Salem Haunted Happenings Parade 2025 Volunteers

The 2025 Haunted Happenings Grand Parade is presented by Prime Group Shetland Park, Salem Witch Museum, St. Jeans Credit Union, & The House of the Seven Gables
Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering for the Parade on Thursday, October 2nd!! We are looking for ~50 volunteers to assist us between 5:00PM and 8:30PM. Please share with any friends/family who may want to help support this cherished community event.
  • Volunteers will be assigned to either help coordinate the lineup at Shetland Park, attend the pedestrian crossing areas along the route, or keep the audience from going beyond the safety barriers.
  • All volunteers are asked to attend a Volunteer Coordination Meeting at the Salem Police Station on Tuesday, September 30th at 2PM. We will discuss event details, day-of logistics, & parade safety. Looking to volunteer but cannot attend the meeting? Email Jeff@salem-chamber.org.
  • Volunteers will be provided an orange "Volunteer" T-Shirt to wear while volunteering (and to keep afterwards)!
  • Email Jeff@salem-chamber.org or call the Chamber office at 978-744-0004 if you have any questions or want to learn more before signing up.
  • Parade Day Info: On parade day (Thurs, Oct 2), all volunteers are asked to meet us at the entrance to Shetland Park (27 Congress Street) by 5:00PM where you will be given your assignment for the evening and orange "Volunteer" t-shirt which you can wear over your outfit.
Lastly – We extend a massive, heartfelt THANK YOU for your help and time in supporting us host the traditional kickoff of Haunted Happenings!

Jeff Swartz
Executive Director
Salem Chamber of Commerce
Jeff@salem-chamber.org
978-744-0004 ext. 116
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2.Email Address
3.Phone Number
4.Preferred T-Shirt Size
5.Are you comfortable giving clear and confident directions to others (e.g., telling people where to go or what to do) - including speaking loudly when needed in a busy or noisy environment?
6.Are you able to attend the Parade Volunteer Coordination Meeting on Tuesday, September 30th at 2PM at the Salem Police Station (95 Margin Street)?