About The Autistic Tiger

The Autistic Tiger brings original drawings, prints, plushies, and character merchandise by young artist Tiger Villec to the Haunted Happenings Marketplace on Salem Common in Salem, Massachusetts. The Autistic Tiger is both Tiger’s alter ego and the name of his signature character, anchoring a growing body of joyful, distinctive work.

Tiger has been exhibiting at major comic conventions since he was eight. Now 13, he continues to develop new characters and artwork while connecting with an audience that follows the project online and meets the family at events around the country.

A Returning Artist and Advocate

After a memorable 2025 season on Salem Common, The Autistic Tiger returns to Haunted Happenings for 2026. Tiger and his family also use the project to support autism advocacy, opening conversations through art and building genuine connections with visitors from across the country and around the world.

Where and When to Shop

Find The Autistic Tiger at Haunted Happenings Marketplace on these confirmed 2026 dates:

Essex Street Pedestrian Mall

• Friday, October 2, 2026 (10 AM – 7 PM)
• Saturday, October 3, 2026 (10 AM – 8 PM)
• Sunday, October 4, 2026 (10 AM – 6 PM)
• Friday, October 9, 2026 (10 AM – 7 PM)
• Friday, October 16, 2026 (10 AM – 7 PM)
• Friday, October 23, 2026 (10 AM – 7 PM)
• Friday, October 30, 2026 (10 AM – 8 PM)

Salem Common

• Saturday, October 10, 2026 (10 AM – 8 PM)
• Sunday, October 11, 2026 (10 AM – 6 PM) — Holiday hours may apply.
• Monday, October 12, 2026 (Indigenous Peoples Day) (10 AM – 6 PM)
• Saturday, October 17, 2026 (10 AM – 8 PM)
• Sunday, October 18, 2026 (10 AM – 6 PM)
• Saturday, October 24, 2026 (10 AM – 8 PM)
• Sunday, October 25, 2026 (10 AM – 6 PM)
• Saturday, October 31, 2026 (Halloween) (10 AM – 9:45 PM)
• Sunday, November 1, 2026 (10 AM – 6 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.

Follow The Autistic Tiger

Follow @TigerVillec on Instagram for new artwork, character stories, convention appearances, and updates from Tiger and his family.