Hawthorne & Local Events

  • Saturday Morning Run Club

    Couch Dog Brewing Co. 76 Lafayette Street, Salem, 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.

  • Alchemy of Souls Book Launch with Adriana Mather

    Hawthorne Hotel 18 Washington Square West, Salem, MA, United States

    Come and meet New York Times-bestselling author Adriana Mather at the launch of her new young adult dark academia novel Alchemy of Souls. Two magically bound teens race to solve the mystery of an ancient magical key before it’s too late. Preorder your copy of Alchemy of Souls on Wicked Good Books’ online store.

  • Tour en Español

    The House of the Seven Gables 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, United States

    ¡Un recorrido por La Casa de los Siete Tejados en español!

  • Salem as Muse: In Discussion with Footwear Artist in Residen

    Peabody Essex Museum 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 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 ...

  • Open Mic Night

    East Regiment Beer Company 30 Church St, Salem, MA, 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!

  • Tuesday Trivia @ ERBC

    East Regiment Beer Company 30 Church St, Salem, MA, 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!

  • Bubbles & Books Storytime at Hammond Castle Museum

    Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, 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 ...

  • Open Mic Night

    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 | ...

  • Salem Farmers’ Market

    Derby Square 32 Derby Square, Salem, MA, 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.

  • The Wicked Running Club

    Village Tavern 168 Essex Street, Salem, MA, United States

    The Wicked Running Club (5 PM meet up at the Village Tavern) every Thursday: Free to all, everyone invited to join the run; meet back the Village for a brew.

  • East Reggie Run Club

    East Regiment Beer Company 30 Church St, 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. Running in a group offers ...

  • Free Admission for August Adventures

    Peabody Essex Museum 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, United States

    Supported by the Highland Street Foundation, PEM is offering free admission on August 15 for all visitors! About August Adventures During the month of August 2026, Highland Street Foundation is partnering with Massachusetts cultural institutions to provide one free activity each day for 31 days, including no-cost admission to museums, zoos, nature sanctuaries or historical sites. August Adventures: Free admission ...