We've almost arrived at the spookiest time of the year, and we couldn't be more excited here at North End Mazda. Halloween is a favorite holiday for many Americans young and old, and communities throughout the country celebrate with a range of festivities. Here in Boston, Massachusetts, Halloween is one of the biggest holidays of the year, and the area is known for being one of the eeriest in the nation due to its long history and association with nearby Salem.
If you're looking for a way to celebrate the season, there are a variety of great events in and around Boston that you should check out. Keep reading to learn about three of our favorite Halloween events in Boston and what makes them so fun, and you'll be getting spooky in no time.
Ghosts and Gravestones Tour
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The Ghosts and Gravestones Tour is a classic Boston attraction that allows natives and tourists alike to explore the eeriest parts of Boston's long history. As one of the oldest cities in the U.S., Boston has its fair share of notorious murders, spooky happenings, and terrifying ghost stories. While the Ghosts and Gravestones Tour operates year round, Halloween is the perfect time to immerse yourself in Boston's haunted past.
Visitors will ride through town on the Trolley of Terror, a vintage-styled bus that carries them around some of the scariest historic sites in old Boston. During their moonlight ride, they'll be guided by a gruesome gaggle of actors dressed as the undead. These terrifying tour guides regale the trolley riders with some of the best ghost stories from Boston's history.
On the tour, visitors will take midnight walks through some of Boston's oldest grave sites, including King's Chapel Burying Ground, Copp's Hill Burying Ground, and the Granary Burying Ground. They'll also have the chance to explore Boston's most haunted hotel, the Omni Parker House, and view Boston Common, where criminals were executed long ago.
If you're interested in taking this fantastic tour, make sure to buy tickets and make a reservation ahead of time. The trolley fills up quick, so plan your visit as soon as possible. The first ride of the night starts at 6 p.m. each evening and lasts for approximately one hour and 30 minutes. If you're looking for some chills this holiday season, the Ghosts and Graveyards Tour is sure to fit the bill. Call 866-754-9136 for availability. The tour begins beside the Marriott Long Wharf Hotel at 200 Atlantic Ave., on the corner of State Street.
Witch's Woods Haunted Hayride and Halloween Screampark
If you're looking for a truly terrifying Halloween experience, Witch's Woods might be just the spot for you. Witch's Woods is a seasonal theme park that opens every year on the last day of September. If you're interested, make sure to buy your tickets soon, as spots can fill up quickly. Please save your costumes and makeup for parties and trick-or-treating, as they aren't allowed in the park. Located in the eerie autumn forests at the Nashoba Valley Ski Area, Witch's Woods has a wide variety of spooky attractions to enjoy, including:
Haunted Hayride
The Haunted Hayride is a terrifying twist on a classic autumn activity. Visitors ride through Witch's Woods on a special hayride tractor, arms and legs exposed to the terrifying spirits and monsters that haunt the surrounding forest. Along the way, they'll encounter witches, ghouls, ghosts, werewolves, and other supernatural horrors that haunt the area. If you're looking for a way to revel in the terrifying spirit of Halloween, look no further than the Haunted Hayride.
Vampire Passage
Vampire Passage takes daring visitors through a part of Witch's Woods haunted by a legendary vampire and her minions. Along the walk, you'll encounter the terrifying sights and sounds of the woods as you strive toward the safety of the exit.
Castle Morbid
Castle Morbid is a gloriously gothic example of the haunted house genre. As you stumble through the ruins of the ancient castle, you'll face spirits who cast spells of confusion, as well as a range of other supernatural horrors.
3D Keeper's Crypt
The 3D Keeper's Crypt is another of the terrifying courses that you can navigate at Witch's Woods. During the Crypt adventure, visitors will face a range of spooky animated characters, including everyone's worst nightmare, clowns.
Horrorwood Chamber of Chills
The Chamber of Chills is a spooky attraction open to all visitors, even those who don't have admission tickets. In this walk-through, visitors will see highlights from all of their favorite horror movie stars with unique twists.
Jack-o'-Lantern Jamboree
The final attraction at Witch's Woods is the Jack-o'-Lantern Jamboree. Visitors to this exhibit will see a spectacular array of professionally carved pumpkins depicting classic Halloween themes and horror movie icons. All of these jack-o'-lanterns are illuminated brightly for maximum effect. Like the Chamber of Chills, this attraction is also open to all visitors.
Boo! on Beacon Hill
The Boo! tour is a classic Halloween walking tour hosted by Boston By Foot. This event has been going on for over 30 years and explores some of the spookiest parts of Boston history. It takes place in the beautiful and historic Beacon Hill area that completely transforms to celebrate the season. As you walk, tour guides will tell you stories of haunting, mystery, and murder to immerse you more deeply in the eerie history of Boston.
That's a quick roundup of some of the best Halloween events in and around Boston this October. While these events are great, we know that we couldn't possibly include all the festivities that Bostonians celebrate this fall. If you live in the area, feel free to reach out and tell us about your favorite events and why you love them. We may even add them to this list.
If you're in the market for a fantastic new vehicle this fall, or if your current car needs maintenance so it can get you to all the fun events this Halloween, be sure to keep North End Mazda in mind for all your automotive needs.
