Salem Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Salem, VA, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 2, 2026
Events take place across Salem throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 15 Upcoming Events
- 0 Events This Weekend
- 3 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
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- All Events 15
- sports 10
- concerts 5
- Live Shows 1
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Upcoming Events in Salem
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.- Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — CLASSICAL: Roanoke Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Pops at Salem Civic Center • 6820 seats,
1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153, US. From $45, Avg. price ~ $77, Tickets Available: 624. Select Seats - Dec 10, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — HOLIDAY: Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland at Salem Civic Center • 6820 seats, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $115, Tickets Available: 1596. Select Seats
- Jan 03, 2027, 8:00 PM Sun — SPORTS, Weekend Event: Amos Alonzo Stagg Bowl at Salem Civic Center • 6820 seats, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153, US. From $36, Avg. price ~ $41, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Jan 08, 2027, 7:30 PM Fri — RODEO, Best Value: Stampede Championship Rodeo - Friday at Salem Civic Center • 6820 seats, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153, US. From $31, Avg. price ~ $42, Tickets Available: 1219. Select Seats
- Jan 09, 2027, Time TBA — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, Weekend Event: NCAA Division III Football Championship Stagg Bowl at Salem Football Stadium, 1004 Texas Street, Salem, VA 24153, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $79, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Jan 09, 2027, 7:30 PM Sat — RODEO, Best Value, Weekend Event: Stampede Championship Rodeo - Saturday at Salem Civic Center • 6820 seats, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153, US. From $34, Avg. price ~ $51, Tickets Available: 1402. Select Seats
- Jan 10, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — RODEO, Best Value, Weekend Event: Stampede Championship Rodeo - Sunday at Salem Civic Center • 6820 seats, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153, US. From $34, Avg. price ~ $51, Tickets Available: 1511. Select Seats
- Apr 09, 2027, 7:30 PM Fri — CLASSICAL: Roanoke Symphony Orchestra: Kings of Soul at Salem Civic Center • 6820 seats, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153, US. From $44, Avg. price ~ $75, Tickets Available: 673. Select Seats
- Apr 15, 2027, Time TBA — Minors (AAA): Salem RidgeYaks vs. Fredericksburg Nationals at Carilion Clinic Field At Salem Memorial Ballpark • 6300 seats, 1004 Texas St., Salem, VA 24153, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $42, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Apr 29, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — COUNTRY / FOLK, High Demand: Gavin Adcock & Blake Whiten at Salem Civic Center • 6820 seats, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153, US. From $77, Avg. price ~ $180, Tickets Available: 1771. Select Seats
- May 28, 2027, Time TBA — Minors (AAA): Salem RidgeYaks vs. Myrtle Beach Pelicans at Carilion Clinic Field At Salem Memorial Ballpark • 6300 seats, 1004 Texas St., Salem, VA 24153, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $42, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Jun 11, 2027, 7:30 PM Fri — CLASSICAL: Roanoke Symphony Orchestra: Music of Chicago, Earth, Wind and Fire & Moody Blues at Salem Civic Center • 6820 seats, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153, US. From $44, Avg. price ~ $70, Tickets Available: 1023. Select Seats
- Jul 23, 2027, Time TBA — Minors (AAA): Salem RidgeYaks vs. Wilson Warbirds at Carilion Clinic Field At Salem Memorial Ballpark • 6300 seats, 1004 Texas St., Salem, VA 24153, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $42, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Aug 06, 2027, Time TBA — Minors (AAA): Salem RidgeYaks vs. Fredericksburg Nationals at Carilion Clinic Field At Salem Memorial Ballpark • 6300 seats, 1004 Texas St., Salem, VA 24153, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $42, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Aug 08, 2027, Time TBA — Minors (AAA), Weekend Event: Salem RidgeYaks vs. Fredericksburg Nationals at Carilion Clinic Field At Salem Memorial Ballpark • 6300 seats, 1004 Texas St., Salem, VA 24153, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $42, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
Salem Events by Month
Events by Show & Venue
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Salem. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What events are happening in Salem right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Salem rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Salem?
Yeah — Salem doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Salem?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Salem, VA. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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American Arenas® is a live-events platform that connects event schedules, venues, and ticket options through trusted marketplace partners. Listings are updated regularly as new events and dates are confirmed, helping users discover what’s happening and explore available ticket options across concerts, sports, shows, and more.