Local Events

Family Paddle

Salem Willows 167 Fort Ave, Salem

Create lasting memories with a family adventure on the water! Our Salem Family Paddles are designed for families of all ages, combining easy paddling, fun games, and light instruction in a safe, supportive setting. Explore Salem’s scenic harbor together while learning new skills and spotting seabirds, boats, and coastal landmarks. With experienced guides leading the way, it’s the perfect way ...

Kids’ Summer Program at NSGS (10 years old & up)!

North Shore Glass School 16 Proctor Street, Salem

Join us for a week of artistic enrichment and engagement at North Shore Glass School! For kids age 10+, students will be welcomed at our glass studio at 16 Proctor Street for a week of glassblowing, flameworking, fused glass, stained glass and sandblasting. Projects will include but are not limited to glassblowing paperweights and cups, fused glass bowls and suncatchers, ...

Junior Kids’ Glass Summer Program at Artist Row!

Artists’ Row New Derby Street, Salem

For kids ages 7 to 10, we welcome you at our new Artist Row studio in downtown Salem! Join us for a week of glass art exploration. In this program, students will learn about the fine art of glass and work on thoughtfully constructed and age-appropriate projects in fused glass, stained glass, sandblasting, sea glass sculpting, and glass painting.

Summer Youth: Print and Book Making (Weeklong Class)

MiraMar Printmakers 24 New Derby Street, Salem

Explore the idea of series through bookmaking. Students in this class will create a series of related images to be bound together in an artist book. Students will hand craft covers and make marbled paper. All materials are included in the program cost. Ages 8+ (Classes will be tailored to participants) Class runs July 14th – July 18th.

Personal Rainbow Aura Photos

Hauswitch Home + Healing 144 Washington Street, Salem

What would the world become if everyone saw themselves as an energetic being? Each Personal Rainbow appointment comes with an instant-film aura photo and personalized reading of the colors and patterns. Bring a buddy at no extra charge to see your vibe as a dynamic duo! Book ahead as walk-ins fill up quickly, appointments available Thursday-Monday.

Summer Broom Decorating

The Good Witch of Salem 2 North Street, Salem

Fly into The Good Witch and Stay for a Spell! Unleash your creativity at the Good Witch of Salem’s Broom Decorating Station, where you can transform a broom into a magical masterpiece! Use enchanting tape, colorful ribbons, sparkling stickers, and shimmering gems to create a broom that’s uniquely yours. Activity Length: 15-25 minutes Location: The Good Witch of Salem @ ...

Magical Transformations

The Good Witch of Salem 2 North Street, Salem

Through our “Magical Transformations” children embrace their charms and express their individuality. Children can choose to transform into a “Witch” or “Wizard”!

Potion Brewing Store Experience

The Good Witch of Salem 2 North Street, Salem

Make your visit to The Good Witch of Salem’s shop memorable by booking our in-store Potion Brewing Experience. This activity is led by our Witch Apprentices. Activities are recommended for children ages 3 and up. *One appointment slot for each child is required.*

Craft Witch

The Witchery Studio Space 61 Wharf St., Salem

Craft Witch is a DIY crafting session with something for everyone! Choose from a wide array of options to create your very own one-of-a-kind craft. Whichever craft you decide to create, you’ll be provided with all the materials, tools, and knowledge needed to let your creativity flourish. Unlike our broom making, bookbinding, and spelljar making workshops in which participants are ...

Tea & Cake Tasting

Jolie Tea Company 316 Derby Street, Salem

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!

Sunset Kayak & Paddleboard Tour

Salem Willows 167 Fort Ave, Salem

Enjoy a relaxing paddle tour along the coastline of Salem Neck as the sun sets over the Harbor. Tour launches from Salem Willows and is open to all levels of paddlers, including beginners. Kayaks and paddle boards available. Age 18+

Salem Trolley – Tales & Tombstones Tour

Salem Trolley

Dusk transforms the city of Salem. As the city of renown seafarers and distinguished architecture fades into the shadows, a new Salem of the occult and paranormal emerges. Visit scenes of grisly murders and ghastly executions, hear tales of ghosts, both mischievous and malevolent, of Salem’s haunted hotels and restaurants, of long forgotten underground passageways, ancient curses, and legends of ...

ORCA on the Waves

Mahi Mahi Cruises and Charters Pickering Wharf 24 Congress Street, Salem

Groove to live music on the water from a crew favorite band for one night and one night only. ORCA is Steve, Nick, Tim, and Chris. Out of the Northshore, they deliver a mix of covers and originals ranging from Tom Petty to Blink 182. Their sound comes through a mix of influences and is in part a homage to ...

Sea Witch Ball Workshops

The Sea Wych Salem 1 Derby Square, 2nd Floor, Salem

Whether you’re visiting Salem with your witch family or just love (witch)crafting, join The Sea Wych Salem for a magical experience in Witch City. The Sea Wych Salem will present the history and lore behind the witch ball, and then guide you as you create your own to protect your home, welcome in joy, banish negativity, or simply create a ...