Salem Kids Events This Weekend February 7th - February 8th 2026

WINTER WONDERLAND CRAFT FAIR : Come make some winter-themed crafts and check out local artisans! There are specific tables set up for kids to create their own decorations and small gifts. It’s a great way to spend a chilly morning indoors.It’s a limited-time fair with dedicated, supervised craft stations perfect for a hands-on Saturday activity.

📍Salem Community Center, Downtown Salem· 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM · All Ages (Craft stations for 4+) · $5 entry, crafts extra

MAD SCIENCE SATURDAY WORKSHOP : Kids get to mix, measure, and make safe, exciting chemical reactions that look like pure magic! This workshop focuses on building simple circuits and seeing polymers in action.A highly engaging, short workshop that focuses specifically on older elementary/middle school kids interested in STEM concepts.

📍Salem Public Library - Community Room, Library District· 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM · 6-12 years · $15

FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE: ANIMATED CLASSICFREE : Catch a beloved animated film on the big screen—popcorn available for purchase! It’s a relaxed, low-stress way to keep the kids entertained during the afternoon.A straightforward, free activity that guarantees two hours of quiet time, ideal for unexpected bad weather.

📍Salem Town Hall Auditorium, Central Salem· 2:00 PM · 5-10 years · Free

JUNIOR CHESS TOURNAMENT DAY : A friendly, structured chess tournament for young players ready to test their strategy skills. Beginners are paired together, so don't worry if your kid is just starting out. Parents can watch from the sidelines!It's a fantastic, structured competitive outlet for older kids that isn't sports-related and happens only this Sunday.

📍Salem Parks & Rec Building, South Salem· 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM · 8-14 years · $10 registration fee

TODDLER TIME SENSORY PLAY SESSIONFREE : Little ones can dive into various safe, non-toxic sensory bins—think colored rice, water beads, and dough stations. Perfect for exploring textures when indoor play is getting stale!It's one of the few specific, short, sensory-focused sessions available this weekend designed entirely for the youngest group.

📍Family Building Blocks Center, West End· 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM · 2-5 years · Free

OUTDOOR NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT: WINTER BIRDSFREE : Grab your checklist and see how many winter birds you can spot on the main loop trail! Guides will be stationed at the start to help younger kids identify common local species.It's a great excuse to get outdoors on Sunday morning and learn a little about local wildlife while exercising.

📍Salem Central Park Trailhead, Salem Park District· Morning (10:00 AM start) · 5-14 years · Free