Salem, VA Parks and Recreation

Salem, VA Parks and Recreation The Department of Parks & Recreation provides the citizens of Salem with year round programs and activities, which are geared for all ages.

Programs are divided into: Senior Citizens Center, James I. Moyer Sports Complex/Kiwanis Field, Adult Sports, Youth Sports, Community Activities and Special Events. The programs are operated with a full-time staff of 16 and a number of part-time staff such as field maintenance workers, instructors, game officials, summer special event workers, summer interns, sports clinic leaders and volunteer c

oaches. Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of citizens through professionally managed recreation programs, tournaments, and special events that foster economic impact, promote healthy lifestyles, social interaction, and civic pride among participants.

What a night! 💙✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us for Salem After Five! From live music by The Frequency ROCKS + deli...
08/31/2026

What a night! 💙✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us for Salem After Five!

From live music by The Frequency ROCKS + delicious local food to handcrafted goods, + cold brews, it was an evening to remember. 🎶
A special thank you to Pinnacle Financial Partners for presenting this event, our charity partner Local Office on Aging, our incredible vendors + artisans, + everyone who came out to support our local community.

We’re so grateful you spent your Friday night with us! 🎸🌄

🅿️ Parking for Salem After Five TONIGHT! 🚗Heading to Salem After Five featuring The Frequency ROCKS? Check out the parki...
08/28/2026

🅿️ Parking for Salem After Five TONIGHT! 🚗

Heading to Salem After Five featuring The Frequency ROCKS? Check out the parking map below to help plan your visit.

Join us at the Salem Farmers Market for an evening of live music, delicious food trucks, & ice-cold brews. BONUS: Tonight's Salem After Five will take place alongside the Friday Night Artisan Market, featuring local artisans & handcrafted goods. Gates open at 5:00 p.m., and the music begins at 6:00 p.m.

We can't wait to see you there!🎶🎸
Salem After Five featuring Frequency

Registration is open for our Fall 2026 Dog Obedience Class which will be held on Saturdays from September 26 to October ...
08/25/2026

Registration is open for our Fall 2026 Dog Obedience Class which will be held on Saturdays from September 26 to October 31. Classes are instructed by Darr Graham and Lewis Redd, both AKC approved CGC Evaluators. This is for any breeds and ages. Please call 540-375-3054 for questions or to sign up!

Salem After Five is back! 🎶Join us Friday, August 28, for an evening of live music, great food, local artisans, + commun...
08/24/2026

Salem After Five is back! 🎶

Join us Friday, August 28, for an evening of live music, great food, local artisans, + community fun! 🙌

This month, Salem After Five is happening alongside the Friday Night Artisan Market, so come shop handcrafted goods from talented local makers while enjoying an evening at the Salem Farmers Market.

🎤 Live Music: Frequency
📅 Friday, August 28
🕔 5:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 Salem Farmers Market
💲 $5 admission — Children 12 & under are free with a paying adult!

Bring a chair or blanket, grab some food, enjoy a cold brew from P.A. Short, + bring the whole family for an evening of fun!

🍔 Food Trucks:
• Rocky Mount Smokehouse
• Empanada Nirvana Roanoke
• Sweet Surrender Ice Cream Co.
• The Kettle Cooker Express
• Star City Sips

✨ Presented by: Pinnacle Financial Partners
❤️ Charity Partner: Local Office on Aging

🚫 No coolers, outside food or drinks, rollerblades, skateboards, or pets are permitted. No re-entry permitted.

08/21/2026

TONIGHT'S MOVIES IN THE PARK IN SALEM - POSTPONED
The threat of more rain and storms tonight is too great for this popular family event, so we will try again on September 4. Be sure to mark your calendars and help us spread the word!

Come out to Salem After Five and bring your crew! We’re inviting you to raise your vibration with The Frequency ROCKS !...
08/20/2026

Come out to Salem After Five and bring your crew! We’re inviting you to raise your vibration with The Frequency ROCKS ! 🎸

The Frequency, quickly becoming a “fan favorite” in Southwest VA, brings a high-energy mix of rock, rap, pop + country, spanning the ’60s all the way through the 2000s — a vibe for everyone to enjoy.

Join us at the Salem Farmers Market on Friday, August 28th from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Salem After Five featuring Frequency

🏃‍♂️ 🌄 The Salem VA Half Marathon is back on October 10th 🍂✨ Whether you’re chasing a PR, taking in the views, or crossi...
08/19/2026

🏃‍♂️ 🌄 The Salem VA Half Marathon is back on October 10th 🍂✨ Whether you’re chasing a PR, taking in the views, or crossing the finish line for the first time, we’d love to have you join us!

Check out the Triple Crown medal! This medal is for everyone who completes the Blue Ridge Marathon + Salem Half Marathon + the Star City Half Marathon!

Grab your friends, lace up, + make this October one to remember! 🙌
📅 October 10th
📍 Salem, VA
🏃‍♀️💨 Sign up today + let’s hit the road!

Register today! https://runsignup.com/Race/Register?raceId=68760&rsus=500-400-19098c0d-e3e8-426c-a72d-61fe44bef61b

🍿✨ MOVIES IN THE PARK THIS FRIDAY! 🌟🎬Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, + your favorite movie buddies! Join us at Kiwanis ...
08/18/2026

🍿✨ MOVIES IN THE PARK THIS FRIDAY! 🌟🎬

Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, + your favorite movie buddies! Join us at Kiwanis Park for a FREE showing of Pixar’s Elio! 🚀🌌

🕖 Gates open at 7:00 p.m.
🎟️ FREE admission!
🌙 Movie begins at dusk
🍿 FREE popcorn
💵 Kiwanis concession stand will be open — CASH ONLY

Come relax under the stars + enjoy a fun night at the park! ⭐🎥🍿

A big THANK YOU to our sponsor, Renewal by Andersen of Roanoke, for helping make Movies in the Park possible! 💙🙌

📍 Kiwanis Park
🎬 This Friday | Elio
🍿 FREE fun for the whole family!

NEW SENIOR TRIP ANNOUNCEMENT!!! We are headed to the Windy City in May 2027. The Salem Senior Center in conjunction with...
08/17/2026

NEW SENIOR TRIP ANNOUNCEMENT!!! We are headed to the Windy City in May 2027. The Salem Senior Center in conjunction with Diamond Tours is excited to present this 6 day/ 5 night trip to Chicago. Price of the trip is $810 per person (double occupancy) and includes motorcoach transportation, 5 nights lodging, 5 breakfasts and 3 dinners, guided tour of Chicago, a skyline cruise on Lake Michigan, admission to the Museum of Science and Industry and the Field Museum of Natural History and more!!!! For any questions call Brad at 540-375-9709 or visit the Senior Center Office at 110 Union St. in Salem to sign up!!!! A $75 deposit is due at signup!!!

If you're coming out to Pickin' in the Park tonight, parking is available at Longwood Park, The Salem Museum, and Oakey'...
08/15/2026

If you're coming out to Pickin' in the Park tonight, parking is available at Longwood Park, The Salem Museum, and Oakey's Field. Please see the map for reference. We'll have golf cart shuttles running from all locations. We're looking forward to seeing everyone come out tonight for a great evening of bluegrass music!

Pickin' in the Park- Longwood Park, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Address

620 Florida Street
Salem, VA
24153

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15403753057

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