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December 20, 2023
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Salem
TRENDING

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Salem with LAUNCH! – A Family-Friendly Festivity

by John Andrews
As the year draws to a close and a new one beckons, Salem Main Streets and the City of Salem invite you to an enchanting evening of celebration and community spirit. Join us for LAUNCH! – Salem’s Creative NYE Festivities! our family-friendly New Year’s Eve extravaganza, set to take place on Sunday, December 31st, from 4:30 pm to 6 pm
December 20, 2023
November 15, 2023
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Salem

Celebrate the Magic of the Holidays in Historic Salem, Massachusetts

by John Andrews
SALEM, Mass.—The historic city of Salem, Massachusetts, is gearing up for a festive and enchanting holiday season. With an array of joyful events, spirited performances, and delightful activities, there’s no better place to get into the holiday spirit. Salem invites all visitors and residents to partake in the enchanting celebrations throughout the season. Holidays in Historic Salem. Here are some
November 15, 2023
September 27, 2023
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Creative Collective Member Events
Haunted Happenings

Salem Main Streets Howl-o-ween Pet Parade returns!

by John Andrews
Salem Welcomes its Furry (and Scaly) Friends for a Day of Community Fun Are you a pet lover looking for a fantastic community event in Salem? Then mark your calendars because Salem Main Streets is thrilled to announce the return of the Howl-o-ween Pet Parade! This event brings joy to the entire community by featuring an array of animals—be it
September 27, 2023
July 24, 2023
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Heritage Days Salem
Salem

Salem Screams for Ice Cream: The 2023 Ice Scream Bowl Returns!

by John Andrews
Calling all ice cream lovers in Salem! The Ice Scream Bowl is back and ready to delight your taste buds. Prepare to dive into the finest ice cream offerings from the North Shore. The event is slated for Wednesday, August 9, on the Salem Common, from 6:00-7:30 p.m., regardless of weather conditions. This much-loved annual event, part of Salem’s Heritage
July 24, 2023
January 25, 2023
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City of Salem
Festivals

21st Annual Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival

by John Andrews
21st Annual Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival Feb. 10 through Feb. 12, 2023 Salem, MA . . . Salem Main Streets and the Salem Chamber of Commerce invite you to participate in the annual Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival – a decadent tradition of delectable chocolate, sparkling ice sculptures, and Valentine’s Day shopping! Now in its 21st year,
January 25, 2023
January 28, 2022
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PARTNER STORIES
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Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival Returns To Welcome Valentine’s Day

by Felicia Cheney
Salem once again shows it knows how to make a fun event out of Valentine’s Day shopping. Now in its 20th year, Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival is a city-wide celebration of delectable chocolate, sparkling and lit ice sculptures, and Valentine’s Day shopping. New this year, visitors can play the “Chocolate Hearts Challenge” game on the Destination Salem app to
January 28, 2022
January 28, 2022
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PARTNER STORIES
TRENDING

Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival Returns To Welcome Valentine’s Day

by Felicia Cheney
Salem once again shows it knows how to make a fun event out of Valentine’s Day shopping. Now in its 20th year, Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival is a city-wide celebration of delectable chocolate, sparkling and lit ice sculptures, and Valentine’s Day shopping. New this year, visitors can play the “Chocolate Hearts Challenge” game on the Destination Salem app to
January 28, 2022
January 24, 2022
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PARTNER STORIES
Salem

Salem Farmers’ Market accepting applicants until March 16

by Felicia Cheney
Salem Main Streets is looking for local farmers and food vendors to participate in the 2022 Salem Farmers’ Market located in downtown Salem in Derby Square on Thursdays, 3:00–7:00 p.m. from June 9 through October 13, 2022.  Anyone wishing to sell their products at the market must submit an application for consideration by March 16, 2022.  Applications can be downloaded from www.salemfarmersmarket.org. 
January 24, 2022
January 24, 2022
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PARTNER STORIES
Salem

Salem Farmers’ Market accepting applicants until March 16

by Felicia Cheney
Salem Main Streets is looking for local farmers and food vendors to participate in the 2022 Salem Farmers’ Market located in downtown Salem in Derby Square on Thursdays, 3:00–7:00 p.m. from June 9 through October 13, 2022.  Anyone wishing to sell their products at the market must submit an application for consideration by March 16, 2022.  Applications can be downloaded from www.salemfarmersmarket.org. 
January 24, 2022
November 18, 2021
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PARTNER STORIES
Salem

Santa’s Arrival at the Hawthorne and Holiday Tree Lighting, Nov. 26, 2021

by joeyphoenix
From Salem Main Streets Santa Claus is coming back to town in 2021! 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
November 18, 2021