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October in Salem is ICONIC
Welcome to Salem Haunted Happenings, the largest celebration of Halloween in the world! Salem is excited to welcome more than a million visitors to the parties, parades, vendor fairs, walking tours, museums, attractions, and special events. Plan ahead, put on your costume, and join us for a month that is steeped in history, haunts, and a bit of magic.
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@SalemHauntedHappenings
Got a ghost story? 👻 Corinne and Sabrina from @twogirlsoneghost are coming to Salem, and they want to hear YOURS! On Monday, October 26th, from 11 am - 2 pm, the hosts of the hit paranormal podcast will be roaming the Essex Street pedestrian mall near Derby Square, collecting real-life encounters, unexplained experiences, and stories that still give you chills. No appointment, no script - just bring your best ghost story and you might hear it on a future episode!
Read our latest blog for all the details - link in bio!
📸 Jack Skelley / @kaleosportsandent
What`s your aura saying about you? 🌈 Add a little color to your Salem adventure with an aura photo at @ascendgetlifted! Located on Essex Street, ASCEND offers a unique experience where you can see your energy represented in a colorful Polaroid portrait, complete with a personalized interpretation of what those colors mean. Come solo, bring your bestie, or make it a couples experience and leave with a one-of-a-kind Salem keepsake!
📸 Jess Shada / @destsalem
For those who believe Halloween is more than a month - it’s a state of mind. 🎃 @eternaloctobersalem keeps the Halloween spirit going all year long with horror-inspired apparel, accessories, and designs featuring some of your favorite scary movie icons, including Salem’s very own BORAH! From graphic tees to cozy sweatshirts and plenty of wickedly fun finds, there’s plenty to add to your Halloween wardrobe. Make Eternal October a stop on your Salem shopping list, browse the collection, and bring home something that keeps the Halloween spirit alive long after your visit!
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#2 Bridie O`Connell / @destsalem
#3 @thecoffeelibrarian
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Even Lucipurr knows the easiest way to get to Salem is by train. 🐈⬛ The @mbta_cr`s Newburyport / Rockport Line provides direct service to Salem Station, so you can skip the traffic and arrive just steps from Salem`s shops, attractions, restaurants, and Haunted Happenings festivities. As you plan your trip, download the @destsalem app to explore events, find restroom information, discover local businesses, and build your perfect Salem itinerary.
📸 Jess Shada / @destsalem
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A hundred pumpkins, a whole lot of purple, and witch hats galore! 💜 @WitchPix is celebrating October at its new home at 29 Congress Street, where a festive front lawn welcomes visitors to an extra-special Salem experience. Inside the new Salem Hat Company, browse an ever-changing collection of witch hats, crowns, and headpieces, or explore opportunities to design something uniquely yours. From pumpkins and photo magic to one-of-a-kind creations, there`s plenty happening behind that purple front door!
Read our latest blog for a look at everything Witch Pix has planned this month. Link in bio!
📸 @witchpix
Salem`s creative side goes well beyond the canvas! 🎨 At @9threalmgallery on Lafayette Street, tattooing meets painting, drawing, illustration, and a whole lot of imagination. This custom tattoo studio and art gallery brings together artists who approach every piece as an original work of art, collaborating with clients to create something personal and entirely their own. From intricate designs to large-scale pieces, there`s an incredible amount of artistry happening inside. Read our latest blog to meet the artists, explore the gallery, and discover what goes into creating a custom tattoo at 9th Realm.
Read the blog - link in bio!
📸 Jess Shada / @destsalem
Vacation mode, but make it witchy. 🧹✨ Grab your coven, find your perfect hat, and add a little magic to your Salem getaway at @witchcitybroomco. Because during @salemhauntedhappenings, Halloween isn’t just a holiday - it’s the whole mood.
Who are you bringing along for the spellbinding fun?
📸 @witchcitybroomco
All aboard for Halloween in Salem! 🎃 Costumes, witch hats, capes, and all - there`s no better way to make an entrance than arriving by train! The MBTA Commuter Rail makes getting to Salem easy, especially during the busy October season. Before you hop aboard, check the train schedule, give yourself a little extra travel time, and be ready to share the ride with plenty of fellow Halloween enthusiasts. Leave the parking worries behind and let the Halloween adventures begin!
Need a train schedule?
Check here: https://www.mbta.com/destinations/salem
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#2 @destsalem
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