Events

Through our “Magical Transformations” children embrace their charms and express their individuality. Children can choose to transform into a “Witch” or “Wizard”!

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.*

Discover a different side of Salem with our Salem Paddle Tour! Beyond its famous witch trials, Salem boasts a stunning oceanfront perfect for exploration.  Glide along its historic coastline, once the world’s richest port, and immerse yourself in breathtaking natural beauty and maritime heritage.

The Salem Farmers’ Market returns to Derby Square this summer starting in June, running through October 10th. The Salem Farmers’ Market dates back to 1634. With its peak around 1930, an estimated 10,000 people visited the market on a single Saturday. And you thought parking was tough today! Enjoy fresh produce, baked goods, culinary delights,...

The Salem Chamber hosts the Haunted Happenings Parade on its traditional route. Parade starts at Shetland Park, continues through downtown, and ends at Salem Common.

Sing, dance, or simply witness local musical talent, or simply witness the chaos of Gulu-Gulu’s open mic.   The best open mic in the World, on the North Shore, in Salem! Come join the fun every Thursday night! Anything and everything are welcome. Sing, Dance, Hum, Orate, or simply witness the beautiful chaos that is...

Join us for the best events in town! Whether you’re looking for live music, sports viewing parties, or local veteran events, we’ve got you covered. Check out our upcoming events below and mark your calendars.

SALEM, MA –  This fall, the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) invites visitors to dive deep into the world of narwhals. These unique ocean dwellers, sometimes called the “unicorns of the sea,” spend their lives in the Arctic waters of Canada, Greenland, Norway and Russia. Learn about their changing Arctic ecosystem through firsthand accounts of scientists and...

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.*

Through our “Magical Transformations” children embrace their charms and express their individuality. Children can choose to transform into a “Witch” or “Wizard”!

He has captivated audiences around the world with his unique and dynamic style. With his mother as his first teacher of the instrument, Jake embraced a deep love and respect for the `ukulele and has explored new and unexpected ways to push the boundaries of what was possible on the humble four-strings. Each album has...

Discover a different side of Salem with our Salem Paddle Tour! Beyond its famous witch trials, Salem boasts a stunning oceanfront perfect for exploration.  Glide along its historic coastline, once the world’s richest port, and immerse yourself in breathtaking natural beauty and maritime heritage

Children’s Witch Hat Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel  Activity Length: 30 minutes Location: The Hawthorne Hotel 18 Washington Square West, Salem MA 01970 Second Floor, Pickman Room Hosted By: This is a self-guided activity overseen by Good Witch Apprentices Decorate a magical witch hat in the color of your choice with craft gems, stickers, ribbon, tulle and a charm....

SALEM, MA –  This fall, the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) invites visitors to dive deep into the world of narwhals. These unique ocean dwellers, sometimes called the “unicorns of the sea,” spend their lives in the Arctic waters of Canada, Greenland, Norway and Russia. Learn about their changing Arctic ecosystem through firsthand accounts of scientists and...

Explore the essential role art and objects played for mediums and magicians “communicating” with the dead during the 19th- and 20th-century Spiritualism movement in the U.S. and Europe — a time when people actively debated and wondered, “can spirits return?” See paintings, posters, photographs, stage apparatuses, costumes, film, publications and other objects that will transport...

Explore the essential role art and objects played for mediums and magicians “communicating” with the dead during the 19th- and 20th-century Spiritualism movement in the U.S. and Europe — a time when people actively debated and wondered, “can spirits return?” See paintings, posters, photographs, stage apparatuses, costumes, film, publications and other objects that will transport...

Come visit the Biz Baz Street Fair to see over 80 vendors and enjoy the historic Salem Common. Vendor sales include handmade jewelry, art, apparel, crafts, Halloween decor and so much more! The Biz Baz will be in the Salem Common and you can shop on Saturday, October 5, from 10AM-8PM, and Sunday, October 6,...

Explore the future with a psychic reading at Salem’s longest-running psychic fair! The Salem Psychic Fair and Witches’ Market features some of the Witch City’s most gifted psychics!  Helpful information to make your visit to Salem, Ma this halloween easy: Check out this map to explore the area. For parking information make sure to check out this page....

Step Out with the Zombies! Join the cohort of zombies, and walk with the herd in Salem, MA. The annual zombie walk is back again this October and will be gathering at the Salem, Common. Helpful information to make your visit to Salem, Ma this halloween easy: Check out this map to explore the area....

Through our “Magical Transformations” children embrace their charms and express their individuality. Children can choose to transform into a “Witch” or “Wizard”!

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.*

Our friends, Sweets with Eve are making their Salem debut, offering their cookies to you! Come grab a drink, some food and cookies for those walking tours.

Join us in welcoming back the Gore Gals for some face painting sessions. The Gore Gals are hair and make up artists by day and are excited to share their skills with some complex face painting.

Come and see the Hawthorne Cove Marina and Palmer Cove Yacht Club Boat Parade. The parade starts at 1pm on Saturday, October 5th. You can view this spooky sail from Derby Wharf as decorated boats and crew sail close by.

Colonial New Englanders were prolific imbibers. Join us at Historic Beverly’s 1781 Cabot House for a “spirited” introduction to the drinking habits of colonial New Englanders. The raucous and rakish Ambrose Gosling entertains you, performs sea shanties on his concertina, and might just offer you a taste of Madeira and a pinch of George III’s...

Are you feeling lucky? Join in on Salem’s close up magic experience! Local magician Evan Northrup presents unforgettable illusions inspired by superstitions. Fridays and Saturdays throughout October. Saturday – October 5th, 12th, and 19th – at 5:30pm

It’s 1692 in Salem, and the audience is on trial for witchcraft! Hear testimony against you and plead your case. Will you be found guilty? Combo tickets with Gallows Hill Main Show. Multiple Showtimes and Dates – check event page for more details.