Local Events

The Ghosts and Legends Trolley

Gallows Hill Museum/Theatre 7 Lynde Street, Salem, MA, United States

Our sinister and entertaining guide leads a dark journey of haunting tales from Salem’s history in a trolley ride you’ll never forget! Departs from Gallows Hill. Combo tickets with Gallows Hill Main Show.

Mbira Music of Zimbabwe: ‘Samaita’ Vitalis Botsa with Erica

Salem State University Recital Hall 71 Loring Ave, Salem, MA, United States

Incredible Zimbabwean master musician ‘Samaita’ Vitalis Botsa creates gorgeous waves of sound with his mbira to connect the living with the ancestors. He says, “I’m just the car, it’s the spirits doing the driving, making the music.” Botsa is visiting from his village in Zimbabwe to tour playing duets with Erica Azim, presenting a very traditional form of the sacred ...

Open Mic

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

Come join us for our weekly free Open Mic shindig every Thursday. Sign ups start at 7:30pm and the event starts at 8pm. Hope to see you here!

Bat Out of Helloween: Celebrating Meat Loaf and Rocky Horror

The Cabot 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, United States

This stunning concert is the only authentic reimagining of the legendary Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman songbook performed brilliantly by world-class alumni of Meat Loaf’s official band- the same musicians who brought his musical visions to life both in the studio and on stages around the world. Caleb Johnson returns with the band, having established his legitimacy as the premier ...

After Hours Ghost Hunt

Gallows Hill Museum/Theatre 7 Lynde Street, Salem, MA, United States

Join Kimberly Peterson of Paranormal Salem for Ghost Hunting! Use EMF detectors, infared thermometers, audio recorders, and more to collect evidence inside The Lost Museum! Combo tickets with Gallows Hill Main Show.

Haunted Happenings Old Town Hall Food Court

Old Town Hall 32 Derby Sq, Salem, MA, United States

Savor autumn’s enchanting flavors at Old Town Hall’s Food Market! Artisan creators serve seasonal delights and Halloween treats inside Salem’s storied walls, creating a magical dining experience weekends Thur.-Sun.

Blown Glass Pumpkin Workshops

North Shore Glass School 16 Proctor Street, Salem, MA, United States

Join us to make your own keepsake blown glass pumpkin!! Pick your colors, heat the glass, blow it into a glass bubble, shape it, and add a stem! Our experienced glassblowing staff will lead you through the process of making your very own unique glassblown pumpkin. No prior experience required.

Phillips Library Open House: Recent Acquisitions

Phillips Library 306 Newburyport Turnpike, Rowley, MA, United States

Phillips Library Reading Room, 306 Newburyport Turnpike, Rowley, MA 01969 Free. No reservations needed, drop in anytime. Join Phillips Library staff members for an informal, hands-on viewing of materials acquired during the past year. The wide variety of objects on display (manuscripts, pamphlets, photographs, maps, broadsides, ephemera, artists’ books and more!) will reflect the local and global scope of our ...

Salem Common Food Court

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

Fiesta Shows hosts a food court on Salem Common. Hours vary based on weather and crowd conditions.

Potion Brewing Store Experience

The Good Witch of Salem 2 North Street, Salem, MA, United States

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.*

Harry Potter Day

Witch City Hibachi Lafayette Street, Salem, MA, United States

Attention all muggles, wizards and other creatures. Our restaurant will be decorated to transport you straight into the magical world of Harry Potter all day. Our wizards have concocted a menu of themed drinks as well. **Contest We encourage all our guests to come dressed in their best Harry Potter cosplay or inspired fit! Prize will be awarded for the ...

Craft Witch

The Witchery Studio Space 61 Wharf St., Salem, MA, United States

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 ...