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Saturday, Aug 17

Visit the Salem Willows for the annual Salem Jazz & Soul Festival! The Salem Jazz & Soul Festival is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the…

Saturday, Aug 17

The Salem Fairy Fest

11:00 am

On the weekend of August 17 & 18, the grassy area in front of 3 Hawthorne Boulevard will be transformed into a Fairy Wonderland. This…

Saturday, Aug 17

The Bard Brigade Presents “King Lear”

7:00 pm

The Bard Brigade Presents Shakespeare’s King Lear. Presented in cooperation with Salem Public Arts Directed by Nick Gould Featuring: Brian Dion as King Lear Diana…

Sunday, Aug 18

Bark Ranger Walk

8:45 am

Every Sunday morning meet Park Ranger Peter at “Waite and Peirce” at 193 Derby Street for this one mile walk. Join us for the eye…

Wednesday, Aug 21

Summer Movie Series – “The Sandlot”

8:00 pm

The Salem Common Neighborhood Association hosts their annual summer movie series! Movies are free and start at 8 PM. Sodas and snacks for sale. Bring…

Saturday, Sep 7

Party on the Bridge

4:00 pm

Montserrat College of Art, Bridge Street Neck Neighborhood Association (BSNNA) & other City folk from Salem & Beverly are planning a fun, family-friendly evening block…

Friday, Sep 20

Trails & Sails

Discover special places in your backyard! Be guided through unique landscapes on land and sea, explore historic properties, and take in cultural experiences of all…

Friday, Sep 20

Marine Science Experience: What is Marine Science & Why is It Important?

5:00 pm

Massachusetts’ North Shore is historically, culturally and economically linked with the ocean. More recently, the ecological importance of coastal waters has been recognized. Salem State…

Saturday, Sep 21

Vikings in Port

9:00 am

Experience life on and around an authentic Viking ship. Vikings are known for their “raiding and trading” but they were also master crafters in wood,…

Saturday, Sep 21

Medicine in Colonial Salem – Witch House

10:00 am

Join us at the Witch House and Pioneer Village for a look at medicinal curiosities from the 17th century. At the Corwin House (a.k.a. the Witch…

Saturday, Sep 21

Medicine in Colonial Salem – Pioneer Village

12:30 pm

Join us at the Witch House and Pioneer Village for a look at medicinal curiosities from the 17th century. At 1630: Pioneer Village, we will feature herbal…

Monday, Sep 23

Salem’s Golden Age

3:00 pm

On this walking tour, we’ll explore the landscapes and architecture created by the wealth of Salem’s storied maritime merchant era. We’ll visit the modern shops…

Tuesday, Sep 24

The Remond Family of Hamilton Hall and Salem’s African-American Community in the Nineteenth Century

7:00 pm

Dr. Donna Seger of the Salem State History Department will give an illustrated presentation on the Remond family of Salem, including John and Nancy Remond…

Saturday, Sep 28

Move with Laura Kathrein & Friends at the Peabody Essex Museum

11:00 am

Join us as we celebrate the official opening of PEM’s new wing, garden and 13 new galleries and exhibitions. Watch or join in as featured…

Saturday, Sep 28

Salem Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival

11:00 am

Food Truck Festivals of America is coming to Salem Common for this year’s Salem Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival! Featuring some of the area’s…

Sunday, Sep 29

Public Opening of Peabody Essex Museum’s New Wing

10:00 am

PEM’s public opening continues. Tour the new wing, enjoy live music and performances throughout the day. General admission is free. Learn more here.

Thursday, Oct 3

24th Annual Chamber of Commerce Haunted Happenings Grand Parade

6:30 pm

The Salem Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to the 24th Annual Salem Chamber of Commerce Haunted Happenings Grand Parade! This time honored kick off…

Friday, Oct 4