Hawthorne & Local Events

  • 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 | ...

  • Thanksgiving Day Buffet at the Hawthorne Hotel

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

    Celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends at the historic Hawthorne Hotel. Enjoy a festive buffet featuring traditional holiday favorites from our carving station to roasted salmon, creative seasonal salads such as roasted squash and spinach to irresistible desserts including homemade pecan pie. Seatings are available from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM in one of our inviting restaurants or elegant function ...

  • Knife Throwing at Wicked Axe

    Wicked Axe 721 S Main Street, Haverhill, MA, United States

    Ready to try something a little different? Knife Throwing is available every Thursday evening at Wicked Axe! Step up to the line, take aim, and see if you’ve got what it takes to stick the perfect throw. Gather your crew and make a night of it with axe throwing, food, drinks, and plenty of competition. Knife throwing is offered Thursdays ...

  • Tea & Cake Tasting

    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!

  • Santa’s Arrival & Holiday Tree Lighting

    Santa Claus will arrive at the top of the Hawthorne Hotel (18 Washington Square W) promptly at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 27, 2026, with assistance from the Salem Fire Department, of course. Organizers recommend arriving to the Salem Common by 5:45 p.m. to catch the arrival. Santa’s arrival will be followed by a procession down the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall to Lappin ...

  • ‘Tis the Season: Charlotte’s Christmas

    Woman’s Friend Society 12 Hawthorne Blvd, Salem, MA, United States

    November 27th at 7PM and November 28th at 4PM at the Woman’s Friend Society, Hawthorne Blvd. A participatory sing-along based around New England’s winter traditions from before Christmas was a legal holiday in Massachusetts. Punch and cookies are included. *Content warning: courting rituals, drunkenness and enslavement are topics in this show. Children are welcome, but parental discretion is advised.

  • Salem Arts’ Annual Holiday Market

    Old Town Hall 32 Derby Sq, Salem, MA, United States

    Going back to 2012, Salem Arts brings together artists and makers from our membership and the greater North Shore for our Holiday Artists’ Market at Salem’s historic Old Town Hall. Held on Small Business Saturday, the juried 2-story market features handmade art, character performers, and live music. Organized by our member volunteers, it’s a labor of love and a joy ...

  • ‘Tis the Season: Charlotte’s Christmas

    Woman’s Friend Society 12 Hawthorne Blvd, Salem, MA, United States

    November 27th at 7PM and November 28th at 4PM at the Woman’s Friend Society, Hawthorne Blvd. A participatory sing-along based around New England’s winter traditions from before Christmas was a legal holiday in Massachusetts. Punch and cookies are included. *Content warning: courting rituals, drunkenness and enslavement are topics in this show. Children are welcome, but parental discretion is advised.

  • 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 | ...

  • Tea & Cake Tasting

    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!

  • 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 | ...