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Holiday Shows & Events | The Cabot Theater – Beverly, MA 

Experience holiday entertainment at The Cabot and Off Cabot, Beverly’s premier theater complex located just minutes from Salem, MA. This historic 1920s venue, along with its intimate comedy club partner, offers world-class holiday shows, concerts, films, and comedy in beautifully restored settings. From festive family matinees to intimate comedy nights, these sister venues present perfect holiday outings for residents and visitors exploring Salem and the North Shore during the season.

The Cabot: A North Shore Treasure Since 1920

The Cabot Theatre stands as one of only 250 surviving movie palaces from the approximately 20,000 built in the 1920s. Originally opened December 8, 1920 by the Ware Brothers, the theater was hailed as “the most impressive auditorium of its size east of New York.” Today, this magnificently restored 850-seat venue presents world-class entertainment in an architectural masterpiece featuring frescoes, filigrees, a golden dome, and full balcony.

Extensive renovations from 2015-2021 included replacing all seating, restoring opera boxes, and revealing the building’s original rose window and vaulted ceilings. These improvements blend 1920s grandeur with modern comfort, drawing over 90,000 patrons annually to downtown Beverly.

Holiday Programming for Every Taste

The Cabot’s holiday season offers diverse entertainment options:

Holiday Concerts: National touring artists including the Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan, Darlene Love’s “Love For The Holidays,” December ’63 Frankie Valli tribute, and Zach Nugent’s Grateful Ball bring festive cheer to the North Shore.

Family-Friendly Films: Special $1 movie screenings including “The Muppet Christmas Carol” and “The Polar Express,” plus free matinee films sponsored by SeniorCare Inc., make holiday classics accessible to all.

Live Dance: The BoSoma Youth Company presents “Holiday Spectacular: A Snow Globe Wish,” while North Atlantic Ballet performs “The Nutcracker” with Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.

Comedy & Celebrations: Ring in 2025 with nationally-recognized comedians including Brian Regan on New Year’s Eve.

Off Cabot: Intimate Entertainment Just Steps Away

Located at 9 Wallis Street, just a five-minute walk from The Cabot, Off Cabot Comedy & Events opened in 2022 as an intimate 120-150 capacity venue featuring comedy, music, burlesque, and variety entertainment. This partnership between The Cabot and John Tobin Presents transformed a historic space with parquet floors, natural woodwork, an elegant oak bar, and modern sound and lighting into the North Shore’s premier comedy club.

Off Cabot’s holiday programming includes Vi-Broadway Bar Holiday Extravaganza showcasing musical theater talent, “Strippin’ Around the Christmas Tree” burlesque show, and diverse holiday music and comedy performances throughout the season. The venue’s full bar and cabaret-style seating create a welcoming nightclub atmosphere with flexible configurations and quality programming.

Why Choose The Cabot & Off Cabot This Holiday Season

Experience entertainment in architecturally significant venues offering 1920s elegance with modern comfort. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, The Cabot preserves historic theater while bringing diverse programming to the North Shore community. From children’s matinees to adult comedy nights, these sister venues offer something for everyone with accessible seating, gender-neutral restrooms, and special programs for EBT cardholders. Located just one train stop from downtown Salem, both venues are easily accessible by MBTA commuter rail or car.

Visit The Cabot & Off Cabot

The Cabot
286 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915
Phone: (978) 927-3100
Box Office Hours: Wednesday-Friday 3:00-6:00 PM, plus one hour before show times

Off Cabot Comedy & Events
9 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA 01915
Phone: (978) 590-6270

Getting There from Salem

The Cabot is just 5 minutes from downtown Salem by car or Uber, and one stop on the MBTA commuter rail from Salem Station to Beverly Depot. This proximity makes it easy to combine a day exploring Salem’s historic sites, shopping, and dining with an evening of world-class entertainment at The Cabot or Off Cabot.

Parking options include metered and unmetered spaces on Cabot Street and surrounding side streets, plus municipal parking lots on Pond Street (one block away) and at Beverly Depot at 10 Park Street.

Experience Holiday Magic in Beverly

This holiday season, create extraordinary memories at The Cabot and Off Cabot. Whether seeking the magic of live theater, intimate comedy, or classic holiday films in a restored movie palace, these venues deliver unforgettable experiences. With affordable ticket prices, free community events, $1 movie screenings, and special access programs, The Cabot ensures arts and culture remain accessible to all North Shore residents and visitors.

Book your holiday entertainment today at thecabot.org or offcabot.org, and discover why The Cabot has been Beverly’s cultural heart for over a century.

About Holiday Happenings Salem

The Cabot and Off Cabot are proud to participate in Holiday Happenings, Salem’s premier holiday shopping and events guide. This initiative brings together the best of Salem’s local businesses, holiday events, and seasonal experiences in one comprehensive platform to help residents and visitors celebrate the season in historic downtown Salem and the surrounding North Shore.

Connect With The Cabot & Off Cabot:

The Cabot
📍 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915
📞 (978) 927-3100
✉️ info@thecabot.org
🌐 thecabot.org
📱 Instagram: @the_cabot

Off Cabot Comedy & Events
📍 9 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA 01915
📞 (978) 590-6270
🌐 offcabot.org
📱 Instagram: @offcabot

Historic elegance. World-class entertainment. Just minutes from Salem.