Portsmouth Halloween & Things to Do 2026
Your complete guide to the best halloween in Portsmouth and surrounding areas
Portsmouth becomes a spooky wonderland during Halloween 2026 with spooky activities, fall festivals, and spooky season entertainment around its popular neighborhoods. Ghosts on the Banke uses the city’s historic character to create memorable atmosphere, while Applecrest Farm Fall Harvest Festival and Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival add food, color, and community warmth. The waterfront and old streets make a natural setting for exploration. Look for glowing lights, haunted attractions, and seasonal activities that work equally well for groups, families, and curious first-time visitors.
Find the best Portsmouth Halloween happenings this year!
Browse Halloween Near Portsmouth by Category
Family-Friendly Fall Activities
Hundreds of curated vendors in Salem's Halloween celebration.
Haunted Experiences
Over 1,500 hand-carved jack-o'-lanterns on a woodland trail.
Food, Drink, and Parties
Unlimited craft beer and chili samples
Unique & Unusual
Explore exclusive haunted locations and hear untold stories.
Editor's Picks
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Ghosts of the Howard Street Cemetery Tour
(Salem)
Explore exclusive haunted locations and hear untold stories.
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Salem Witch Museum
(Salem)
Immersive stage sets depicting the 1692 witch trials.
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Salem Haunted Happenings Merchant Marketplace
(Salem)
Hundreds of curated vendors in Salem's Halloween celebration.
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Festival of the Dead
(Salem)
Salem's annual exploration of death's mysteries and rituals.
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Haunted Happenings Grand Parade
(Salem)
Grand parade kicking off Halloween season
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Halloween on the Hill
(Beverly)
Over 1,500 hand-carved jack-o'-lanterns on a woodland trail.
Portsmouth Halloween Events Map
See every Halloween event, haunted attraction, and pumpkin patch on one map.
