As Salem prepares for a week of jubilation and nostalgia, a far darker storm brews beneath its glossy celebrations. Days of Our Lives delivers a week (November 10–14)

that promises betrayal, shocking returns, and conspiracies that threaten to shatter Salem’s fragile peace. What begins as a heartfelt tribute to the town’s legacy spirals into a series of events

that could redefine the fates of its most powerful families.

A Celebration Cloaked in Shadows

This week, Salem prepares to honor its 60th anniversary alongside the grand opening of the Dr. Tom Horton Free Clinic, a monument to compassion and community. Residents gather in elegant attire, speeches are prepared, and nostalgia fills the air. But behind the warmth of the festivities, something sinister takes shape.

While the people toast to their beloved town, EJ DiMera quietly sets his most ambitious plan into motion. Hidden deep within the new hospital wing, shipments arrive at odd hours and restricted areas hum with activity. EJ believes the celebration provides the perfect distraction for a secret operation that could alter the balance of power in Salem forever.

EJ’s Dark Operation

Inside the newly renovated hospital, Dr. Wilhelm Rolf oversees an underground experiment shrouded in secrecy. His presence alone raises red flags. Salem’s residents have long known that where Rolf goes, moral boundaries disappear. His work often crosses the line between science and madness — and this time is no exception.

Speculation grows that EJ has revived one of Stefano’s old projects — a chilling endeavor connected to genetic manipulation and resurrection technology. Whether it’s loyalty or obsession driving him, EJ’s actions suggest he’s reaching for something even he may not fully control.

Mark Green’s Dangerous Gamble

Caught in the web of EJ’s machinations is Mark Green, freshly released from prison and desperate to prove himself. His employment under Rolf’s supervision seems like a second chance — until he realizes he’s entangled in something far beyond his comprehension.

Mark’s conscience begins to crack as he uncovers hints of unethical procedures happening after hours. His attempts to back out only tighten the noose. If he exposes what he knows, he risks his freedom. If he stays silent, he risks his soul. Either way, Salem’s shadows are closing in.

Sami Brady’s Explosive Return

No Days of Our Lives week would be complete without a thunderclap — and this one comes in the form of Sami Brady’s dramatic return. What begins as a grandmother’s visit to meet her new grandchild soon becomes a mission of confrontation and chaos.

Sami has learned about EJ’s secretive dealings and vows to stop him before history repeats itself. She bursts into his office unannounced, armed with knowledge and fury. EJ’s confident façade falters as the woman who knows him best demands the truth. Their explosive confrontation sets the tone for the week — passion, betrayal, and long-buried secrets reigniting like wildfire.

A Bombshell at the Gala

During the anniversary gala, tensions reach a fever pitch. Amid laughter and applause, Sami shocks the crowd by announcing her engagement. The twist? She refuses to name her fiancé. Is he a familiar face from Salem, or someone new who holds the key to her return?

The announcement throws EJ off balance, stoking jealousy and suspicion. But the revelation is more than a love story — it’s a calculated move in a chess game only Sami seems to understand.

Gwen and Rita’s Moral Crossroads

Meanwhile, Gwen von Leuschner and Rita Leslie find themselves unwilling pawns in EJ’s scheme. Gwen, seeking redemption, agrees to perform a mysterious task during the party — unaware she’s being used to divert attention from EJ’s true agenda. Rita, too, remains ensnared in his influence, following orders she doesn’t fully understand.

Both women wrestle with guilt and fear as they realize the extent of EJ’s manipulation. Their loyalty to him could cost them everything — even their lives.

Tony’s Return — or Is It?

In a twist that only Salem could deliver, Tony DiMera makes a grand return. Yet whispers spread that this may not be Tony at all. The mystery surrounding his disappearance in Athens resurfaces — did Tony truly survive, or has Andre DiMera, the family’s most dangerous ghost, returned under his brother’s name?

If Andre is indeed walking among them once more, it means EJ’s carefully balanced empire could implode from within. The DiMera legacy, already steeped in betrayal, may be facing its darkest resurrection yet.

The Phoenix Rises Again

The name Stefano DiMera still carries power — and fear. As clues surface, Salem’s sharpest minds begin connecting the dots: Rolf’s secret lab, EJ’s covert shipments, Tony’s return, and the recurring phoenix insignia. Could Stefano’s resurrection truly be underway?

The very idea chills the town. Stefano’s legacy of control, manipulation, and psychological warfare has haunted generations. If he returns, no one — not even his children — will be safe from his reign.

Marlena’s Terrifying Premonitions

Elsewhere, Dr. Marlena Evans begins to sense an evil energy stirring once again. Her headaches grow worse, her dreams filled with flames and laughter echoing from the past. Having endured possession and psychological torment before, Marlena recognizes the signs: something unnatural is awakening.

Her warnings go unheeded — at first. But when strange occurrences begin near the clinic and her visions grow vivid, even the skeptics of Salem start to wonder if the supernatural forces tied to Stefano’s past are truly returning.

A Farewell Filled with Tears

Amid the storm of secrets and science, the Hernandez family faces an emotional farewell. Leo and Javi make the heartbreaking decision to let baby Tesoro go, entrusting him to Johnny and Chanel. It’s a moment of raw humanity in a week dominated by deceit.

In a scene that reminds viewers of the show’s emotional core, Rafe accepts Johnny’s request to become Tesoro’s honorary grandfather — a moment that intertwines the families in unexpected ways. Yet when EJ overhears this, his pride is wounded, his jealousy reignited, and his next move becomes inevitable.

The Calm Before the Chaos

By week’s end, Salem stands at a crossroads. The anniversary celebration, meant to honor unity, becomes the stage for betrayal and hidden warfare. Sami’s return shakes EJ’s empire. Gwen and Rita’s loyalties crumble. Marlena’s visions warn of ancient evil. And in the shadows, the hum of Rolf’s machines grows louder — the phoenix stirs once more.

As the candles of the celebration burn low, Days of Our Lives reminds fans that in Salem, joy and danger are always intertwined. The DiMera legacy is poised to rise from the ashes once again — and when it does, the entire town will feel the heat.

Next week’s episodes promise not only the unraveling of long-kept secrets but also the rebirth of darkness that Salem thought it had buried for good.

Because in Days of Our Lives, every celebration hides a curse — and every ending marks the beginning of something far more dangerous.