Salem Haunted Happenings
Things to Do
There is so much to do during Salem Haunted Happenings! Dive into history at a museum, find an adrenaline rush in a haunted house, seek out your future at a psychic fair, or explore Salem’s countless stories on a tour.
Places to Eat
From sit-down to take-out, creative cocktails to grab-and-go, Salem restaurants are ready to serve a memorable meal!
Places to Shop
Shopping in Salem is a unique experience, whether you’re seeking spells in the Witch shops or buying gifts and souvenirs to remember your trip.
Places to Stay
Salem offers a great selection of accommodations, including full-service hotels, a seaside campground, or a historic B&B.
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About Salem Haunted Happenings
In 1982, the Salem Chamber of Commerce and the Salem Witch Museum planned the first SALEM HAUNTED HAPPENINGS FESTIVAL during Halloween weekend.
The festival was an effort to provide family-friendly events for guests who were interested in visiting the “Witch City.” With about 50,000 guests in attendance in its first year, the annual event continued to grow each season, drawing everyone from families, couples, history buffs, and Halloween enthusiasts worldwide.
Fun Facts
History
Whether you are planning a visit to Salem this October or you are already here, you may be curious about why Salem is so synonymous with Halloween.
Resident Resources
A page dedicated to our residents of Salem, MA. Information on road closures, Mayor’s Night Out, and more.
Hocus Pocus
Are you coming to run Amok? Click here for Hocus Pocus-themed events and locations.
Plan your visit to Salem Haunted Happenings
This Friday and Saturday from 7pm - 1pm at Pioneer Village is their Lanterns at the Village event! Stop by and enjoy the festivities, as well as supporting the local Salem, MA community 🎃
📷 linzstanley
Tonight is Mayor`s Night Out! Beginning at 3:00 p.m. participating museums and attractions will open free of charge to Salem residents. Mayor Dominick Pangallo will be handing out candy, and their will be a free screening of Hocus Pocus on the Salem Common at 7pm. See our blog post for more details 🍬
📷 Destination Salem
Today is the Salem Chamber of Commerce Haunted Happenings Grand Parade! The parade will loop through downtown tonight from 6:30pm until 8pm 👻
📷 @jeff_foliage
Looking for a one-of-a-kind souvenir to take home with you this October? Stop by Nocturne this Saturday from 10am to close for the Potion23 handmade Witch Hat Pop-Up 💫
📷 Potion23
There`s magic to be found around every corner here in Salem, MA this October 🪶
📷 Kathryn Horrigan / Destination Salem