Visit Charlotte Forten Park for an evening of food, drinks and seasonal experiences on Salem’s waterfront. Join us on Friday, October 30, 2026, 4 PM–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 Friday, October 30, 2026: 4 PM–9 PM Eastern.

Music at Forten

5–9 PM: DJ Kim Collins spins at The Cannery at Forten as Salem heads into Halloween weekend.

Make a return visit

Forten’s artisan markets run Saturdays and Sundays beginning October 3, plus Indigenous Peoples Day on Monday, October 12. The Thursday and Friday park evenings focus on food, the outdoor bar and scheduled programming. Explore the Forten directory to meet the participating businesses.

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.