Haunted Happenings

Halloween on the Hill

The Trustees host a celebration of Autumn and Halloween at Long Hill Sedgewick Gardens in Beverly Massachusetts

The Trustees of Reservations invite you to tour the gardens at Long Hill Gardens in Beverly, Massachusetts to celebrate Autumn and Halloween! Long Hill is very excited to announce a special new event, Halloween on the Hill! Come explore our beautiful property as we transform Long Hill into a celebration of autumn and the Halloween season. Follow our seasonal-themed trail that will feature over 1,000 jack-o’-lanterns, hundreds of mums and pumpkins, elaborate Halloween sets, light displays, music, and more. This is the perfect Halloween event your family won’t want to miss!

When:

Wednesdays-Sundays, September 30 - October 31, 2022 5:30-8:30pm

Location:

Long Hill and Sedgwick Gardens

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Halloween Harvest Salem

This is a walk-through experience where ground can be uneven at times. Some may appreciate the use of additional personal lighting when exploring the Hollowed Harvest. Salem Massachusetts' only Jack-O'-Lantern festival, known as "Hollowed Harvest: Wicked Labyrinth" returns with a new location, bigger and better than ever!

When:

Daily through Halloween 2022 3-9pm

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The Good Witch of Salem's Halloween Costume Ball

The Good Witch of Salem hosts a Children's Costume Ball at the Salem Waterfront Hotel in Salem Massachusetts.

Salem’s first Children’s Costume Ball in the heart of Downtown Salem will be an event you won’t want to miss! This October, join the Good Witch of Salem as she hosts a costume ball for children of all ages at the Salem Waterfront Hotel and Suites! Come dressed to “trick” or “treat” in your spookiest, glamorous, silliest or homemade costume creation!

When:

Saturday, October 22, 2022 4-6pm

Location:

Salem Waterfront Hotel

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Haunted Happenings Marketplace

This is the biggest vendor fair of the Haunted Happenings Salem season with the Creative Collective bringing you some of the best local artisans around. The Creative Collective Night Market (until 9:00 pm), sponsored by Retonica and Lord Hobo Brewing will transform the Downtown into an artisan and performance extravaganza! Street Performers, DJ’s and performance groups from around the Globe will highlight the vibrancy and diversity of Arts and Culture throughout New England.

When:

Weekends, October 2, 3, 15, 16 , 22, 23, 29 & 30, 2022 10am-8pm

Mondays, October 10 & 31, 2022 10am-8pm

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Witch City 5k

Run through the haunted streets of Salem with ghouls, ghosts and goblins in this community favorite 5K event that takes place during the most fun time in Salem...October’s Haunted Happenings!

When:

Saturday, October 15, 2022 9am

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Howl-o-ween Pet Costume Parade - Salem MA

Howl-o-ween Pet Costume Parade, Haunted Halloween Salem Haunted Happenings

Join Salem Main Streets for Howl-o-ween featuring plenty of fun and games, information about local rescues and pet-focused downtown businesses, and most importantly, a pet parade and costume contest with prizes!

When:

Saturday, October 8, 2022 1-4pm

Location:

Salem Maritime National Historic Site

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Haunted Harbor Cruise

Come learn about the haunted happenings of Salem Sound on this 1½ hour cruise.

Mahi Cruises & Charters invites you to a unique cruise in Salem Massachusetts! The fabled coastlines of Salem sound come alive with tales of haunted lighthouses, eerie islands, ruthless pirates, and living monsters who wreak havoc on passing ships to this very day! This spook-tacular 75-minute cruises screams Haunted Happenings Fun day or night…

When:

Thursdays-Mondays through October Times Vary

Location:

Mahi Cruises & Charters

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Haunted Movies on the Common: Paranorman

Come to a free showing of Paranorman on the common in Salem Massachusetts!

When:

Friday, October 21, 2022 5-8pm

Location:

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Haunted Movies on the Common: Hocus Pocus

Does a Witch deserve a second chance on Halloween? Find out in Salem!

When:

Friday, October 28, 2022 8-10pm

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Haunted Movies on the Common: Hocus Pocus 2

Grab a blanket and the kids and head over to Salem Common at dusk for an outdoor showing of some favorite family-friendly movies that will get you in the mood for a spooktacular Halloween! Join the City of Salem and Creative Collective on October 2, 2022, in an outdoor screening of Hocus Pocus 2 at the Salem Common, the very same park where Allison and Max walked to school in Hocus Pocus! Please note, the Salem Common is an outdoor venue and seating is not provided. We recommend bringing blankets, pillows, and hoodies. The Food Court will be open on the Common

When:

Friday, October 2, 2022 6-8pm

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Beverly Library Spring Book Sale

Our annual Friends' Spring Book Sale takes place at the main library from Saturday, Saturday March 25 through Saturday, March 1. The sale will be open daily during regular library hours: Mon.-Thurs., 9AM-9PM; Fri.

Where: Beverly Public Library

9:00 am to 5:00 pm

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Nature Walk Wednesdays | Signs of Spring

Miss Lisa invites you to join her for some family-friendly seasonal nature walks in the area. Together we will explore the salt marsh, the woods, and more. We will look for birds, mammals, and of course, mushrooms! We'll use our "science eyes" and "nature ears" and learn, play, and discover...

Where: Moseley Woods

10:00 am to 11:30 am

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Arts & Crafts for Little Ones with Colleen Apostolos

Certified Montessori teacher, artist and local mother, Colleen Apostolos-Marsh will guide your young artist in an exploration of color, shape, and texture. Using a variety of media, your child will be free to express their in a beautiful space while socializing and engaging in cooperative play....

10:30 am to 11:30 am

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LEGO Build at HW Library

Imagine, Create & Build a LEGO Masterpiece! Children can work independently or with others at this drop-in program, with time to share their creations with the group at the end of each session.

Where: Hamilton-Wenham Public Library

3:00 pm to 3:45 pm

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Kid Chess Meetup at APL

Students of chess in grades 4-6 are invited to play each other using chess clocks after school on Wednesdays. Boards, pieces, and clocks will be provided, but not instruction. Children who already know the game and some moves may play against each other. Competing pairs have one half hour to play....

Where: Abbot Public Library

3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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Safe Boating Class at Ipswich Town Hall

U.S. Coast Guard & Massachusetts State Approved Boating Safety Course - "Boat America". This is THE course to get you educated, safe, and ready for proper vessel operation as well as covering the lawful requirements as a boater. We're proud to present this nationally recognized boating safety...

Where: Ipswich Town Hall

6:30 pm to 9:00 pm

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Thursday, March 30

Beverly Library Spring Book Sale

Where: Beverly Public Library

9:00 am to 5:00 pm

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Thursday, March 30

Sing & Dance with the Music Man

Come join the fun at Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am for 30 - 45 minutes of great music with Brian Doser! Sing and dance with the Music Man during a family concert, featuring familiar and original tunes, performed by local dad and musician,...

Where: Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham

10:00 am to 10:45 am

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Thursday, March 30

Arts & Crafts for Little Ones with Colleen Apostolos

10:30 am to 11:30 am

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Thursday, March 30

LEGO Club at Danvers Library

Peabody Institute Library - Danvers invites kids to an afternoon of building and fun! Activities will include free build, themes and instructional design. All structures will remain on display in the Children’s Room till the following weeks's session

Where: Peabody Institute Library - Danvers

3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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Table Top RPG: Dungeons and Dragons

For grades 6-9. This program is registration only. If you are new to D&D and need help making a character sheet, please put so in your comments. Join the adventure guild and explore the Roaming Realms! All you need is your wit and a level 3 character sheet.

Where: Newburyport Public Library

3:30 pm to 4:45 pm

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Thursday, March 30

Minecraft Club at Amesbury Library

An informal weekly club for 10 - 14 year olds to play Minecraft together! Come explore this amazing creative world! Those new to Minecraft are welcome as instruction will be given by other experienced Minecrafters!

Where: Amesbury Public Library

4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

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Thursday, March 30

Make a Night Sky Painting with Pop-Up Art School

The Manchester Public Library invites kids, tweens and teens join Pop-Up Art School for a fun canvas painting event at the library. Follow along step-by-step to create a magical star-filled night sky with silhouettes of a hillside and trees. It's amazing what you can create with four colors and...

Where: Manchester Public Library

5:30 pm to 7:00 pm

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Friday, March 31

Annual Peep Show at MPL

Calling all ages! Create a diorama, using those deliciously sweet, marshmallow Peeps as your main characters. Let your imagination run to peeps as you illustrate your favorite book or movie. Bags of peeps are available at the library (while supplies last), or supply your own.

Where: Manchester Public Library

8:00 am to 5:00 pm

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