Haunted Happenings Marketplace — Salem, MA
🎃 Salem, MA · Weekends, Sept 26 – Nov 1, 2026
Artisan MarketFamily FriendlyFree Admission
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Salem’s signature open-air Halloween shopping event. Over 200 local artisans set up across four downtown venues — Salem Common, Derby Square, Charlotte Forten Park & Old Town Hall — every weekend from late September through Halloween, selling handmade jewelry, gothic decor, original art, and seasonal treats. Free to browse, easy to build a full day around.
📋 Event Details
📍 Venue: Salem Common, Derby Square, Charlotte Forten Park & Old Town Hall
📅 Dates: Sept 26 – Nov 1, 2026, every weekend (opening weekend Oct 3–4)
🕐 Hours: Sat ~10 AM–8 PM · Sun ~10 AM–6 PM
🎫 Price: Free admission
👶 Ages: All ages
🚗 Parking: Limited downtown; satellite lots recommended
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours to browse all four venues
🏢 Organizer: Haunted Happenings Marketplace
🎃 Local Insight Ratings
Family-Friendliness: 🎃🎃🎃🎃 4/5
Scare Level: 🎃 1/5
Photo-Worthiness: 🎃🎃🎃🎃 4/5
Budget: $–$$
Best for: shoppers, gothic/gift hunters, weekend day-trippers
💡 Know Before You Go
🎃 Go early on opening weekend (Oct 3–4) for the shortest lines.
🎃 The market spans four separate venues — plan a walking loop between them.
🎃 Bring cash — many small artisan vendors prefer it over cards.
🎃 Runs every weekend through Halloween, so you get several chances to go.
🎃 Combine with the Grand Parade or Zombie Walk for a full downtown day.
Always check the official event page for current dates, prices and weather closures before attending. Find Halloween Near Me is an independent guide and is not affiliated with the event organizer.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Haunted Happenings Marketplace free to attend?
Yes, browsing the marketplace is completely free — you only pay for what you buy.
What weekends is the marketplace open?
Every weekend from September 26 through November 1, 2026, with opening weekend on October 3–4.
Where is the marketplace held?
Across four downtown Salem venues: Salem Common, Derby Square, Charlotte Forten Park, and Old Town Hall.
