Hawthorne & Local Events

  • 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!

  • Justin “Jabbo” Martin

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

    Free music, no cover! Justin ‘Jabbo’ Martin is a seasoned guitar player from New England having played with numerous bands including Johnny Fireseed, The Big Daddy Band and Sons Lunaris. As a solo act he plays a chill mix of blues, and folk music (with a bit of rock n’ roll thrown in for flavor). Playing everything from slide guitar ...

  • Blues on Tap

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

    Free music, no cover! Blues On Tap brings their unique blend of blues & rock back to the Gulu Gulu Cafe & Bar! Check out their powerful lead vocals, driving guitar, drums that give the band a punch and bass with great bottom! All your favorite tunes sound even better with this crew. 8pm.

  • 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!

  • 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, ...

  • Free Bingo Night with Will Pottorff

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

    Come enjoy our weekly free Bingo hosted by the BINGO KING himself Will Pottorff!

  • 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!

  • Eva James – Live Music

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

    Eva James returns! Eva James brings an unforgettable blend of dark pop, indie folk, and cinematic songwriting to Gulu-Gulu Cafe. With a hauntingly powerful voice and deeply personal songs that transform hardship into beauty, she’s quickly becoming one of New England’s most compelling emerging artists. Don’t miss an intimate evening of captivating music from a performer who’s as honest as ...

  • Michael Boezi Live

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

    The popular Michael Boezi returns to the Gulu Gulu Cafe! Michael Boezi writes and performs thought-provoking original songs that invite progressive, collectivist, and non-confrontational reflection. Michael performs regularly in the metro Boston area in a busking, “electric folk” style. Michael’s music has drawn comparisons to Billy Bragg, Andrew Bird, Kurt Vile, Dire Straits, Mountain Goats, Lord Huron, Eels, R.E.M, Johnny ...

  • 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!

  • Jordan Gravel and the Jorgan Trio

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

    Live Music, No Cover! Jordan Gravel and the Jorgan Trio bring the unmistakable sound of the Hammond organ to Gulu with a lively mix of jazz. Catch their regular residency and settle in for an evening of deep grooves, sharp improvisation, and seriously good live music. Always the last two Mondays of every month, sometimes more. Keep an eye on ...

  • Karaoke with Maxine Harrison

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

    The coolest place to be on Tuesday night is Maxine Harrison’s Karaoke at Gulu-Gulu Cafe & Bar. No genres limited, skill doesn’t matter, sing from the stage or your chair with the wireless mics. You can even do a whole routine if you want. It’s always a blast. No cover. Just bring yourself and have fun. Signups start at 6:45pm, ...