If you are an organization that relies on Volunteers, please sign up to be a ‘vendor’ at the Volunteer Fair here!

Celebrate Salem’s 400th Anniversary

Be part of history as we kick off Salem’s quadricentennial celebration! This community volunteer fair brings together residents and local organizations, creating connections that will help write Salem’s next 400 years.

We’re thrilled to invite you and your entire family to join us for an incredible FREE celebration as we launch Salem 400+!
Salem 400+ Kickoff and Volunteer Fair
WHEN: January 10, 2-5pm
WHERE: Salem High School, 77 Willson Street, Salem, MA

Why You Won’t Want to Miss This!
🎉 Completely FREE Admission – No tickets, no fees, just come and celebrate with us!
🍴 Delicious Food – We’re providing complimentary food throughout the event inspired by Salem’s 400+ years, curated by the CTE Culinary Arts Program!
❄️ Winter Entertainment – Enjoy activities that celebrate the season and bring our community together.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids Area – Your children will have a blast with a dedicated area.
🎁 Silent Auction – Bid on amazing items and experiences from local businesses and community partners. All proceeds support Salem 400+!
🤝 Volunteer Fair – Meet dozens of local organizations and discover the perfect opportunity to give back to our community.

Get Involved in Salem’s Historic Celebration
Salem 400+ marks a significant milestone in our city’s history, celebrating Salem’s founding and its enduring legacy. This commemoration will feature events, programs, and initiatives that honor our past while building toward our future – and it all starts with this kickoff event!
Whether you have an hour a week or want to dive deep into community service, you’ll find organizations at our Volunteer Fair that align with your passions and allow you to make a real difference in Salem.

Bring Everyone You Know!
This is more than just a kickoff event – it’s a celebration of our community, our history, and our future together. Mark your calendars for THE event of the season. With free admission, great food, winter entertainment, activities for kids, a silent auction, AND a chance to give back to our community – what more could you ask for?
We want to see the whole community there!