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Ghostly Events
Seek out ghostly spirits on a guided investigation. Wander through a cemetery in the dead of night. Hear the tales of tragedy and the hauntings that surround them... However you wish to experience the ghosts of New York State, we've got you covered. Explore our Ghostly Events and find the largest list haunted happenings, spooky scenes and scary stories anywhere around - featuring real spirits and spirited pretenders.
Ghost hunts and investigations take place year-round. Leading up to Halloween, you can also find nearby haunted houses, hayrides, and other seasonal events on our site.
2-Hour Guided Flashlight Tour | Rolling Hills Asylum
Guided Flashlight Tour. A walking and talking tour only. Learn the history of the property and hear stories of the actual hauntings. No investigation. About Rolling Hills Asylum: Located in East Bethany, NY, Rolling Hills Asylum is a nationally recog…
Aug 28
History Night at Kilmer Mansion!
To be hosted on the newly restored East Porch! Join Kilmer Mansion for Lemonade & History on our historic East Porch! This event will be moved indoors if inclement weather. The History Behind the Marker: Stories that dig a little deeper than what's o…
Aug 28
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Ghost Hunt at Historic Palmyra
Are you interested in going on a ghost hunt but don't know where to start? Join the investigators of H.P.I. as they explore the historic St. James Hotel, built in 1826, and the Phelps General Store and Family Residence. You will learn about Electroni…
Aug 30
4-Hour Detained Public Ghost Hunt | Rolling Hills Asylum
Experience the most haunted Asylum in North America on this 4 Hour Self Guided Ghost Hunt. Includes Tips on how to investigate, overview of the history and hauntings of Rolling Hills Asylum and more! About Rolling Hills Asylum Located in East Bethany…
Aug 30
6-Hour Captive Public ghost Hunt | Rolling Hills Asylum
Can you handle exploring the most haunted asylum in the country? This 6 hour Self Guided Ghost Hunt includes Tips on how to investigate, overview of the history and hauntings of Rolling Hills Asylum and more! About Rolling Hills Asylum Located in Eas…
Aug 30
2-Hour Self-Guided Daytime Ghost Tour | Rolling Hills Asylum
Self Guided Asylum Tour. Explore the 60,000 Sq. Ft. asylum during the day on your own. Includes overview of the history and hauntings of the Asylum. About Rolling Hills Asylum: Located in East Bethany, NY, Rolling Hills Asylum is a nationally recogni…
Aug 31
5-Hour ICU Public Ghost Hunt | Rolling Hills Asylum
Experience the most haunted Asylum in North America on this 5 Hour Self Guided Ghost Hunt. Includes Tips on how to investigate, overview of the history and hauntings of Rolling Hills Asylum and more! About Rolling Hills Asylum Located in East Bethany…
Aug 31
Scare-A-Con
SCARE-A-CON is the Northeast's premier horror and pop culture fan convention and film festival, held at the Marriott Downtown Syracuse, NY. This event features a wide array of activities, including celebrity meet-and-greets, autograph sessions, vendo…
Sep 04
Psychic Fair
Join the Phelps Mansion Museum for a Psychic Fair on Saturday, September 6 from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. and Sunday, September 7 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sep 06
Mystery, Tragedy and Mayhem
Join us for an intriguing evening exploring the darkened streets of Palmyra. Discover the old village jail, where a mysterious inmate met their fate. Listen to captivating stories filled with tragedy and mystery involving both the young and the old a…
Sep 12
1890 House Ghost Hunt
Something stirs within the shadowed halls of the 1890 House… and you’re invited to help uncover it. On Saturday, September 13, Empirical Paranormal—led by the fearless Gina and her seasoned team—will guide their first-ever public investigation of the…
Sep 13
3 Hour Psych Hold Public Guided Ghost Hunt | Rolling Hills Asylum
Experience the most haunted Asylum in North America on this 3 Hour Self Guided Ghost Hunt. Includes Tips on how to investigate, overview of the history and hauntings of Rolling Hills Asylum and more! About Rolling Hills Asylum Located in East Bethany…
Sep 15
Pure Terror Scream Park
New York's Largest and Scariest Haunted House - Guinness World Records longest horror attraction in the world, featuring 10 award-winning haunted attractions at one terrifying location. We're only 40 miles from NYC! Tickets sell out fast! Fridays, Sa…
Sep 19
Paranormal Investigation at the Phelps Mansion
Join Empirical Paranormal as they conduct an investigation of the historic Phelps Mansion. Tickets are limited to 10 guests. Book online now!
Sep 19
35MM Horror Festival - 2025
Join us for a full day of 35MM Film! Featuring 6 Terrifying Classic Films on 35MM - Sponsored by Syracuse International Film Festival and The Palace Theatre! Doors at 11am - First Film at 12pm. Tintorere Piranhas 2 The Omen Terror Within Terror Withi…
Sep 20
Psychic Sundays | Winery at Marjim Manor
Four Psychic Mediums and a Tarot Reader will be available for 15-minute readings. Prices vary. It is strongly recommended to call the winery to make an appointment.
Sep 21
Ghost Tours of the Music Hall
Discover the historic lore and spirits that linger at The Tarrytown Music Hall through their guided ghost tour. Bulit in 1885, the Music Hall has seen much during its time, including lavish balls, concerts, Presidents’ speeches, women’s suffrage rall…
Sep 23
Myths & Mysteries of The Octagon House
Visitors will learn about the history of The Octagon house, from its architectural connections to 19th-century spiritualism to the unusual lives of the former residents. Tours run Thursday-Monday throughout October.
Sep 26
Haunted Housel
Famous, annual Halloween display with interactive graveyard, haunted corn maze, scares, and live actors.
Sep 26
Haunted Hayrides of Greater Rochester
The legend of the haunted Fruit Farm in Williamson is widely known throughout the Northeast. Ever since the infamous “Harvest Night Slaughter” of 1859—when over two dozen farmhands were found tortured and butchered, the property has been designated a…
Sep 26
Wraith Chasers Chris Smith & Mike Goncalves | Rolling Hills Asylum
Wraith Chasers: National Ghost Hunting Weekend Event Two Nights Only with Chris Smith & Mike Goncalves Celebrate National Ghost Hunting Weekend and kick off the Halloween season with the return of Chris Smith and Mike Goncalves of the Wraith Chasers…
Sep 26
Movie Nights & Moonlight Maze
Fall fun with a Movie Night & Moonlight Maze, combining outdoor film screenings with the thrill of navigating a corn maze by moonlight.
Sep 26
Fright Nights
Think you have what it takes to survive Fright Nights? Think again. With five haunted adventures to choose from, harrowing surprises await every kind of thrill-seeker. Whether you choose to brave the perils of Lady Lamson’s Cursed Voyage or the demen…
Sep 26
Halloween Trivia
Halloween Trivia! September 26, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm A hauntingly fun night of Halloween Trivia at the historic Kilmer Mansion! Gather your team and test your knowledge on all things creepy, kooky, and spine-chilling—from horror films and haunted h…
Sep 26
Dunkirk Lighthouse Ghost Hunts
Dunkirk Lighthouse Investigative Ghost Hunts 2025 Schedule Presented by: Village Haunts A season long collaboration with Dunkirk Lighthouse and Museum. We invite you to attend one, or more, of the seven investigations of the Historic Dunkirk Lighthou…
Sep 27
The Lady in White
In this immersive tour experience, a 1956 ghost story, written by Carl Carmer, a longtime owner and resident of The Octagon House, unfolds in real time. As visitors make their way through the rooms of this unique home, the Lady in White attempts to a…
Oct 02
HalloweenFest at Lincoln Hill Farms
HalloweenFest is a family-friendly Halloween experience featuring a Halloween-themed photo ops, DJ and live music, games (add on), live characters, a Zombie Hunt Wagon Ride (an add on experience)! Be on the lookout for our farm-themed Halloween chara…
Oct 03
Haunted History Mansion Tour
Explore the historic Roberson Mansion with an expert docent, and hear stories of ghostly encounters within its walls. Featuring a mix of gilded age history and tales of the supernatural, these iconic tours are the perfect way to get into the Hallowee…
Oct 03
Syracuse Walk of the Dead
From the twisted minds behind Walk of the Dead comes the ultimate haunted trail experience. Erie Hollows @ Exit 38 isn't just a walk—it's a journey into the cursed legends and dark secrets that have haunted these grounds for centuries. Are you brave…
Oct 03
Phelps Haunted House
At the Phelps Haunted House, guests creep through the former Phelps Art Center, bracing themselves for sinister characters hiding around the corner. Visitors encounter skilled actors donning frightening alter egos, like scary clowns and murderers, as…
Oct 03
