Things to Do in Salem in July

The sun is high, the harbor breeze is blowing, and July in Salem is bursting with celebration, history, and summertime charm. From fireworks and live music to theatrical tales and trolley tours, this month brings a mix of coastal cool and cultural magic. Let’s make the most of these long summer days and starry nights.

🎆 Salem Celebrates the 4th – July 4th
Gather on Derby Wharf for an unforgettable Independence Day! Enjoy live music from the Hillyer Festival Orchestra, a Kid Space play area, and fireworks lighting up the night sky over Salem Harbor. Bring your blanket, your friends, and your patriotic spirit!

⛵ Fireworks Sail with Schooner FAME – July 4th
Set sail into history and celebrate July 4th aboard the FAME with a sunset cruise and front-row seat for Salem’s fireworks. Toast the night with drinks on board and experience the harbor like never before.

🎻 Firebird Pops Orchestra: Sea to Shining Sea – July 6th
Experience a musical journey across America at the beautiful Hammond Castle Museum. This outdoor concert celebrates cultural heritage with a stirring performance by Firebird Pops brass and strings.

🍻 Salem Summer Sips Beer & Cider Crawl – July 12th
Celebrate Salem’s craft beverage scene with a citywide crawl featuring Notch, Couch Dog, Far From The Tree, and East Regiment. Grab a full pour at each stop to earn stamps toward a commemorative pint glass. Live music, pop-up food, and good vibes round out this celebration of all things brewed and bubbly.

👻 Tales & Tombstones Tour – Fridays & Saturdays in July
As dusk falls, Salem transforms. Ride through chilling tales of ghost ships, hidden tunnels, haunted inns, and eerie legends in this atmospheric tour through the city’s past with the Salem Trolley.

🕯️ The Making of a Witch – July – November 2025
Explore a lesser-known tale from Salem’s witch trial history in this one-act play about Philip English, followed by a guided tour of historic St. Peter’s Church. Performances run twice each Saturday and support local preservation efforts.

🍷 Grand Wine Tasting at The House of the Seven Gables – July 26th
Sip over 90 wines, meads, and ciders in one of Salem’s most iconic settings! This beloved event from Salem Wine Imports features live music, bites, and community cheer!

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Sunset Sail Salem ⛵️
Set sail on the Salem coast aboard a beautifully restored 1930 schooner with Sunset Sail Salem. Whether you’re chasing golden hour or enjoying a breezy daytime cruise, this is an unforgettable way to see the North Shore. With craft cocktails available from the bar and sails running daily, it’s the perfect mix of luxury, history, and waterfront magic.

North Shore Glass School 🔥
The North Shore Glass School is lighting up the creative scene in Salem – with two locations, including their newest studio at Artists’ Row! Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your skills, NSGS offers a hands-on introduction to the mesmerizing art of glass working. Sign up for private lessons, group classes, summer workshops, birthday parties, or team-building events – and walk away with a one-of-a-kind creation.

Explore the magic of glass and check out upcoming workshops today!

Salem Night Tour 🌙
Explore Salem after dark with Salem Night Tour, a locally owned, family-friendly walking tour that blends eerie stories and haunted history with expert storytelling. Led by passionate local guides – not scripts – each tour weaves together tales of witches, ghosts, and legends for an engaging, all-ages experience. It’s a fun and spine-tingling way to uncover Salem’s eerie past, one story at a time.

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