ONGOING EVENTS
Salem Psychic Fair
Witch City Mall – 176 Essex St. 10am-10pm Oct. 1- Oct. 31
Explore the future with a psychic reading at Salem’s longest-running psychic fair! The Salem Psychic Fair and Witches’ Wander an emporium of magical gifts, meet real practicing Witches, and make an appointment with one of Salem’s talented psychic readers! Salem Psychic Fair
The Good Witch Of Salem Event Series
Various locations. The Good Witch of Salem is a positive role model represented by the vibrant color “pink.” Events, workshops, educational resources, and storytelling are just a few of the ways in which the Good Witch shares her magic. More information
Festival Of The Dead Event Series
Oct. 1 to Oct. 31. Locations include: 184 Essex St, Witch City Mall, Hawthorne Hotel, Salem Common. Festival of the Dead is an annual event series that explores death’s macabre customs, heretical histories, and strange rituals. Listing of events: Festival Of The Dead
Cry Innocent: The People Vs. Bridget Bishop
Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Square. It’s 1692. Bridget Bishop is accused of witchcraft and YOU are the jury. Hear the evidence, cross-examine the witnesses and determine the outcome. The actors respond as Puritans, revealing much about the Puritan mind. Is Bridget Bishop capable of witchcraft? You decide. Tickets and Information
Moon Witch
The Witchery, 61 Wharf St. Saturdays, October 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th. Immerse yourself in an evening of folk magic, tarot and moon lore! Our live, ritual theatre then takes you on a journey through the phases of the moon as we honor the cycles of life – and death. In October, the veil between worlds is thin. Our event holds space to connect with our loved ones by writing messages to those who are now in spirit. Immerse yourself in the mysteries! Tickets and Information
Vampire Lounge
Finz – Pickering Wharf, 86 Wharf St. Mondays in October. Welcome to Salem’s Premium Goth Night – The Vampire Lounge. Join us for a Special MONDAY Night Lounge! Party, drink & dance to your favorite Goth music! Enjoy our PRIVATE space & oceanfront deck!
Tickets: Oct. 7, Oct. 14, Oct. 21, Oct. 28
Eerie Stories On Salem Sound
193 Derby St. Escape the crowds this fall and take to the sea, where haunting tales and harbor views await! Join us on Saturdays in October at 2:00 pm & 4:00 pm to dive into the dark side of Salem’s history. On this 90 minute boat tour, your guide will relate tales of murderous plots, public executions, and strange sightings. You’ll find that the facts of Salem’s past are stranger than any fiction you could dream up. Come ride the waves of history – just keep a weather eye for privateers! Tickets
Haunted Happenings Marketplace
Weekends in October at Salem Common and Derby Square. Over 250 artisans and creators will showcase their unique Halloween crafts gothic jewelry eerie artworks oddities and one-of-a-kind hand crafted items. Costumed characters live music and spine-tingling décor set the scene.
Haunted Happenings Marketplace
Frankenstein: An Evening With Mary Shelley
Grace Episcopal Church, 385 Essex St. Join author Mary Shelley for a dramatic reading of her novel, Frankenstein. Followed by a Q & A with Shelley and a sparkling toast.
Frankenstein: An Evening With Mary Shelley
The Salem Night Faire
Pioneer Village, 98 West Ave. October 18th, 19th, 25th, and 26th. Featuring over 50+ local and distant artists, clothing, jewelry, and oddity vendors, live performances, fireside ghost stories, photo ops, hot cider, a Biergarten & more. Lose yourself in a spellbinding daze – the time awaits, and magick fills the air this October Salem night. Salem Night Faire
Wicked Wednesdays At Phillips House
Phillips House, 34 Chestnut St. Get wicked at Phillips House! These relaxed, family-friendly afternoons feature games and fall crafts in the backyard. A family-themed tour of the house is included in your ticket. Tours are offered every half-hour.
Wicked Wednesdays
Hollowed Harvest Wicked Labrynth
45 Congress St. Salem’s only Jack-O’-Lantern festival, known as “Hollowed Harvest: Wicked Labyrinth”, returns for its 4th season with even more Jack-O’-Lantern magic than ever before! Prepare to be blown away by hundreds of intricately carved Jack-o’-Lanterns, an epic spider web tunnel, hands-on pumpkin carving, and oh-so-many magically re-animated Jack’s that have come to life to sing songs, tell scary stories, and so much more!
Hollowed Harvest
Chilling Tales For Chilly Nights At Gedney House
21 High St. Join local poets and storytellers for an evening of chills and delights at one of Salem’s oldest houses. Gedney House comes alive with the classic and original pieces that embody the spirit of the season. The program will be about 2 hours, so please dress for the weather!
Chilling Tales
Salem Haunted Magic Show: Mentalismo!
Emerson Hall Theater, 50 Washington St. Starting Sept. 14. NOW IN ITS 14TH YEAR! Calling all thrill-seekers! Prepare for a night of chills and magic at the Salem Haunted Magic Show. This interactive theatrical performance combines mind-reading with the impossible, exploring bizarre real-life happenings and scary ghost stories. Witness the magic unfold live on stage, and you might even become part of the spellbinding experience! Tickets
Hocus Pocus At Ropes Mansion & PEM Halloween Events
Ropes Mansion, 318 Essex St. Oct. 25-31. Get into the Halloween spirit and take a walk over to the Ropes Mansion (318 Essex Street) to see it decorated in the style of the ‘90s cult classic Hocus Pocus. You won’t have to bob for apples during this visit to Allison’s house, but it’s a must-see for any fan this October! Free; no reservations required. Hocus Pocus Ropes Mansion
Daemonologie: Signals & Sirens
The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby St. An evening of live interactive theatre where audiences will solve mysteries, form friendships and ultimately decide which monster to stop. As you roam the campus to learn more about the Settlement Association, you might also uncover some intimate secrets of its residents — secrets that could ripple life or death far beyond this evening, far beyond this neighborhood. When a voice calls to you from the darkest depths, how will you answer? Tickets
Gallows Hill Events and Attractions Gallows Hill Museum And Theatre – 7 Lynde St. 978-825-0222 A variety of performances and attractions throughout October including: Gallows Hill Main Show, Lost Museum, Ghosts and Legends Trolley Tour, Daytime Walking Tours, Tales and Ales, Guilty! A Salem Witch Trial, After Hours Ghost Hunt and other entertainment events Oct.1-Oct.31. Details and schedules: Gallows Hill Museum and Theatre
October Events At The Gables
The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby St. Join Salem’s master storyteller, Nathaniel Hawthorne, for a frightful evening of thrills and chills in the gloomy shadow of The Gables, performing his most frightening tales, as well as the terrifying works of fellow writer, Edgar Allan Poe. Experience the greatest Gothic horror stories ever written, brought to life by one of the authors himself! Appropriate for families with brave children 10 and up. Tickets
Things That Go Bump In The Night
Hamilton Hall, 9 Chestnut St. Oct. 27, 28, 29, 30. Join Jim McAllister, one of Salem’s favorite historians and storytellers, for an evening of local stories sure to send a chill down your spine (and tickle your funny bone, too). This hour-long event is geared toward adults and is not for children under 12. Part of the proceeds will support the Hall’s preservation. Information and Tickets
EVENTS BY DATE
Sept.
21
Dracula Cabaret
8:00 pm. Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Square. Come enjoy a sexy, bloody, dance interpretation of Dracula presented by Helena Performance Group of Nista Heart Studio! Be prepared to be enchanted and spooked! Some lucky audience members will be chosen for audience participation! The performance will be held on the second floor of Old Town Hall in Salem. Doors will open at 8pm and the show will begin at 8:30pm! This is an 18+ event. Dracula Cabaret
Sept.
27
Mayor’s Night Out
5:30pm, Big fountain at Essex St. Mall. Join Mayor Dominick Pangallo to trick-or-treat downtown. Participating businesses will be handing out candy to costumed children. “Mayor’s Night Out has become a great tradition for Salem residents, said Mayor Pangallo. We have more participants throughout downtown participating than ever before, including a number of businesses in the Pickering Wharf neighborhoods.” Information
Oct.
3
Haunted Happenings Grand Parade
6:30-8:30 pm. The Annual Salem Chamber of Commerce Haunted Happenings Grand Parade is a special nighttime tradition for the citizens of Salem and visitors alike to officially kick off Salem’s Halloween season. This year’s event will feature the theme “Our Time On Earth”. It’s a night full of color, pageantry, and music. The parade will follow the normal route from Prime Group Shetland Park to Salem Common. Haunted Happenings Parade
Oct.
3,4,5
Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy
Cinema Salem, Witch City Mall, Essex St. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the dark and mysterious world of Edgar Allan Poe. This exclusive speakeasy will transport you to a bygone era as you sip on expertly crafted cocktails inspired by four of Poe’s most beloved stories. Led by the speakeasy’s lead mixologist and Poe historians, this immersive evening promises to be a chillingly unforgettable experience. Don’t miss your chance to bring Poe’s tales to life, one sip at a time in Salem! Tickets
Oct.
4
Lanterns In The Village – Benefit Collins Middle School
Salem Pioneer Village, 98 West Avenue. Come stroll through historic Pioneer Village for this 11th annual family-friendly event. You will be enchanted by the soft light of jack-o-lanterns while listening to spooky tales (Flashlights Optional). Free Parking ~ RAIN OR SHINE. Children 3 and under are admitted FREE. This Friday night Lanterns in the Village fundraiser supports all positive events for the students of Collins Middle School located in Salem. 100% of the proceeds will support our school! Tickets and Information
Oct.
5
Lanterns In The Village – Organized by Witch House – City of Salem
Salem Pioneer Village, 98 West Avenue. Ghost stories read amongst glowing jack-o-lanterns and candlelit cottages. You are invited to listen to three different ghost stories over the period of 45 minutes. Tickets
Oct.
5
Salem Zombie Walk 2024
Salem Common N. Washington Sq. The annual Salem Zombiewalk rises again!!
11am: GATHER
12 pm: GRAZING, errrr, shuffling the DESIGNATED route
All ages! This is a FREE, Family-friendly event! All costumes welcome, the gorier the greater! Spread the plague! errr, word! Salem Zombiewalk 2024
Oct.
5, 6
Haunted Biz Baz
Salem Common, Saturday Oct. 5, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, Sunday Oct. 6, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Shop dozens of unique vendors selling handmade art, crafts, gift, apparel, and more. Haunted Biz Baz
Oct.
10, 11
Shipwreck Saloon Cocktail Experience
Cinema Salem, Witch City Mall, Essex St. The Pirates and Rum Experience is an interactive show where the dead tell their tales based on the real-life murders and legends of the Pirates of the South Seas. Prepare ye livers, as you will be served four different rum cocktails throughout the experience. This high-energy interactive live show will fully transport you into a pirating world of cocktails and treasures. Beware, as the night holds multiple surprises. Shipwreck Saloon
Oct.
11,
12,13
It’s Just A Buncha Halloween 2024
Join actors Larry Bagby, Vinessa Shaw, Jason Marsden, Omri Katz, Tobias Jelinek from Disney’s Halloween classic movie “Hocus Pocus” for a weekend of howling activities.
Friday Oct. 11 – Samhain Celebration at Hawthorne Hotel
Sat. Oct. 12 – Autograph meet ‘n greet at Salem Waterfront Hotel. Hocus Pocus Burlesque Show at Cinema Salem.
Sun. Oct. 13 – Trolley Tour and “Hocus Pocus” screening with live cast commentary. Tickets and Information
Oct.
12
Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade
11am Derby Wharf, 160 Derby St. Save the date! Salem Main Streets is hosting our most terrifyingly adorable event of the year! This event is free to attend for costumed pet appreciation and there is a suggested donation of $5 (Salem Residents)/$10 (out-of-towners) for entering your pet. Pets of all species are welcome, but should be well-behaved and comfortable at a busy event where there are likely to be many dogs. Start working on your looks and practicing your struts, scuttles, or slithers! Information and Registration
Oct.
12
The Haunted Tavern
Cinema Salem, Witch City Mall, Essex St. The Haunted Tavern is an immersive cocktail experience run by the descendants of Ichabod Crane. You will visit one of the most haunted locations in Salem as the tavern keeper guides you through a 4-part interactive cocktail journey. Hear the chilling and dark tales that haunt the venue, and beware the ghost that never left… Your night will be filled with surprises—the ghost tends to sit in on the experience and scare those brave enough (or filled with enough liquid courage) to enter! Haunted Tavern
Oct.
12
Silent Movies At Grace Church – Dr. Jekyll And Mr. Hyde
7:30pm. Grace Church, 385 Essex St. Classic Silent film in a Gothic setting accompanied by an original score on pipe organ. Love Gothic buildings and silent movies accompanied by LIVE organ music? Haunted Grace presents the original 1922 John Barrymore “Dr. Jekyll And Mr. Hyde” with an original score, played on the historic organ at local Gothic Grace Church. Can you say “spooky ambiance”? Silent Movies At Grace Church
Oct.
12
Witch City 5K Road Race
Salem Willows Park, 165 Fort Ave. Run through the haunted streets of Salem – the ghouls, ghosts and goblins will be with you in spirit this year! Step into a world where the historic charm of Salem meets the adrenaline of a road race. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner with a spark, this course through scenic Salem Willows Park will cast a spell on you. Information and Signup
Oct.
17
The Phantom Of The Opera – Silent Film and Music
First Church in Salem, 316 Essex St. Join us for a showing of the iconic, 1925 silent horror film The Phantom of the Opera in our historic Meeting House! The film will be screened on a giant movie theatre sized screen and will include live musical accompaniment by Peter Krasinski, internationally acclaimed silent film live accompanist. The evening will begin with the hilarious short The Haunted House by Buster Keaton. Tickets
Oct.
17, 18
Haunted Histories – Fatal Graces
Peabody Essex Museum, 161 Essex St. 6:30pm-10pm. Our chilling tales of murder and mystery return! Encounter the restless spirits of New England’s dark history as they roam through PEM’s historic houses in this immersive imagining. Information – Tickets
Oct.
17, 18, 19
Banshee – Rise Of The Blood Moon
Die With Your Boots On, 9 Church St. 8pm. Welcome to the dark path lit by the glow of the Blood Moon…. Welcome to Banshee! A drag multimedia experience of magic, mystery, sex, and a bit of sillieness for good measure you are invited to pay witness to drag excellence the kind you’ve never seen! Tickets
Oct.
18,
19,20
The Monster Squad Weekend
CinemaSalem, Witch City Mall, Church St.-Essex St. Join THE MONSTER SQUAD the weekend of October 18-20! Andre Gower & Ryan Lambert will be hosting this fangtastic weekend at Cinema Salem. Come meet the stars of the classic 1987 horror comedy and enjoy a weekend of scary good fun. Hold onto your twinkies Salem! Monster Squad Weekend
Oct.
19
Devil’s Chase 6.66 & Creepy Clown 3.33 Race
The Devils Chase 6.66 Mile Run is the best and most unique event you will run in all year long. 98% of participants dress up in costume, majority Devil Theme costumes and attracting more than 1000 Devils donning their favorite horns with pitchforks in hand for a scenic 6.66 mile race past a variety of Salem’s well-known landmarks. Information and Signup
Oct.
19, 20
ParaCon 3 – Salem’s Paranormal & Horror Convention
Salem State University South Campus Gym, 99 Harrison Road. Featuring special guests, paranormal investigators, horror actors, celebrities, authors, lectures, entertainment, a haunted artifacts museum display, and other special events and attractions. 50 vendor tables include psychics, readers, mediums, witch themes, magick, artists, horror memorabilia, clothing, crafts, book sellers, authors, artisans, movie & monster merch, and much more. Contact Information & Details
Oct.
26
Silent Movies At Grace Church – Nosferatu
7:30pm. Grace Church, 385 Essex St. Classic Silent film in a Gothic setting accompanied by an original score on pipe organ. Love Gothic buildings and silent movies accompanied by LIVE organ music? Haunted Grace presents the original 1922 F.W. Murnau German vampire classic “Nosferatu” with an original score, played on the historic organ at local Gothic Grace Church. Can you say “spooky ambiance”? Silent Movies At Grace Church
Oct.
31
Fireworks Finale
10:00pm. Bridge St. overlooking the MBTA terminal. The fireworks mark the conclusion of Salem’s Halloween celebration. Central downtown will then be cleared and may be restricted. Restaurants, taverns and attractions will continue to operate.
