Salem, Massachusetts, attracts global tourists for Halloween season

Salem, Massachusetts, known as ‘Witch City,’ has transformed from the site of the infamous 1692 witch trials into a major global destination for supernatural and Halloween enthusiasts. During the autumn ‘Spooky Season,’ the city hosts Salem Haunted Happenings, described as the largest Halloween festival in the world.

Visitors participate in various activities, including ghost tours led by local historians, visits to museums such as the Witch House and the Count Orlok’s Nightmare Gallery, and themed workshops. The city’s historical background, involving the accusations of over 200 people and the conviction of 33 individuals during the New England witch trials, remains a central part of its identity and tourism draw.