Upcoming & Past Events
Celebrate Polynesian Culture Together
View our calendar below and choose an available booking date for the Paradise of Samoa Dance Troupe. You can call us at 503-463-7184, or email us at paradiseofsamoa@gmail.com. Our honorarium is very reasonable and based upon the distance from our studio near Salem, Oregon; we travel throughout the Northwest. Our season is generally from June through September, but all requests out of season may be considered. Fire shows are available, but local permitting is required by the host.
Our troupe brings a changing tent (outdoors events) and P.A. system. The narrated shows are 50 minutes long and represent Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Fiji, and Aotearoa (New Zealand).
Paradise of Samoa is fortunate to have received grants from the Oregon Community Foundation, the Oregon Arts Commission, the Marion County Development Corporation, and the Spirit Mountain Community Fund in support of our shared mission.
Coming Events and Performances
| Date | Event and Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Saturdays, through the World Beat | Scottish Rites Temple 4090 Commercial St SE, or, in good weather, at the gazebo at Keizer City Park | 12:00 Drummers, 1:00 5-12 yr dancers, 1:00 pm 3:00 Big Girls and Boys |
| World Beat Salem !!!! Gallery Open through July 31 | May 1, 2026 through July 31, 2026 “Pacific Islanders-Navigators of the Sea” Gallery – SMI Office 390 Liberty St. SE Salem Festival: June 26, 27h and 28th, 2026 Salem Riverfront Park https://www.salemmulticultural.org/festival/world-beat-festival | World Beat June 26 and 27, 2026 Friday, 5 pm to 11 pm Saturday and Sunday -Fair All Day to dusk Saturday fire show at dusk to 11:00 pm Saturday, 7-8 Paradise of Samoa Band and Friends Nathan Olsen, John Pounds and Shane Hall |
Experience Polynesian Magic
Discover the warmth, artistry, and spirit of a Paradise of Samoa event.
All our dancers dance for free, and we accept all persons that have a willingness to learn. Authentic costumes are provided. Back to school stipends from your dancing. Come join the fun !
Island Bands
Live Island Music
Enjoy live island songs and beats at our events. Our partner, the Oats Band from New Zealand appears when on tour in the U.S, and Paradise of Samoa enjoys the privilege of working with our friends, the finest musicians in Salem as well. If you would like to learn to play an instrument or sing with us contact Craig or Tasi or come to rehearsal
May , 2026
Join Our Next Celebration
We warmly invite you to share in the joy of our upcoming rehearsals and community events. Whether you’re coming to dance for the first time or returning as a friend, your presence helps us keep Pacific Culture and island heritage vibrant. Connect with us to learn more. If you want is to dance or perform for your event book our troupe for your special occasion and remember to support your local libraries !