During Salem Heritage Days, two people in top hats and colorful shirts paddle a handmade boat, painted for the 400 Years celebration in 2026. Others join them on the water, enjoying the sunny day as smiles and laughter fill the festive atmosphere.

Salem Heritage Days 2026: 400 Years Worth Showing Up For

Can you believe it’s been 400 years since Roger Conant landed where the Naumkeag people had already built their home? Fast-forward to Salem Heritage Days 2026, and we’ve got nine days packed with energy: dozens of events, a tall ship, a parade making its comeback after thirty years, and a whole fleet of cardboard boats ready to race. Learn more …

Two women indoors share a joyful moment, smiling and posing for the camera. One is dressed in a white off-the-shoulder dress with statement earrings, while the other pairs a black dress with a floral shawl and stylish wide-brim hat. Behind them, tables are set against an elegant backdrop, adding to the sophisticated atmosphere.

Michelle LaPoetica at the North Shore Juneteenth Hats, Heels, Bow Ties, & Blazers Tea

  This powerful spoken word performance by Michelle LaPoetica was captured at the North Shore Juneteenth Association‘s elegant “Hats, Heels, Bow Ties, & Blazers Tea” held on May 3rd, 2025 at the historic Hawthorne Hotel in Salem, MA. About the Event The Tea brought together community members dressed in their finest attire for an afternoon of inspiration, connection, and celebration. …

A beaming woman in a superhero costume waves from a glittering convertible, energizing the Salem MA parade and championing local creativity.

Salem Haunted Happenings 2024. It’s Alive!

Welcome, witches, warlocks, and mortals alike! The 42nd Annual Salem Haunted Happenings is upon us, and this year, we’re inviting you to “Keep Salem Magical” with an enchanting array of events, markets, and spine-tingling experiences. As the organizers of the Haunted Happenings Marketplace, we’re thrilled to give you a peek behind the veil at what’s in store for this bewitching …