“Spirits of Wake Forest” ghost walk tours return to downtown Wake Forest September 26-October 31, tickets now on sale

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - 3:09pm

If you’re looking for a “hauntingly” good time this fall, then don’t miss the Spirits of Wake Forest ghost walk tours in downtown Wake Forest. Now in its fifth year, Spirits of Wake Forest is presented by Wake Forest Downtown (WFD), Inc., in partnership with Firebox Theatre Company.

Downtown Wake Forest’s buildings and sidewalks have seen well over 100 years of history, and they have some spooky stories to tell! Join WFD, Inc. and Firebox Theatre Company’s incredible cast of storytellers to learn about the tragic train wrecks, frightening folklore, and restless spirits that make up just a small piece of downtown’s haunted history.

This year’s tours will be offered on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, from September 26 through October 31, according to the following schedule:

  • Thursdays & Fridays - 6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.

  • Saturdays – 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m., 8 p.m., & 8:30 p.m.

Tickets are $20 each and available for purchase at https://bit.ly/SpiritsofWF. Please note: Tickets are non-refundable/non-transferable and must be purchased in advance. Tours will take place rain or shine. Tours are recommended for ages 8 and up, but younger children are welcome at their parents’ discretion. Any attendees under the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Lasting approximately one hour and 15 minutes, each ghost walk tour will take place in Historic Downtown Wake Forest’s business district, primarily along South White Street. Tour groups will meet outside Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St., and the ghost walks will begin promptly at the scheduled time. Tours are within the business district only and will not include private residences.

Spirits of Wake Forest is planned and hosted by a volunteer committee. All proceeds from ticket sales will serve as donations to further the mission of WFD, Inc. to champion the economic health, growth, and vitality of Downtown Wake Forest. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/SpiritsofWF or email Downtown Development Specialist Camryn Gutierrez at [email protected].