Holiday events in Salem, MA — 2021 – Things To Do In Salem

Hi everyone, welcome back to the blog! Today I wanted to create a quick round up style post of information regarding this year’s holiday events in Salem, MA. Some events have been adjusted or changed considering guidelines so be sure to read all info below and from the event organizer carefully.

If you’re a Salem, MA business owner holding a holiday event this year and would like it added below, feel free to contact me. Here we go!

Salem Trolley & Gallows Hill Theatre present “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens

“Now entering into it’s 35th Season, this humorous & whimsical interactive performance reanimates Dickens’ timeless seasonal holiday classic. Experience Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol with a twist. Ride along with Scrooge on the Salem Trolley as the classic tale is brought to life in a completely unexpected way. Shows sell out quickly and seats are limited. Tickets go on sale Monday, September 13, 2021. Tour departs from Salemdipity, 86 Wharf Street (Pickering Wharf), Salem. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to show time. Show starts inside Salemdipity.” [Source]

8th annual Salem holiday market

“The one and only Salem Holiday Market is back for its 8th year! Your one stop, last minute holiday shopping bazaar featuring over 60 unique vendors from around the region. Specializing in one-of-kind art, oddities and curiosities, handmade wares, mystical gifts, antiques and vintage and specialty food. Held at the beautifully historic Old Town Hall in downtown Salem Massachusetts. Mark your calendars and save the date for the area’s most unusual holiday gift show” [Source]

Freaks, Antiques and Uniques – Haunt the Halls

“Good News, Freaks!!! We are booked, locked, and loaded for HAUNT THE HALLS 2021!! Sunday December 12, 2021 Old Town Hall Salem MA 11-5 Haunt the halls is an oddities and curiosities market featuring many artists, crafters, and creators of the strange and unusual.” [Source]

Holiday window contest

“The holidays are here, and Salem is dressing up for the season with trees, wreaths, and ribbons. As part of the festive fun, downtown businesses decorate their windows especially for the holidays. Judges nominated by Salem Main Streets will make the rounds to vote on the best windows. Award categories typically highlight good retail design – use of store products or display of a business’ services – or types of design, like most traditional. Participating windows must all be decorated by Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021.” [Source]

Salem High Music Boosters Annual Holiday Crafts Fair

“Saturday, December 11, 10:00AM – 3:00PM Celebrate the return of this long – standing tradition. Salem High School students will perform seasonal music for your enjoyment. Raffle items include gift certificates for Purple Door Yoga, The Cheese Shop of Salem, and the Cabot Theater. Do some holiday shopping to support local crafters and businesses! The Boosters use all proceeds to support Salem High School Music Dept. programs. For more information about the boosters and what they do, check out their website.” [Source: Salem Chamber of Commerce]

I will update this post as future details are announced. Enjoy!! <3