Ghost Tours New York

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!

Night Before Halloween Ghost Tour (East Village)

Hell's Kitchen: Mostly Murder Tour 💀

Join us for a chilling tour of Hell's Kitchen that will feature stories of past murders and ghosts. The tour is approximately two hours and begins at **7pm**. [https://www.ghostsandmurders.com/](https://www.ghostsandmurders.com/) If you have questions or need to get in contact, my number is 917-769-2168.

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.

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)**

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 20 members or so. No guests please. Unfortunately, at this time, it is unlikely we will add any first timers 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.

From Crypt to Roof: Vertical Tour of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine

Tickets: $66.35 (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2001184502718](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2001184502718) Built during the Gilded Age and Progressive Era, the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in Upper Manhattan is a monument to its time — and still unfinished over 125 years later. But how did the world’s largest cathedral come to rise in New York City, and what masterpieces lie hidden within its soaring interior? Lace up your sneakers and get ready to uncover the history and architecture of the world’s largest cathedral like never before. Join [New York Adventure Club](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/ "https://www.nyadventureclub.com/") for an exclusive vertical tour through the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, where we'll explore its most iconic architectural highlights throughout a 12-story ascent to the roof before venturing below into the rarely-seen crypt. Led by a Cathedral Educator, our intimate behind-the-scenes experience will include: * **An overview of the Cathedral’s history and architecture**, including why it was built in two different styles * **Stories behind the building’s ongoing construction**, and what it means for the future of the Cathedral * **A climb up one of the Cathedral’s spiral staircases**, with stops at the triforium, a buttress, the ceiling above the nave, and even the roof — rising 124 feet in total * A **peek at the famous Guastavino-tiled spiral staircase** * **An exclusive trip into the crypt**, one of the Cathedral’s most hidden spaces — hear the stories of the entombed while exploring the vaults beneath the chapels See you there! \*Please bring water and wear a comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking and stair climbing for the duration of the tour — 12 stories in total! \*\*Please note that the spiral stairwells are quite narrow, and can be uncomfortable for those with claustrophobia — if you choose to not ascend or descend the cathedral stairs, you may wait on the ground floor for the group to return \*\*\*Guests must be at least 12 years old to visit the crypt Disclaimer 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, Houses of Worship

Poe Cottage

**Edgar Allen Poe is cemented in our minds as Halloween is with candy** **You must reserve your space at https://bronxhistory.org/nevermore so they can keep you in the loop details for event or on Facebook** **Join the Bronx historical society for this special event space is limited so act fast.** **They will start tours of Poe cottage @4pm -6 pm so arrive early. This Bronx cottage was the author last permanent residence also where he wrote classics like Annabel Lee , the bells and Ulamume and Eureka** **Then at 5pm with the opening of the night market for you to purchase spooky cocktails ? Beer from Bronx beer hall , nefarious confections will be onsite for a spooky sweet treat , they will also have all kinds of Poe merch available at 6pm there will be a reading from militia vox more then love :the fascination with Edgar Allen Poe**

Tracing New York's Titanic Connections, From Astor Place to Chelsea Piers

Tickets: $39.98 (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2001880979900](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2001880979900) Had she not collided with an iceberg in the Atlantic Ocean, the RMS Titanic would have arrived at New York City's Pier 59 on April 17, 1912 — capping off the maiden voyage of what was hailed as "The Greatest Ship in the World." While the tragedy surrounding the voyage itself has been memorialized in books and television, the events surrounding the New York City part of the tale are less well-known. It's time to hit the streets of Manhattan and uncover New York's connection to the "Most Famous Shipwreck Ever." Join New York Adventure Club as we navigate through parts of Lower Manhattan and explore New York locations that have a direct connection with the Titanic, from where survivors and victims worked, prayed, and lived; to memorials and dedications hiding in plain sight. Led by licensed tour guide and Titanic expert Dave Gardner, our custom trail through the Titanic's New York locales between Astor Place and Chelsea Piers will include: * An overview of the sinking's impact on New York -A visit to the location where the first news of the sinking was heard in the U.S. * Sites throughout New York that were a part of the Titanic story , including where survivors arrived, the hotel that housed the crew members, and the primary hospital that provided medical attention * Stories of the many New York passengers who took Titanic's maiden voyage * Plaques and memorials dedicated to Titanic and her 1,496 lost souls * Dispelling myths and misconceptions from the past century See you there! \*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking! \*\*This tour concludes on the High Line at 14th Street and 10th Avenue Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our terms of service . Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

Seasonal Spooky Drinks at the Haunting on Ninth

It's spooky season! Let's go for cocktails at the Haunting on 9th Street. **Description from resy:** The Haunting on 9th Street is New York’s premier Halloween cocktail pop-up that blends spooky nostalgia with a hint of classic campyness. Inspired by your childhood neighborhood’s haunted house, glowing jack-o’-lanterns, and late-night horror marathons, it’s a space where the eerie and the playful collide. Cobwebbed shelves, flickering candlelight, and unexpected details set the stage, but the cocktails are the main attraction. Each drink is crafted as part of the experience: bold, a little strange, and designed to spark curiosity. Part haunted house, part neighborhood bar, The Haunting turns a night out into something immersive, theatrical, and just the right amount of spooky. link to their instagram page https://www.instagram.com/p/Ddu6_NzlBh1/?img_index=1 **Note:** Please be on time! Confirm your RSVP 48 hours in advance. **(I'll post a comment for you to like)** Please bring cash to make bill splitting easier. To calculate bill total take your food + drinks and multiply by 1.3. Reservation is under my name. Looking forward to seeing you there.

The Abandoned Railway Urban Hike: Forest Park & the Future QueensWay

Tickets: $29.43 (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2000440098184](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2000440098184) How did an abandoned railway become the centerpiece of a plan to create Queens’ own version of the High Line? Get ready to lace up your walking shoes for an urban hike through the woodlands of one of Queens’ largest parks before tracing the path of a future greenway taking shape along a train line unused for more than half a century. Join [New York Adventure Club](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/ "https://www.nyadventureclub.com") for an **exclusive double-header urban hike** exploring two distinct green landscapes in the heart of Queens. Beginning in Forest Park, we'll trek through one of the borough's great urban forests before tracing portions of the future QueensWay along the former LIRR Rockaway Beach Branch — uncovering plans to transform the long-abandoned rail corridor into a 3.5-mile linear park and greenway along the way. Led by experts from the **Natural Areas Conservancy**, **Trust for Public Land**, and **Friends of the QueensWay**, our nature- and infrastructure-focused experience will include: * **A guided walk through the lush and secluded trails of Forest Park**, with a closer look at the native plants, wildlife, and natural features found throughout this expansive urban forest * **An overview of Forest Park's ongoing restoration efforts**, including the intensive forest restoration and tree planting work being undertaken by the Natural Areas Conservancy and its partners at the Forest Park Trust * **A walk along the proposed route of Phase 2 of the QueensWay**, with a firsthand look at the existing rail infrastructure and landscape that could be incorporated into the future park * **The inside story behind the QueensWay's evolution from grassroots idea to reality**, including more than a decade of community advocacy and planning, the vision for connecting surrounding neighborhoods, and what's next for the project See you there! \*Please bring water, snacks, comfortable, close-toed shoes, and warm clothes as we'll be outdoors and on our feet for the duration of the experience. This one-way experience is about two miles long. \*\*While this experience includes educational content along the route, please note that it's mostly an urban hike versus guided history tour. \*\*\*Our experience will finish across from the Stop & Shop at 89-89 Union Tpke, Glendale, NY 11385 ([here's a google map pin](https://maps.app.goo.gl/VLnDgfwAe9cuNTSt5 "https://maps.app.goo.gl/VLnDgfwAe9cuNTSt5")). **About the Organizations** The **[Natural Areas Conservancy](https://naturalareasnyc.org/ "https://naturalareasnyc.org/")** is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and caring for New York City's 20,000 acres of forests, wetlands, and grasslands. Through research, partnerships, and advocacy, the organization works to strengthen the health and resilience of the city's natural areas while advancing urban conservation efforts in New York and beyond. Founded in 2011 by local residents living along the long-abandoned LIRR Rockaway Beach Branch, **[Friends of the QueensWay](https://thequeensway.org/ "https://thequeensway.org/")** is a grassroots organization dedicated to transforming the former railway into a vibrant public park and greenway. Over the past 15 years, the organization has built a broad coalition of residents, community groups, and civic leaders while hosting more than 150 tours, events, and engagement sessions to help turn the QueensWay vision into reality. **[Trust for Public Land](https://www.tpl.org/ "https://www.tpl.org/")** is a national nonprofit organization that works to connect communities with the outdoors by creating parks and protecting public land. In Queens, TPL has partnered with Friends of the QueensWay since 2011 to engage local communities and advance plans to transform the former Rockaway Beach Branch into a 3.5-mile linear park and greenway. **Transportation**: \*Please double check train/bus departure times the day before as schedules can shift. By Subway: Take the E or F train to Kew Gardens–Union Tpke; the Overlook is approximately a 10-minute walk from the station. At the conclusion of the tour, take the Q23 bus directly in front of Stop & Shop to the Forest Hills–71 Av, with access to the E and F trains. By Train: Take the Long Island Rail Road to Kew Gardens station; the Overlook is approximately a 10-minute walk from the station. At the conclusion of the tour, take the Q54 bus from Metropolitan Av/71 Rd to Metropolitan Av/Lefferts Blvd; the Kew Gardens LIRR station is approximately a 7-minute walk from the bus stop. Disclaimer 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, Activities

Exploring Andy Warhol & Truman Capote's Upper East Side

Tickets: $39.98 (advance registration required) Click the link below to register for this event: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1996638508527](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1996638508527) New York's golden age of glamour had many stars, but few shined brighter than Andy Warhol and Truman Capote. Together and apart, they captivated the art world, literary scene, and social elite while chronicling — and creating — the culture of their time. From Park Avenue salons to legendary parties, it's time to hit the streets and uncover the remarkable story of their friendship in the neighborhood that shaped their lives and legacies. Join [New York Adventure Club](http://www.nyadventureclub.com "http://www.nyadventureclub.com") as we weave through Manhattan's Upper East Side to explore the intertwined lives of Andy Warhol and Truman Capote; two cultural icons whose friendship placed them at the center of New York's artistic and social worlds. Led by NYC licensed guide **Rosemary Shmavonian**, our unique experience will include: * **A visit to Truman Capote's former Upper East Side residence**, where he lived while finishing high school and beginning work on *Other Voices, Other Rooms* * **A look at Andy Warhol's early Manhattan life**, including the townhouse he shared with his mother and the neighborhood where his artistic career began to take shape * **An exploration of Warhol's relationship with religion**, featuring the church he regularly attended during his years on the Upper East Side * **A walk through the glamorous world of New York's Swans and Superstars**, including locations connected to figures such as Slim Keith and Edie Sedgwick * **A stop outside the famed *Breakfast at Tiffany's* townhouse**, and a discussion of the Upper East Side social scene that inspired some of Capote's most celebrated work * **A discussion of Truman Capote's legendary Black and White Ball**, the Plaza Hotel gala often called the "Party of the Century," attended by Andy Warhol and many of the era's most influential cultural figures See you there! \*Since this tour includes a brief trip on the subway, a credit card / OMNY card tap will be needed to enter the subway system \*\*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking! \*\*\*This tour will conclude at 59th Street and Fifth Avenue **About Rosemary Shmavonian** I am a licensed New York City Tour Guide who ensures guests have an experience that is both entertaining and educational. After spending 30 years as a corporate trainer at various financial institutions I finally had the opportunity to follow my bliss and began leading tours of the areas of New York City that I find the most appealing. I am a 45-year New Yorker By Choice who has worked in the arts, retail, and corporate life while raising two boys and enjoying everything the city has to offer from museums to parks to performances of all kinds. The Warhol/Capote tour is a real passion project for me and I'm excited to share it with NY Adventure Club members! 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