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"Get Rich" Texas Hold'em Tournament- presented by Richard Walsh & Associates, Rich Duncan Construction & Advantage Precast - May 15 - Save the date! Here is your chance to win at our "Get Rich" Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with 1st Buy-In $30 and ten $15 Re-Buys for the first 2 hours ($180 maximum) Amateurs, home gamers, women, men, are welcome! However, you must be over 18 years old. Check-in starts at 6:00 pm with play beginning at 7:00 pm at the Tuff Ranch BBQ at McNary Golf Course

MAYOR’S PET PARADE presented by Copper Creek Mercantile - May 22 - Come join the fun with Keizer Mayor Lore Christopher and her dog as they lead the Pet Parade. The close to ½ mile march is a favorite for pet owners, kids, and beginner walkers. The 9:40 am starting line is at Copper Creek Mercantile  in Keizer. Participants head north along the parade route being cheered and greeted by spectators waiting to watch the Iris Festival Parade.

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Iris Parade - May 22 - Everyone loves a parade! This year’s theme “On the Move” will be portrayed by the colorful floats. Impressively creative, floats are just the beginning. Lively marching bands, talented youth performers, proud equestrians, shinny classic cars, and thousands of spectators make this a not-to-be-missed annual event. Come early for the best seat! Parade begins at the corner of Lockhaven and River Road at 10:30 am and proceeds south along River Road to Glynbrook. To enter a float or group, call the Keizer Chamber of Commerce at 503-393-9111 or register here

Family Village & Stage - May 21-23 - Sponsored by Salem Electric - Fun times for all are back again with new events, new activities, a new location at Keizer Station. Kids, parents and grandparents will be amused and entertained by groups performing live on stage. Come see what is new this year as participants and spectators enjoy the activities rain of shine.

Carnival & Midway - May 21-23 -There is more excitement and thrills at the carnival and midway now located at Keizer Station. Try your skills at the games and maybe win a stuffed animal, take a wild ride and let the wee ones enjoy the more mild floating canoes. There is something for everyone at the carnival whether you are a kid or a kid at heart!