Join us in celebrating art and creativity’s healing and unifying power at the 16th annual Salem Arts Festival 2024, June 7-9. This vibrant event, deeply woven into Salem’s daily life, is a testament to the role of arts and culture in our community. A major economic driver, the festival draws over 7500 attendees yearly, significantly benefiting local creative professionals and the broader community.

The Salem Arts Festival, a dynamic showcase of art, music, dance, and theatre, takes place throughout downtown Salem. It’s a family-friendly affair offering various activities: outdoor performances, hands-on art creation for all ages, local artisans and makers selling their work, pop-up art exhibitions in local businesses, a live mural slam on Artists Row, and an ephemeral public art installation. Salem Arts Festival 2024

This event, jointly presented by Salem Main Streets and Creative Collective, underscores the crucial role of the creative workforce in stabilizing and enriching our local economy. It’s more than a festival; it celebrates community resilience and creativity.

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