Salem Spirits - A Haunting Holiday Retreat with Adam Berry

What happens when the magic of the holiday season meets the darkest corners of the paranormal? Join Adam Berry for a one of a kind weekend. SALEM SPIRITS: A HAUNTING HOLIDAY RETREAT December 11–14, 2026 | Salem, Massachusetts What happens when the magic of the holiday season meets the darkest corners of the paranormal? Join Adam Berry from Kindred Spirits and Ghost Hunters for an extraordinary, one-of-a-kind weekend in Salem, Massachusetts, where haunted history, holiday enchantment, and things that make Salem magickal comes to life. This isn’t your typical holiday getaway. We are raising a glass at the famously haunted Hawthorne Hotel, exploring Salem’s witchy Christmas traditions, stepping inside unique historic attractions, and investigating some of the most fascinating locations (and objects) in the paranormal world; including the legendary Annabelle doll and a never-before-investigated pirate museum filled with 300-year-old artifacts and buried secrets. From exclusive paranormal investigations and eerie after-dark adventures to private tours, fascinating lectures, and a little holiday shopping with a Salem twist, I am opening the door to some of my favorite places and experiences for an intimate, curated weekend unlike anything else. Experience Salem at one of the most magical times of the year, when the streets glow with holiday lights, the crowds thin out, and the Witch City reveals a different kind of enchantment. Whether you’re a seasoned paranormal enthusiast, a lover of haunted history, or simply looking for an unforgettable holiday adventure, this is your chance to experience Salem beyond the ordinary. Come for the holiday magic. Stay for the hauntings. Leave with stories you’ll be telling for years. Space is limited, especially for the VIP experience. Join us for Salem Spirits: A Haunting Holiday Retreat because the spirits are alive during the holidays. "Salem is one of my favorite places to visit, year-round. I cannot think of a better time to host wonderful people and show them my favorite things to do around Salem while we bask in the holiday glow of witchy Christmas trees and tons of great activities. The witch city will be less crowded, have shorter lines, holiday discounts and still have all the magick. After all, Salem is historic and wonderful no matter the time of year. I hope you join me for a curated weekend and my 'taste of Salem'. Space is limited for the investigation of the Real Pirates Museum so grab your tickets today!" - Adam Berry SALEM SPIRITS – A HAUNTING HOLIDAY RETREAT Please note: The schedule below is coming together quite nicely. As some have already secured their hotel for the weekend we have released tickets early. The schedule will be updated ASAP and all attendees will be notified. HOTEL ROOMS FOR THE WEEKEND ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF THE TICKET FOR THE WEEKEND. WE DO CURRENTLY HAVE A BLOCK OF ROOMS AT THE HAWTHORNE HOTEL. PLEASE CALL THEM AT 978-744-4080 and mention “Adam Berry’s Paranormal Event” TO GRAB A ROOM. SPACE IS LIMITED. Here are some suggested hotels in the area as well: Salem Waterfront Hotel, Hampton Inn Salem, Marriott Peabody, and Extended Stay Peabody. VIP TICKETS INCLUDE Cocktail Party (first-hour open bar) with meet and greet Salem Witch Board Museum Investigation Real Pirates Museum Paranormal Investigation Haunted Warren Museum Paranormal Investigation with The Real Annabelle Doll – VIP tickets will get an extra hour or so alone in the museum. The Twisted Christmas Salem Tour House of Seven Gables Christmas Tour - Among the first group to tour Lectures and Talks – with Adam Berry & Kathy Kelly Seating in first two rows if applicable Wassail Weekend Shopping and Discounts Private VIP Hangout with Adam at a local place Special Weekend Badge GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS INCLUDE Cocktail Party (first-hour open bar) with meet and greet Salem Witch Board Museum Investigation Real Pirates Museum Paranormal Investigation Haunted Warren Museum Paranormal Investigation with The Real Annabelle Doll The Twisted Christmas Salem Tour House of Seven Gables Christmas Tour Lectures and Talks – with Adam Berry & Kathy Kelly, Wassail Weekend Shopping and Discounts Weekend Badge THE FOLLOWING ARE STILL BEING TIMED OUT FOR THE WEEKEND. UPDATED ITINERARY COMING SOON. AN EXAMPLE SCHEDULE IS INCLUDED BELOW - House of Seven Gables Private Christmas Tour - Real Pirates Museum Investigation - Witch Board Museum Investigation - Warren Museum and Annabelle Investigation - Peabody Essex Museum SCHEDULE (this schedule will adjust in timing as we get closer) Friday, December 11, 2026 4 pm - 6 pm – Spirits of the Hawthorne Hotel - (All Tickets) Join Adam and all of your fellow attendees for a welcome reception with a meet and greet at the world-famous, and haunted, Hawthorne Hotel. The first hour is OPEN BAR! We will gather in the downstairs haunted Library Bar to kick off this exciting weekend. Event merchandise, photo opportunities, and a mini-lecture will all be included during the party. 6pm – 7:30pm – DINNER ON YOUR OWN 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm – The Twisted Christmas Salem Tour - The Salem Night Tour invites you to uncover the city’s darker side of the holidays with The Twisted Christmas Tour– a spine-tingling walk through tales of Yuletide mischief, ghostly legends, and Victorian fright. This special seasonal tour runs Friday and Saturday nights in December, blending Salem history, eerie storytelling, and just the right dose of holiday spirit. Bundle up, grab a hot chocolate, and prepare for a night of chilling Christmas tales that bring the past to life in unforgettable fashion. Saturday, December 12, 2026 11:00am – 1:00pm – Peabody Essex Museum – Explore one of the best treasures in Salem, MA. We support this museum year round with a membership and it is truly one of our favorite things. The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) in Salem, Massachusetts, is the oldest continuously operating museum in the United States, founded in 1799 by local sea captains who traveled beyond the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Horn. Today, it stands as a world-class cultural institution housing over 1.3 million works of art and historical objects, with particular strengths in maritime art, Asian export art, and Native American collections. Its most famous permanent attraction is Yin Yu Tang, a 200-year-old, 16-bedroom Chinese merchant house that was completely dismantled in China and painstakingly reassembled on the museum campus. Visitors can explore a striking modern atrium designed by Safdie Architects and view fascinating artifacts connected to local history and the Salem Witch Trials. 2:00pm – 4:30pm – House of Seven Gables Christmas Tour - The Christmas tour invites visitors to step inside the historic 1668 Turner-Ingersoll Mansion decorated for the holidays while exploring how festive traditions evolved across New England history. Guided tours examine why the Puritans originally banned Christmas, when local residents began adopting Christmas trees, how the holiday eventually became a federal celebration, and what unique customs were practiced by Polish and French-Canadian immigrants in the 1800s. The decorations are carefully researched by the museum's collections team to match different historical eras 5pm – 8pm – Dinner on your own. 7pm – 8pm – PRIVATE VIP HANGOUT – At one of Adam’s favorite places in Salem. 8pm – 11pm – Salem Witch Board Museum Investigation – Two Groups - This museum is the world’s only public museum dedicated entirely to the history, mystery, and cultural impact of the talking board. Located at 127 Essex Street in Salem, Massachusetts, this unique attraction is operated by curator John Kozik, a founding member of the Talking Board Historical Society. Hidden like a speakeasy in the back of the "Remember Salem" gift shop, the compact two-room venue showcases one of the largest public collections of Ouija boards.