Hawthorne & Local Events

  • Arcade Era Karaoke Thursdays

    Bit Bar 278 Derby St, Salem, MA, United States

    Come belt out your favorite songs from the late 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s! Be cosmically inspired by the warm glow of 60 cathode ray tube arcade monitors and oh so shiny pinballs.

  • A Bird is a Bird

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

    Join us for a reading of the book A Bird is a Bird by Lizzy Rockwell. Some birds are huge and some are tiny. Some birds are fantastically colorful and some are plain. But what do all birds share? Learn about the things that make a bird a bird, like beaks, feathers and wings! After the reading, be sure to ...

  • 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. Fridays | ...

  • Flyway of Life Film Screening and Talk

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

    Experience a memorable evening of film, nature and storytelling with a special screening of Flyway of Life (2025). This visually stunning documentary follows one of the world’s great natural phenomena — bird migration along the Atlantic Flyway — revealing the delicate connections between wildlife, landscapes and the forces that shape them. From tropical wetlands to northern wilderness, Flyway of Life ...

  • RuPaul Drag Race Fridays

    Bit Bar 278 Derby St, Salem, MA, United States

    Miz Diamond Wigfall hosts a viewing party for RuPaul Drag Race All Stars every Friday.

  • Easter Egg Hunt at the Pickering House

    The Pickering House 18 Broad Street, Salem, MA, United States

    Join us in our beautiful backyard to celebrate the start of Spring, and most importantly, find all of the Easter Bunny’s hidden Eggs! The yard opens at 10:30, and the hunt starts at 11am! Who knows, you may even be able to meet the Easter Bunny themself… Kids are FREE! (16yrs and under) Adults $10.

  • Studio Saturdays: Inner Child Found Art Sculptures

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

    Do you remember losing track of time for hours in play and imagination as a child? Using an assortment of tiny treasures, create your own sculpture to reflect on what your inner child loves best. Take inspiration from common household items, recycled materials and one-of-a-kind treasures and enjoy the process of creating something new! Studio Saturdays is a series of ...

  • 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.

  • French Disko Release Day @ Notch

    Notch Brewing 283R Derby Street, Salem, MA, United States

    Our French style Pils returns, and we’re celebrating its can and draft release at our Salem Taproom on Saturday April 4th ft a pop-up from Ben’s Raclette!

  • Character Treasure Hunt

    Real Pirates 285 Derby Street, Salem, United States

    Looking for an indoor weekend activity for your kids this winter? Set sail for a costumed Character Treasure Hunt at Real Pirates Salem! Children ages 4 and up are invited to join costumed pirate characters each Sunday in January. Reservations are required – call 978-259-1717 or email info@realpiratessalem.com for details.