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.
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.
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.
Ames Hall Gothic Series: Two October Shows Worth Booking
Two shows at Salem’s Ames Memorial Hall this October: The Woman in Black, then 45-minute candlelit piano concerts through Halloween and November 1.
How to Explore the 2026 Haunted Happenings Marketplace
Start with your date, browse makers by venue, and find the planning information you need for a visit to Salem’s 2026 Haunted Happenings Marketplace.
Salem Artists Row during Haunted Happenings: Where Creativity Meets Spooky Season Magic
While over a million visitors flock to Salem each October for haunted attractions, Salem’s Artists Row during Haunted Happenings offers something refreshingly different. This creative haven at 24 New Derby Street transforms into an interactive arts festival where visitors create their own magical souvenirs. Additionally, located just steps from Creative Collective’s bustling vendor markets at Derby Square, Artists Row provides … Read More
Your Essential Guide to Salem Haunted Happenings 2025
From the 2025 archive. This article describes the 2025 season. Dates, transportation, parking and program details may have changed. Planning a visit now? Use our current Plan Your Visit guide and 2026 Events & Hours. Salem Haunted Happenings 2025 transforms Massachusetts’ most bewitching city into the ultimate Halloween destination this October. This month-long celebration brings together over a million visitors … Read More
Experience Salem’s Magic This Fall: Your Guide to Extraordinary Tours
As autumn paints Essex County in brilliant hues of amber and crimson, Salem transforms into a captivating destination where history, mystery, and community converge. With over 500,000 visitors descending upon the “Witch City” each October, there’s no better time to discover Salem through the eyes of our remarkable Creative Collective tour company members, each bringing their unique perspective to this … Read More
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