Halloween Costume Events
Salem hosts a multitude of costume parties
during the week of Halloween.
In addition to the annual costume ball at the
Hawthorne Hotel, most downtown night spots
hold costume events and award prizes.
It's the time to unleash your fiendish creativity!
On Halloween Night, Salem is awash with
ghoulish creatures of every nightmarish variety!

October 21
Annual Monstah Smash Costume Gala
8pm - 12am
Nathaniel Silsbee House -94 Washington Square
“Party for a Cause”. Journeys of Hope welcomes you to its 3rd annual “Monstah Smash” Costume Gala to benefit programs for homeless young adults, ages 18-23 on the North Shore. Come join us for a night of spirits and libations along with food, music, psychics, auctions and more!   21+
JOHMA.org

October 22
Annual Children's Halloween Costume Party
12pm - 3pm  89 Margin St.
Ages 3-10.Come in costume, parade down the Essex Walking Mall. Compete for prizes at Artists Row behind Old Town Hall. Parade registration 11:00am and 11:45am on Salem Common. Parade starts at noon. Children's Halloween Costume Party from 1-3pm at 89 Margin St. for games and crafts. Admission: $10 for both events. In case of rain, parade will be at The Phoenix School.  

The Vampires' Masquerade Ball
8pm - 12:30am  Hawthorne Hotel
Indulge in a gothic evening of immortal sin and morbid lusts at Salem's darkest Halloween party! $500 Most provacative costume prize! FestivalOfTheDead.com

October 28
Salem Witches Halloween Ball "Lords of the Underworld"
7:30pm - 12:30am Hawthorne Hotel - 18 Washington Square

oin Christian Day and the Witches of Salem with musical guests Dragon Ritual Drummers and Kellianna for a night of magic at the event AOL® CityGuide rated one of America's top Halloween parties! Join us as in days of old when fires burned on every hilltop and Witches gathered to feast, rejoice, and cast spells for the new year!   FestivalOfTheDead.com

Zombie Prom at Vic's Boathouse
9:30pm  Victoria Station  86 Wharf Street Pickering Wharf

Arrive dressed in your goriest Zombie attire for the first annual Zombie Prom in honor of Salem's most celebrated holiday! Stay for the Ross Livermore Band. No Cover charge. Prom King & Queen awarded plus prizes!  978-745-3400
www.VictoriaStationSalem.com

Harry Potter Salem Halloween Ball
8pm Knights Of Columbus Hall   94 Washington Square East

DJs Alvis and Zombi will play Halloweeny/80s/Wrock/ Goth/Industrial/current dance music, photo opportunities, and full bar. Costume required (HP preferrable but any fabulous costume will do) All ages welcome, 21+ to drink (bring ID).
HP Salem Halloween Ball

October 29
Saturday Fright Fever Costume Ball
7:30pm-12:30am   Hawthorne Hotel  18 Washington Sq.
Three floors of costumed revelers enjoying food, dancing, Halloween-decor, and fun! Live music by HUSH in the Ballroom. DJs in the Library and Sophia's. Food everywhere. Complimentary photo session. Souvenir limited edition tee-shirt gift. Cash bars. Must be 21+ with ID. This is the biggest Halloween Ball in all of Halloween Central -- Salem, Massachusetts.
HawthorneHotel.com   21+    978.744.4080
 

Wicked Night on the Wharf
6pm - 12am  Salem Waterfront Hotel
Our DJ will be playing the latest hits all night long and our signature appetizers will be featured along with a cash bar. Costumes a must for our annual costume contest! Tickets should be purchased in advance.  978-740-8788
SalemWaterfrontHotel.com   21+  

Bridget Bishop's Costume Ball
8pm - Midnight   43 Church   -   43 Church Street
The Haunted Homestead will be rocking courtesy of DJ Emilita as party goers feast the night away on Great Eats, Tasty Treats, and Plenty of Ghoulish Cocktails. And of course Great prizes will be awarded for the most creative, and outrageous costumes – so dress to impress!    978-745-7665
43 Church   21+

Haunted Conductors Ball at Victoria Station
9pm  Victoria Station  86 Wharf Street
DJ and dancing, costume contest. No Cover Charge.
978-745-3400
www.VictoriaStationSalem.com   21+

October 31
20th Annual Temple of Nine Wells Samhain Magick Circle
4:30pm - 7:30pm  Gallows Hill Park
Join Rev. H.P. Richard Ravish GM and Rev. H.Ps. Gypsy Ravish WQ, the Priests & Priestesses of The Temple of Nine Wells, witches of all traditions & friends of the Craft at Gallows Hill Park for the largest City Wide Samhain Circle as we turn the Wheel of the Year. Meet at 88 Wharf St. at 4:30pm. 7:30pm walk back in commemorative candlelight procession. $5 suggested donation.
978.745.8668
  tnw-salem.org

Gulu-Gulu Costume Party with Walter Sickert & the Army of Broken Toys
8pm 247 Essex Street
Get your costume on and join the fun!
978-740-8882  www.Gulu-Gulu.com

Feast of Samhain
8pm - Midnight
Come join Witches from near and far, as we celebrate the Witches New Year. Partake in a sumptuous feast (check our website for menu), then step between the worlds as we create sacred space to honor those who have passed. Music will be provided by Tim & Vicky. $75.00 pp all proceeds go to local charities.
978-745-0065  www.WitchesEducationLeague.com

More to come!   We'll be updating as more events are announced - So keep checking back!

 

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