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Annual Events
Monthly
Salem Chamber After Hours (5:00 – 7:00 pm)
Monthly networking event for Salem Chamber of Commerce members and guests.
Salem Chamber Coffee Connection (7:30 – 9:00 am)
Monthly networking event for Salem Chamber of Commerce members and guests. All attendees will be introducing themselves to their counterparts.
February
Annual Salem's So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival
Valentines Day weekend
A decadent tradition of delectable chocolate, sparkling ice sculptures and Valentine’s Day shopping. Don't miss Salem's sweetest event of the year!
March
Health & Wellness Expo
Businesses in the health & wellness field showcase their products and services at one of New England's largest shopping centers, the North Shore Mall.
Salem Film Fest: “Come to Salem, See the World”
Annual celebration of international documentary films and music. Enjoy outstanding documentaries and short films from around the world, participate in face-to-face discussions with filmmakers, and party with world-class musicians. This seven-day event will showcase the work of brilliant, emerging, and controversial filmmakers. For more information visit: www.salemfilmfest.com. Click HERE for more information on becoming a sponsor. Click HERE for the 2010 Film Slate.
April
Salem Spring Restaurant Week
Salem Restaurant Week is an easy and economical way for patrons to eat at their favorite restaurant or try a restaurant they haven't been to before. Many of Salem's finer restaurants will be offering prix fixe three-course dinners.
Salem Chamber Annual Awards Dinner
Awards are given in the following categories: Businessman of the Year, Businesswoman of the Year, New Business of the Year, Long-term Achievement Award, Community Service Award, and Excellence in Retailing Award.
Other April events:
- Walk for H.A.W.C.
- Spring Fashion Show at the Museum Place Mall
May
Living Green & Renewable Energy Fair
The Living Green & Renewable Energy Fair promotes products, services and information that encourage healthier, more sustainable consumption and lifestyles for businesses and families. This family event includes informational booths, green talks on a variety of subjects and a eco-themed movie.
Salem Chamber Summer Cruise on the Salem Ferry
Annual event: A fabulous After Hours the day before the Salem Ferry officially starts running between Salem and Boston
June
Salem Arts Festival
The Salem Arts Festival will promote the arts in downtown Salem through a collaborative festival for residents and visitors providing opportunities to highlight the existing artist community and encourage general community participation in the arts.
Salem Lifestyle Open House
Discover the diversity of properties within walking distance of downtown Salem - from Federal style mansions to Victorian homes to contemporary condos in new developments to redeveloped historic buildings. Wherever you step in downtown Salem, you are a short walk from the MBTA Commuter Rail (Newburyport/Rockport Line to Boston), the Salem Ferry (stopping at the Seaport District AND Long Wharf North), Salem arts and culture, museums, restaurants, nightlife, beaches, bike paths, parks, and more!
Salem Farmers' Market Opening
The Farmers' Market takes place every Thursday evening, June through October. With over 20 vendors, the Farmers' Market offers a large variety of fruits, vegetables and much more.
Other June Events:
July
Salem Celebrates the 4th!
Salem Culture Fest
CultureFest is A3D's outdoor summer festival featuring live musical and stage performances, artisans and crafters of all kinds arranged in booths, food and fun for all. For more information visit Salem Culture Fest.
August
Heritage Days: 10 day celebration
- Salem Maritime Festival - First weekend in August
- Mayor’s Night Out
- Ice Scream Bowl (Formally Super Scooperbowl)
- Pizza Contest
- Kid’s Day on the Common
- Road races, track meets and swimming events
- Essex Street Fair - Second weekend in August
Other August Events:
- The Witches Cup Bicycle Race
- Salem Jazz & Soul Festival
- The Antique Boat Show
September
Literally Salem: Salem Literature Festival
Salem MA is an inspiration for writers and setting for classic and contemporary literature. Authors, readers, writers of prose and poetry, and word devotees of all stripes will gather for this annual celebration. For more information visit www.salemlitfest.com.
Other September events:
October
Haunted Happenings Grand Parade
First Thursday in October.
Salem Chamber’s Haunted BizBaz
Second weekend in October - Downtown Salem & Pickering Wharf
Download Vendor Application HERE & CORI form HERE.
Other October events:
- PT Cruiser Show on the Salem Common
- Family Fun Days
- Live Music at the Fountain Stage
- Mayor’s Night Out for all Salem residents
- Psychic Fairs
- Halloween Balls and Costume Parties
November
Salem Fall Restaurant Week
Description: See Spring Restaurant Week.
Arts & Antiques Month
Throughout Salem. Thanksgiving weekend: 36th Annual Antique Show organized by the Peabody Essex Museum (Saturday/Sunday only)
Salem Lifestyle Open House
Discover the diversity of properties within walking distance of downtown Salem - from Federal style mansions to Victorian homes to contemporary condos in new developments to redeveloped historic buildings. Wherever you step in downtown Salem, you are a short walk from the MBTA Commuter Rail (Newburyport/Rockport Line to Boston), the Salem Ferry (stopping at the Seaport District AND Long Wharf North), Salem arts and culture, museums, restaurants, nightlife, beaches, bike paths, parks, and more!
Historic Salem’s Christmas in Salem walking tour
December
Annual Holiday Celebration: Santa Arrives in Salem
First Friday in December
Annual Open Studios Salem
Celebration of the Arts in Salem organized by the Salem Arts Association.
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