Local News and Events in Salem, VA

Salem Distance Run Returns Downtown

Saturday, August 8, 2026 · Salem, VA

The 52nd Salem Distance Run is scheduled for Saturday, August 8. The Kids Run starts at 7:30 a.m. in Longwood Park, while the 5K and 10K begin at 8:00 a.m. in front of 201 East Main Street and finish at the park. Registration is available for the Kids Run, 5K Run/Walk and 10K, with listed fees of $20, $30 and $35. Longwood Park is at 611 East Main Street.

This local community update for Salem, VA is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026 and is presented by Scott Fogleman. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Salem, VA area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Salem, VA

Explore August 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Salem, VA.

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Salem Holds Republican Primary Election

Salem's statewide Republican primary election is scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, with the U.S. Senate race on the ballot. All Salem precincts will vote at the Salem Civic Center, 1001 Roanoke Blvd., using the Community...

Friday, August 7, 2026

Mailed Absentee Ballots Face August Deadline

Mailed absentee ballots for Salem's August 4 Republican primary must be postmarked on or before August 4 and received by the City of Salem General Registrar's Office by noon Eastern time on Friday, August 7, to be count...

Monday, August 10, 2026

Salem City Council Meets August 10

Salem City Council is scheduled to meet Monday, August 10, at 6:30 p.m. The regular meeting is listed for the Council Chambers at City Hall, 114 North Broad Street. Residents can attend to follow city business and revie...

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

DMV2Go Offers Full Service August 12

Virginia DMV2Go will be at the Salem Civic Center, 1001 Roanoke Blvd., on Wednesday, August 12, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The mobile office will operate in Parlor C, with the entrance on the left side of the building,...

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Senior Center Schedules Wohlfahrt Haus Trip

The Salem Senior Center has scheduled a day trip to Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre in Wytheville for Thursday, August 13. The group will depart from the Salem Civic Center near the tennis courts at 10:15 a.m. The listed...

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Free Pickin In The Park Concert Set

Salem's free Pickin' in the Park concert is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, at Longwood Park, 611 East Main Street. Music begins at 5:30 p.m. with Southern Rail Express, followed by Wound Tight at 6:30 p.m. and Junio...

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When is Salem Distance Run Returns Downtown?+

Salem Distance Run Returns Downtown is listed for Saturday, August 8, 2026.

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