Fair Info
When
July 1 through July 12, 2026
We're open on July 4th! Come celebrate at the Fair!
| Wednesday, July 1 – Friday, July 3 | 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. - Gates close at 9 p.m. |
| Saturday, July 4 – Sunday, July 5 | 12 noon to 10:00 p.m. - Gates close at 9 p.m. |
| Monday, July 6 – Friday, July 10 | 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. - Gates close at 9 p.m. |
| Saturday, July 11 - Sunday, July 12 | 12 noon to 10:00 p.m. - Gates close at 9 p.m. |
What
- The Salem Fair does not charge the public an admission fee for this event. Entry is FREE - you pay to ride rides, games, food and vendors. Parking is also FREE
- Children 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult parent, or guardian over the age of 25, with valid I.D. at all times while on the fairgrounds.
- Clear bags only. No diaper bags or backpacks allowed unless clear and meeting new guidelines. Clear here for details.
- Everyone will be subject to bag checks and pass through a metal detector upon entry.
- No outside food or beverage.
- Gates close at 9 pm. The fairgrounds and rides close at 10.
- Shirts and Shoes are required.
Prohibited Items: Pets, backpacks, face coverings or masks, drones, alcohol, fireworks, illegal drugs, illegal weapons, glass containers.
The Salem Fair is located in the heart of the Roanoke Valley on the grounds of the Salem Civic Center Complex. It is accessible north and south via Interstate 81 and east and west via U. S. Route 460.
Pedestrian Traffic -
The area in front of the Salem Civic Center will be closed to vehicle traffic to help pedestrians move easier from the shuttle bus drop-off and parking lots while at the fair. This area is designated in orange.
Where
Contact
Commercial Exhibitors - Corrie Prater
Concession Exhibitors - Wendy Delano
Corporate Sponsorship - Corrie Prater
Blue Ribbon Exhibits - Melissa de Pineda
Fair Managers - Carey Harveycutter & Wendy Delano