Do you enjoy unique RV adventures? Are you a fan of all things scary, spooky, and supernatural? If you answered yes to these questions, your perfect fall road trip is a visit to Salem Haunted Happenings.

Since 1982, Salem Haunted Happenings has entertained people with family-friendly fun and activities. The annual “Witch City” adventure, which started as a weekend festival, has grown into a month-long celebration. Halloween enthusiasts the world over visit Salem to enjoy shopping, live music, as well as food and “spirits.”

This festival is the perfect destination for a fall road trip. You can celebrate Halloween in style while enjoying New England’s spectacular autumn beauty. A Grand Parade, artisan vendors, ghost tours, and haunted houses are a few of the many attractions offered at Haunted Happenings.

So, pack up the RV and head for Salem. There are numerous RV parks within 50 miles of Salem and RV parking at the event. Be sure to plan ahead for the most convenient parking accommodations.

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Festival Highlights

Whether you’re traveling solo or with friends or family, you’ll find plenty of spooky, scary, and even historical activities. To get you started, here is a list of the most popular attractions.

Ghost Tours
Who doesn’t love a creepy ghost? You can find a ghoulish variety of ghost tours in Salem. Haunted houses, castles, and prisons await. The abandoned asylum and orphanage tour includes free entry to Newsham Scream Park. If you’re a history buff, you’ll enjoy seeing the sites of the infamous witch trials.

Salem Witch Museum
Your trip to Salem would be incomplete without a visit to the Salem Witch Museum. Learn the history of the witch trials and explore the legacy of witchcraft through the centuries. Don’t overlook a visit to the Salem Witch House. This is the home of Judge Jonathan Corwin, who served on the Superior Court at the time of the trials.

Witch’s Cottage
For immersive theater lovers, the Witch’s Cottage offers live performances that reenact scenes from the witch trials. Many visitors who have had the opportunity to see these productions feel that this is one of the best attractions at the festival.

Costume Parades and Contests
Dressing in costume is a huge part of any Halloween festival. The Haunted Happenings Grand Parade occurs early in October, but there are plenty of costume contests throughout the month for both children and adults. Don’t miss the Heaven and Hell Ball and the Good Witch of Salem’s Character Breakfast. Bring your favorite spooky outfit!

Salem Commons
A great place to relax and soak up the atmosphere right in the heart of the city is Salem Commons. You’ll find a mix of food vendors, live music, artisan jewelry, and family-friendly activities.

Nearby Attractions

Of course, Salem is the highlight of your trip, but there are plenty of other places worth visiting. Having the comfort and flexibility of an RV makes it easy to enjoy attractions in the surrounding areas.

The following areas are worth a visit.

Rockport, MA
This charming coastal town is only 40 minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the festivities. A beautiful harbor, scrumptious seafood restaurants, and gorgeous art galleries make for a relaxing day.

Boston, MA
No trip to this area is complete without a visit to Boston, famous for its history and culture. History buffs will enjoy visiting the Freedom Trail, exploring the Boston Tea Party Museum, or shopping at Faneuil Hall Marketplace.

Concord, MA
Concord is best known for its role in the American Revolutionary War. It was also the home of great American essayists, Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau. While you’re there, enjoy a stroll around Walden Pond or visit the Old North Bridge.

Plymouth, MA
While you’re in Plymouth, don’t miss the Plimoth Patuxet Museums, located about an hour from Salem. These stunning museums recreate the lives of the Pilgrims and the Indigenous Wampanoag people in the 17th century.

Conclusion

There’s so much to do at Salem Haunted Happenings. Visit a scary haunted house or a historical museum. Maybe you’d like to discover what the future holds at a psychic fair. When you’ve had your fill of thrills and chills, jump into your RV and drive a short distance to enjoy fascinating historical attractions.

So, gather the family, pack the RV, and head for New England. And, don’t forget your spookiest costume!