Salem's Haunted Happenings Parade: Schedule, Road Closures and More

SALEM, MA — The unofficial kickoff to the October festivities in Salem is the Annual Salem Chamber of Commerce Haunted Happenings Grand Parade.

All are invited to attend the 21st edition of the annual parade, which will feature the theme of "100 years of Parks and Play." The parade will be held starting at 6:30 p.m. and running until 8 p.m.

Patch would also love to see your parade photos! Email them to joe.lipovich@patch.com for consideration.

Here's a breakdown of everything you need to know:

Parade Route

The parade starts on Congress Street at the Shetland properties, then follows the following route:

• Left turn onto Derby Street
• Right turn onto Central Street
• Left turn onto Front Street
• Right turn onto Washington Street
• Right turn onto Essex Street Pedestrian Mall
• Finishes in the Salem Common with entertainment from DJ Doug

Road Closures

According to Salem Main Streets, road closures will last from 6 to 9:30 p.m.

• Congress Street will be closed from Harbor Street to Derby Street.
• Derby Street will be closed from Congress Street to Central Street.
• Commuters will not be able to use Route 1A between Dodge St. and Brown Street which includes Derby Street, Hawthorne Boulevard and Washington Square at the Common entrance.
• Front Street and Washington Street between New Derby Street and Church Street will be closed.
• Essex Street will be closed at Washington Street.

Images via Adam Swift