Woodstock Ghost Walk

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Woodstock Ghost Walk

$25 per person

Guided walking tour of the beautiful, glamorous, and very haunted Woodstock Ghost Walk.


Ghost Tour

Duration

1+ Hours

Ghost Tour

Meeting Point

121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL 60098

Ghost Tour

Minimum Age

13+

Check-Out Availability

The most famous resident of the jail in Woodstock’s historic courthouse was convicted murderer James Dacey. He was imprisoned in a basement cell, tried in the courtroom above, and then hung outside on a gallows platform made specially for this singular event. According to newspaper accounts, for the two years Dacey awaited his execution, he often howled throughout the night, waking town residents. Although Dacey was finally executed on July, 22nd 1886, some say he never really left.


Expect to learn more about the paranormal happenings and ghost sightings at the Old Courthouse, the Classic Cinemas Woodstock Theatre, the Main Street PourHouse and many other popular spots.


What To Expect

A neon sign that says ' Woodstock' on it
Ghost Tour

Expert Paranormal Guide

Ghost Tour

Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm

Ghost Tour

Easy/Moderate

Ghost Tour

$25 Per Person

Why Choose American Ghost Walks?

The Woodstock Ghost Walk was developed by paranormal researcher Allison Jornlin with help from original Woodstock ghost tour host and magician Joe Diamond. Painstaking research was conducted on location with trips to local archives and interviews with business owners and experiencers to provide the most accurate and fascinating haunted history in addition to stories you can't find anywhere else! Your Woodstock guide is not only a fantastic storyteller but also a paranormal enthusiast with a history of ghost hunting, so you'll be in good hands when you hit the town.

Important Info


  • Ample parking is available near the town square. 
  • This tour runs rain or shine, so please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes.
  • Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. But we will reschedule you if you have an emergency.
  • Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t need their assistance.
A sign for ivy city park square is lit up at night

What creeps around the town square in the dark?

A brick building with a sign that says pour house tavern

Meet the "spirits" of the Pourhouse who don't care if it's closing time...

A large brick building with a clock tower on top of it

Walking the haunted streets of Woodstock

These ghosts are guilty as charged in the Old Courthouse

Welcome to the side of downtown you've never seen before...

Is this ghost of James Dacey?

What creeps around the town square in the dark?

Meet the "spirits" of the Pourhouse who don't care if it's closing time...

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Itinerary

Highlights

  • Learn the truth about Woodstock’s most famous ghost.
  • Stay informed about local high strangeness from UFOs reports to the Bull Valley Monster legend to the strange tale of a sidewalk exorcism.
  • Hear strange, but true tales from the lives of famous entertainers who got their start in Woodstock like Orson Welles and Ed Asner.
  • See where notorious murderer James Dacey was executed and his ghostly presence lingers.

Meeting Point


Meets in front of The Woodstock Opera House (121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL 60098)

  • Do you go inside any of the haunted buildings?

    We focus on building exteriors and outdoor spaces. Businesses and public places are open for you to visit during regular business hours. Otherwise we respect the privacy of individuals and organizations and expect that our guests do the same.

  • Do guests really see ghosts on this tour?

    We can never guarantee a supernatural encounter, but we will explain paranormal phenomena such as cold spots and residual hauntings. What we do guarantee: Our local connections and dedication to research means you'll get authentic accounts — in all their shocking detail.

  • Can I bring my pet?

    Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.

  • Is this ghost tour kid-appropriate?

    While our tours do not contain anything too graphic or inappropriate, we find that kids that enjoy history have the best time. You know your children and that's left up to you. We do not recommend bringing children in strollers because sometimes that can be difficult with larger walking groups.

  • What if I'm late or cannot find my guide?

    We do our best to answer calls and emails as promptly as they are received. Please make sure to leave a voicemail with the city and tourtime.  We try to accommodate travel and weather issues, but our public tours cannot wait for more than 10 minutes. Reschedules are available if the date you are interested in is not sold out.

  • What is your cancellation policy?

    Because this is a limited capacity tour, all sales are final. If we cancel the tour because of weather or another event, we offer a full refund.

    We will do our best to accommodate rescheduling requests, but cannot guarantee changes because other tours and dates might be sold out. As a courtesy, we offer an add-on called Peek Protect which will refund your tickets if you have an emergency and cancel your reservations at least 24 hours prior to the tour beginning, but we cannot make any adjustments to those reservations, those are ordered through a third-party and any changes will need to be processed through them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have the courage to join?

Explore haunted locations and hear chilling tales. Face your fears and uncover dark secrets. Join us, if you dare!

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