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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.
Travel the Dead: Katrina Weidman & Heather Taddy | Rolling Hills Asylum
Join paranormal stars Katrina Weidman, Heather Taddy, and Jay Milton from the hit series Travel the Dead for an unforgettable night at Rolling Hills Asylum! This exclusive event includes: Meet & Greet and Q&A with Katrina, Heather, and Jay A guided g…
Aug 09
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 09
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 09
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 14
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 17
Talking Tombstones
Join us for a historic tour of the Vienna St. Cemetery, where you'll explore the fascinating tombstones and headstones. Learn about the symbols and the incredible individuals who came before us. This will be a leisurely walk, so please wear comfortab…
Aug 23
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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
Horror Movie Night, Dinner Buffet & Ghost Hunt | Rolling Hills Asylum
Horror Movie Night returns with an All You Can Eat Nacho Bar and Ghost Hunt. Includes tips on how to investigate, and an overview of the history and haunting of Rolling Hills Asylum, and self-guided ghost hunt. Specific movies featured will be update…
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
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
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
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
Haunted Housel
Famous, annual Halloween display with interactive graveyard, haunted corn maze, scares, and live actors.
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
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
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
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
TerrorDome
Experience a full night of heart-pounding horror! Enjoy all-night re-entry to every haunted attraction—get the best scare value in town before tickets vanish. Step into the shadows of TerrorDome in Newburgh NY, where heart-pounding horror meets non-s…
Oct 03
Pumpkin Day at the Cooperstown Farmers' Market
Celebrate pumpkins and the coming of fall on Saturday, October 4th, 9 am to 2 pm. Along with 30 farmers, artisans, and food producers, the Market will feature special pumpkin-themed products, pumpkin painting for kids with Miss Jen.
Oct 04
4th Annual Spirits of Sodus Walk and Talk Cemetery Tour
Bring a flashlight and comfortable shoes and join us for a walk through of the cemetery. You will meet former Soduskans who now “reside” in the Joy Rural Union Cemetery. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to historicsodus@gmail.com or 315-573-2972.
Oct 04
A Spirited Evening in Palmyra
Join renowned Paranormal Investigator and our Official Trail Spokesperson Brian J. Cano for an unforgettable evening at the Historic Palmyra Museums.
Oct 04
Happy 130th Birthday Sibyl Phelps
Happy Birthday, Sibyl Phelps! Help Historic Palmyra celebrate Palmyra's favorite Spiritualist Sibyl Phelps! Join the museum for a party and a reading from one of their psychics or mediums in Sibyl's home--or enjoy the whole package with the party, ps…
Oct 10
Haunted Boo Barn & Trails
Fridays and Saturdays: Open 12pm-10pm on Fridays, Haunt starts at 7pm Open 5pm-10pm on Saturdays, Haunt starts at 7pm Stay Tuned...something new and terrifying is coming to our 2025 haunt! The darkness is evolving, and this year, fear has a WHOLE new…
Oct 10
Halloween Bazaar
Free to attend family friendly event with tons of local crafters, small businesses, food, music and more!
Oct 11
Spooky Hollow Festival
Join Orange and Olive for their annual Halloween Celebration at Lysander Town Park in Baldwinsville!
Oct 11
Harvest Moon Festivals & Tours
Ride in a horse drawn trolley along the winding paths of Forest Hill and listen to the historic stories of actors reenacting their lives. Some stories were tragic, some ironic, and some very spooky and mysterious! Join us to listen and witness Forest…
Oct 17
Mansion Mysteries
Mansion Mysteries is an interactive theatrical experience where guests help solve a whodunit inside the historic mansion.
Oct 17
