The Great Marble Hunt - Salem, Oregon

Sounds like great fun!  Too bad I live clear across the continent. Be safe!

When will maps be given out?  Thanks 

📍 Map Release Update

The official map will be posted on the day of the event. Please register on Eventbrite to receive your wristband maps will be given out with wristbands at check-in.

If you’d like to find me, I’ll be walking in a referee shirt, checking people in around the parameters between the Carousel, Capitol, Fire Department, and Police Station.

The hunt begins soon get ready! 🌀✨

-Marco Arellano 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-great-marble-hunt-salem-oregon-tickets-1583403034099?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

https://www.salemreporter.com/2025/09/10/what-to-do-in-salem-from-sept-11-17-salem-art-fair-intoxicating-shakespeare-marble-hunt/

City approved ! 500 Rsvp + 350 hand made marbles giveaway

https://www.salemreporter.com/event/the-great-marble-hunt/

Sold out!? I didn't see there was a limit to number of participants since it said 'free for all'. Can we register morning of event? Thanks.

Yes. Free 4 All !!!

🎟️ RSVP is now closed — thank you to everyone who registered! 🙌

If you didn’t register, you’re still invited to join us for The Great Marble Hunt

🔥 Live glass marble demonstrations

🏁 Marble racing

🔄 Marble trading

🎲 Marble games all day

📍 120 Commercial Street, Salem, Oregon

✨ See you there!

-Marco A.

#999Marbles 

🎪 Thank You, Salem! 🌀

Thank you every glass artist to everyone who participated in The Great Marble Hunt from the 🎠 Carousel to the 🏛️ Capitol, from the 🎯 starting line to the far corners of the city!

🙏 Thank you to the City of Salem for your support.

🎨 Thank you to the 100+ incredible artists who donated handmade marbles.

🎟️ Thank you to everyone who RSVP’d, registered, and showed up with smiles!

📰 Thank you to the press and media who helped us spread the word.

🏪 Thank you to the local businesses who participated, supported, or hosted drops.

👀 Thank you to the volunteers who helped hide the marbles…

🔍 …and the seekers who set out to find them!

🎭 And a very special thank you to the mystery droppers the unsung heroes of the hunt!

Together, we placed joy and color into hundreds of hands.

Together, we created a memory that will echo across the marbles of time.

💫 Until next time… keep your eyes open and your spirit curious.

#TheGreatMarbleHunt #SalemOregon #MarbleDrop #999Marbles #CommunityArt #GlassArt

🏨✨ OFFICIAL HOTEL PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENT ✨🏨

We’re excited to officially partner with The Grand Hotel in Salem for 🎯 The Great Marble Hunt 2026!

🎉 Exclusive event rates are now available

📞 Call and mention “Great Marble Hunt 2026”

🔗 Or reserve instantly using the direct link below

⏳ Rooms are limited and available through August 1 secure your stay early!

Make it a full weekend experience and stay right where the excitement happens! 💎🔥

🔗 BOOK HERE:

https://res.windsurfercrs.com/ibe/details.aspx?propertyid=15354&nights=1&checkin=9/12/2026&group=MARBLE HUNT 2026&lang=en-us

#GreatMarbleHunt #MarbleHunt2026 #SalemOregon #StayAndPlay #GrandHotelSalem #EventWeekend

This year we’re excited to announce an Official Hotel Partner:

🛏 The Grand Hotel in Salem is offering exclusive group rates for Marble Hunt attendees perfect for making it a full weekend experience. Rooms are available at special pricing through August 1, 2026. Participants can call the hotel and mention “Great Marble Hunt 2026” or use the event booking link to secure their stay.🏨✨ OFFICIAL HOTEL PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENT ✨🏨

 The Grand Hotel in Salem for 🎯 The Great Marble Hunt 2026!

🎉 Exclusive event rates are now available

📞 Call and mention “Great Marble Hunt 2026" through August 1 secure your stay early!

Make it a full weekend experience and stay right where the excitement happens! 💎🔥

🔗 BOOK HERE:

https://res.windsurfercrs.com/ibe/details.aspx?propertyid=15354&nights=1&checkin=9/12/2026&group=MARBLE HUNT 2026&lang=en-us

#GreatMarbleHunt #MarbleHunt2026 #SalemOregon #StayAndPlay #GrandHotelSalem #EventWeekend