The historic Old Town Hall in Salem will come alive this February as it hosts the 2nd Annual Celebration and Exploration of Black History and Culture. Organized by the Salem Human Rights Coalition in partnership with the North Shore Juneteenth Association, this month-long festival promises an enriching blend of entertainment, education, and cultural celebration every weekend throughout February 2025. Salem’s

This November and December, the North Shore transforms into a winter wonderland filled with creativity, community, and festive cheer as the holiday season approaches. Behind every sparkling storefront and handcrafted creation lies the heart of our local economy – small businesses and creative entrepreneurs who pour their passion into making our region unique. When you support these local merchants, you’re

New England’s largest documentary, Salem Film Fest Returns to Salem for its 18th year, bringing together filmmakers, cinephiles, and community members for an unforgettable celebration of documentary storytelling. Salem Film Fest (SFF) 2025 will transform the historic city into a hub of documentary cinema from March 27 through March 30, 2025. A Four-Day Documentary Experience This year’s festival promises an

Images by Creative CollectiveIllumination provided by Retonica Editor’s Note: Follow along with on Instagram @creativenorthshore this weekend to see highlights of the second half of the festival as they happen! The Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate and Ice Sculpture festival took place over the first two weeks of February 2021. Click here to see our Instagram story highlights.* In its 19th year, Salem’s So

It’s almost ArtWeek North of Boston and the North Shore is buzzing with events and happenings. ArtWeek starts this Friday, April 26 and lasts until Sunday, May 5. The Boch Center launched ArtWeek in 2013 as a means to strengthen its role of the arts in the local community and the creative economy. Since then, the festival has caught on

The calendar year is about to come to a close, and there are so many places on the North Shore where you can go to welcome 2019. There’s music, cruises, dancing, feasting, and much more. Here’s the best places and events to ring in the new year! New Year’s Eve Salem – Launch! with Salem Main Streets – Salem, MA