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D23 Announces Free ‘Hocus Pocus’ Screening in Salem
D23: The Official Disney Fan Club is teaming up with Creative Collective Salem for a spellbinding evening in the heart of Salem, Massachusetts. Presented by Huluween on Disney+, a complimentary outdoor screening of the 1993 class
ic Hocus Pocus will take place at Old Town Hall on September 24, 2026, as part of Salem’s milestone 400th anniversary year celebrations.
Whether you are a local resident or visiting the Witch City for the Halloween season, here is everything you need to know about this free community event.
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Event Overview & Screening Details
- Date: September 24, 2026
- Location: Old Town Hall (Salem, MA)
- Showtime: The movie begins as soon as it gets dark, approximately 8:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
- Admission: Free and open to the public. No advance registration is required. Viewing space is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Seating: Guests are encouraged to bring their own outdoor chairs and blankets for the lawn viewing area.
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Old Town Hall Food Court
Before the movie begins, attendees can visit the Old Town Hall Food Court. This indoor food marketplace will feature a selection of local and regional vendors serving sweet and savory dishes, seasonal specialties, and spooky Halloween treats. The food court will remain open up until showtime at 8:30 p.m.
Exclusive Photo Ops
Guests can strike their best witchy pose at two official photo locations—one set up outside Old Town Hall and one indoors. D23 encourages fans to post their photos online using the hashtag #D23Events and tagging @DisneyD23, @DisneyPlus, @HocusPocusDisney, and @creativecollectivema.
Haunted Happenings Marketplace
The event is held in coordination with the Haunted Happenings Marketplace, a downtown Salem circuit organized by Creative Collective. The marketplace showcases curated makers, local small businesses, food spots, and seasonal activations across the city throughout the Halloween season.
Something Wicked This Way Streams: Huluween on Disney+
The Salem screening highlights the return of Huluween on Disney+. Disney+ and Hulu bundle subscribers can access a massive lineup of Halloween originals, nostalgic films, and horror series this season, including:
- Seasonal Classics: Hocus Pocus (Rated PG) and Edward Scissorhands
- New & Returning Shows: Season two of Vampirina: Teenage Vampire, Coven Academy, FX’s American Horror Story: 13, and the Hulu Original Clown Panic
- Feature Films: Soulm8te and Hokum
- Curated Hubs: The official Halloween Collection on Disney+, featuring family-friendly specials, supernatural thrillers, and seasonal programming for fans of all ages.
Whether you gather under the stars at Old Town Hall or stream your seasonal favorites from home, this free screening offers a wickedly fun way to kick off the Halloween season during Salem’s historic 400th anniversary year.
