Local Events

Celebrating Yin Yu Tang

Peabody Essex Museum

Join us as we continue to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the cultural exchange project that brought Yin Yu Tang to PEM! For this school vacation week, travel across the world without leaving Salem by learning traditional Chinese paper cutting with local guest artist Zhonghe (Elena) Li on Monday, Thursday and Friday afternoons. Join us for film screenings in Morse ...

Dragon Quest at the PEM

Peabody Essex Museum

Learn about dragons in art and tradition around the world in a scavenger hunt that takes you across the museum. See if you can find all nine dragons — if you find them, a prize awaits you! Stop by the Information desk to pick up your dragon activity booklet.

Traditional Chinese Paper Cutting with Zhonghe (Elena) Li

Peabody Essex Museum

Same-day tickets are required for this timed workshop; capacity is limited. Tickets are available at the Information desk. Spring has arrived! Frogs and ducks are appearing in neighborhood ponds. Chipmunks and rabbits are peeking out of their burrows and birds are building nests. Join artist Zhonghe (Elena) Li for a spring-themed lesson in Chinese paper cutting. She will show you ...

Flower Power Slime Potions

The Good Witch of Salem 2 North Street, Salem, MA, United States

Children will mix, mash, drop, and stir their very own Spring themed slime creation. Students will get to take home their slime. Our magical employeeswill guide children in creating their own slime creations. This workshop is limited to 8 children, pre-registration is required. Under age 4 may attend with the help of a supervising adult.

Pinhole Cameras with Patricia Scialo

Old Town Hall

Program will be held at Old Town Hall and is open to the public during April school vacation week, made possible through a mini-grant from the city of Salem. Explore a walk-in camera display, create paper view-cameras, learn, and have fun!  

Under the Sea Storytime: Tales & Touch

Salem Regional Visitors Center 2 New Liberty Street, Salem, MA, United States

Join us during April school vacation week for a special family event where we will be “diving in” to all things under the sea! Come enjoy some ocean-themed stories, songs, and games, followed by a craft and the chance to meet and learn about real Salem sea creatures from Salem Sound Coastwatch’s touch tank! REGISTER HERE This FREE event is ...

Thursday Night Regiment Run Club

East Regiment Beer Company 30 Church Street, Salem, MA, 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.

Seagrass 4/20 Film Festival

CinemaSalem 1 East India Square Mall, Salem, MA, United States

The Seagrass 420 Film Festival is a celebration of cannabis culture through movies. We aim to show the cultural & societal impact through a diverse assortment of films. We want to bring together like-minded individuals and celebrate our community. We hope you enjoy our first annual 420 Film Festival.

Open-Mic Night

Gulu-Gulu Cafe 247 Essex Street, Salem, MA, United States

Sing, dance, or simply witness local musical talent, or simply witness the chaos of Gulu-Gulu’s open mic.   The best open mic in the World, on the North Shore, in Salem! Come join the fun every Thursday night! Anything and everything are welcome. Sing, Dance, Hum, Orate, or simply witness the beautiful chaos that is the Gulu Gulu Open Mic ...

Live Music at Salem VFW

VFW 95 Derby Street, Salem, MA, United States

Join us for the best events in town! Whether you’re looking for live music, sports viewing parties, or local veteran events, we’ve got you covered. Check out our upcoming events below and mark your calendars.

Adopt a Dino

The Good Witch of Salem 2 North Street, Salem, MA, United States

Children will stuff their own dinosaur plush, create accessories, and learn about crystal magic! This workshop is limited to 8 children, pre-registration is required. Under age 4 may attend with the help of a supervising adult.

Pinhole Cameras with Patricia Scialo

Old Town Hall

Program will be held at Old Town Hall and is open to the public during April school vacation week, made possible through a mini-grant from the city of Salem. Explore a walk-in camera display, create paper view-cameras, learn, and have fun!