Every venue open October 30 to November 1, free admission, live music, aerialists, fire performances, the Witches’ Magic Circle and Raising Cane’s 3,156-pound Guinness World Records jack-o’-lantern on Salem Common.
Halloween in Salem 2026: Music & Performances
Saturday · October 31, 2026 Aerial artistry on Salem Common. Evening bands on Front Street. Afternoon music and a Halloween DJ set at Forten. Make a day—and night—of it in downtown Salem. All times are Eastern Daylight Time. This is the Haunted Happenings Marketplace programming schedule, one part of Salem’s wider Halloween celebration. Updated October 26, 2026. Featured photo: aerial … Read More
A Fall Walk Along Derby Street in Salem
Make a fall day of Derby Street, from makers and music at Forten Park to waterfront dining, local shops, Wolf Next Door and the Gables, with October 2026 events to plan around.
A local guide to Pickering Wharf in Salem
Make time for Salem’s waterfront businesses, from creative workshops and local art to seafood, shopping and harbor cruises. This Pickering Wharf guide gives Creative Collective members a little extra attention alongside their neighbors.
Meet the Makers and Independent Brands at Legion Salem
Meet the makers and independent brands bringing clothing, art, candles, crochet, jewelry and records to Legion Salem at 301 Essex Street.
More October Performances at the Haunted Happenings Marketplace
Electric Heaters, Dub Boat, A Company of Witches, DJ Chris Carr and more join our October 2026 programming in Salem. See confirmed dates and times still to come.
Vegan Food, Treats, and Desserts in Salem for Haunted Happenings
Vegan meals and treats across Salem, from Old Town Hall and Charlotte Forten Park to pizza and popcorn on Pickering Wharf.
Twenty Octobers With a Lantern: Salem Night Tour Turns 20
Salem Night Tour started on October 1, 2006 with one family and a lantern. Twenty years later, the route hasn’t changed. Here’s what has, from the founder.
What’s New at the 2026 Haunted Happenings Marketplace
Meet this season’s new gathering places, local food businesses and performers, including the Salem Glass Pumpkin Patch on October 10–12.
Color Luna for Salem’s 2026 Coloring Page Contest—Entries Due October 20
Salem residents can give Luna a colorful Halloween makeover in the City’s 2026 coloring contest. Download the official page, explore the age divisions, and submit your artwork by October 20.
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