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‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Filming Locations: Why the Sequel Shot in Rhode Island Instead of Salem
The Sanderson sisters are again in Hocus Pocus 2, which is now streaming on Disney+. However the place, precisely, are they returning to?
To Salem, after all! Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy are again as Winnie, Sarah, and Mary Sanderson, who’re as soon as once more unintentionally summoned to present-day Salem, Massachusetts on Halloween night time. It’s been 29 years, however these witches are nonetheless craving a feast of youngsters, and it’s as much as a brand new era of youngsters to cease them.
Hocus Pocus 2 is each bit as foolish, spooky, and fun-loving as the primary movie. However as nice as it’s to see these iconic witches again in Salem, you may be questioning as you watch: Is that actually Salem?
Learn on to search out out extra in regards to the Hocus Pocus 2 filming areas, and discover out why Hocus Pocus 2 didn’t movie in Salem.
WHERE WAS HOCUS POCUS 2 FILMED?
You’ll be able to’t get these spooky New England vibes from a Hollywood backlot—Hocus Pocus 2 was filmed on location in Rhode Island. (That is even supposing the movie takes place in Salem, Massachusetts. Possibly the Massachusetts tax breaks aren’t as beneficiant as Rhode Island’s!)
In accordance with a neighborhood Newport information website, Hocus Pocus 2 started filming in Rhode Island on October 18, 2021. The set for the scenes that happen within the 1600s was constructed on Chase Farm Park in Lincoln, Rhode Island.
Most of the modern-day scenes had been filmed in Windfall, Rhode Island. In accordance with The Boston Globe, that included scenes shot on Atwells Avenue—particularly, the Roma Ristorante car parking zone, a nook bakery, and a market. There have been additionally scenes shot the Historic Cranston Road Armory.
For the college scenes, the personal Catholic Excessive Faculty La Salle Academy was reportedly used. And for these spooky cemetery scenes through which Doug Jones reprised his position as Billy Butcherson? Effectively, that was the native Carpenter Cemetery in Rumford, East Windfall.
And, after all, a big portion of the movie takes place at a giant Halloween competition in Salem—that was really Washington Sq. in Newport, Rhode Island, which obtained the total spooky competition makeover.
DID HOCUS POCUS 2 FILM IN SALEM?
No. Whereas the primary Hocus Pocus was filmed in Salem, the sequel was shot in Rhode Island. In accordance with The Brown Each day Herald, the Hocus Pocus 2 manufacturing was initially scheduled to movie in Salem, however that modified when director Adam Shankman stepped down as director and was changed by Anne Fletcher in April 2021.
Cinematographer Elliot Davis informed The Brown Each day Herald that the rationale for the change was that “the director loves Windfall, she shot right here a pair occasions … and Disney loves the town.”
Hey, New England is New England, proper? Absolutely there have been loads of witches burned on the stake in Rhode Island.
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Lara Trump enjoys paddleboarding in orange bikini during summer vacation in Rhode Island
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Lara Trump was all smiles as she showed off her toned figure while paddleboarding in Rhode Island.
During the outing, the “My View with Lara Trump” host was accompanied by her husband, Eric Trump.
Lara Trump enjoyed a paddleboarding outing with her husband Eric Trump in Rhode Island on Tuesday. (TMZ)
According to the outlet, the couple had members of the Secret Service with them.
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Eric, the son of President Donald Trump, and Lara tied the knot in 2014.
Lara Trump enjoyed an outing with her husband in Rhode Island. (Getty Images)
Earlier this year, Lara’s sister-in-law, Ivanka Trump, showed off her surfing skills while enjoying a family beach vacation to celebrate the Easter holiday.
Ivanka Trump impressed while surfing in Costa Rica. (Backgrid)
Ivanka, 43, shared photos of herself surfing in Costa Rica and gave fans a glimpse into the family trip with husband Jared Kushner, Joshua Kushner and his wife, model Karlie Kloss.
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“Grateful doesn’t begin to cover it. Spending Passover and Easter week surrounded by the raw beauty of Costa Rica was a gift beyond words,” she wrote on X.
“Time slowed. We surfed under golden skies, zipped through the jungle canopy, leapt into cool waterfalls, read until the sun dipped low, and surrendered to stillness and deep sleep.”
“Time slowed. We surfed under golden skies, zipped through the jungle canopy, leapt into cool waterfalls, read until the sun dipped low, and surrendered to stillness and deep sleep.
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“But more than the adventure, this week was about reconnecting – with the Earth, with faith, and with one another. Logging off and tuning in.
Ivanka Trump shared her gratitude for celebrating Easter in Costa Rica this year. (Brennan Asplen/Getty Images)
“Grounding in nature’s rhythm. Feeling the sacred in the silence, in the laughter of my children, in the breath of the trees,” Ivanka concluded.
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Get groovy under the disco lights at The Providence Rink from now until October 31st.
Disco is back and better than ever—roller disco, that is. The Providence Rink will be hosting roller-skating nights from now until October 31, each decked out with their own themes, live DJs and more!
Every Thursday and Friday from 5-10 p.m., as well as the first Saturday of each month, the rink will be illuminated by colorful disco lights, accompanied by curated DJ sets. The rink will also be hosting Family Skate Days, with dates to come, and Learn to Skate workshops for beginners of all ages.
“Summer in Providence is a time to come together as a community, enjoy the outdoors and take advantage of the vibrant, creative energy that defines our city,” says Mayor
Brett Smiley. “Roller Disco at the Providence Rink has become a summer tradition, bringing together neighbors of all ages. Events like this activate our Downtown and reaffirm our commitment to making Providence a more welcoming and connected city for everyone.”
Roller Disco admission is $9 for adults and $6 for children, with skate rentals available for $9. Season passes can be purchased for $65 for adults and $45 for children under 12 and seniors. Tickets are available at theprovidencerink.com, with limited walk-up access offered while availability lasts.
“Roller Disco at the rink is about creating meaningful experiences that bring people together,” says Brant Gawrys, Director of Athletic and Event Facilities for the Department of Parks. “Whether you’re lacing up skates for the first time or reliving childhood memories, this event encourages residents to stay active, enjoy our beautiful Downtown and connect with neighbors. It’s a celebration of community and the vibrant energy that makes Providence special in the summer.”
Providence Rink will also be hosting the Summer Fun Activities Club (SFAC) adults sports league Monday through Wednesday evenings. Join in on volleyball, dodgeball, pickleball and more by registering at superfunactivitiesclub.com.
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“These alerts are issued when a Rhode Island municipality or region has more non-fatal overdoses than usual in a week,” RIDOH posted on Facebook.
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