Salem Arts Festival 2026
| Dates: | Friday, June 5, 2026 - Sunday, June 7, 2026 |
| Hours: | Hours Vary see below |
| Ages: | Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Cost: | Free |
| Category: | Arts & Culture |
Join us for the 18th annual Salem Arts Festival, June 5-7, 2026, in historic downtown Salem, celebrating our Salem 400+ milestone through a vibrant showcase of local art, music, dance, and theatre performances across outdoor stages. This free, family-friendly event honors four centuries of creative spirit through interactive art-making, a makers' marketplace, pop-up exhibitions, a live mural slam, and public art installations, drawing over 10,000 attendees annually.
Art and creativity heal and connect our community. Arts and Culture are an integral part of day-to-day life in Salem. Dive into a weekend of creativity and fun at the annual Salem Arts Festival!
This is your chance to be part of a community-wide party celebrating the arts in the heart of Salem.
With activities and performances for all ages, it's the perfect outing for families, art lovers, and anyone looking to soak up some local culture.
For three days each June, this FREE family-friendly festival transforms downtown Salem, MA, into an opportunity for the arts community to showcase their talents.
The Salem Arts Festival celebrates the arts in all its forms: painting, photography, sculpture, installation, dance, music, writing, film, new media, performance, theater, poetry, culinary, visual art and more.
This event appeals to all audiences and all are welcome to enjoy the weekend's festivities.
This annual festival has become a source of pride and revenue for hundreds of creative professionals and a major economic boost to the local community, with over 7500 attendees annually.
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Friday, June 5, 6 pm to 9 pm
Saturday, June 6, 11 am to 6 pm
Sunday, June 7, 11 am to 6 pm
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32 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970 map
Phone: 978-744-0004
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