Salem Transforms Downtown Trick-Or-Treat Into 'Trick-Or-Turkey' Event

SALEM, MA — About two months after the annual Salem downtown trick-or-treat was canceled because of the September nor'easter, the city will host a "Trick or Turkey" makeup event at Sarah Parker Remond School next week.

The free community event will include elements of trick-or-treating with businesses, organizations and government offices giving away goodies to families that attend.

The event is set for Nov. 20 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Children are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes, though dressing up is optional.

All are welcome.

Attendees are also encouraged to bring a non-expired, shelf-stable Thanksgiving donation for the Salem Pantry

Participating organizations offering candy and giveaways will include:

• Salem 400+

• The Mayor’s Office

• Destination Salem

• The Salem Pantry

• Creative Collective

• Mazow McCullough

Other businesses or organizations interested in participating in "Trick or Turkey" should reach out to Jeremy Fiske at jfiske@salem.com.