Planning a Salem Fall Trip for 2026? Start Here
There’s already excitement building for another unforgettable fall season in Salem, Massachusetts — and with Salem’s 400+ celebration continuing into 2026, this year is expected to bring even more visitors, events, and energy to the city. Whether this is your very first Salem trip or a yearly tradition, planning ahead can make your visit much […]
Salem Farmers Market
The Salem Farmers’ Market is a seasonal weekly market showcasing local farm and food products on historic Derby Square in the middle of downtown Salem. Entering its 18th season, this year’s market will take place every Thursday, 3 pm to 7 pm, from June 11 to October 8. Salem Farmers Market typically features about 25 […]
Salem 400+ Heritage Days Parade
The Salem 400+ Heritage Days Parade is a flagship event of Salem’s quadricentennial commemoration, celebrating over 400 years of Salem’s diverse history, cultural heritage, and community spirit. Organized in partnership with the City of Salem, Salem Maritime National Historical Park, and Salem State University, in collaboration with the Salem 400+ Heritage Days Parade Planning Committee, […]
Haunted Biz Baz
Get ready for a weekend full of shopping, spooky season vibes, and local creativity at the Biz Baz Street Fair on the historic Salem Common! Browse 80+ incredible vendors featuring handmade jewelry, art, apparel, crafts, Halloween decor, and so much more. 🎃✨ Join us Saturday, October 3 from 10AM-8PM and Sunday, October 4 from 10AM-6PM […]
Haunted Biz Baz
Get ready for a weekend full of shopping, spooky season vibes, and local creativity at the Biz Baz Street Fair on the historic Salem Common! Browse 80+ incredible vendors featuring handmade jewelry, art, apparel, crafts, Halloween decor, and so much more. 🎃✨ Join us Saturday, October 3 from 10AM-8PM and Sunday, October 4 from 10AM-6PM […]
Salem Arts Festival
Salem Arts Festival 2026: Salem 400+ Special Edition Friday, June 5 – Sunday, June 7, 2026 Description:18th annual Salem Arts Festival, celebrating Salem 400+! Join us June 5-7, 2026, as we transform downtown Salem into a vibrant celebration of creativity, marking four centuries of our city’s cultural heritage while building our creative future together.This FREE, […]
Salem Arts Festival-Opening Night
Opening Night Celebration + Tiny Art SpreeFriday, June 5, 2026 | 5:30–8:30 PM | Old Town Hall, Derby Square, Salem Free entry · Tiny Art Spree tickets $20 The 18th Annual Salem Arts Festival kicks off — and so does summer. Join us in the heart of Derby Square for the official launch of our […]
2026 Haunted Happenings Magazine Advertising Sales Are Officially Open!
The wait is over — advertising sales for the 2026 edition of Haunted Happenings Magazine are now officially open! As Salem prepares for an exciting year ahead and the city’s historic 400-year celebration, now is the perfect time for businesses, attractions, events, tours, restaurants, shops, and organizations to secure their place in one of Salem’s […]
3 MORE Scoops of Joy!
Whimsy’s popular mindful eating event is coming back for second helpings… If you “love” ice cream you won’t want to miss this chance to prove it! This event is perfect for those new to, and curious about mindfulness, as well as those who are looking to build past mindful eating experiences into a practice. Join […]
Kids Photo Shoot
A kid-only witchy portrait session offering four fun styles for a quick, imaginative Salem experience. For a limited time, young visitors can enjoy a brief witchy portrait designed for vacation fun in Salem. Children pick one of four signature styles—Graveyard Magic, Crystal Ball Witchery, 1692 Glamour, or Earth Witch—and step into character with simple costume […]
Wicked New England, Halfway to Halloween Event
WICKED NEW ENGLAND RETURNS TO SALEM, MA, SUNDAY, APRIL 19th CELEBRATE HALFWAY TO HALLOWEEN AT OLD TOWN HALL WITH A CURATED VENDOR MARKET, STAGE PRESENTATIONS, PHOTO OPS, MONSTERS, KIDS TRICK-OR-TREATING AND MORE Salem, MA – For those who can’t wait for spooky season, “WICKED NEW ENGLAND” is bringing its Halfway to Halloween Festival back to […]
Whimsy’s Chocolate Fountain / Salem’s So Sweet
Whimsy’s Chocolate Fountain for Salem’s So Sweet Saturday, February 7, 2026 12pm – 4pm The chocolate fountain is back at Whimsy’s for Saturday of Salem’s So Sweet! Noon to 4pm, just $5 a dip, make your own fresh chocolate coated brownie, marshmallow, crispy rice treat, or skewer of fresh fruit!