Old Town Hall Food Court
Savor autumn’s most enchanting flavors at Old Town Hall’s extraordinary Food Market! Step inside Salem’s storied historic walls to discover artisan food creators serving up seasonal delights and Halloween-themed treats that celebrate the very essence of fall. This unique culinary destination offers everything from autumn-inspired specialties to magical confections, all crafted by passionate local food […]
Mayors Night Out
Kids come trick-or-treating with Mayor Pangallo. Meet us at the East India Fountain (on the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall). We will trick-or-treat up and down the Essex Street pedestrian mall, through the shops at Witch City Mall, and points beyond. Trick-or-Treat Bags will be provided. Costumes are encouraged.
Salem Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival
September 19 & 20 Salem Common Saturday & Sunday 11 AM – 6 PM FREE Entry to the festival! FTFA is bringing the ULTIMATE food truck and craft beverage experience to Salem for the 7th year, kicking off the city’s spooky Halloween season in the best way possible! 🎃👻 Prepare your taste buds for MOUTHWATERING […]
Zombie Walk 2026
Salem Zombie Walk 2026 Gather @ 11am Walk starts @ Noon Come walk with the dead! Once again, zombies gather themselves to Salem Common at 11AM for a jaunt around town at 12PM! This is a FREE, family-oriented event! All ages are welcome! All costumes are welcome, the gorier the greater!
Howl-o-ween Pet Parade
October 10, 2026 10:30 am Derby Wharf Join the Howl-o-ween Pet Parade on Oct. 10, 2026, at Derby Wharf! Enjoy fun, costumes, and contests. Registration will open in August 2026. On-site registration starts at 10:30 am on Derby Wharf, 160 Derby Street, Salem, MA. Registration donation is cash or Vemno. Parade starts around 11:00 am. […]
Hawthorne Hotel’s 2026 Halloween Ball: Phobia
Overview: Join costumed revelers across three floors of the historic hotel for Salem’s bucket-list Halloween event: “Phobia” The mind fears what it can not control. Welcome to the most talked-about event of the Halloween season – the Hawthorne Hotel’s Halloween Ball: Phobia. The event, introduced in 1990 and hosted by the Hawthorne, features music (live band and […]
Hocus Pocus Decor @ Ropes Mansion
Get into the Halloween spirit and visit the Ropes Mansion (318 Essex Street) to see the exterior decorated in the style of the ‘90s cult classic Hocus Pocus. You won’t have to bob for apples during this visit to Allison’s house, but it’s a must-see for any fan this October! Location: Ropes Mansion, 318 Essex Street, […]
Devils Chase 6.66 & Creepy Clown 3.33 Miler
Run like Hell in Salem, MA this October! 666 Event Description: The Devils Chase 6.66 Mile Run, named to the Top Nine Costume Runs in the World, is the best and most unique event you will run in all year long. 98% of participants dress up in costume, majority Devil theme costumes. People from all […]
Mead Tasting
Join us at Pamplemousse each Sat and Sun in October for some Mead Tasting – 2pm-4pm
Ghosts and Legends Trolley Tour
Gallows Hill Presents: The Ghosts & Legends Trolley Tour The Ghosts and Legends Trolley is a thrilling ride through the darkened streets of Salem. Guests hear stories of witches, ghosts, murder and more from their eerie, sinister and comical guides. You’ll see The House of the Seven Gables, the old cemetery, Winter Island and much more. The […]
Ghosts and Legends Trolley Tour
Gallows Hill Presents: The Ghosts & Legends Trolley Tour The Ghosts and Legends Trolley is a thrilling ride through the darkened streets of Salem. Guests hear stories of witches, ghosts, murder and more from their eerie, sinister and comical guides. You’ll see The House of the Seven Gables, the old cemetery, Winter Island and much more. The […]
Ghosts and Legends Trolley Tour
Gallows Hill Presents: The Ghosts & Legends Trolley Tour The Ghosts and Legends Trolley is a thrilling ride through the darkened streets of Salem. Guests hear stories of witches, ghosts, murder and more from their eerie, sinister and comical guides. You’ll see The House of the Seven Gables, the old cemetery, Winter Island and much more. The […]