Events & Classes
Irondequoit Public Library Zoom Talk: Ghost Hunting 101
What: Get a crash course in ghost hunting presented by a real paranormal investigator of over 20 years!
When: Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 7pm
Tickets: Free, registration required - visit irondequoitlibrary.libcal.com/event/9591879
Where: Irondequoit Public Library via Zoom
Plymouth Spiritualist Church Talk: Mt. Hope Cemetery
What: Learn the history of Mt. Hope Cemetery, America's first municipal Victorian cemetery. Spiritualism, medicine, mourning customs, famous faces, and more intersect to make Mt. Hope Cemetery a unique treasure of our local community.
When: Sunday, October 16, 2022 at 10:30am
Tickets: Free to the public
Where: Plymouth Spiritualist Church, 29 Vic Park A, Rochester, NY 14607
Rochester Public Library (Winton Branch) Talk: Early Rochester Ghost Stories
What: Learn more about Rochester's earliest history and ghost stories!
When: Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 6pm
Tickets: Free, registration required - visit roccitylibrary.org/location/winton
Where: Rochester Public Library Winton Branch
Seymour Library Event: Ghost Stories & Spooky Scavenger Hunt
What: Join us for a spooky scavenger hunt and ghost story hour! This all-ages presentation is full of local history, legends, and lore.
When: Monday, October 22, 2022 at 1pm
Tickets: Free, registration required - visit seymourlibraryweb.org/events
Where: Seymour Library Brockport
Parma Public Library Zoom Talk: Early Rochester Ghost Stories
What: Learn more about Rochester's earliest history and ghost stories!
When: Monday, October 24, 2022 at 2pm
Tickets: Free, registration required - visit calendar.libraryweb.org/calendar/Parma
Where: Parma Public Library via Zoom
Haunted Rochester Talk & Book Signing with Ralph Esposito
What: Short tales of Rochester's haunted history, ghost hunting equipment demonstrations, and a book signing with local paranormal author Ralph Esposito!
When: TBA
*Limit 100 guests.Tickets: TBA
Where: TBA
"Ghost Hunting 101" Course
What: Have you ever wondered if you have what it takes to be a ghost hunter? Join professional paranormal investigators for a crash course in ghost busting, and learn how to use the tools of the trade! Includes all course materials. This hands-on course will prepare you for any ghost you'll meet! Afterward, we'll take you on a guided ghost hunt to one of Rochester's paranormal hotspots!
Note: you must arrange your own transportation to the ghost hunt; instructors may be able to transport a limited number of students with prior notice; ghost hunt may be outdoors, please prepare accordingly.
When: TBA
Tickets: $35/person pre-registration required - call (585) 5-HAUNTS
*Cash only. No discounts may be applied to ticket price. All participating guests are required to sign a Liability Release Form prior to participating.Where: TBA (previous: Rochester Institute of Technology, SUNY Brockport)
"Lilac Legends" Ghost Hunt
What: Did you know Rochester's famed lilacs hide a dark, haunting history? Join professional paranormal investigators as we uncover the truth about the old alms house, insane asylum, and more! We'll use real ghost hunting equipment, giving our customers the realest possible ghost hunting experience!
Note: this event is entirely outdoors in the elements (rain or shine), and involves walking on natural ground surfaces including up/down hills in the dark.When: TBA
Tickets: $25/person pre-registration required - call (585) 5-HAUNTS
*Cash only. No discounts may be applied to ticket price. All participating guests are required to sign a Liability Release Form prior to participating.Where: Intersection of South Ave. & Highland Ave., Rochester, NY 14620
Friday the 13th Spookout
What: What better way to spend Friday the 13th than camping at a haunted location? Join us for a spooky overnight at one of Rochester's haunted hot spots. We'll enjoy ghost stories by the campfire, ghost hunting led by professional ghost hunters using high tech equipment, and more.
Note: this event is entirely outdoors in the elements (rain or shine), and involves walking on natural ground surfaces.When: TBA
Tickets: $40/person pre-registration required - call (585) 5-HAUNTS
*Cash only. No discounts may be applied to ticket price. All participating guests are required to sign a Liability Release Form prior to participating.Where: TBA