Boo, Witches! It’s Spooky Season In Richmond

Richmond is a city rich with history, making it a goldmine for those looking for a good ghost story. Whether you’re a history buff wanting to learn more about collapsed train tunnels and Civil War battles, or looking for something a little more… mystical (like the Richmond Vampire or the Werewolf of Henrico), we’ve got the perfect list of haunted happenings around RVA.

HAUNTS

If the idea of a dozen costumed strangers chasing you through the woods in the dark sounds like the perfect Saturday night, consider one of Richmond’s Halloween haunts.

Red Vein Haunt: With four experiences (house, asylum, corn, and woods) and near perfect reviews, this is one not to miss.

Terror on the Farm: While Ashland Berry Farm flaunts family-friendly activities during the day, at night the ghosts and ghouls come out to play!  

Creepy Hollow Scream Park: Will the houses along the trail offer you an escape in this haunted forest? 

Halloween Haunt at King’s Dominion: Your admission ticket gets you access to all of the rides and attractions during the day and the haunted happenings at night. Head to the park early for thrills and stay late for the chills of the haunted houses strewn throughout the park (with all different themes), scare zones, and Halloween-themed performances.

TOURS

Treat yourself to a haunted walking tour of Richmond neighborhoods or tip one back on a haunted pub crawl with Haunts of Richmond and Richmond Ghosts

Walk (or ride) among the dead on a tour of Hollywood Cemetery. You’ll be in good company with several Virginia governors and past presidents calling the grounds their eternal home.

SOMETHING DIFFERENT

Byrd Theatre is hosting a month of spooktacular films with something for all preferences- from classics like Bride of Frankenstein to family-friendly Coco and cult classics like The Blair Witch Project. 

RVA Tuk Tuk is hosting the Halloween equivalent of Richmond’s famous Tacky Lights Tour. Cruise the town in a private Tuk Tuk with heated seats. Plan ahead, these tours are BYOB!

Eerie Canal Halloween Cruises will treat guests of all ages to haunting tales of Richmond’s past while cruising down the historic Kanawha Canal. 

Halloween UnHappy Hour: Pop over to the Poe Museum on October 26th for “the most miserable evening of the year.” Guests will suffer through live music, food, and drinks while perusing the Enchanted Gardens.