Fête en Blanc Salem

Sunday July 19, 2026

If you have not received the location email yet, please go to our Facebook Group Page to see the location announcement.

Concept

Fête en Blanc Salem is a free communal event inspired by the Paris and worldwide diner en blanc tradition that draws thousands of people every year. Attendees sign-up in advance to participate in a large communal pop-up dinner to be held in a public space in Salem. At noon on the day of the event, registrants will receive an email telling them where everyone will meet that evening. At 5:00 and no earlier, diners arrive with the full complement of items needed for an elegant outdoor meal (tables, chairs, food, candles, hats, etc). Drinks and sharing of hors d’oevres until 6:30 and then the meal begins. At the strike of 8:00, cleanup begins and everything is taken away without a trace of having been there.  People enjoy competing for the prettiest table, the nicest flowers, even the most creative white attire.

Expectations of Participants

  • No early birds! Please arrive at 5:00pm, and no earlier

  • Wear white from head to toe — creativity encouraged!

  • Bring everything you require for an elegant picnic, including:

    • A small portable table and chairs to accommodate your group

    • A white tablecloth (can even be a bedsheet!)

    • Plates, silverware, and glassware (please think green and avoid disposable items!)

    • Something to eat! You’ll no doubt end up sharing, but plan to be
      self-sufficient

    • Beverages of your choice

    • Candelabra, flowers, hats, and bells are encouraged

  • Carry-in, carry-out. Leave no trace.

Please Note

  • Restroom facilities will be provided

  • Parking will be conveniently located

RSVP

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Help us help the Salem Pantry. The need is particularly urgent this year.  Make a donation to the Salem Pantry by midnight July 16th and be entered to win a bottle of Champagne.  Prize will be given night of the event. Thank you!

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Host Committee

Chair: Michael Selbst

Amy Brooks
Jane Carroll
Beki Ferrari
Micah Hapworth
Glenn Kennedy
Milo Martinez

Brooklyn Brown Northrup
Karen Scalia
Rochelle Sport
Rosario Ubiera-Minaya
Bradley Williams
Jobeth Williams