Join The Sea Wych Salem for a magical experience in Witch City. Create your own magic and witch ball to take home. All workshops include a brief history of the witch ball, a brief course in understanding the use of herbs, sea elements, and colour theory in sea witchcraft, a guided meditation for intention setting, and step-by-step instructions on building … Read More
Holiday Happenings: Salem’s Next Magical Season Starts Soon!
Your complete guide to holiday shopping, festive events, and seasonal magic in downtown Salem The leaves have fallen, the jack-o’-lanterns are packed away, and something new is stirring in downtown Salem. This isn’t just another holiday season—it’s the inaugural year of Holiday Happenings, your one-stop guide to everything that makes Salem magical from late November through New Year’s. Think of … Read More
Christmas in Salem – Boughs and Blooms
Experience the magic of Christmas in Salem, a beloved historic house tour showcasing elaborately decorated homes throughout Salem, Massachusetts. Held annually on the first weekend of December, this 46th annual tour invites visitors into stunning historic houses spanning four centuries of Salem’s architectural heritage. Each year features a different neighborhood and theme, offering both returning guests and first-time visitors a … Read More
Small Business Saturday Artisan Pop-Up at Jenni Stuart Fine Jewelry – Salem, MA
Event Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Jenni Stuart Fine Jewelry, 79 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970 Event Overview Celebrate Small Business Saturday with an enchanting evening of handcrafted treasures at Jenni Stuart Fine Jewelry! This special artisan pop-up brings together some of the North Shore’s most talented makers for a festive shopping experience … Read More
Strippin’ Around the Christmas Tree
Strippin’ Around the Christmas Tree presented by Siren of the Circle Tease the season! Celebrate with burlesque tributes to your favorite yuletide characters & movies – from the beloved “fragile” lamp, to Whoville, to the jolly man himself, we’re sleighing the holidays! Come see why we’re on Santa’s naughty list!
Salem Main Streets Holiday Window Contest
The holidays are here, and Salem is dressed for the season with trees, wreaths, and ribbons. To top it off, downtown businesses decorate their windows every year for a friendly holiday competition! Judges nominated by Salem Main Streets make the rounds the first weekend of December to vote on the best windows. Some award categories highlight good retail practice, such … Read More
Wassail Weekend
Salem Main Streets’ Wassail Weekend on Saturday, Dec. 13th and Sunday, Dec. 14th is an initiative to encourage residents to shop local and enjoy their downtown during the holiday season. Grab brunch at one of our many fine local eateries, then hit the pavement for special promotions and unique finds all around the downtown. Keep your eyes peeled for Santa … Read More
Small Business Saturday
Kick off your holiday shopping with exclusive deals and promotions from over 50 participating downtown businesses! Free parking downtown all day. Currently participating businesses/events include: Artemisia Botanicals – Free gift with each sale Black Cat Curiosity Shoppe – 15% off our curiosities and house-blended Curiosi-teas! Body & Soul Massage – Purchase a Massage Gift Certificate and get a free gift … Read More
Tree Lighting & Santa’s Arrival
Santa Claus is coming back to town in 2025! Join Salem Main Streets and the City of Salem as we celebrate two of our most beloved annual traditions – Santa’s Arrival and the lighting of Salem’s Holiday Tree – all in one evening. Santa Claus will arrive at the top of the Hawthorne Hotel (18 Washington Square W) promptly at … Read More