonging within your community.
Marion Polk Food Share, 1660 Salem Industrial Dr NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Help plan Pride events and community programs!
Meeting takes place at Marion Polk Food Share and Online:
To join the video meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/kst-qntr-zdz
Otherwise, to join by phone, dial +1 267-652-0110 and enter this PIN: 733 616 056#
To view more phone numbers, click this link: https://tel.meet/kst-qntr-zdz?hs=5
Blast Off Vintage, 860 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) in the basement of Blast Off Vintage every week.
Wednesdays, to 9:00 pm
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA
🌟 Step right up and join Star Empress 46 Kristal De’Cantor and the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Willamette Empire! 🌟
🎉 Reign 46 proudly presents: BINGO NIGHTS! 🎉
Clear your calendars for the first and third Thursday of every month. We’re rolling out the red carpet for an evening packed with thrilling games, hearty laughs, and all-around good vibes—all for a noble cause!
But hold onto your bingo daubers, there’s more! 🎁
Not only will you bask in the glory of shouting “BINGO!” but your participation helps our Reign 46 charities:
🏥 HIV Alliance
🌈 The Trevor Project
🍲 Marion County Food Share
Every dab, every giggle, and every triumphant win gets us closer to making a real difference. Together, we can spread joy and create positive ripples while having an absolute blast!
Tell your friends, tell your enemies, heck, tell your pets! Join us in this fabulous journey of fun and philanthropy. Let’s make Reign 46 Bingo Nights the talk of the town!
Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA
Every first Saturday of the month, Queer and Alternative Families in Salem hosts a social meetup for queer and LGBTQ+ parents to connect and build community. This gathering also offers a welcoming space for our children to meet and socialize with other kids from alternative families.
We will meet at Radness Ensues (3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303).
First Congregational Church, 700 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at First Congregational Church every week.
Saturdays, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
Welcomaaa Club, 3825 D St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at Welcomaaa Club every week.
Sundays, 10:15 am to 11:15 am
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
Common People Yoga, 360 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Capital Pride is partnering with Common People Yoga to bring you a monthly queer yoga class!
For just $8 (over 50% off), you can stretch those muscles every 2nd Sunday of the month from 12:30 – 1:30 pm! Yoga mats will be available to borrow, but please bring your own mat if you have one.
This is an all levels class, with modifications available to adjust the class to meet your individual needs. There is never any pressure to do any poses that don’t feel good, with complete permission to back off from or completely skip any portions. If you need any significant accommodations or have concerns about what you will be able to do, we encourage you to come speak with the instructor, Michael, before class begins, so that you can collaborate on how we can help you get the most out of the class.
Ticket to Play Board Game Cafe, 5008 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97306, USA
Let’s play some board games!
Join Capital Pride for a Queer Board Game Meetup on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month, from 3 to 6 pm at Ticket to Play Board Game Cafe!
Ticket to Play is ADA accessible, can hold 40 people, and allow no outside food, but offer food and beverage options for purchase. They also have a large collection of board games to pick from!
Normally Ticket to Play charges a $5 cover, but they’ve agreed to waive this fee for participants who make a food or drink purchase. If you are facing financial hardship, Capital Pride will cover the $5 fee for up to 4 attendees on a first come first serve basis.
Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA
SALEM GAY MEN’S GROUP
| FOOD | FUN | FRIENDS |
5-7 PM Every Tuesday Night in the Southside Speakeasy Show Bar & Lounge
A gay men’s group focused on building community through dinner is a fantastic way to forge meaningful connections with gay men of diverse ages, backgrounds, and experiences, creating a rich tapestry of perspectives and stories.
Whether you’re looking to expand your social circle, learn from others, or simply enjoy a good meal in good company, embrace an opportunity that can lead to lasting friendships and a stronger sense of belonging within your community.
Blast Off Vintage, 860 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) in the basement of Blast Off Vintage every week.
Wednesdays, to 9:00 pm
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
Xicha Brewing – North Salem – Taproom, 2195 Hyacinth St NE #162, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Parenting can be hard and parenting an LGBTQIA+ child comes with its own set of challenges. Come enjoy good food and drinks while you chat with other parents of LGBTQIA+kids. We will meet at the same time as Rainbow Youth but this is meant to be more informal than our support group.
**NEW LOCATION: 333 High St NE – Brick building behind the mall**
Meetings are for all middle- and high-school-aged youth, 18 and under. Join us for check-in, snacks, discussions, workshops, games, arts and crafts, help with homework, and chill time!
CAT Cavern Willamette University, 935 Mill St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
WU Bird Nerds is hosting our annual event, An Unkind Murder Party (of Crows).
Dress up as a crow and bring a shiny trinket to trade to help us destigmatize urban wildlife!
There will be free food, along with a presentation by our guest speakers, ecologist drag queen and king duo Efemmera Gendera and Thespis D Lite from Drag Me Outside.
Efemmera and Thespis will also be judging the trinket competition and crowning the winner as this year’s crow royalty.
For questions and accommodations, please email thfukuhara@willamette.edu.
Transgender, nonbinary, gender diverse, gender non-conforming, intersex, and other non-cisgender folks are invited to join Mid Willamette Trans Support Network to support each other and check in about what’s going on in our lives.
The Salem Trans Collective is a new group for trans and nonbinary folks in the Salem area. This is an in-person support group offering community, support, advice, and comradery to the community. Come hang out, have some tea, coffee, and home baked goods and meet other members of the Salem trans and nonbinary communities. Address for the meeting can be found in the discord link.
First Congregational Church, 700 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at First Congregational Church every week.
Saturdays, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
Welcomaaa Club, 3825 D St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at Welcomaaa Club every week.
Sundays, 10:15 am to 11:15 am
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
Come play video games with other queer people! Stream your game, play something together, or just check out what others are playing and hang out. Every 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month starting at 7pm in the Gaming voice channel!
Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA
SALEM GAY MEN’S GROUP
| FOOD | FUN | FRIENDS |
5-7 PM Every Tuesday Night in the Southside Speakeasy Show Bar & Lounge
A gay men’s group focused on building community through dinner is a fantastic way to forge meaningful connections with gay men of diverse ages, backgrounds, and experiences, creating a rich tapestry of perspectives and stories.
Whether you’re looking to expand your social circle, learn from others, or simply enjoy a good meal in good company, embrace an opportunity that can lead to lasting friendships and a stronger sense of belonging within your community.
Blast Off Vintage, 860 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) in the basement of Blast Off Vintage every week.
Wednesdays, to 9:00 pm
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
Checkpoint 221, 1233 Riverbend Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304, USA
Come join the in-person meetup of the Mid-Willamette Queer Collective!
We meet every 3rd Thursday to socialize, craft, play board games or enjoy a BYO solo activity like crocheting/art/etc. Feel free to interact with others to the level that is right for you. Anywhere from low-social battery where you’re nearby others who are chatting it up but you are silent all the way up to chatting to everyone around the room.
This event is designed for ages 18+; Because the venue is kid-friendly, children may attend with a parent or guardian who stays nearby and supervises them.
Check out Salem Capital Pride’s Online Communities page for more information about our group.
Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA
🌟Step right up and join Star Empress 46 Kristal De’Cantor and the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Willamette Empire! 🌟
🎉 Reign 46 proudly presents: BINGO NIGHTS! 🎉
Clear your calendars for the first and third Thursday of every month. We’re rolling out the red carpet for an evening packed with thrilling games, hearty laughs, and all-around good vibes—all for a noble cause! But hold onto your bingo daubers, there’s more! 🎁
Not only will you bask in the glory of shouting “BINGO!” but your participation helps our Reign 46 charities: 🏥 HIV Alliance 🌈 The Trevor Project 🍲 Marion County Food Share
Every dab, every giggle, and every triumphant win gets us closer to making a real difference. Together, we can spread joy and create positive ripples while having an absolute blast!
Tell your friends, tell your enemies, heck, tell your pets! Join us in this fabulous journey of fun and philanthropy. Let’s make Reign 46 Bingo Nights the talk of the town!
Loucks Auditorium, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Transgender Day of Remembrance
We gather to remember transgender lives lost to violence, and to stand with those still here. Reading of names | Moment of silence | Community speakers | LGBTQIA+ Resource tables
Free and open to the public
Friday November 20, 2026 6:00 to 7:00 PM Doors open 5:30 PM
Loucks Auditorium Salem Public Library 585 Liberty St SE Salem, Oregon
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Hosted by the Salem Human Rights Commission
Loucks Auditorium is wheelchair accessible. For ASL interpretation, language services, or other accommodations, call 503-540-2371 (Relay 711) or email humanrights@cityofsalem.net at least two business days in advance.
First Congregational Church, 700 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at First Congregational Church every week.
Saturdays, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
The hike will be a 4.1 mile loop with 330 ft of elevation gain. The trail will have parts of gravel, dirt, mud if wet, and natural ground. It will be mostly forest and a stop at a lake. Dogs are allowed on leash.
Welcomaaa Club, 3825 D St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at Welcomaaa Club every week.
Sundays, 10:15 am to 11:15 am
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Salem, 5090 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97317, USA
On the fourth Sunday of every month, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Salem is hosting an LGBTQ+ Discussion Group in the Blue Room, so that queer folks within our community can come together, check in, and share their feelings about current events and beyond.
Every month will have a new focus topic, but it’ll be more of a suggestion than a guideline!
Ticket to Play Board Game Cafe, 5008 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97306, USA
Let’s play some board games!
Join Capital Pride for a Queer Board Game Meetup on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month, from 3 to 6 pm at Ticket to Play Board Game Cafe!
Ticket to Play is ADA accessible, can hold 40 people, and allow no outside food, but offer food and beverage options for purchase. They also have a large collection of board games to pick from!
Normally Ticket to Play charges a $5 cover, but they’ve agreed to waive this fee for participants who make a food or drink purchase. If you are facing financial hardship, Capital Pride will cover the $5 fee for up to 3 attendees on a first come first serve basis.
Southside Speakeasy, 3529 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA
SALEM GAY MEN’S GROUP
| FOOD | FUN | FRIENDS |
5-7 PM Every Tuesday Night in the Southside Speakeasy Show Bar & Lounge
A gay men’s group focused on building community through dinner is a fantastic way to forge meaningful connections with gay men of diverse ages, backgrounds, and experiences, creating a rich tapestry of perspectives and stories.
Whether you’re looking to expand your social circle, learn from others, or simply enjoy a good meal in good company, embrace an opportunity that can lead to lasting friendships and a stronger sense of belonging within your community.
Salem Human Rights Commission’s LGBTQIA+ Rights Committee Meeting
Salem Human Rights Commission’s LGBTQIA+ Rights Committee Meeting
November 25, 20266:00 pm – 7:00 pm
555 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
The Salem Human Rights Commission’s LGBTQIA+ Rights Committee is looking for passionate individuals to join us in advocating for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and equity in Salem.
Since 2017, we’ve worked to address issues impacting the LGBTQIA+ community, including helping develop a transgender interaction training video for law enforcement and supporting ongoing inclusion efforts for municipal agencies. We also provide guidance to the Human Rights Commission and host the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance.
The committee meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m in Room 220 of City Hall.
Let’s work together to make Salem a more inclusive and welcoming place for all.
Blast Off Vintage, 860 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) in the basement of Blast Off Vintage every week.
Wednesdays, to 9:00 pm
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
**NEW LOCATION: 333 High St NE – Brick building behind the mall**
Meetings are for all middle- and high-school-aged youth, 18 and under. Join us for check-in, snacks, discussions, workshops, games, arts and crafts, help with homework, and chill time!
Radness Ensues, 3837 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303, USA
Every fourth Friday at 6PM, the Mid-Willamette Queer Collective will meet at Radness Ensues in Keizer, OR. To keep up to date, be sure to join the “Mid-Willamette Queer Collective” Discord for more information. Or contact Tricarico (tricaricoschwartz@gmail.com) if you have any questions.
Salem Health CHEC, 939 Oak St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA
**NEW MEETING TIME: 11AM – 2PM**
On the 4th Saturday of every month, now from 11 am to 2 pm, we’ll be meeting at the Community Health & Education Center to get our craft on!
Bring your craft supplies and hang out with other members of the community while expressing your creativity. All types of crafts are welcome as long as they are safe to do indoors.
Please be mindful that the Community Health & Education Center is a hospital building, so children must be supervised and well-behaved at all times. Be aware that there will also be security at the front entrance.
The CHEC is ADA accessible and located on 939 Oak St SE within the Salem Health Hospital campus. There are nearby bus stops and a parking lot directly outside the entrance of the building.
The Salem Trans Collective is a new group for trans and nonbinary folks in the Salem area. This is an in-person support group offering community, support, advice, and comradery to the community. Come hang out, have some tea, coffee, and home baked goods and meet other members of the Salem trans and nonbinary communities. Address for the meeting can be found in the discord link.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Salem, 5090 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97317, USA
The UUCS QUUeer Alliance is hosting a monthly queer movie night, open to everyone. We’ve got lots of seating, so the more the merrier! Bring a date, bring your friends, have some snacks, and stick around after for a bit to chat about the film!
First Congregational Church, 700 Marion St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at First Congregational Church every week.
Saturdays, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
Welcomaaa Club, 3825 D St NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
Hosted by Outright Mental Defectives (OMD) at Welcomaaa Club every week.
Sundays, 10:15 am to 11:15 am
In-person
LGBTQ
Lesbian
Non-Binary
Open
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Non-alcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.
JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF MAKING HISTORY!
We are excited to invite you to a special gala celebrating and supporting the future Salem LGBTQ+ Youth Center! The Salem Pride and Resource Center the first dedicated queer youth community center in Salem.
This new center will provide a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ youth, families, and allies to find support, resources, community events, advocacy opportunities, and connection. Created through a partnership between Rainbow Youth, Salem PFLAG, Salem Capital Pride, and many other local organizations, this center represents a major investment in the future of our community.
Join us for an evening of celebration, community, and fundraising as we work together to bring this vision to life.
When: November 29th, 2026 6pm
Where: Reed Opera House
What: Fundraiser Gala to support Salem’s first ever LGBTQ+ Center
| 18+ event | Wine and hors d’oeuvres |
This is a paid event but all admissions will be added towards your own contributions to the event (cumulative into your donor tier).
Join us for live music (by RiRi Caliente, Amy Chao, and Hannah Wood), silent auction, and networking with community leaders.
RSVP at: http://givebutter.com/sparcgala26
Join us we honor our combined work to end HIV, celebrate our successes and remember those we have lost. We will be hosting a World Aids Day ceremony to recognize the Importance of World AIDS Day, and keeping awareness about HIV in Oregon alive. We will have a Ticketed Dinner, ticket link below, raffles and drag show. All are welcome to attend.
