Hawthorne & Local Events

  • 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!

  • Taxidermy Stuffed Creature Workshop

    Burying Point Productions 282 Derby St, Salem, MA, United States

    Dates: Friday, April 10 & 24 Time: 5–7 PM (2 hours) All supplies included Transform a plushie into a museum-style “taxidermy” display in this hands-on workshop. Held in our intimate black box theater, you’ll learn mounting and styling techniques using all provided materials—plushies, tools, and decorative accents (gothic, whimsical, or dark academia). Completely cruelty-free and beginner-friendly. Leave with a finished, ...

  • 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 | ...

  • 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 ...

  • 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.

  • 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.