
Wisconsin Weirdness
From Milwaukee to Madison, Bayfield to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin is a hotbed of paranormal activity. Ghosts, UFOs, Bigfoot, lake monsters, the Badger State is a lot more than dairy farms!

Lake Geneva Chills Ghost Tour Winterfest 2026
30 minute ghost tour for 2026 Winterfest in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
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Krampusnacht, Milwaukee’s Most Paranormal Christmas Party
Milwaukee’s craziest Christmas party, Krampusnacht, and American Ghost Walks is proud to be part of it.
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A Guide to America’s Haunted Holiday Destinations
Explore America’s haunted holiday destinations, where Christmas cheer meets ghost stories, historic hotels, haunted theaters, and chilling seasonal folklore.
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Ed Gein and the Dark Heart of Wisconsin: Why the Plainfield Ghoul Still Haunts Us
Explore Ed Gein’s chilling Wisconsin legacy, from Plainfield’s house of horrors to modern ghost tours. Discover why this true crime story still captivates visitors today.
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Halloween in Bayfield 2025: Ghost Tours, Events & Family Fun
Celebrate Halloween in Bayfield, WI. From ghost walks and haunted tours to family trick-or-treating and parties, discover Bayfield’s 2025 Halloween guide.
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Ghosts of Waukesha Book Launching at Milwaukee Paranormal Conference 2025
Discover Waukesha’s haunted history in the new book Ghosts of Waukesha, launching at Milwaukee Paracon on Oct 18, 2025. Ghost stories, legends, and local lore await.
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Happy Days, Jumping the Shark, and the Paranormal Bronze Fonz in Milwaukee
Happy Days in Milwaukee lives on! Snap a pic with the Bronze Fonz and explore downtown’s haunted history on our Shadow of City Hall Ghost Tour.
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Milwaukee’s Most Haunted Brunch Spots
Discover Milwaukee’s most haunted brunch spots. From ghostly legends to Bloody Marys, these restaurants mix paranormal history with delicious brunch.
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The Great Dane on Doty Street, Madison, Wisconsin
Step inside one of Madison’s most haunted bars. The Great Dane Pub, formerly the Fess Hotel, has seen over 150 years of history and unexplained paranormal activity. Join Ghost Host Lisa Van Buskirk on a Capitol Square Ghost Walk with American Ghost Walks and experience Madison’s eerie side for yourself.
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The Sinking of the Lady Elgin: Milwaukee and Chicago’s Most Haunted Shipwreck
Explore the sinking of the Lady Elgin, Lake Michigan’s most haunted shipwreck, and discover ghost stories on Milwaukee and Chicago ghost tours.
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Milwaukee Paracon 2025: Brew City’s Ultimate Paranormal Conference Returns October 18th
Experience Milwaukee Paracon 2025 on October 18 at the Irish Cultural and Heritage Center—an all-day, free paranormal conference featuring ghost stories, urban legends, UFO sightings, Wisconsin folklore, expert speakers, and unique vendors. Register now for Brew City’s top supernatural event
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Jeffrey Dahmer: True Crime and Paranormal Legends in Wisconsin
Explore the chilling legacy of Jeffrey Dahmer from true crime horrors to paranormal legends. Haunted hotels, cursed graffiti, and the Oxford Apartments haunting keep the Milwaukee Cannibal’s story alive in Wisconsin folklore.
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Tempest Oyster Bar in Madison, Wisconsin
Explore the chilling past of Tempest Oyster Bar in Madison, WI—once a funeral home, now a top seafood restaurant and one of America’s most haunted bars. Funeral home history, Heaven’s Gate legends, and personal encounters await.
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Remembering Jim Lovell: Wisconsin’s Astronaut Hero and His Mysterious Gemini 7 UFO Sighting
Remembering Captain Jim Lovell, the Milwaukee-born astronaut who led Apollo 13 to safety, piloted Apollo 8, and witnessed the famous Gemini 7 UFO sighting. Explore his Wisconsin roots and space legacy.
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Possessed in the Heartland: True Midwest Exorcisms and the Secret School Training Priests to Fight Evil
Explore the most chilling exorcism stories in the Midwest, including the real-life inspiration for The Exorcist, and discover the Milwaukee-based Pope Leo XIII Institute that trains modern exorcists.
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Haunted History of the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison
Discover the haunted history of the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison, from tragic construction accidents to lingering ghost stories told on local ghost tours.
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Maxwell Mansion – Lake Geneva’s Haunted Original
Explore Maxwell Mansion in Lake Geneva, home to haunted history, ghostly encounters, and two legendary bars with unforgettable spirits.
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The Wendigo Legend: Real Stories, Native Folklore, and Hauntings
Explore the chilling legend of the Wendigo—from Native American folklore to real-life cannibal tales and ghost stories.
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Haunted Theaters Across America
Ghosts of actors that never left the stage in these haunted theaters across the Unites States of America.
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Mickey’s Tavern in Madison, Wisconsin
Mickey’s Tavern in Madison, Wisconsin is one of America’s Most Haunted Bars.
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Lake Geneva Winterfest 2025
Join American Ghost Walks for a special Lake Geneva ghost tour during Winterfest — Wisconsin’s premier ice-carving festival on the haunted shores of Geneva Lake.
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Waukesha Ghost Tour Pub Crawl
A 2.5-hour guided ghost tour and pub crawl through historic downtown Waukesha. Hear the haunted history of the Spring City between stops at its oldest taverns.
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Milwaukee Krampusnacht Ghost Bus Tour
Enjoy a haunted history bus tour in comfort at Milwaukee’s most unique holiday festival!
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Milwaukee Paracon 2024
Join Milwaukee Paracon 2024 for a weekend of paranormal talks, workshops, and events. Get tickets and explore the supernatural with leading experts.
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The Haunting of Shaker’s Cigar Bar
Shaker’s Cigar Bar in Milwaukee is known for its chilling hauntings and eerie encounters. Discover the ghost stories behind this famously haunted location.
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A Serial Killer in Madison, Wisconsin?
Uncover the dark history of serial killers in Madison, Wisconsin. A look into notorious crimes that shocked the city and left lasting scars.
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Did we catch a ghost on camera at the Baker House in Lake Geneva?
The Baker House in Lake Geneva is known for its hauntings and paranormal encounters. Learn about the eerie ghost stories tied to this historic location.
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Milwaukee Ghosts - The Dark Past of Milwaukee City Hall
Milwaukee City Hall is steeped in ghostly legends and a dark past. Discover the haunted history and paranormal tales behind this iconic building.
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The Hauntings of Milwaukee’s Deadliest Fire
The Newhall House Fire remains one of Milwaukee’s most tragic events, with a lingering haunted legacy. Explore the eerie stories tied to this historic disaster.
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Ghostly Goings-on at Greunke’s First Street Inn - Bayfield, WI
Gruenke’s in Bayfield is known for its hauntings and eerie history. Delve into the ghost stories surrounding this historic Wisconsin landmark.
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Ghosts of Milwaukee’s Irish Cultural & Heritage Center
The Irish Cultural Heritage Center in Milwaukee is home to ghostly encounters and a rich history. Discover the paranormal activity linked to this historic site.
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Milwaukee’s Miller Caves - A Haunted Love Story
The Miller Caves in Milwaukee are home to a haunted love story, with ghostly sightings tied to its historic past. Discover the eerie romance behind the legend.
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For Valentine’s Day - “The Frozen Lovers”
The Frozen Lovers tale is a haunting Valentine’s Day ghost story of love and tragedy. Uncover the eerie events behind this chilling legend.
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1897 - Milwaukee Airship Mystery
The 1897 Milwaukee Airship Mystery remains an unsolved UFO phenomenon. Dive into the strange sightings and theories surrounding this historic event.
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Haunted Holidays at The Rave
The Rave in Milwaukee hosts more than concerts, with ghostly hauntings reported during the holidays. Discover the eerie stories behind this haunted venue.
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Remembering Linda Godfrey, The Woman Behind The Beast of Bray Road
Linda Godfrey, renowned for her work on cryptids and the paranormal, leaves a lasting legacy. Celebrate her contributions to the world of the unexplained.
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Haunted Hospital: Muirdale Sanatorium in Wauwatosa
Muirdale Sanatorium in Wauwatosa is known for its eerie hauntings and ghostly encounters. Explore the dark history behind this haunted former hospital.
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Wisconsin’s Most Haunted Places
From haunted cemeteries to ghostly mansions, explore Wisconsin’s most haunted places. Discover the chilling stories behind these paranormal hotspots.
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The Girl In The Basement
The Girl in the Basement is a terrifying ghost story tied to a haunted house. Uncover the eerie events that have left this spirit lingering in the dark.
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Attention Spies: Beware of SafeHouse Spooks
The SafeHouse in Milwaukee is infamous for its ghostly encounters and hidden past. Learn about the hauntings and mysterious events tied to this iconic spot.
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The Luxurious, but Haunted, Black Point Estate in Lake Geneva
Black Point Estate in Lake Geneva is known for its haunted history and eerie tales. Learn about the ghostly legends surrounding this historic mansion.
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Haunted Madison - The Wonder Bar
Madison’s Wonder Bar is famous for its ghostly hauntings and eerie history. Discover the paranormal tales surrounding this iconic tavern.
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The Ghosts of Camp Randall at the University of Wisconsin
Camp Randall in Madison is known for its ghostly encounters and Civil War history. Uncover the haunted past of this historic Wisconsin site.
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Rhinelander’s Hodag Store Robbed by… Carmen Sandiego?
Carmen Sandiego strikes Rhinelander’s Hodag Store in a playful twist on the classic mystery. Follow the clues in this entertaining and quirky heist story.
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The Tied House in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Tied House in Milwaukee is haunted by the Lady, a mysterious ghost with a tragic past. Discover the eerie stories behind this historic location.
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The Secret: Milwaukee Has a Hidden Treasure
Milwaukee hides a secret treasure with a fascinating story. Learn about the mysterious history and the hunt for this elusive hidden gem.
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Lake Geneva Ghosts - The Beast of Bray Road 30th Anniversary
The Beast of Bray Road is Lake Geneva’s infamous werewolf, with chilling encounters and terrifying sightings. Explore the legends surrounding this cryptid.
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Milwaukee Ghosts: The Demonic Infestation Of Convent Hill
A Milwaukee convenience store became the site of a terrifying demonic infestation. Discover the chilling events and hauntings that shocked the community.
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Madison’s Haunted Orpheum Theatre
Madison’s Orpheum Theatre is famous for its ghostly sightings and haunted history. Unveil the eerie stories that surround this iconic theater.
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Major League Paranormal Activity at Milwaukee’s Pfister Hotel
Miller Park in Milwaukee is home to more than baseball, with ghostly sightings and paranormal activities. Explore the eerie happenings at this famous stadium.
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Havenwood Apartments and the Ghosts of Oakwood Sanitarium
The Havenwood Apartments are built on the haunted grounds of Oakwood Sanatorium, with ghostly encounters and eerie stories lingering from the past.
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Waukesha Ghosts - The Putney House
The Putney House in Waukesha is known for its eerie hauntings and paranormal activity. Uncover the ghost stories surrounding this historic home.
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Ghosts of Milwaukee’s First Unitarian Society
The First Unitarian Society in Milwaukee is known for its hauntings and ghostly encounters. Explore the paranormal activity tied to this historic building.
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