Make Charlotte Forten Park a stop on your Salem visit for artisan shopping, food, drinks and seasonal experiences. Join us on Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10 AM–9 PM Eastern at 289 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970.

Make a waterfront stop for food, drinks and time together during Haunted Happenings. Charlotte Forten Park brings independent food businesses, The Cannery at Forten and seasonal programming to Derby Street as part of Creative Collective’s Haunted Happenings Marketplace.

Food at Forten

• Empanada Kingdom brings its food truck and handmade, made-from-scratch empanadas to the park. Pick up something savory between browsing and exploring Salem.
• Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe joins the Forten lineup with locally made, handcrafted ice cream—a sweet stop for families and friends.

Menus and individual food-service hours may vary; check with each vendor for the day’s offerings.

The Cannery at Forten

The Cannery brings an outdoor bar to the waterfront, working with local breweries and spirits companies. Stop for a drink and spend a little longer enjoying the park. Meet The Cannery.

Bar service on Saturday, October 24, 2026: noon–9 PM Eastern.

Browse the artisan market

Explore independent makers and small businesses at the Forten artisan market. The mix changes by date, so browse the Charlotte Forten Park vendor directory for individual profiles and scheduled appearances.

On the calendar today

• Rob Carmichael — solo acoustic: 2–4 PM.
• DJ Andrea Stamas: 5–9 PM.

Performance times are separate from the park and bar hours above.

Plan your visit

Admission to the park activation is free. Food, drinks and shopping are separate purchases; activity offerings and any fees vary. Find us at 289 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970. Check the events calendar for additional programming and updates, and use the visitor FAQ to plan your trip.