Ghost Tours New York

Night Before Halloween Ghost Tour (East Village)

Ghost of Uncle Joe’s Cemetery Concert

For those seeking a Monster Mash-style Halloween bash, the annual graveyard masquerade ball in Jersey City may be the perfect fit. This spooky season, the Ghost of Uncle Joe’s will be making its comeback this October! Join us at [Harsimus Cemetery](https://www.hobokengirl.com/historic-jersey-city-and-harsimus-cemetery/), located at 435 Newark Avenue. The festival includes live music featuring tribute bands consisting of local performers, drinks, food, and after parties. Proceeds from the event will also contribute towards preserving the historic site. Tickets can be purchased on EventBrite, but also can be sold at the door while supplies last!

Halloween Prelude! Haunted Greenwich Village Tour

Note that I am shifting this tour from Saturday the 31st to Friday the 30th in the afternoon due to having moved our Northwest Bronx tour from Saturday the 17th to the 31st. RSVPs open on Sunday, October 18th at 11:00am. Space is set aside for new group members, first and 2nd timers who land on the waiting list. Email me to request a spot AFTER you have RSVP'd. This is free with a welcome donation to your guide via cash, Venmo or Zeller at the end of the tour. Join us for a Halloween-themed tour to visit the haunted locations in Greenwich Village which is likely NYC's most ghostly neighborhood. Note that this tour is not for the faint of heart - at least we're not doing this at night which also allows for those indulging in Halloween night to go home and get your costumes ready! In between the haunted buildings and locations I will cover the multi-layered history of Greenwich Village from its early development 200 years ago through the area's artistic, literary, dramatic and musical legacies and impact on NYC's enduring creative spirit. I will also tell the backstory of the famous Village Halloween Parade. We'll meet in front of the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center which opens at 10am and has restrooms and worthwhile exhibits. Plenty of coffee shops nearby as well. https://stonewallvisitorcenter.org/ The tour will end at Washington Square Park. Cheers from your organizer, Hank 646-596-3005 hankorenstein@gmail.com Pictured: St. Mark's Church-in-the-Bowery is said to be haunted by the ghost of Peter Stuyvesant, the Governor of New Amsterdam in the mid-1600s whose was buried in a vault beneath the church.

Midtown Architecture and History Tour: From Pre-War to Art Deco to Modern

**Adding a 2nd Tour due to a high level of interest (long waiting list for the tour scheduled for October 4th.** RSVPs open up on Monday, October 5th at 8:00pm. **Priority given to those on the waiting list for the October 4th tour who make their requesst prior to RSVP opening. If this is you email me to request your spot at hankorenstein@gmail.com before RSVPs open up to our general membership.** Space permitting - priority for new group members, first and 2nd timers who land on the waiting list. Email me at hankorenstein@gmail.com to request a spot AFTER you land on the waiting list. This tour is free with a welcome donation to your guide at the end via cash, Venmo or Zelle. **Overview** Strolling the Midtown East area of Manhattan helps tell the story of the changes in architecture styles transitioned away from early 20th century European pre-war to Art Deco and then by the 1950’s to modern and international styles. We’ll stop by many interesting and distinctive buildings including the American Radiator Building, Chanin Building, Socony Mobil Building, Chrysler Building, Daily News Building, Ford Foundation, the spectacular GE Building on Lexington Avenue, and of course the monumental Rockefeller Center and a personal favorite, the Fred French Building on 5th Avenue. Along the way we'll dive into the history of midtown Manhattan and the Turtle Bay neighborhood of the East 40s and 50s. **Restrooms before the tour:** The Library is open on Sunday and has restrooms.

The Gilded Age Revisited! Upper East Side Art & Architecture Tour

**Repeating the tour scheduled for Friday, October 9th due to the long waiting list. Priority given to those who were on the waiting list before RSVPs open to our general membership on October 14th at 9pm.** **Email me at hankorenstein@gmail.com to request a spot.** Space is set aside for new group members, first and 2nd timers who land on the waiting list, space permitting. Only email me to request a spot AFTER you have RSVP. **No repeats if you attend this tour previously.** **Cost**: This tour is free with a voluntary donation to your guide/organizer at the end via cash, Venmo or Zelle. **Overview** This tour we will indulge in the East 80's between 5th Avenue and Park Avenue and the residential architecture of the gilded age which consists of mansions and elegant townhouses often built in the Beaux Arts, and Renaissance Revival styles, and even the Chateau style. We'll cover the history of this area and how and why it developed as an enclave for NYC's wealthy elite and how gilded age wealth gave rise to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and helped establish the Upper East Side as a center of the art world. Starting out at the garden of the Cooper Hewitt museum (pictured in photo), which was originally the mansion home of Andrew and Louise Carnegie, we'll visit several local art galleries during our journey, along with several other indoor locations with spectacular architecture. We will venture inside several buildings that were constructed as gilded age mansions and are now public spaces. **Restrooms before the tour: Tarulucci e Vino Cafe at the Cooper Hewitt Museum.** You can enter the cafe via the garden without having to pay admission to the museum. There is a quick bag inspection by a security guard. There are also public restrooms at the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest across the street from the garden at 90th Street & 5th Avenue. Once inside the church veer immediately to your right (one stall). **Other nearby options: Met Museum pay what you wish for NY residents. There is also an education entrance near 81st Street where you can go to the rest room withour visiting the museum. And of course any of the other local museums - Guggenheim, Jewish Museum (admission charge).** We'll have a break and restrooms in Central Park or depending on time at the Met Museum's education entrance. **Tour ends at 84th Street & Park Avenue** convenient to the 4,5,6,Q trains and numerous bus routes including the M86 crosstown. Your organizer and guide, Hank Orenstein hankorenstein@gmail.com 646-596-3005 (photo courtesy of the Cooper Hewitt Museum).

Forest Hills Gardens Tour On Halloween-Members Appreciation-Limited Space

Please actually read the description of the event extra carefully BEFORE you RSVP. I have led two tours of Forest Hills Gardens for the Guides Association of New York City. This event will be much better. This event is most likely NOT going to be announced to all members. This event will be strictly limited in size to around 15 members or so. No guests please. Unfortunately, at this time, it is unlikely we will add any first timers who I do not know to this event. I consider this a members appreciation event. We will NOT accept any monetary contributions on this one. I want to primarily reward those members who have supported this group in the recent past by attending at least one event and hopefully more with few cancellations. It helps if you are also a member of my other group called NYC Wanderers-those events have always no contribution events. See: https://www.meetup.com/nyc-wanderers/?eventOrigin=your_groups As always, the waitlist for this group does NOT operate in the conventional way-especially for this event. Those on the waitlist will NOT be moved automatically to the going list when a space becomes available. IF APPLICABLE, ALWAYS JOIN THE WAIT LIST WITH LOW PRIORITY WHICH IS FREE. IF THERE IS A WAITLIST, IT APPEARS MEETUP WILL ASK YOU IF YOU WANT TO JOIN MEETUP + BUT IN SMALLER LETTERS AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE YOU CAN CLICK CONTINUE WITH THE FREE PLAN. There is NEVER a need to pay extra to use Meetup's High Priority wait list classification for this group. Forest Hills Gardens is a beautiful private planned community that looks a lot like it did when it was first designed in 1909. Halloween is a BIG deal in the gardens and thousands of people flock there each year. In other words, it's a madhouse especially on one street. We will avoid that by visiting in the morning. It will be a special treat because there will be many really interesting Halloween displays in the Gardens on Halloween. The event should last about 3 hours or so and if people want, they can eat in the neighborhood afterwards or do whatever they wish. There may be an opportunity to view one no longer active member's unique art collection. You probably won't see a better collection of NYC street scenes anywhere. Unfortunately, this member, who will remain anonymous, has many rules pertaining to the visit. To say that this member is a high maintenance individual is an understatement! (And hopefully, they don't read this!) It will be easy to get to the meeting location by public transportation and the Long Island Railroad. AS ALWAYS, PLEASE POST NO COMMENTS/QUESTIONS PRE-EVENT. RAIN DATE WILL BE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 1-many Halloween displays will still be up. Hope you can make it.

Boo! A Haunted House 👻

Are you prepared to get scared?! Join us as we partake in an immesrsive, haunted experience located in Bushwick, Brooklyn. We are planning to enter the haunted house at **7pm.** [https://hauntedmansionbk.com](https://hauntedmansionbk.com) After surviving the haunted attraction, we can grab food and drinks nearby. If you have questions or need to get in contact, I can be reached at 917-769-2168.

'PARANORMAL ACTIVITY"  Comes to Broadway

## WHEN YOU CLOSE YOUR EYES,WHAT DO YOU SEE? James and Lou move from Chicago to London for a fresh start. But as the young couple settles into their new home, Lou is certain that something isn’t right, and before long they will both have to grapple with the same truth: places aren’t haunted, people are. An entirely new story inspired by the iconic film series, *PARANORMAL ACTIVITY* comes to Broadway direct from smash-hit, critically acclaimed runs in Chicago, Los Angeles, and London. Now in performances for a limited time only 1\. Tour Bus NYC 2\. Orchestra Seats 3\. Parking\, Tolls and Tip for Driver 4\. $166\.pp Payments here: [Gilligan's Adventures | International Travel & Local Tours](https://www.gilligansadventures.com/) NO ZELLE NO VENMO Questions? ROBBGILL@YAHOO.COM Trick or Treat Robert

Grave Robbers of New York: Exploring the City's Body Snatching History

Tickets: $39.98 (advanced registration required) Click the link below to register for this event: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2002062242060](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2002062242060) For centuries, New York’s graveyards weren’t always the final resting places they were intended to be. From medical students stealing freshly buried corpses to grave robbers holding a millionaire’s remains for ransom, the city has witnessed some truly bizarre cases of body snatching. It's time to hit the streets and unearth a side of macabre New York history like never before. Join [New York Adventure Club](http://www.nyadventureclub.com/ "http://www.nyadventureclub.com") as we embark on a journey through Lower Manhattan exploring more than two centuries of body snatching, grave robbing, and missing remains. Led by licensed NYC tour guide **James Henry**, who specializes in the cemeteries and burial spaces of New York City, our unique experience will include: * **A visit to Trinity Churchyard** to uncover how 18th-century “resurrection men” raided graves for medical cadavers, helping spark the violent Doctors’ Riot of 1788 * **A walk through Zuccotti Park** to hear the grim fate of a notorious pirate who was executed and later subjected to the surgeon’s knife * **A stop at St. Paul’s Chapel and City Hall Park** to hear the tale of an actor whose skull was allegedly stolen from his grave * **The bizarre story of department store magnate A.T. Stewart** whose remains were stolen and held for ransom following his death * **A visit to the African Burial Ground National Monument and Foley Square** to learn how the graves of enslaved and free Black New Yorkers were targeted by body snatchers See you there (if you dare)! \*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking! \*\*If you need to access the Trinity Church restrooms before the tour begins, please arrive early and expect a security check \*\*\*This tour concludes at Foley Square **About James** James Henry is a certified NYC tour guide focusing on the cemeteries and burial spaces of New York City. He has worked for a wide range of organizations including Atlas Obscura, The Bowery Boys, Evergreens Cemetery and Green-Wood Cemetery. Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

Interactive Murder Mystery Party: Murder At The Haunted Hotel On Halloween Night

\*\***Get tickets here:** https://newyorksocialnetwork.com/events/interactive-murder-mystery-party-murder-at-the-haunted-hotel-on-halloween-night/ \*\*RSVPs on MeetUp only represent a portion of those ACTUALLY attending. How many are attending? Who is going to be there? What can I expect? Any questions email Dave@newyorksocialnetwork.com\*\* **Cost: $30 General Admission** **$25 VIP Members** Celebrate Halloween in a fun way at our all new Murder Mystery Party where everyone is a suspect! It is a fun and easy way to meet new people and our staff will be on hand to explain how everything works. Everyone will get to play a role and you may even be the killer!! **What to expect:** Register below and we will send you all the details for the evening. The Party Begins at 7pm Upon arrival you will be assigned a character and given instructions on how to play. No experience is necessary. We will have up to 80 participants joining in on the fun. You may order food and drinks during the party. Pay as you go. We will have a costume contest as part of the mystery party (costumes are optional) Following the conclusion of the mystery event stay and enjoy more Halloween fun with other guests. **Cost:** Murder Mystery Event Only: $30 General Admission $25 VIP Members How does it work? When you arrive our staff will explain the rules to you. You will be given a character that may be the person who everyone is looking for or you may be the person who solves the mystery. You will not know right away. Our hosts will set the mood and explain what you need to do which is pretty much relax and enjoy the party with all of the other guests who are playing characters too! The best part is it gets you to interact with other people in the group in a fun way. A great alternative to just standing around at a bar making small talk! The Story Welcome to the Annual Halloween Gala at Mount Mystery Manor. Tuck your modern worries away—and hope you live to unpack them. The Setting: Mount Mystery Manor Deep in the isolated woods of upstate New York stands Mount Mystery Manor. Built 200 years ago, this sprawling estate was once a booming vacation destination for the high-society elite. Today, it is a decaying curiosity. It serves as the ultimate escape for city dwellers looking to completely drop off the grid. The cell service is nonexistent. The isolation is total. For decades, rumors of violent history, strange shadows, and unexplained activity have plagued the grounds. It is the perfect place for a haunting. The Night: Halloween Tonight, the wind is howling through the pines, and the owners are throwing their legendary annual Halloween party. The grand ballroom is lit by candlelight. The floorboards creak underfoot. The Guest List: A Dangerous Mix You look around the room and realize you are surrounded by an unpredictable crowd: The Regulars: City folk just looking for a quiet weekend away from the noise. The Halloween Enthusiasts: Costumed partygoers looking for a good drink and a scary theme. The Paranormal Investigators: Thrill-seekers equipped with cameras, hoping to catch a glimpse of a real ghost. The Twist: True Terror Arrives As the clock strikes midnight, the party shifts from festive to frightening. The lights flicker and die. The temperature drops to freezing. The boundary between our world and the supernatural vanishes, and the manor’s long-whispered legends come alive. Then, the screaming starts. A body is found cold, lifeless, and brutally murdered in the heart of the manor. Your Mission: Trust No One The storm outside has washed out the only road back to civilization. Help is not coming. The killer is in the room, and the ghosts of the manor are watching. Was it a vengeful spirit, or is there a flesh-and-blood monster hiding behind a costume? Look closely at your friends. Question every motive. Everyone is a suspect. **Please note:** The murder mystery party in NOT a dinner event. Food is available for you to order. This event is for socializing and fun only. **Can I come alone?** Yes, most guests do! It’s a great way to meet new people. **Dress Code:** Come as you are or in costume! **Ages:** 21+ **Questions?** Email Dave Cervini at dave@newyorksocialnetwork.com or call 212.873.2256, M-F 10am to 4pm. Nonrefundable unless canceled. This event is nonrefundable. If you have tested positive for Covid and cannot attend, we will do our best to provide you with credits to select future events with a copy of your positive test results. Please note that due to the cost involved in some activities credits may not be used for the event you missed. **Venue:** Playwright Celtic Pub 8th Avenue **Address:** 732 8th Avenue, Between 45th and 46th, New York, New York, 10036 \*\***Get tickets here:** https://newyorksocialnetwork.com/events/interactive-murder-mystery-party-murder-at-the-haunted-hotel-on-halloween-night/

Haunted NYC Scavenger Hunt (Clues, Spells, and Curses!)

**\*GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/haunted-scavenger-hunt-tickets-1995465497018](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/haunted-scavenger-hunt-tickets-1995465497018) *(\*Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. They are consistently well attended. Must prepay to attend.)* Everyone's favorite Haunted Hunt is back! It's a unique, enjoyable way to socialize, learn and explore outdoors! Clues, Spells, and Curses! Join dozens as they set out onto the streets of the Financial District; the site of graveyards, hauntings and some of the grizzliest deeds ever done! It will be a fun way to explore and socialize. We'll set you up on teams and give you everything you need to know to help find the clues. **How does it work?** If you come alone we will set you up on a team (or you can play with a team) and we'll give you everything you need to know to help find the clues. Each team will have 90 minutes to find as many of the clues we give you. When finished we will return to a set location for socializing. Prizes are awarded to those finding the most clues. **What are we looking for?** Lower Manhattan in the early 1600's till now has been the site of hangings, hauntings, massacres, explosions, and other not so nice and creepy things. You will be scouring Bowling Green to City Hall, visiting (supposedly haunted places), searching for history-markers and research things that happened. **FAQs:** How do I find group? We will meet in front of the Fraunces Tavern. Host contact info will be emailed to all paid attendees day of event. **Dress Code?** Dress for the weather as you will be outside. **What if it rains?** We will contact attendees with a rain date. **Can I come alone?** Yes 95% of those attending will likely register on their own but you are invited to bring as many guests as you would like (just make sure they each have a ticket). **Cost?** $19-$25 depending upon how early you purchase ticket/capacity **Ages?** All are welcome. We usually get a good mix of ages attending. **For more fun events follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)**

Pure Terror Scream Park

If you haven't yet, join our growing event community. All the trips will be posted there as well https://chat.whatsapp.com/E7N48SpiIUR11tIpZ5WtBx Ready for a little adrenaline after work? Join The Active Culture as we head to Pure Terror Scream Park in Monroe, NY, for a Friday night of scares, creepy characters, and plenty of Halloween fun. Pure Terror is known for its elaborate haunted attractions, terrifying special effects, live actors, and immersive horror scenes designed to make you jump, scream, and question why you agreed to come in the first place. 😈 We'll head out of NYC after work and spend the evening exploring the park's haunted attractions. Come with friends, meet some new people, and see who handles the scares best (and who's secretly trying to stay in the middle of the group). It's the perfect way to kick off the weekend with a little Halloween madness! 🎃👻 We will meet in the city and travel together (transportation provided) The cost of the trip is $118 which includes the tickets to Pure Terror Scream Park