Salem in October does not treat Halloween like a single night. The city turns the whole season into a monthlong mix of history, haunted tours, street performances, costumes, markets, lantern-lit walks, and crowds that build as October 31 gets closer. 10. Start the season with the Salem Haunted Happenings Grand Parade The Haunted Happenings Grand Parade is one of the best ways to feel Salem switch fully into Halloween mode. It usually brings together local groups, creative flo

Year after year, Hollowed Harvest: Wicked Labyrinth has served as Salem's only Jack-O'-Lantern Festival, bringing hundreds of unique pumpkins to the Witch City. This year, local artists can get involved as featured pumpkin carvers for this paid opportunity. Hollowed Harvest has utilized several different venues in its 6 years of operation and 2026 will boast its most walkable location yet. Located at 300 Derby St., the event is directly adjacent to the Salem Witch Trials Me

Summer is the perfect time to start thinking about your fall getaway, especially if you want to experience Salem’s unique Halloween charm without the last-minute rush. Instead of scrambling for accommodations and tickets when the spooky season hits, planning your trip now gives you the chance to enjoy Salem’s famous fall attractions with ease and excitement. Salem, Massachusetts, is known worldwide for its Halloween spirit, steeped in history and haunted tales. This year, the

Salem is famous for its rich history and eerie tales, but exploring it just got a lot more personal and intriguing. Imagine holding a small crystal ball that guides you through the haunted streets, revealing stories and visuals that bring the past to life. This is exactly what the Salem Haunts Walking Tour offers—a unique way to experience Salem’s history and folklore in a compact, interactive form starting September 18th. Traditional ghost tours often involve large groups an

There are plenty of reasons to visit Salem in the fall, but this glowing Halloween experience may be one of the most magical. Hollowed Harvest Harvest, Salem’s only jack-o’-lantern festival, is officially returning for its 6th season on September 18, bringing hundreds of glowing jack-o’-lanterns, animated scenes, whimsical Halloween characters, and immersive fall displays back to the heart of downtown Salem. Located on Derby Street, right in the middle of one of New England’s