Improv comedy in Marblehead returns Aug 1 — AOP’s Keg-n-Komedy at Marblehead Little Theatre with unscripted laughs and complimentary Bent Water craft beer.

Step into a former bank vault in downtown Lynn, and instead of safe-deposit boxes you’ll find a 150-seat black-box theatre buzzing before showtime. That’s the home of Stand Up Stick Up, Lynn’s monthly comedy show at The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre. The next edition lands this Thursday, June 25, with doors at 7:30 p.m. and the show at 8:00 p.m.

75+ Valentine’s weekend events across Essex County, curated by Creative Collective Explores. Workshops, live music, comedy, romantic dinners, Galentine’s celebrations, and experiences you won’t find anywhere else — February 13–15, 2026.

Downtown Salem transforms into a winter wonderland February 6-8 as the Salem So Sweet Festival 2026 returns for its 24th year. This beloved celebration brings together sparkling ice sculptures, decadent chocolate, and Valentine’s Day shopping across the city’s historic streets—all as Salem approaches its landmark 400th anniversary. Salem Main Streets and the Salem Chamber of Commerce have crafted another memorable

Salem poetry events are flourishing as the city approaches its 400th anniversary celebration. On Sunday, January 11, the city’s first Poet Laureate, J.D. Scrimgeour, will launch his new book at the Peabody Essex Museum. This special reading marks nearly three decades of literary engagement with Salem. For poetry lovers and community members alike, it’s a meaningful moment. Salem’s First Poet

Every August, something magical happens in Salem. Furthermore, neighbors become friends, strangers share stories, and our entire region discovers what community truly means. Salem Heritage Days 2025 returns from August 2 to 10, featuring over 40 gatherings designed to bring Essex County together. Moreover, this isn’t just another festival—it’s a homecoming for everyone who calls our region home. Creating Spaces