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Lanterns in the Woods

Friday, October 9 at 6:30 PM

Lanterns in the Woods

at Salem High School

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The 14th annual Lanterns in the Woods (previously Lanterns in the Village) moves to a new location this year: the woods behind Salem High School, 77 Willson Street, near the lower field and fieldhouse. Stroll a path lit by jack-o-lanterns while listening to spooky stories — flashlights optional. Four 45-minute viewing times each night between 6:30 and 9:30 PM; book your time with your ticket. Fall refreshments, free parking, and it is on the Haunted Happenings shuttle route. Rain or shine. Tickets $15; children 3 and under free. A fundraiser for Collins Middle School — 100% of the proceeds support the students.

Ends
Friday, October 9 at 9:30 PM
Tickets / event page
www.eventbrite.com/e/1993692016490 →

October in Salem

This event lands in Haunted Happenings season — Salem's month-long Halloween festival. Also worth planning around: