Salem Multicultural Institute and World Beat

Salem Multicultural Institute and World Beat Celebrate. Explore. Culture. Oregon's largest multicultural event. 25,000 visitors, 125 performances, 70 cultures, 2 days, 1 world.

06/07/2026

Kathleen Fish helped found Oregon's largest multicultural event, the World Beat Festival in downtown Salem, nearly three decades ago. See link below ⬇️

📸 Tracy Loew/Statesman Journal

06/06/2026

Want to experience World Beat from the inside out? Volunteer with us!
We are looking for amazing people to join the team and help bring the festival to life. Trust us, the perks are pretty sweet.

Here is what you get just for helping out:

Free Admission: Enjoy the festival on us when you aren't on shift!

Behind-the-Scenes Access: See how the magic happens and experience World Beat like a VIP.

Fuel for your Shift: We’ll keep you going with complimentary food and water.

The Merch: Score an exclusive, free World Beat volunteer T-shirt.

School Credit: Need volunteer hours for school? We’ve got you covered and are happy to sign off on your hours!

Come make some memories, meet incredible people, and be a part of something big.

June 26 - Friday Night 5pm-10pm
June 27 - Saturday 10AM-11PM
June 28 - Sunday 11AM-6PM

👉 Sign up here to join the team: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050D44AFAF2EA4FD0-62022110-2026 #/ or DM us for more details. See you there!

At World Beat, we know that art and culture only thrive when they have a strong foundation -and we are incredibly lucky ...
06/05/2026

At World Beat, we know that art and culture only thrive when they have a strong foundation -and we are incredibly lucky to have some of the best partners in the business! We want to extend a massive thank you to our global sponsors for their unwavering commitment to our mission and the Salem community:

Advantage Heating and Air Conditioning
Oregon Specialty Group
Fischer and Hayes
Barrios Newnam Family Trust
Capital Manor
Rubicon Investments
Leaf Filter
Salem-Kawagoe Sister Cities
Jaquish & Kenninger Foundation
Marion & Polk Early Learning Hub

It’s because of the generosity and vision of partners like these that we can continue to celebrate the vibrant diversity and creativity that make our city so special. Thank you for helping us keep the heart of our culture beating strong!

Live in Salem! Join us June 5th at Salem's Historic Grand Theatre for Voices of Connection, a powerful benefit concert s...
06/02/2026

Live in Salem! Join us June 5th at Salem's Historic Grand Theatre for Voices of Connection, a powerful benefit concert supporting Aphasia Relearned.

Our goal is precise: raise enough funds to send one person to a life-changing speech therapy program and give them the gift of their voice back.

Experience the world debut of "Pieces of Me," a moving original song by Bryan Hopkins (Elvis Monroe), featuring an incredible lineup with Jason Carter, Silver Sorensen, and Josh Schroeder. We are also honored to host guest of honor & founder, Kent Emry!

June 5, 2026 | Doors 7:00 PM | Show 8:00 PM | $30 GA | All Ages

Let’s rally together for an incredible cause! 👉 Grab your tickets here: https://salemshg.vbotickets.com/event/Voices_of_Connection_A_Benefit_for_Aphasia_Relearned_with_Bryan_Hopkins/190078

Salem's Historic Grand Theatre and Event Center

Give it up for Two Story Zori, Seattle’s own island reggae band proudly representing Guam, Hawai‘i, Samoa, and the Phili...
05/30/2026

Give it up for Two Story Zori, Seattle’s own island reggae band proudly representing Guam, Hawai‘i, Samoa, and the Philippines. Blending their love for the islands with reggae grooves, R&B influences, and smooth harmonies, TSZ brings a sound uniquely their own. Since 2009, they’ve shared the stage with some of reggae music’s biggest names while building a strong following across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Their passion for island culture and music shines through in every performance, bringing feel-good vibes and energy wherever they play. Catch them performing only on Saturday, June 27 from 8:45 to 9:45 on the Mainstage!

A huge thank you to Rubicon Investments for their incredible support of World Beat! Your generosity makes a lasting impa...
05/28/2026

A huge thank you to Rubicon Investments for their incredible support of World Beat! Your generosity makes a lasting impact on our community and helps us keep the rhythm going. We are so grateful for your partnership.

The World Beat Festival is just one month away! Get ready to transform Salem’s Riverfront Park into a global village fro...
05/26/2026

The World Beat Festival is just one month away!

Get ready to transform Salem’s Riverfront Park into a global village from June 27th–28th and June 26 Friday night at the beat, featuring the vibrant traditions of the Pacific Islanders. Whether you’re there for the high-octane Dragon Boat Races, the fire dancing, or the incredible global street food, this is your chance to experience over 70 cultures in one epic weekend. Grab your tickets, grab your friends, and we'll see you at the waterfront! 🌏✨

🎶 Live Music ✅💃🏾 Cultural Dance ✅🍜 International Food ✅🎉 A Weekend of Fun ✅ ✅ ✅Join us for the 2026 World Beat Festival ...
05/24/2026

🎶 Live Music ✅
💃🏾 Cultural Dance ✅
🍜 International Food ✅
🎉 A Weekend of Fun ✅ ✅ ✅

Join us for the 2026 World Beat Festival June 27-28 at Riverfront Park in Downtown Salem. Tickets are only $5 a day (ages 14 and younger are free) and available at the gate, or in advance at https://events.humanitix.com/2026-world-beat-festival-b2fxqwn5

See you at The Beat!

05/23/2026

Donate Your Fabric Scraps to World Beat Kids Crafts!

Do you have leftover fabric scraps lying around the house? Put them to great use! The Salem Multicultural Institute is collecting fabric donations for World Beat kids' craft projects.

You can drop off your donations at 390 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR, Tuesday through Friday between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Thank you for helping us inspire the next generation of creators!

Address

390 Liberty Street SE
Salem, OR
97301

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+15035812004

Website

http://www.salemmulticultural.org/index.shtml

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