Destination Salem

Tea & Cake Tasting
2026-06-26 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Jolie Tea Company, 316 Derby Street, Salem, MA, United States
Free Tea & Cake Tasting at Jolie Tea Company. Every Friday afternoon, 3:00-5:00pm.
Come enjoy and taste some of our favorite tea blends and cake flavors!

En Plein Air Summer Sketch Class Series
2026-06-26 09:30 - 11:30 | Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, 01930, United States
From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents, join us for a seaside, Plein Air sketch class series with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! The three-class series offers a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson with an hour and a half of independent sketching time. All you need to bring is a sketchbook, pencils, a ruler, and an eraser.

Arcade Era Karaoke Thursdays
2026-06-25 21:00 - 23:00 | Bit Bar, 278 Derby St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Come belt out your favorite songs from the late 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s! Be cosmically inspired by the warm glow of 60 cathode ray tube arcade monitors and oh so shiny pinballs.

Open Mic
2026-06-25 19:30 - 23:30 | Gulu-Gulu Cafe, 247 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Come join us for our weekly free Open Mic shindig every Thursday. Sign ups start at 7:30pm and the event starts at 8pm. Hope to see you here!

Mahi Summer Music Series
2026-06-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Mahi Mahi Cruises and Charters, Pickering Wharf 24 Congress Street, Salem, MA, United States
Nothing beats music on the ocean. Live music every Thursday on the Hannah Glover. Dance with friends and strangers under the stars with the best local bands on the North Shore, a boat drink in hand, and munching on a backyard favorite – 21+ cruise.

Thursday Night Trivia at Couch Dog Brewing
2026-06-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Couch Dog Brewing Co., 76 Lafayette Street, Salem, 01970, United States
Game time! Every Thursday from 7:30-9:30pm, join trivia emcee extraordinaire Tressa for some friendly competition and small-batch, home-brewed questions. Top 3 teams will win a Couch Dog gift card, and a random runner-up team will go home with a random physical prize!

Sea Witch Ball Workshop
2026-06-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-22 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sea Wych Salem, 131-1 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Join The Sea Wych Salem for a magical experience in Witch City as she presents the history & lore of the witch ball, & guides you as you create your own using ocean elements, herbs, salts, & more to welcome in joy, banish negativity, or simply for a pretty souvenir to display. Spend some time with us and bring home your own unique and uniquely crafted souvenir.
Tix must be purchased in advance
Ages 13+
Contact to schedule private parties up to 12 ppl, or for families w/children under 13

East Reggie Run Club
2026-06-25 18:00 - 19:00 | East Regiment Beer Company, 30 Church St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Calling all runners! Are you ready to lace up your shoes, hit the pavement, and join a fantastic community of like-minded individuals? Look no further than the Thursday Night Regiment, East Regiment Beer Company’s very own run club, designed to bring together runners of all levels for an incredible weekly experience. Every Thursday at 6pm. Running in a group offers numerous benefits beyond the physical. It provides motivation, accountability, and safety while building camaraderie that can make long miles feel effortless. Together, we’ll explore the beautiful streets and scenic routes of Salem!

Salem Farmers’ Market
2026-06-25 15:00 - 19:00 | Derby Square, 32 Derby Square, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
The Salem Farmers’ Market dates back to 1634. With its peak around 1930, an estimated 10,000 people visited the market on a single Saturday.

Second Nature Film Screening
2026-06-24 18:30 - 20:30 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
An Exclusive free PRIDE Month Film Screening! Featured at leading film festivals including Sundance — now in our community for one night only. Please register to attend.
Second Nature is a groundbreaking documentary directed by Drew Denny and narrated/executive produced by Elliot Page. The film explores gender and sexual diversity in the animal kingdom, challenging the idea that fixed, binary biological norms are the only natural way of life.

Free Bingo Night with Will Pottorff
2026-06-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Gulu-Gulu Cafe, 247 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Come enjoy our weekly free Bingo hosted by the BINGO KING himself Will Pottorff!

Notch Run Club Wednesdays!
2026-06-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Notch Brewing, 283R Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Meters for Liters is a weekly 5k run from the brewery. This is not a race, just a chance to get out and earn some cold beer. When we get back to the brewery, there will be plenty of beer and free pretzel bites for runners!
No sign up is required but you do have the option to “sign in” before the run. Meet at the Tap Room between 6pm and 6:30!

Open Mic Night
2026-06-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Far From the Tree, 108 Jackson Street, Salem, MA, United States
Join us at Far From The Tree for Open Mic Night, a laid-back evening featuring local talent, good cider, and great energy. Whether you’re a musician, poet, comedian, or just there to listen, all are welcome.
Sign-ups are free and open to anyone who wants to share their craft. Come support local creatives or take the mic yourself.
Wednesdays | 5:00–8:00 PM
Far From The Tree Taproom, Salem MA

Tuesday Trivia @ ERBC
2026-06-23 19:00 - 21:00 | East Regiment Beer Company, 30 Church St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Join us for a 5 rounds of general-knowledge pub trivia! One finally Jeopardy-style question for all the marbles–winning team goes home with a gift card and bragging rights!

Open Mic Night
2026-06-22 19:00 - 21:00 | East Regiment Beer Company, 30 Church St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
INDUSTRY NIGHT OPEN MIC
6:30pm Sign Ups Start
7-9pm Open Mic
First come, first serve, with PA provided.
Drink, sing, and be merry with your host and bartender, Dylan!

Food at 400+
2026-06-22 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-21 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-20 12:00 - 17:00 | Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Sq, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Salem Food Tours is celebrating Salem on its 400th anniversary with a multi-faceted 11-day event. Family-friendly and free events included! We’ll be shining a light on Salem’s history through lens of food, fishing, farming, trade, and community. Events to include an exhibit at Old Town Hall with complimentary trolley ride on first weekend, as well as a restaurant event, film event, open houses at historic home museums, urban farm visit, and a very special evening featuring Chef Scott Conant (ticketed event.)

Summer Solstice Sea Witch Ball Workshop
2026-06-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | The Sea Wych Salem, 131-1 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Join us at The Sea Wych Salem for a Summer Solstice experience! Create your own solstice witch ball to invite light, dispel darkness, and welcome the abundant energy of summer seas! Not only will you be making your own magic, you’ll be making your own, one-of-a-kind souvenir and memory from Salem. Admission includes all supplies, materials, instructions, & a complete Summer Solstice ritual kit. See the event link for more details.
Tickets must be purchased in advance
Age 13+ (contact for a private event for children under 13)

Diamond's Dine In w/ DJ Maxine Harrison
2026-06-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Gulu-Gulu Cafe, 247 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Diamond’s Dine In the musical millennial revue with singing, dancing, and of course comedy! Cohosted by DJ Maxine Harrison and featuring rotating weekly special guests! Please come and celebrate Sungay with us and bring all the good energy!

Notch Run Club Sundays!
2026-06-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Notch Brewing, 283R Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Meters for Liters is a weekly group run from the Tap Room. This is not a race, just a chance to get out and earn some cold beer. When we get back to the brewery, there will be plenty of beer and free pretzel bites for runners! On Sundays, choose from a 5k or 10k distance. Open to ALL abilities.
No sign up is required but you do have the option to “sign in” before the run. Meet at the Tap Room at 12:00pm.

Papa Don't Need Another Necktie Cruise
2026-06-21 12:00 - 13:30 | Mahi Mahi Cruises and Charters, Pickering Wharf 24 Congress Street, Salem, MA, United States
Celebrate Dad the best way by enjoying live music on the Hannah Glover. All dads ride for $1 and can enjoy a $1 local brew, because life wouldn’t be the same without him. Cheers Dad! With live music from the Los Sugar Kings!

Tour en Español
2026-06-21 12:00 - 13:00 | The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
¡Un recorrido por La Casa de los Siete Tejados en español!

A Spirited Evening Connecting with the Other Side
2026-06-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Celestial Navigation Astrology & Wellness, 254 Essex St Suite 204 Salem, MA 01970, Salem, 01970, United States
Join educator, author, and former Paranormal Salem owner Kimberly Peterson for an intimate 90-minute indoor workshop exploring the tools, history, and lived experience behind paranormal investigation in Salem. Blending real investigative methods with intuitive development and mediumship, this hands-on experience includes intuitive exercises, a guided spirit communication circle, and the use of tools such as K2 meters and spirit boxes. Each guest receives a pendulum and a signed book. Part history lesson, part intuitive development, part séance. Limited to 12 guests.

Rye Moon Launch Party
2026-06-20 18:00 - 22:00 | Notch Brewing, 283R Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Rye Moon is GO for launch! Celebrate the newest beer collab between Notch Brewing and Die With Your Boots On! Join our Launch Party at Notch Salem, Saturday 6/20 at 6pm!
About Rye Moon: Rye Moon is GO for launch! Traditional amber hefe style meets the rebellious bite of rye. This rye hefe is a refraction of the classic Bavarian brew through a darker, spicier lens. For this Summer Solstice celebration, Rye Moon is a toast to the full moonrise. To overcoming our longest days while engaging our brightest nights. To lifting up others to the stars so we all may share in a vibrant future.

The Revolutionary Work of Women Printers
2026-06-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Peabody Essex Museum, 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Women have always been actively engaged in printing. They continue to disseminate challenging texts, educate the next generation, create beautiful work and run printing businesses. Join artist and master printer Mindy Belloff, historian of early America and digital scholar Jessica C. Linker for a discussion of their own work, the role of women printers in the American Colonies and the Declaration of Independence. Director of PEM’s Phillips Library Dan Lipcan will moderate the discussion.

Rainbow Spa Day
2026-06-20 13:00 - 14:00 | The Good Witch of Salem’s Spell Studio, 281 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Let’s have a Rainbow Spa Day! Join us for a little pampering and relaxation with our Witch Apprentices. Children will create their own rainbow potion and receive sparkly nails, rainbow hair accessories, and a touch of glitter with pink lips and rosy cheeks.

Saturday Morning Run Club
2026-06-20 11:30 - 12:30 | Couch Dog Brewing Co., 76 Lafayette Street, Salem, 01970, United States
Join us for a 5K run or 1 mile run/walk and then enjoy beer or coffee with fellow runners — all are welcome (including sporty pups!). Prizes at every 5th run, and also at milestones of 10, 25, and 50 total runs.
