Ghosts of Christmas Past: A Haunted Holiday Stroll Step into Salem’s haunted holiday history with Ghosts of Christmas Past: A Haunted Holiday Stroll, a captivating 2-hour walking tour that blends Victorian ghost stories, ancient Yuletide traditions, and Salem’s fascinating relationship with Christmas—from Puritan bans making it illegal to celebrate, to the ghostly tales once told around Victorian firesides. Presented by … Read More
From Happy Accident to Holiday Tradition: The Witch City Wicks Story
Some of the best businesses start as happy accidents—a creative hobby that unexpectedly transforms into something magical. That’s precisely how Witch City Wicks came to be, and thirteen years later, this gothic candle company has become an essential part of Salem’s downtown charm and a driving force behind the city’s holiday celebrations. As a Premium Partner in this year’s Holiday … Read More
Holiday Happenings: Salem’s Next Magical Season Starts Soon!
Your complete guide to holiday shopping, festive events, and seasonal magic in downtown Salem The leaves have fallen, the jack-o’-lanterns are packed away, and something new is stirring in downtown Salem. This isn’t just another holiday season—it’s the inaugural year of Holiday Happenings, your one-stop guide to everything that makes Salem magical from late November through New Year’s. Think of … Read More