Haunted Happenings Grand Parade
The 29th Annual Salem Chamber of Commerce Haunted Happenings Grand Parade will take place, as always, on the first Thursday, October 1, 2026. The Parade is a special nighttime tradition for the city of Salem and visitors alike to officially kick off Salem’s Halloween season. The evening should be a night full of color, pageantry, music, and […]
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, […]
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 […]
Salem So Sweet Weekend Festival
Salem Main Streets and the Salem Chamber of Commerce invite you to participate in the annual Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival – a decadent tradition of delectable chocolate, sparkling ice sculptures, and Valentine’s Day shopping! Now in its 24th year, Salem’s So Sweet has become one of the most popular winter events on the North […]
Savor Chocolate and Spark Joy
Join us at Whimsy’s for a mindful eating experience. Kick off Salem’s So Sweet festival a day early! This is a limited seating event!! Please book online quickly as space is very limited. 30$
Build-a-Snowman in the Snow Room
Get ready for some frosty, indoor fun! Step into our magical Snow Room for a cozy snow day experience — no coats, no cold, just pure holiday magic! Kids and Kids-at-heart create their own snowman out of soft, moldable snow while classic Christmas movies play on the big screen. With festive music and twinkling lights […]
Build-a-Snowman in the Snow Room
Get ready for some frosty, indoor fun! Step into our magical Snow Room for a cozy snow day experience — no coats, no cold, just pure holiday magic! Kids and Kids-at-heart create their own snowman out of soft, moldable snow while classic Christmas movies play on the big screen. With festive music and twinkling lights […]
🎃 From Haunted Happenings to Holiday Cheer in Salem!
As another incredible Haunted Happenings season comes to a close, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this October in Salem truly spectacular. From our loyal advertisers and local businesses to the thousands of visitors who picked up a copy of Haunted Happenings Magazine, your enthusiasm and support bring this […]
Crystal Magic: 1 Hour Workshop with a Salem Witch
Workshop runs Saturday and Sundays in October at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm If you’ve acquired a collection of stones (or you’re well on your way to one, or you’d like to be), but you’re not entirely sure how to get the most benefit from them, this workshop will help you understand all the ways […]
Crystal Magic: 1 Hour Workshop with a Salem Witch
Workshop runs Saturday and Sundays in October at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm If you’ve acquired a collection of stones (or you’re well on your way to one, or you’d like to be), but you’re not entirely sure how to get the most benefit from them, this workshop will help you understand all the ways […]
