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Salem Common

Details unconfirmedPark · Salem, MA
Salem Common, Salem, Massachusetts
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Right now

Salem's oldest park at over nine acres, established 1803 in the heart of downtown, hosting community events and everyday recreation on a large green.

What to expect

Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Not confirmed
Dogs
Salem requires dogs off the owner's property to be leashed and under control; a dog at large on a public beach, park, or mall draws a $50 fine.
Hours
Salem's parks and playgrounds close at sunset, with lighted athletic fields open until 11:00 p.m.; Salem Willows Park stays open until 11:30 p.m. from Memorial Day through October 1.
Managed by
Salem Park, Recreation & Community Services 978-744-0924 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.

What's here

On site

Info kiosk
gazebo/bandstand on the green

Common questions

Is there an entry fee at Salem Common?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to Salem Common?
Salem requires dogs off the owner's property to be leashed and under control; a dog at large on a public beach, park, or mall draws a $50 fine.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (hours, parking, accessibility). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-08-14.