Get Spooky in "Eerie", Pennsylvania!
Friday Sep 12th, 2025
Whispers of otherworldly secrets and restless spirits beckon, as Eerie Pennsylvania readies for its spookiest season. A chilling greeting awaits you and your ghoul friends along the shores of Lake Erie with haunted cemeteries, creepy tunnels, and spine-tingling films. From things that go bump in the night to unexplainable ghostly noises, the city with the eerily appropriate name is ready to scare you senseless with Halloween happenings.
The Eerie Horror Fest
October 11-12, 2025
The undead are calling. Held inside the historic Warner Theater, the Eerie Horror Fest is a curated program of new, upcoming, and classic short and feature-length films, workshops, panel discussions, vendors, concert performances, and celebrity guests participating in live Q&As, autographs, and photo opportunities. Click here for ticket information and additional details.
Victorian Princess Halloween Moonlight Cruises
Fridays in October
Every Halloween, the majestic Victorian Princess paddleboat transforms into a haunted ship complete with decked-out decks and a devilishly devious crew, ready to carry its cache of creepy creatures onto the waters of Presque Isle Bay. This cruise is frightfully delightful featuring costume contests and prizes, a cash bar, and a DJ. Each cruise features a different themed night including witches, serial killers, zombies, and vampires. All cruises run from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Ticket information is available here.
Haunted History Tours of Union Station
October 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, and 29
See what lies beneath The Brewerie at Union Station and get a rare glimpse at the dark and mysterious tunnels that run underneath. A guide will walk you deep into the bowels of the building and tell the tragic story of Clara, a little girl who supposedly fell backward down a marble flight of stairs to her unfortunate death. To this day, there are rumors of people hearing a child’s giggle or a scream or experiencing a tripping sensation on their shins. Tours last approximately 90 minutes. Space is extremely limited and tours sell out quickly. Reservations can be made online or by calling 814-454-2200.
Tour Erie: Eerie Stories, Legends & Lore Ghost Tour
Septemeber 19, 20, 26, 27 and October 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30 and 31
Travel back in time to discuss the bloody, but successful Battle of Lake Erie and the sad legacy of Misery Bay. Hear the tale of the Lake Erie Storm Hag, swing by some buildings in downtown Erie that are said to be haunted and delve into more modern true crime stories including the infamous Pizza Bomber case that was covered in Netflix's "Evil Genius" documentary. In this small group tour, you'll hear a variety of eerie ghost stories, spooky legends and lore, all while getting a little exercise. The one-and-a-half mile tour will start and end at the Flagship Food Hall (North Park Row entrance), where you can grab a drink or dinner after the tour. Click here to book your tour.
Scallywags Pirate Adventures: Haunted Cruise
October 3-4
For two nights only the Scallywags Pirate ship will become a ghost ship, haunted by the souls of undead pirates ready to have one last pirate party! This haunted cruise is for ages 21 and up. Come in your best (or worst) costume and enjoy a spooky DJ, ghastly entertainment and a costume contest! Click here to book your haunted pirate adventure.
Escape Game Erie – Axe Murder Hollow
Available year-round (West Ridge Road location)
The Axe Murder Hollow legend is based on a story that has haunted the Erie area for almost 60 years. Although the alleged ax murder incident in the hollow off Sterrettania Road has never been proven and there is no historical evidence, generations of curious thrill seekers have visited the area in hopes of seeing the ghostly farmer who is said to have brutally murdered his wife and her lover. Immerse yourself in this frightfully interactive game as you try to find the gas can to start your car and escape before the farmer-turned-axe murderer finds you. Ticket information and additional details are here. .
Covert Escape Games, "Missing Person"
Available year-round (West Ridge Road location)
Described as a cross between Investigation-Discovery (ID) TV and Buffalo Bill from Silence of the Lambs, Covert Escape Game’s newest room is its scariest room! The game is centered around a missing person’s case, and it just so happens that the person is someone you know. Through a series of clues and police reports, you and your search party will try to solve the mystery of what happened to this friend while uncovering some gruesome pieces along the way. With a little luck and keen clue-solving skills, your group can save your friend in time. Due to graphic images and limited lighting, parents should use discretion for children under 12. This game does not have any live actors, and the escape doors are not locked. The Missing Person game is available daily at various times. Click here for ticket information and additional details.
