October is the most exciting time of the year for Salem, MA. World famous and full of history, the town tells the tales of the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. Visit the Salem Witch Museum for the complete story of the nineteen hangings, one man who was crushed to death, seven who died in prison, and countless accusations. The Salem, MA calendar of events is loaded for the month of October, peaking on the 31st with Halloween. Here are some featured events but check out the calendar for all the happenings in Salem!
Witch Trial Trail - A 1 hour candlelit walk departing at 7pm Tuesday through Sunday until October 31st. $12 for adults, no reservations required. Experience the sites of the Salem Witch Trials first hand and hear the stories from Jim McAllister, a well known local historian.
Terror Trail - A 1 hour and 20 minute candlelit walk every night from October 2nd until October 31st. Your tour guide will bring you throughout the roads of Salem, sharing the bizarre witchcraft stories, stories behind murders, and all you need to know about Salem ghosts and hauntings. Reservations required, $12 per person, Book your tour today, the dates are filling up fast!
Salem Chamber Haunted BizBaz Street Fair - A two-day event in Salem this Saturday & Sunday (9th & 10th). There will be over 100 vendors, live music and entertainment, and lots of food!
The Annual Psychic Fair and Witchcraft Expo - Every day in October, from 10AM until 10PM. The most gifted psychics of Salem offer everything from tarot card readings to crystal ball readings, if you've ever wanted to try visiting a psychic, there couldn't be a better time or place than in Salem in October!
So, there are these events and many more ongoing throughout the month of October to keep you busy while you wait until the 31st! The countdown to Halloween is on! Do you have your costume yet?
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ReplyDeletesuch a lovely post!
xx. christine
thanks Christine! :)
ReplyDeleteI'd love to go this weekend. I know the traffic can be crazy, any suggestions on either going in or parking?
ReplyDeleteThere's a convenient parking garage, the Museum Place Garage, right by the Peabody Essex Museum and visitor center. It's on New Liberty Street and is just a short walk from the everything including the Salem Witch Museum, Salem Common, and Pickering Wharf. Not sure how much it costs but when I went one weekend it was free :)
ReplyDeleteAlternatively, here's a map of all the parking garages in Salem! http://www.salem.com/Pages/SalemMA_Parking/parkmap