No Halloween trip to Boston is complete without a visit to Salem, Massachusetts—just a 40-minute drive from the city. Known worldwide for the infamous 17th-century Salem witch trials, the town bursts to life every October with:

• •◦Underground tunnel tours and centuries-old jails
• •◦The Salem 1630 Pioneer Village and witch museums
• •◦Ghost tours through historic cemeteries
• •◦Occult shops like Crow Haven Corner and The Cauldron Black are both iconic stops for witchcraft enthusiasts

📍 Best time to visit: Mid to late October for peak Halloween events.

Step inside Seamark at Encore Boston Harbor and uncover Old Wives’ Tale, a tucked-away cocktail bar perfect for Halloween. Try the candy-colored Mrs. Lee Sloe Gin Fizz or the spiced Admiral’s Dream, both blending theatrical presentation with seasonal flavors — ideal for a stylish nightcap after exploring Boston.

Boston’s storied past is filled with ghostly legends and historic haunts:

• •◦Fort Warren on Georges Island (home to the Lady in Black)
• •◦King’s Chapel Burial Ground, one of the oldest cemeteries in the U.S.
• •◦Parkman House and Pilot House, each with spine-tingling stories
• •◦Boston Common, where witch trials once echoed through the trees

For the full experience, join a Ghosts & Gravestones walking tour, covering 400 years of haunted history, including the Omni Parker House and infamous burial grounds.

Boston’s Candlelight Concert Series transforms historic venues into spellbinding spaces filled with thousands of flickering candles. This Halloween, orchestras will perform haunting classics from:

• •◦The Nightmare Before Christmas
• •◦The Addams Family
• •◦Ghostbusters, plus classical and contemporary covers of Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Coldplay.

🕯️ Perfect for date night or a refined Halloween evening in Boston.

For those seeking an elevated party atmosphere, Mémoire Nightclub at Encore Boston Harbor hosts a two-night Halloween blowout:

• •◦October 24: DJ duo Different Font spins creative covers.
• •◦October 25: Boston favorite DJ Costa returns for a high-energy set.

Expect luxe VIP tables, a world-class sound system, and Encore’s signature hospitality.

Take a break from the scares with a Detox Massage at the Spa at Encore Boston Harbor, featuring:

• •◦A natural cactus bristle body brush
• •◦A massage with sea buckthorn, lemon, and juniper essential oils
• •◦Access to 19,000 square feet of serene spa space

💆 Available Monday –Thursday for $340 and Fri–Sun/holidays for $370.

New England takes haunted houses seriously. Top picks this season include:

• •◦Gallows Hill (Salem) – witch trial reenactments and after-hours ghost tours
• •◦Canobie Lake Park Screeemfest – weekends through Nov. 1
• •◦Barren’s Haunted Mansion – over 30 years of classic scares
• •◦Chambers of Terror – intimate candlelit ghost storytelling

🎃 Tip: Book tickets early; many haunted attractions sell out mid-October.

Boston’s historic cinemas get into the Halloween spirit all month long:

• •◦The Brattle Theatre in Harvard Square screens vintage and cult horror classics.
• •◦Coolidge Corner Theatre, a Massachusetts landmark since 1933, hosts weekend horror marathons.
• •◦Local AMCs offer late-night screenings on Halloween night (October 31).

🍿 Whether it’s The Shining or the latest horror blockbuster, Boston’s theaters provide the perfect eerie backdrop.

👻 Plan Your Boston Halloween Weekend

From Salem’s haunted streets to Encore Boston Harbor’s luxe escapes, Halloween in Boston 2025 is a spellbinding blend of history, culture, and seasonal fun. Book your haunted tours and spa treatments early, pack your costumes, and prepare for a chillingly good time in New England’s most historic city.