Salem 400+ Heritage Days Parade
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August 1, 2026
Salem Heritage Days Parade Returned! A Journey Through 400+ Years of History
Chronological Celebration to Showcase Salem’s Rich Timeline
After more than thirty years the beloved Salem Heritage Days Parade made its triumphant return, brought to life through a collaborative effort between the City of Salem, National Park Service, Salem State University, the Salem Police Department, Salem Trolley and the Salem Chamber of Commerce. This diverse planning committee worked together to offer the community a unique opportunity to experience more than 400 years of Salem’s remarkable story through an innovative chronological format. Under the overarching theme of “Salem Through the Centuries” the parade took spectators on a journey through time, beginning with Salem’s indigenous roots and progressing through each major era that has shaped the city’s identity.
What an amazing Salem 400+ Heritage Days Parade!
Watch the interviews of the lineup here!
Huge thank you to SATV, the Salem Podcast, Lucy Corchado and Dan Lipcan for emceeing his momentous event!
My friend John Andrews also took many amazing pictures! Here are a couple.
