This Sunday, young people can visit Riverfront Park for a chance to get a punk rock makeover before joining a mosh pit, while also connecting with housing, necessities and mentorship through life’s challenges.

Punx in the Park is back, and it’s bigger than ever before.

Salem’s home-grown combination of a punk music festival and youth resource fair expects to draw thousands for a day of music, food and booths offering makeovers, activities and support for youth ages 11-18. This year’s event will have offerings for adults and younger kids, too.

The event starts at 11 a.m., and goes until 7:30 p.m. Riverfront Park is located at 200 Water St. N.E.

Since its first festival in 2022, Punx in the Park has filled downtown Salem’s Marion Square Park. Last year’s event drew thousands, includ

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