On May 1, 1971, Mayor Samuel Zoll proclaimed it “Hello Day.” Fire station bells rang across Salem at noon. Residents poured into the streets — along Essex Street, across the Common — to do something radical in its simplicity: say hello to each other. A rock band made up of Salem High students played on the Common. A conceptual artist ...
Join us for a special Presentation and Exhibition Preview celebrating the opening of our two new Spring and Summer temporary exhibitions: Inside the Faraday Cage: The Science of Things That Aren’t So and a mini-exhibit A Tale of Two Pianos. This exclusive preview offers guests early access to both exhibitions, along with curator-led presentations that provide insight into the ideas, ...
Join The Sea Wych Salem for a Beltane sea witch ball workshop in which we celebrate the the halfway point between the vernal (spring) equinox & the summer solstice. Create your own Beltane sea witch ball to honor fertile fields & spring in full bloom. Not only will you be making your own magic, you’ll be making your own, one-of-a-kind ...
Miz Diamond Wigfall hosts a viewing party for RuPaul Drag Race All Stars every Friday. Free! 21+
Ru Paul drag race viewing 8pm Performers go on 9pm Music by Maxine Harrison Free! 21+
Salem Horror Fest is a celebration of diverse voices and innovative filmmaking in a genre that best reflects our cultural demons and anxieties. We currently in are in our 9th year and can’t wait to scratch the surface of what our programming has to offer. FRIDAY, MAY 1 – SUNDAY, MAY 3 Eight venues in downtown Salem Programming events on ...
A kid-only witchy portrait session offering four fun styles for a quick, imaginative Salem experience. For a limited time, young visitors can enjoy a brief witchy portrait designed for vacation fun in Salem. Children pick one of four signature styles—Graveyard Magic, Crystal Ball Witchery, 1692 Glamour, or Earth Witch—and step into character with simple costume pieces. The session blends creativity, ...
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.
Join the Salem Art Gallery for a day of family-friendly activities at The Satanic Temple! We’ll have face painting, arts and crafts, complimentary snacks (while supplies last), yard games, and a bounce house (weather dependent). Reby Hardy will be here signing her book “Life of a Gothic Baby”. All are welcome! Join us to celebrate spring and enjoy our garden.
Buskers will be out on Essex Street from 12-4pm. Then, join them at Bit Bar from 4:30-8pm for mingling, photos, and raffle prizes.
Salem Horror Fest is a celebration of diverse voices and innovative filmmaking in a genre that best reflects our cultural demons and anxieties. We currently in are in our 9th year and can’t wait to scratch the surface of what our programming has to offer. FRIDAY, MAY 1 – SUNDAY, MAY 3 Eight venues in downtown Salem Programming events on ...
A kid-only witchy portrait session offering four fun styles for a quick, imaginative Salem experience. For a limited time, young visitors can enjoy a brief witchy portrait designed for vacation fun in Salem. Children pick one of four signature styles—Graveyard Magic, Crystal Ball Witchery, 1692 Glamour, or Earth Witch—and step into character with simple costume pieces. The session blends creativity, ...
