Halloween on the Bayou - Ghost Travels

Not only does Houston have haunted houses, there are also trails, tours, parties and even real haunts!

Houston Ghost Tour
Ongoing
Houston Ghost Tour gives a great tour in the urban Hermann Park that recalls the history of the civil war cemetery that once laid underneath the park. Or the story of an Opera singer who died in Miller Outdoor Theater. There is an all ages and R-rated tour offered as well as a tour in Old Town Spring - north of downtown.

Paranormal Pub Tour
Ongoing
On this paranormal tour, you'll hear two ghost stories at the Spaghetti Warehouse, then walk with your guide to two more bars in historic buildings and end your pub tour at the Houston Watch Company Bar with happy-hour prices and the story of Houston's first double hanging in 1838. Some of you may even feel the presence of the two men who were hanged haunting the area.

Ghost Tours of TexasOngoingStep through the shadows, gather your courage and discover the chilling and ghastly tales of murder, revenge, passion, heartache and breath-taking history! The exciting Ghost Tour in Galveston takes you on a fascinating walking tour through the historic and haunted Silk Stocking district starting by the famous Broadway mansion, Ashton Villa. Private tours of at least 5 are also offered in the Heights historic district (Houston).

Dash Beardsley's Ghost Tours of Galveston
Ongoing
For nearly 15 years, Dash Beardsley ("the Ghost Man of Galveston") has used his knowledge of the coastal community to take guests on one of six different tours of Galveston Island, including the original two-hour walking tour and Restless Spirits Tour to the Secret Society Cemetery Tour and others.

Hellusions Haunted Houston
Oct. 16-Oct. 31
Hellusions is a haunted house located inside West Oaks Mall. The haunted house is open every Saturday and Sunday during the month of October from 12 pm-5 pm. Most haunted to houses charge $30 per person, Hellusions is only $10 per person.

Haunted Trails
Oct. 2-Oct. 31
Walk the trails of Houston's most thrilling outdoor attraction. The Haunted Trails' features include detailed sets, zombies, clowns and other creeps—body parts, creepy crawlers and more. Find out what lurks beyond the trees every weekend in October.

Hotel Galvez Ghost Tour & Dinner
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays Oct. 2-31
Hotel Galvez & Spa opens its ghost tour, typically reserved for guests, to the public as part of a dinner package on Wednesdays and Thursdays in October as well as Sundays as part of an overnight package. During the tour, staff guides participants through theghostly past of the hotel which is then followed by dinner in the Galvez Bar& Grill.

Spirits & Skeletons
Oct. 31
Have a totally rad Halloween at Spirits & Skeletons. Be boss on the dance floor, indulge in some serious sweets and dare to try some creepy crawly concoctions, courtesy of the Houston Museum of Natural Science's Bug Chef. After that, abracadabra your way over to the master magician, as he astonishes even the most skeptical with his mysterious magic.

Wicked Woods Party
October 31
Get ready for a wicked good time at Houston's most unique Halloween activity for adults, the Houston Arboretum's Wicked Woods Party - a spectacular night in the woods! Participants will be regaled with a delectable three course meal, libations, and spooky fun under the crescent moon and the shimmering stars.



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