Salem Capital Pride

Queer Prom 2026: Forest of Fantasy

WHAT

An Inclusive Prom Experience For All Ages

Didn’t go to prom when you were younger, not vibing with your school’s prom this year, or just looking for something fun to do this spring? Capital Pride’s Queer Prom is just what you’re looking for!

It’s got all the hallmarks of a prom: dancing, themed décor, food, photo ops, and more, but put on by your local queer nonprofit, Salem Capital Pride.

WHEN

Sunday, May 17th 2026

4:30 to 7 PM (All Ages)
7:30 to 10 PM (Adults 18+)

WHERE

Deepwood Museum & Gardens

1116 Mission St SE, Salem, OR 97302

MENU

Woodland Fare

Light snacks, sweet treats & non-alcoholic refreshments will be available for purchase.

ATTIRE

Whimsical, Floral, Fantastical

Wear what makes you feel magical!

MERRIMENT

Dance Floor ~ Raffle ~ Polaroid Photos ~ Flower Arch ~ Corsages / Boutonnieres ~ Lawn Games ~ And more!

TICKETS

PROM DANCE TICKET (ALL AGES 4:30-7 PM) ~FREE~

Our All Ages Prom tickets are FREE! You must still have a ticket to attend prom. If you are an adult who is not attending with minors, please consider attending the Adults 18+ prom to reserve as many free tickets for our queer youth as possible. Thank you!


PROM DANCE TICKET (ADULTS 18+ 7:30-10 PM) ($5 each)

Our Adults 18+ Prom tickets are $5 each. This is solely to help us cover the costs of the event.

POLAROID PHOTO ($3 each / 2 for $5)

Get an instant polaroid photo taken in front of our flower arch for you to take home!


PAPER FLOWER CORSAGE / BOUTONNIERE ($3 each / 2 for $5)

Pick a flower from our forest that speaks to you and wear it all night long. Want a little more creative control? Why not...


CREATE YOUR OWN CUSTOM CORSAGE / BOUTONNIERE ($5 each)

Don't leave your look up to chance! Design and create your own custom corsage / boutonniere to perfectly match your outfit. At Queer Prom, we'll supply you with everything you need to craft your perfect accessory.

TWO OF EVERYTHING PACKAGES (PRICES VARY)

Make a magical evening for two, with the best discounts too.

GROW THE FOREST (DONATE $5)

Help the forest flourish with a donation toward Queer Prom!

Event Details

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Date and Time

Sunday, May 17, 2026
4:30 PM – 10:00 PM, (PDT)

Location

Last day to buy tickets

Saturday, May 16, 2026

11:59 PM, PDT

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Payment

Tickets

181 tickets left

Queer Prom Dance Ticket (ALL AGES 4:30pm-7pm)

$0 per ticket

Subtotal: $0

109 tickets left

Queer Prom Dance Ticket (ADULTS 18+ 7:30pm-10pm)

$5 per ticket

Subtotal: $0

Polaroid Photo (1)

$3 per ticket

Subtotal: $0

Paper Flower Corsage / Boutonniere (1)

$3 per ticket

Subtotal: $0

Sold out

Create Your Own Custom Paper Flower Corsage / Boutonniere

$5 per ticket

Grow the Forest (Donate)

$5 per ticket

Subtotal: $0

Packages

Photo Package

$5

$5 of the package price is tax-deductible

Two polaroid photos for $5.

Included Tickets:

  • 2 x Polaroid Photo (1)

Subtotal: $0

Corsage / Boutonniere Package

$5

$5 of the package price is tax-deductible

Two paper flower corsages / boutonnieres for $5.

Included Tickets:

  • 2 x Paper Flower Corsage / Boutonniere (1)

Subtotal: $0

Two of Everything (ALL AGES 4:30pm-7pm)

$10

This package comes with two tickets to the All Ages portion of Queer Prom (4:30-7pm), two polaroid photos, and two paper flower corsages / boutonnieres for $10.

Included Tickets:

  • 2 x Queer Prom Dance Ticket (ALL AGES 4:30pm-7pm)
  • 2 x Polaroid Photo (1)
  • 2 x Paper Flower Corsage / Boutonniere (1)

Subtotal: $0

Two of Everything (ALL AGES 4:30pm-7pm; Custom Corsages / Boutonnieres)

$14

This package comes with two tickets to the All Ages portion of Queer Prom (4:30-7pm), two polaroid photos, and two custom paper flower corsages / boutonnieres for $14.

CUSTOM CREATE YOUR OWN CORSAGE / BOUTONNIERE:
Don't leave your look up to chance, design and create your own custom corsage / boutonniere to perfectly match your outfit. At Queer Prom, we'll supply you with everything you need to craft your perfect accessory.

Included Tickets:

  • 2 x Queer Prom Dance Ticket (ALL AGES 4:30pm-7pm)
  • 2 x Polaroid Photo (1)
  • 2 x Create Your Own Custom Paper Flower Corsage / Boutonniere

Two of Everything (ADULTS 18+ 7:30pm-10pm)

$18

This package comes with two tickets to the Adults 18+ portion of Queer Prom (7:30-10pm), two polaroid photos, and two paper flower corsages / boutonnieres for $18.

Included Tickets:

  • 2 x Queer Prom Dance Ticket (ADULTS 18+ 7:30pm-10pm)
  • 2 x Polaroid Photo (1)
  • 2 x Paper Flower Corsage / Boutonniere (1)

Subtotal: $0

Two of Everything (ADULTS 18+ 7:30pm-10pm; Custom Corsages / Boutonnieres)

$22

This package comes with two tickets to the Adults 18+ portion of Queer Prom (7:30-10pm), two polaroid photos, and two custom paper flower corsages / boutonnieres for $22.

CUSTOM CREATE YOUR OWN CORSAGE / BOUTONNIERE:
Don't leave your look up to chance, design and create your own custom corsage / boutonniere to perfectly match your outfit. At Queer Prom, we'll supply you with everything you need to craft your perfect accessory.

Included Tickets:

  • 2 x Queer Prom Dance Ticket (ADULTS 18+ 7:30pm-10pm)
  • 2 x Polaroid Photo (1)
  • 2 x Create Your Own Custom Paper Flower Corsage / Boutonniere