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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Cinco de Mayo Food Truck | Autentic Mexican Food | |
Friskie Fries | Topped fries | Vegetarian |
Trolley Dogs | All beef hot dogs | |
Zao Non Dairy Gelato Truck (SAT ONLY) | Non dairy gelato water frappes | Vegan |
Uncle Joey's Cannoli | Cannoli | Gluten Free |
Travelin' Bones BBQ | BBQ | Gluten Free |
Travelers on Tour | Spring rolls, veggie pot stickers, fried rice, noodle bowl, wraps, chicken tenders, Irish nachos, gluten free wrap option, | Vegetarian & Gluten Free |
Totally Nutz | Fresh squeezed lemonade made with only real fruit, strawberry, raspberry, limeade, lemon lime, mandarin, | Gluten Free |
The Lunch Box Concessions | Steak Sandwiches and Chicken Parm | None |
The Lobster Roller | Lobster rolls and clam chowder | Gluten Free |
The Cookie Monstah | Cookies & Ice cream | Gluten Free |
The Burrito Bowl | Tacos, burritos, bowls, loaded nachos, birria tacos, churros, homemade juices, soft drinks | Vegan |
Tandoor and Curry on Wheels | Indian food | Vegetarian |
Slush King | Italian sausage French fries chicken fingers fried dough lemonade slush cold drinks | Gluten Free |
SIP’N POUR fresh Squeezed Lemonade | Fresh Squeezed Lemonade and Fresh Brewed Ice Teas | None |
Sabrosa Venezuela | Arepas, Cachapas, Passion Fruit Juice, sodas. | Gluten Free |
Richie's Concessions 2 | Fried Dough Trailer serving: Fried Dough, Churros, Fried Oreos, Corn Dogs | Vegan |
Richie's Concessions | Ice Cream & Slush Food Truck serving: ice cream, Italian ice, sundaes, floats, mangonadas, lemonades, acai bowls | Vegan |
Pretty in Pink | Freshly squeezed lemonade | Gluten Free |
Potato Potato | Fries/tots | Gluten Free |
Piesons Pizza | Pizza | Vegetarian |
Mr. Petisco | Brazilian Street Food: Chicken Coxinha-Cheese Bread-Cheese Pastel-Ground Beef Pastel-Nutella Churros-Doce de Leite Churros | Vegetarian |
Cousins Maine Lobster | Maine lobster entrees | None |
Lobsta Love Food Truck | Lobster | Vegetarian |
Jerry’s Food Concessions | ||
Harbor Creamery | All homemade Ice Cream scoops, ice cream sandwiches, ice cream sundaes, and ice cream nachos | Gluten Free |
FYR Grill | Korean Beef Sliders, Jamaican Jerk Pork Sandwich, Beer Brats, Pretzel with Beer Cheese, FYR Fries, Chicken Tikka Kabobs | Vegetarian |
Egg Roll Evolution | Savory and Sweet Egg Rolls, Strawberry Lemonade | Vegetarian |
Crepe Shop | SAVORY AND SWEET CREPES + ICE CREAM | Vegetarian |
Cheese Louise | Grilled cheese sandwiches and beverage options | Vegetarian |
Cap'n Mike's Tiki Fleet | Smash Burgers, Hot Dogs, Lobster Rolls, Shaved Ice and Fries | Gluten Free |
Bird's Nest Italian Street Food | Italian Street Food | Vegetarian |
Berrysweets | Fresh Chocolate covered strawberries dipped in premium chocolates | Gluten Free |
Mac n Cheese Please Mobile | Mac n cheese | Vegetarian |
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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KEEP CHECKING BACK - MORE TO COME! | |
RexWraps | The biggest selection of stone stretchy bracelets (all hand strung in-house) and a killer selection of ethically sourced crystals, rocks, minerals and fossils. |
Occasionally Designed | Occasionally Designed brings a little magic, coastal charm, and a whole lot of personality to every piece we create |
Still Dead Illustrations | Her artwork focuses on witchy themes |
Ruby Jules Gifts | Fun charm earrings and hand crocheted pom pom hats and fuzzy headbands. Natural stone bracelets for men, women and children! |
Our Cheery Corner | Hand-tufted goods (car coasters, coasters, and phone grips) and DIY punch needle kits - hand-poured soy blend candles in recycled aluminum cans - realistic strawberry matcha latte candles - originally designed stickers, keychains, and magnets of cat and dog breeds - tote bags with original artwork (printed and pressed in-house/small batch) |
Ink By Olivia | Original hand-drawn art prints, stickers, and apparel |
Happy Girl Jewelry | I create colorful and pretty earrings, necklaces and spinning rings using hand hammered sterling silver, gold and vibrant raw gemstones. |
Endless Elegance | Permanent jewelry and handmade items |
DanamalArt | Airbrushed canvases, with coasters, skateboards, prints and whatever other kewl stuff I whip up :) |
CBD American Shaman of Plaistow | Hemp based health, wellness and recreational products |
Boston Brisket Works | Jerky |
Bonded Boutique | Permanent jewelry; bracelets, anklets, rings and charms |
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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TBA |
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!