Hawthorne & Local Events

  • 389th Anniversary of the First Muster

    Salem Common N Washington Square, Salem, MA, United States

    Join the Massachusetts National Guard on the Salem Common, Rain, Snow, Sleet or Shine! Muster ceremony on the Salem Common begins with a U.S. Army helicopter landing and dropping off Massachusetts National Guard Soldier of the Year, F16 Eagle Air Force flyover, 500 Soldier Pass in Review, and Cannon Salute.  Also on hand will be several static military displays 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.

  • 3rd Annual Salem Brewery Crawl!

    Come celebrate Salem’s incredible beer and cider scene with the third annual Salem Brewery Crawl, a full weekend of supporting our city’s local makers and purveyors of alcoholic beverages, hosted and organized by the breweries themselves. THE DETAILS One full pour from any of the four crawl stops — East Regiment, Notch, Couch Dog, and Far From The Tree — ...

  • Salem as Muse: Collecting the Globe with George Schwartz

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

    In 2026, as part of the Salem 400+ initiative, PEM will present “Salem as Muse,” a series of talks that highlight works represented in PEM’s collection. These programs will explore a diverse range of subjects that connect to the unique history and character of Salem, Massachusetts. Join us for the launch of “Salem as Muse” with George Schwartz, Curator-at-Large, who ...

  • Sea Witch Ball Workshop

    The Sea Wych Salem 131-1 Essex Street, Salem, MA, United States

    Join The Sea Wych Salem for a magical experience in Witch City as she presents the history & lore of the witch ball, & guides you as you create your own using ocean elements, herbs, salts, & more to welcome in joy, banish negativity, or simply for a pretty souvenir to display. Spend some time with us and bring home ...

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • 3rd Annual Salem Brewery Crawl!

    Come celebrate Salem’s incredible beer and cider scene with the third annual Salem Brewery Crawl, a full weekend of supporting our city’s local makers and purveyors of alcoholic beverages, hosted and organized by the breweries themselves. THE DETAILS One full pour from any of the four crawl stops — East Regiment, Notch, Couch Dog, and Far From The Tree — ...

  • Film Screening: Last Stand at Dodge

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

    Last Stand at Dodge follows jazz/funk band Fats Hammond, which has played at the same Salem club every Tuesday night for 13 years. But when the band suddenly loses its residency, how can the musicians and their loved ones move on? This documentary is a loving portrait of four musicians and their community. Producer/Director/Writer/Editor: Beth Cloutier Co-Producer: Claudia Ghetu Camera: ...

  • Diamond’s Dine In w/ DJ Maxine Harrison

    Gulu-Gulu Cafe 247 Essex Street, Salem, MA, United States

    Diamond’s Dine In the musical millennial revue with singing, dancing, and of course comedy! Cohosted by DJ Maxine Harrison and featuring rotating weekly special guests! Please come and celebrate Sungay with us and bring all the good energy!

  • 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!