Destination Salem

Negro Election Day Celebration
2026-07-18 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Salem Willows, 167 Fort Ave, Salem, MA, United States
For centuries, Black families have gathered with family, friends and loved ones at the Salem Willows on the third Saturday in July. The City of Salem is honored to serve as the home for this community-centered celebration once again this year.

Sea Witch Ball Workshop
2026-07-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-11 19:00 - 21:00 | 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

A Spirited Evening Connecting with the Other Side
2026-07-17 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-07-11 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.

Sunset Paddle Tour
2026-07-17 18:45 - 20:15 | Salem Willows, 167 Fort Ave, Salem, MA, United States
Enjoy a relaxing kayak or paddleboard tour along the coastline of Salem Neck as the sun sets over Beverly Harbor.

Tea & Cake Tasting
2026-07-17 15:00 - 17:00 | 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!

Author Event at Wicked Good Books with JW Ocker
2026-07-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Wicked Good Books, 260 Essex Street, Salem, MA, United States
The bestselling adventure & dark history writer JW Ocker is launching Don’t Go There: A Tour of the World’s Most Sinister Spots at Wicked Good Books. In this new book, J.W. Ocker journeys into some of the world’s most infamous and unsettling locations, uncovering the legends, disasters, and strange histories that make them impossible to resist.

Open Mic
2026-07-16 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
2026-07-16 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
2026-07-16 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!

East Reggie Run Club
2026-07-16 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
2026-07-16 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.

Free Bingo Night with Will Pottorff
2026-07-15 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!
2026-07-15 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
2026-07-15 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

Bubbles & Books Storytime at Hammond Castle Museum
2026-07-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, 01930, United States
Join us every Wednesday morning in July & August for Bubbles and Books on our seaside lawn!
Bubbles and Books is so much more than just storytime. It’s a seaside bubble party featuring stories, music, crafts, a light snack & even an outdoor scavenger hunt.
Doors open at 10:00 am, with bubbles and a craft, then the story & snacks begin about 10:20 am. We recommend you bring a cozy blanket for your little one to cuddle on while we enjoy the storybooks on the lawn. After storytime, enjoy more bubbles and end the morning with a kid-friendly scavenger hunt in front of the Museum.

Tuesday Trivia @ ERBC
2026-07-14 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!

Pops Goes the Willows
2026-07-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Salem Willows, 167 Fort Ave, Salem, MA, United States
Cynthia Napierkowski, Conductor
Enjoy live orchestra music at the Salem Willows!

Free / All Ages

Ginger Cajun Seafood Pride Nights
2026-07-14 08:00 - 17:00 | GINGER SEAFOOD & ASIAN FUSION, 118 Washington St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Ginger has a Pride Night every second and fourth Wednesdays of the month from 7 to 10. It’s a safe place for LGBT+ people and allies to come, hang out and have fun. Featuring a special drink list.

Open Mic Night
2026-07-13 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!

Diamond's Dine In w/ DJ Maxine Harrison
2026-07-12 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!

Salem as Muse: In Discussion with Footwear Artist in Residen
2026-07-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Peabody Essex Museum, 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Join bootmaker Sarah Madeleine T. Guerin for an artist talk as part of our “Salem as Muse” lecture series. Guerin will discuss her bootmaking process in PEM’s Lye-Tapley Shoe Shop, as well as her background, artistic practice and work. PEM’s Curator-at-Large Paula Richter will join her a presentation on PEM’s impressive shoe collection and the history of shoemaking.
This program is part of PEM’s Salem 400+ celebrations.

Notch Run Club Sundays!
2026-07-12 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.

Tour en Español
2026-07-12 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!

Satanic Cookie Decorating Class
2026-07-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Satanic Temple, 64 Bridge Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Join the Salem Art Gallery and Sugar Anarchy for a deliciously devilish cookie decorating workshop at The Satanic Temple of Salem. Unleash your inner artist and create unique, spooky, and fun designs on a fresh batch of sugar cookies!
All Skill Levels welcome!
Cookies, icing, tools, sprinkles and everything you’ll need will be provided by Sugar Anarchy! All supplies included in ticket price.
$66.66 Per Person

Saturday Morning Run Club
2026-07-11 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.
