Salem Halloween 2023: A Guide To Tuesday Night's Holiday Grand Finale

Huge crowds are expected for a day of live outdoor music, spooky activities, and the grand finale fireworks at 10 p.m.

Salem Halloween 2023: 100K Visitors Expected Saturday Amid Record Heat

Starting Saturday the city's Enhanced Safety Zone ordinance kicks in and fines will be tripled for parking violations.

Salem To Host Ceremony Honoring City Veterans

The public, veterans, and their family and friends, are invited to the ceremony on Nov. 11 in the Salem High School auditorium.

Salem Halloween 2023: Commuter Rail Ready For Weekend Witch City Rush

After many of the extra trains planned last Sunday were canceled because of crew issues, Keolis officials plan a full-service weekend ahead.

Christmas In Salem House Tour Returns For 44th Year In 2023

Historic Salem, Inc. will operate the tour on Dec. 2 and Dec. 3 featuring homes around Salem Common.

Salem Halloween 2023: Residents' Night Out With 'Hocus Pocus' Party

Salem residents can get free museum admission, parking, business trick-or-treating and discounts, and a "Hocus Pocus" party on the Common.

Salem Halloween 2023: 'Second Police Department' Deployed This October

Salem Police Chief Lucas Miller said the subset of the Salem PD includes its own dispatch, patrols and commanders for the holiday season.

Salem Halloween 2023: MBTA Adds Boston, Beverly Trains To Witch City

There will be 10 more inbound trains from Salem to North Station and seven more outbound trains from Salem to Beverly daily in October.

Where To Pick A Pumpkin Near Salem

As Halloween approaches, here are a few tips on where to find pumpkins on the North Shore and how to make the perfect carve.

Salem Halloween 2023: What To Know If You're Headed To The Witch City

With up to 1 million visitors expected this October, here is what you need to enjoy the spooky season in Halloween's unofficial hometown.

Salem Street Shutdowns Set For Halloween Witch City Tourist Season

Salem's scheduled road closures and tow zones for the Oct. 5 Grand Parade, Oct. 14 and Oct. 21 road races, October weekends and Halloween.

Salem Halloween Free Weekend Shuttles Begin Saturday

The shuttles will provide service from more than 1,300 free parking spots citywide to downtown during the next five spooky weekends.

Salem Chamber Seeks Haunted Happenings Grand Parade Volunteers

The annual "official kickoff" to the Salem Halloween tourist and holiday season is set for Oct. 5.

Haunting Reminder: Salem Halloween Season Tourist Crush On Its Way

After nearly one million visitors came to the Witch City last scary season, officials are urging to plan out travel and itineraries.

Halloween 101: How To Avoid Becoming The Haunted House Of Salem

Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.

Find Salem Area July 4 Fireworks Celebrations In 2023

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Salem.

Salem July 4 Fireworks Road Closures, Parking Restrictions

Parking restrictions will begin at 8 a.m. on Tuesday with road closures starting at 4:30 p.m.

Find Salem Area July 4 Fireworks Celebrations In 2023

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Salem.

Memorial Day 2023: Salem Hosting Veterans Square Dedication Ceremony

Find out how Salem will be observing Memorial Day this year.

Salem Veteran Square Dedication Part Of City's Memorial Day Ceremony

This year's program will take place at the intersection of Gardner and Cabot streets to dedicate PFC Rene "Pete" Pelletier Square.

Mother’s Day 2023 Brunch: Reserve Now In Salem

Here are just a few of the fine dining options perfect for moms on the North Shore.

New Year's Eve 2022 In Salem

Where to celebrate New Year's Eve 2022 on and around the North Shore.

What's Open, Closed Over Christmas Weekend 2022 In Salem

With Christmas on a Sunday, some hours will be altered through Monday in 2022.

First Salem Frozen Fire Festival To Light Up New Year's Countdown

The city will host a week of live music, heated igloos, curling, fire pits, ice sculptures, food, craft beer and more Dec. 26 to Jan. 1.

Salem Christmas Tree Bonfire Returns To Dead Horse Beach

Residents can bring, drop off or leave out their trees for inclusion in the Salem Willows tradition on Jan. 6.

Salem To Host 2 Public Menorah Lightings To Celebrate Chanukah

The city will host the lightings on both Dec. 21 at noon and Dec. 24 at sundown.

Where To Buy Or Cut Your Own Fresh Christmas Tree Near Salem

Trees, like everything else, may cost a little more this year, but consumers seem to be taking the expected price hikes in stride.

Santa Claus Comes To Salem Friday Night

The big man in the red suit will be sleighing his way to the top of the Hawthorne Hotel ahead of the Lappin Park holiday tree lighting.

Free Downtown Salem Holiday Performances To Help Spread Yuletide Cheer

The series of performances and family-friendly events will begin with History Alive, Inc.'s caroling show Friday night.

Salem Holiday Marketplace Returns To Pickering Wharf For 2022

Finz Seafood & Grill and Sea Level Oyster Bar will host more than two dozen North Shore vendors at their Wharf Street locations on Nov. 26.

Salem Halloween Trick-Or-Treat Hours, Safety Tips

On the Witch City's busiest night of the year, drivers are urged to be on the lookout for costumed kiddos in residential areas.

Salem Halloween 2022: Drivers Beware As Witch City Streets Shut Down

Visitors and residents are warned against driving near downtown through Monday with many road closures and extensive parking restrictions.

Salem Halloween 2022: How To Get To The Witch City On The Big Night

The MBTA is offering discounted round-trip tickets on the commuter rail with the Salem garage closed after 6 p.m.

Salem Halloween 2022: 'Bigger Than We've Ever Seen It Before'

As record crowds are expected to increase over the next two weeks, Salem officials once again implore visitors not to drive into the city.

Record 500K Salem Halloween Visitors Hit Witch City Through Sunday

Officials said nearly 158,000 visitors descended upon the city last weekend alone as they urge no driving into town for the next two weeks.

Salem, Beverly Halloween Trains Added Amid Record Weekend Crowds

After all municipal lots were filled early this past weekend, the MBTA is adding train service for the final two weekends before Halloween.

Salem To Host Trunk-Or-Treat Halloween Event And Costume Contest

The event will take place on Oct. 28 in the parking lot of the Ingram Senior Center. There will be candy giveaways, pizza, games and music.

Salem Halloween: What To Know If You Are Making The Spooky Trip

While city officials are not trying to scare visitors away this year, they are urging taking public transportation and using satellite lots.

Inflation Affecting 2022 Pumpkin Prices In Salem

Finding the best fall pumpkin at a field in Salem could come at an increased cost this year.

Salem Residents Get Their Share Of Halloween Fun On Mayor's Night Out

The evening includes free entry to museums and attractions, and garage parking, for Salem residents only.