Keizer, Oregon
Until 1982, Keizer was simply part of an unincorporated stretch of Marion County known as Salem-Keizer. After six failed attempts, residents finally succeeded on the seventh try, and Keizer officially became its own city in 1982.
Known as the “Iris Capital of the World,” Keizer celebrates each spring with the colorful and much-loved Keizer Iris Festival. Community spirit shows up in plenty of other traditions too—from the Keizer Holiday Lights Parade and the Gubser Neighborhood’s Miracle of Christmas Lights display to KeizerFest and a lively summer concert series.
Sports fans head to Keizer Stadium, home to the Volcanoes, an independent baseball team. For outdoor recreation, Keizer offers 17 community and neighborhood parks, a 20,000-square-foot skate park (opened in 1999), a disc golf course, soccer fields, and an off-leash dog park. While Keizer doesn’t have a city-run pool, residents have access to two community swim clubs—Holiday and Northwood Park.
The 1990s brought explosive growth, making Keizer one of the fastest-growing cities in Oregon at the time. Today, the city remains a highly desirable place to live thanks to its well-rated schools, abundant parks, and strong sense of community.
Schools in Keizer
Keizer is part of the Salem-Keizer School District and includes:
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6 elementary schools
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2 middle schools
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1 high school
City Information
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Keizer Fire District
Nearby Parks & Recreation
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Carlson Skate Park
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Disc golf course
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Off-leash dog park
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Soccer fields
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Holiday Swim Club
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Northwood Park Swim Club
Local Festivals & Events
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Keizer Iris Festival
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Keizer Holiday Lights Parade
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KeizerFest
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Summer Concert Series