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Pumpkinfest Returns Friday To Farmers Market

Friday, October 30, 2026 · 5:30 PM Eastern Time · Salem, VA

Families can attend Pumpkinfest at Salem Farmers Market on Friday, October 30, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Activities include a trick-or-treat zone, costume judging, face painting, sand art and voting for carved pumpkins in the Chefs vs. Surgeons display. Adult admission is $5; children 15 and younger enter free. Unlimited children's activity wristbands cost $5. Five Dollar Shake provides music, food vendors will be available, and a portion of proceeds benefits Area 8 Special Olympics.

Location: Salem Farmers Market · Corner of Main and Broad Streets, Salem, VA

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October 2026 Schedule

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October 18, 2026 · 11:00 AM Eastern Time

Sunday Early Voting Hours Begin

Salem's General Registrar's Office offers early voting Sunday, October 18, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 19 East Clay Street for the November 3 general election.

October 21, 2026 · 5:00 PM Eastern Time

Star-B-Q Brings Music To Farmers Market

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October 23, 2026

Registration And Mail Ballot Requests Due

Friday, October 23, is Salem's deadline to register or update voter registration for the November election. Mail-ballot applications must reach the registrar by 5 p.m. Mailed regis…

October 24, 2026 · 8:00 AM Eastern Time

Saturday Early Voting Session Available

Residents can vote early Saturday, October 24, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Salem's General Registrar's Office, 19 East Clay Street. This is a separately scheduled weekend session.

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This event is scheduled for Friday, October 30, 2026 · 5:30 PM Eastern Time.

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Salem, VA. Salem Farmers Market · Corner of Main and Broad Streets, Salem, VA

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