Salem Common & Pedestrian Mall · Haunted Happenings Marketplace 2026 · Salem, MA
About Ancient Fire Henna
Ancient Fire Henna is a natural henna body art service featured at the Haunted Happenings Marketplace in Salem, Massachusetts. Artist Maria Mercuri creates artisanal henna designs on the spot, offering visitors temporary body art for costume enhancement, special occasions, or pure creative fun.
Using natural henna paste and drawing from years of experience, Maria applies custom designs that range from intricate traditional patterns to Halloween-inspired motifs. Ancient Fire Henna transforms the marketplace into an interactive experience — one where you can walk away wearing a one-of-a-kind piece of art.
Where and When to Shop
Find Ancient Fire Henna on the Pedestrian Mall on October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, and at Salem Common on October 10–12, 17–18, 24–25, 31 and November 1.
Friday, October 2, 2026 — Pedestrian Mall — 10 AM–7 PM. Pedestrian Mall closing time is set day-of with the City of Salem and Salem Police based on crowd volume, so this location may stay open later than posted.
Friday, October 9, 2026 — Pedestrian Mall — 10 AM–7 PM. Pedestrian Mall closing time is set day-of with the City of Salem and Salem Police based on crowd volume, so this location may stay open later than posted.
Saturday, October 10, 2026 — Salem Common — 10 AM–8 PM
Sunday, October 11, 2026 — Salem Common — 10 AM–6 PM — Holiday hours may apply.
Monday, October 12, 2026 — Salem Common — 10 AM–6 PM
Friday, October 16, 2026 — Pedestrian Mall — 10 AM–7 PM. Pedestrian Mall closing time is set day-of with the City of Salem and Salem Police based on crowd volume, so this location may stay open later than posted.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 — Salem Common — 10 AM–8 PM
Sunday, October 18, 2026 — Salem Common — 10 AM–6 PM
Friday, October 23, 2026 — Pedestrian Mall — 10 AM–7 PM. Pedestrian Mall closing time is set day-of with the City of Salem and Salem Police based on crowd volume, so this location may stay open later than posted.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 — Salem Common — 10 AM–8 PM
Sunday, October 25, 2026 — Salem Common — 10 AM–6 PM
Friday, October 30, 2026 — Pedestrian Mall — 10 AM–8 PM. Pedestrian Mall closing time is set day-of with the City of Salem and Salem Police based on crowd volume, so this location may stay open later than posted.
Saturday, October 31, 2026 — Salem Common — 10 AM–9:45 PM
Sunday, November 1, 2026 — Salem Common — 10 AM–6 PM
