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How to spend a spooky day in Salem, MA
People walking down main street in Salem, Massachusetts.
Roughly 500,000 people visit Salem in October each year. | Photo by @salemflea
Are you one of the many Bostonians planning a day trip to Witch City this month? Don’t get spooked by the crowds — here’s a quick guide to making the most out of your Salem soiree.

How to get there:
We recommend taking the train to avoid the scariest thing of all (searching for parking amidst road closures).

Hop on the Commuter Rail at North Station with a $10 weekend pass, or take the ferry from Long Wharf ($45 round-trip for adults).

What to see:
First, consult the handy dandy Salem Haunted Happenings Map for an overview of the attractions. Then, make sure you hit these top three experiences.

The Witch House, 310 Essex St.
Also known as the Jonathan Corwin House, the striking black home belonged to a judge during the witch trials.

Pumpkins outside of the Ropes Mansion in Salem, Massachusetts

Don’t miss the Hocus Pocus recreation at the Ropes Mansion.

Photo by @andy_mutti

The Salem Witch Museum, 19 1/2 North Washington St.
Learn more of about the infamous witch trials through a detailed look at the events of 1692 + an exhibit called “Witches: Evolving Perceptions.”

Haunted Happenings Marketplace, Salem Common
Shop along the Common and other locations downtown during the final three weekends of October. There will be street performers, pop-up murals + photo stations.

If time allows, take a trolley tour or walking tour to get your bearings and visit a psychic.

Where to eat + drink:

☕ Gulu Gulu Cafe — for a cuppa coffee or breakfast all day
🌼 The Roof — for tacos and other bites from above
đŸȘ Goodnight Fatty — for cookies to curb your sweet tooth
🍕 Flying Saucer Pizza Company — for ‘za from the Slice Tent
đŸș Notch Brewing — for a brew or two at the biergarten

What else to know:

If you decide to drive, use the satellite parking lot + take a free weekend shuttle downtown.

The Common hosts free movie nights with spooky selections like ParaNorman.

Not into the official tours? Set off on your own adventure finding Hocus Pocus filming spots.
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Today
  • Beetlejuice - Friday Night at the Movies | Fri., Oct. 7 | 7-9:30 p.m. | The Loring Greenough House, 12 South Street, Boston | $5.00 - $7.00 | Catch the free movie night in Jamaica Plain — featuring Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice.
  • Improv Asylum Main Stage Show | Fri., Oct. 7 - Sat., Nov. 26 | 10 p.m. | Improv Asylum, 216 Hanover Street, Boston | $32.00 - $35.00 | Laugh along during a 90-minute performance, which blends improv + sketch comedy.
Saturday, October 8
  • Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Swift Inspired Dance Party | Sat., Oct. 8 | 8 p.m. | Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub, 472-480 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge | $25.00 | If you’re ready for this Swiftie dance party in Cambridge, there will be a costume contest + plenty of lip synching.
  • World’s Greatest Yard Sale | Sat., Oct. 8 - Sun., Oct. 9 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Vivant Vintage, 318 Lincoln St., Allston | Price of purchase | Browse hundreds of fall pieces at the Allston vintage store.
  • Cambridge Foundry Opening Celebration | Sat., Oct. 8 - Mon., Oct. 10 | Hours vary | Cambridge Foundry, 101 Rogers Street, Cambridge | Free | The new Cambridge center is hosting community art making, line dance lessons + STEAM workshops throughout the weekend.
Sunday, October 9
  • Drag Bingo | Sun., Oct. 9 | 6-8 p.m. | Time Out Market, 401 Park Drive, Boston | Free | Register online for an hour-long bingo bonanza at the Fenway market — the Queens take the stage at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, October 12
  • 5th Harvest Party | Wed., Oct. 12 | 5:30-10 p.m. | Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St, Boston | $75.00 - $500.00 | Enjoy dinner or bites from local food entrepreneurs, craft libations featuring local spirits + live music.

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Weather
  • 75Âș | Partly cloudy | 10% chance of rain
  • Jack Frost could be paying a visit to the suburbs — just north and west of Boston — on Saturday. This would put the first frost of the season right on schedule. ❄ (CBS Boston)
Eat
  • Clover Food Lab is now open in Assembly Row + offering “pay what you want” pricing today only from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Proceeds from the vegetarian eatery’s sales will go toward the Mystic River Watershed Association. (Eater Boston)
Outdoors
  • The Boston Parks and Recreation Department has been awarded $400,000 to fund the reconstruction of O’Day Playground at 75 West Newton St. in the South End. Once completed in May 2024, there will be renovated basketball courts, an inclusive children’s play area + exercise equipment.
Civic
  • The Boston City Council unanimously approved a pay raise plan for city government employees. The mayor’s salary would increase to $250,000 and a city councilor’s salary would reach $125,000 — the measure is awaiting Mayor Wu’s approval. (7 News)
  • Fenway Park will be one of the city’s early voting locations for the State Election. Head to the baseball park’s third base concourse on Sat., Oct. 29 or Sun., Oct. 30 to cast your ballot — find more early voting information + locations. đŸ—łïž (7 News)
Arts
  • The second annual ArtProvincetown returns to the Cape Cod town this weekend. Take a drive (or ferry) to P-town for exhibitions, receptions, parties, a marketplace, live music + a queer music festival.
Shop
  • The 10th season of The Current at the Seaport kicks off today. Head to the retail incubator at 100 Seaport Blvd. to shop clothing from 7uice (created by Celtics player Jaylen Brown), accessories from Mure + Grand, and beauty projects from Sleepy Tie. đŸ›ïž
Sports
  • Dennis Eckersley officially retired as an NESN broadcaster after the final Red Sox season game on Wednesday. Read about his plans after 50 years in professional baseball commentary. ⚟ (Boston.com)
Film
  • The Boston Asian American Film Festival’s 2022 schedule is out now. See the lineup for films at the Brattle Theatre + Emerson Paramount Theatre (Oct. 20-23) and the virtual shorts program (Oct. 21-31). đŸŽ„
Travel
  • Conde Nast recently listed Alexandria, VA as one of the top small cities in the US. We couldn’t agree more, and think that this historic town is the perfect place for a last-minute fall getaway. Be sure to stroll around Old Town, visit Gadsby’s Tavern, and stay in this luxuriously restored loft.*
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The Skywalk Observatory at the Prudential Center is becoming View Boston, a revamped three-floor observation deck offering 360-degree views of the city.

Opening sometime next year, the Boston Properties project will feature immersive exhibits that put visitors in the driver’s seat.Think: customized itineraries of what to do in the city based on your travel interests, thanks to a collaboration with the Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau.

You might remember the previous tenant that sat atop The Pru — Top of the Hub — which closed in 2020 after 54 years in business.

We can look forward to looking down from the building’s first-ever outdoor spaces, a bistro on the 50th floor + a cocktail lounge on the 51st floor.
THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by City Editor Sara.

Editor’s pick: As one of the thousands of people who will be flocking to Salem this month, allow me to share a couple more recommendations.

Browse the shelves at Wicked Good Books on Essex Street + get tickets to the Peabody Essex Museum, one of the oldest museums in America.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Ride toward all the details on Massachusetts’ e-bikes legislation.
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