Hawthorne & Local Events

  • Notch Oktoberfest 2026

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

    Notch’s annual Oktoberfest is taking place on Sunday September 13th from 12-6p Featuring a limited run of pitch lined Festbier, grilled Leberkase and sauages food specials, live music from the Tubra Frau Hofbrau Band, Stienkrug hoisting competition, pretzel eating competition, Mliko speed test, and this year’s best lederhosen and dirndl competition $20 Notch ’26 Steinkrugs for sale while supplies last ...

  • 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!

  • 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 ...

  • 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!

  • Tuesday Trivia @ ERBC

    East Regiment Beer Company 30 Church St, Salem, MA, United States

    Join us for a 5 rounds of general-knowledge pub trivia! One finally Jeopardy-style question for all the marbles–winning team goes home with a gift card and bragging rights!

  • Geya Jenda’s Birthday Read N’ Roast

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

    Salem’s own Geya Jenda has a birthday worthy of a celebration. Join us on September 15th for a Drag birthday roast like no other. And given how much guff Geya Jenda gives everyone, expect some epic roasting. Featuring a cavalcade of Salem stars: David Harnch (Host), Maxine Harrison, Lydia, Dylicious, Dick Kayin, Ria Lystic, and Peewee Vermin. Doors at 7pm, ...

  • Chronicles and Crafts in the Cove

    The House of the Seven Gables 115 Derby Street, Salem, MA, United States

    Looking for a fun outing with your little ones? Join us for Chronicles and Crafts in the Cove, where we’ll dive into a great book and get creative with a themed craft. It’s a wonderful way for kids (ages 0–6) to explore our Kids’ space at the museum! This event is free with registration, or included in all September 16 ...

  • 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. Wednesdays | ...

  • “Brave-Too-Much”: Curator’s Remarks & Exhibit Preview

    Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, United States

    A Western exhibition at a seaside New England castle? That’s exactly what makes this temporary exhibition so special. Join Hammond Castle Museum for an exclusive opening celebration of “Brave-Too-Much”: The Legend of John Coffee Hays, an original temporary exhibition presented in partnership with the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum in Waco, Texas. Through the loan of museum artwork ...

  • Notch Run Club Wednesdays!

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

    Meters for Liters is a weekly 5k run from the brewery. This is not a race, just a chance to get out and earn some cold beer. When we get back to the brewery, there will be plenty of beer and free pretzel bites for runners! No sign up is required but you do have the option to “sign in” ...