Stay local in Salem this holiday season

Whether you are shopping for holiday gifts and home décor, planning a holiday celebration, or entertaining out-of-town guests, you are invited to take advantage

of the shops, restaurants, and activities right here in Salem, Massachusetts.

If you're not local, we have plenty of ways to bring Salem home from afar,

including the best way - a visit!

Celebrate the holidays in Salem

The holiday season is back in Salem and the Witch City is celebrating better than ever! This year, there is truly an event to make everyone cheery and bright, including Santa's arrival and tree lighting on November 26.

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Creative, independent local shopping

Shop local at Salem's independent retailers and visit the seasonal markets that feature local artists and makers throughout this holiday season!

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Explore Salem's hot chocolate offerings

Explore Salem with a warm cup of hot chocolate in your mitten. Choose hot chocolate to go or a cup of cocoa to linger over in a warm restaurant, dive into a traditional chocolate mix or get fancy with a spicy or boozy option!

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Hot chocolate crawl in Salem, Massachusetts

Plan a holiday getaway

Book an overnight stay for the holidays and take advantage of the unique shopping, activities, and dining options in Salem, all of which are just steps away from local inns and hotels.

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Bring Salem home for the holidays

Whether you are seeking a Salem souvenir to put under the tree, fresh seafood or tea for your holiday spread, or a gift card for a future visit (yours or theirs!) It's easy to bring Salem home for the holidays. Our online shopping guide has a handy list of retailers, and you can order gift cards from many restaurants and accommodations online or over the phone.

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Mark your calendars

Great Animal Orchestra at Peabody Essex Museum

The Great Animal Orchestra at PEM

On view until May 22, 2022

Step into an immersive audio-visual experience that celebrates our planet’s rich biodiversity. Bernie Krause collected more than 5,000 hours of recordings of natural environments. Now on view at the Peabody Essex Museum.

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Salem Comedy Festival

January 13-15, 2022

Lift your spirits and laugh the cold away with this three-day celebration of comedy & spirits. Featuring top local and national performing comedians, locally crafted spirits, beers and cider, and related special events at a variety of renowned Salem venues.

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Salem's So Sweet

February 11-13, 2022

Visit Salem for the 20th annual Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival – a decadent tradition of delectable chocolate, sparkling ice sculptures, and Valentine’s Day shopping!

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