Salem Common
N Washington Square
Salem, MA 01970
Salem
Food Truck & Craft
Beverage Festival
September 19 & 20
Saturday & Sunday
11 AM - 6 PM
FREE Entry to the festival!
FTFA is bringing the ULTIMATE food truck and craft beverage experience to Salem for the 7th year, kicking off the city’s spooky Halloween season in the best way possible! 🎃👻
Prepare your taste buds for MOUTHWATERING dishes from some of the area’s most popular food trucks! Indulge in Mac n Cheese, Cookie & Ice Cream Sandwiches, bold Venezuelan flavors, and Wood-fired Pizza that’s hot and fresh—each bite more bewitching than the last! 🍔🍕🍦
Sink your teeth into Smashburgers, BBQ, rich Coffee, Chocolate-Covered Strawberries, and the freshest Seafood. Craving something sweet? Try Bubble Tea, Sweet & Savory Crepes, Handmade Sopapillas, and Topped Gourmet Fries—no need to worry, they’re all magically delicious. 🍟🦞🍓
Sushi Handrolls, Middle Eastern Cuisine, and Whoopie Pies await to satisfy your cravings in the most spellbinding way! 🌯🍰
And to wash it all down, we’ve got local, regional, and national brews, plus craft cocktails that’ll keep you feeling spirited all day long! 🍻🍹
Come kick off Salem’s Halloween season with unforgettable food, drinks, and spooky vibes—it’s sure to be a day full of hauntingly good times!
Festival Map
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The Food
Food Truck | Menu | Dietary Options |
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Sweet Crunch Tanghulu | Tanghulu | Gluten Free |
The Whole Shebang | Soft Serve Filled Croissants, DOLE WHIP, Dirty Sodas, Espresso Whipped Lattes, Graze Boxes | GF, Vegan and Vegetarian |
Snacks Box Boston | Waffles, Pretzels, Ice Cream, Coffee | Vegan |
Rocco's Doughnut Company | Specialty Doughnuts | Gluten Free |
Bees And Thank you LC | Grilled Cheese and Specialty Sandwiches | Gluten Free |
Eloti | Mexican street corn, churros, mangonada (mango slush with chili), birria ramen, chilaquiles style nachos, homemade aguas frescas drinks | Vegetarian |
La Piñata Taquería | Tacos burritos quesadillas cantina bowls | Vegetarian |
Yumtastic Yum Yum | Freshly Made Fried Dough, Fried Oreo, Fresh Squeezed Lemonade, Fresh Squeezed Lemonade Slushie | Vegetarian |
Sweet Bubble | Bubble Tea | None |
Braised Food Truck (SUN ONLY) | Braised Rice Bowls, Braised Tacos, Braised topped Mac and Cheese | Gluten Free |
The Whoo(pie) Wagon | Whoopie Pies, Cookie Stacks, Iced Lemonade, Bottled Water, Ice Cream Stuffed, Whoofies (for the pups) | Gluten Free |
The Perky Turkey | Thanksgiving style sandwiches, turkey legs | Gluten Free |
The Brews
Brewery | Brewery Location |
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Couch Dog | |
East Regiment Beer Co. | |
Far From The Tree | |
Mixed Up Cocktails | |
Lord Hobo | |
Sam Adams | |
Long Drink | |
90+ Cellars | |
Alcolo | |
NOCA |
The Artisans
🎃 The festival features local and regional artisans offering handcrafted goods and spooky, packaged food products—perfect for treating yourself or taking home a bewitching souvenir! 🕸️
Artisan | Products |
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Ellie Jade Co | I design, create and sell t-shirts, sweatshirts, cups, stickers, and stationery and source other accessories like hair clips. |
Ramyinn's Snackbar | I’m an artist that specializes in using watercolor to create cute and tasty looking art |
Nicely Jewelry | Nicely is a woman-owned handmade jewelry brand that blends boho-chic style with celestial inspiration, offering thoughtfully crafted pieces that are both beautiful and meaningful |
The Oaken Olive | Embroidered decorative items - hoops, dis towels, coasters, key fobs, hoodies, tote bags Sublimation - tumblers, wind spinners, 3d printed- ice cream pint holders, fidgets, soap holders |
Rebel Clay Co. | Handmade polymer clay jewelry, book marks, keychains, magnets, badge reels, and more. |
Angelascreativenook | Crochet plushies and clothing |
Wicked Cool Shades | Wood frame sunglasses and kitchen cutlery from Flint and Flame |
Kimmie's Kreations | Wood Crafts - Signs, Cribbage Boards, Earrings, Jewelry Boxes |
Celebrate Great Moments | I create handmade and personalized accessories designed to be both functional and meaningful. My product line includes bookmarks, keychains, tote bags, and tumblers, each carefully crafted with attention to detail and a focus on quality and creativity. |
The Whole Knit and Kaboodle (SAT ONLY) | Handmade crochet and original art |
Knotty Witches | Soy Candles And Soaps |
Notso Kitty (SAT ONLY) | Items for cats and cat lovers; cat toys, cat costumes, cat figurines, themed-stickers and postcards |
Hot Sauce Spot
🔥 Get ready for the best New England hot sauces around! 🌶️ Bring home your favorite from the festival, and let these fiery flavors haunt your taste buds long after the event! 🎃🔥
Sauces |
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KEEP CHECKING BACK - MORE TO COME! |
Satanic Hot Sauce |
The Experience
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🎶 Check out our FOODIE TUNES with LIVE music TBA and let the rhythm cast a spell over you!
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🍴 Satisfy your cravings with spooktacular cuisines from dozens of food trucks serving up delicious bites for every taste!
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🍻 Sip on local craft beers, domestic brews, and other wickedly good beverages that will keep you refreshed all day!
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🎁 Unearth the perfect gift for yourself or your loved ones in the Artisan Market—bewitching finds await!
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🌞 Bring your friends, family, lawn chairs, and blankets, and soak in the sun for a day filled with magical memories and hauntingly good fun!
FAQ
General Info
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🎃 FREE Admission to join in on the fun—no tricks, just treats!
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☔ The event runs rain or shine, so come prepared for whatever spooky weather may arise!
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🍺 Beer Packages are available online only—grab yours before the festival begins!
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👨👩👧👦 This event is family-friendly—perfect for little ghouls and goblins of all ages!
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💳 Cash & Credit accepted at most vendors, so you’re all set to treat yourself!
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🏦 ATMs are lurking at Eastern Bank at Pickering Wharf and Salem 5 on the pedestrian mall for your convenience.
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🪑 Lawn Chairs are welcome and recommended for a cozy, chilling experience under the stars!
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🍻 Beer closes a half hour before the festival ends—don’t miss your chance to grab that last spooky sip! 🎃👻
Ticket Policy
🚫 No refunds on beer tickets or online beer packages—once you’ve got them, they’re yours to enjoy! 🍻
Travel & Parking
🚗 Street parking fills up fast, so be prepared! We recommend using public transit or a nearby parking garage for the best experience. 👻
Travel Options:
🚙 Drive and park in a nearby parking garage: salem.org
🚖 Uber/Lyft or Taxi for a quick ride
🚋 Public Transit via the MBTA – check out the route options: salem.org
Facilities
🚽 There will be plenty of porta potties on-site for all guests
Dog Policy
🐾 Good vibes, great food… and dogs? Yup, leashed pups are welcome!