Haunted New Jersey: Ghost Tours and Spooky Events to Explore This October

October is the perfect month to explore haunted history across New Jersey! From eerie mansions to ghostly battleships, there are plenty of events for history buffs and thrill-seekers alike. Here are some highlights happening this October:

Historic Burlington County Prison Museum Ghost Tours

• Location: Mount Holly, NJ
• When: Fridays (7–10 PM) & Thursday, Oct 30
• Details: Explore one of NJ’s most haunted sites with guided tours led by Parks historians. Limited to 10 people per tour.
• More info: co.burlington.nj.us

Haunted Bernardsville: 'We’re Back!'

• Location: Bernardsville, NJ
• When: Saturday, Oct 11
• Details: Family-friendly tour featuring re-enactments and stories of local legends from the past.
• More info: njmom.com

Asbury Park Ghost Tour

• Location: Asbury Park, NJ
• Details: Explore haunted hotspots like Asbury Lanes and the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel, uncovering tales of wartime tragedies and ghostly apparitions.
• More info: usghostadventures.com

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour

• Location: Cape May, NJ
• When: Saturday, Oct 4
• Details: A 30-minute trolley ride delving into Cape May’s haunted history, perfect for a spooky evening outing.
• More info: capemaychamber.com

Smithville Mansion Ghostly Tour

• Location: Eastampton, NJ
• When: Friday, Oct 31 (Tours at 7:00 PM & 8:00 PM)
• Details: Experience the mansion's eerie past with guided tours. $20 per person, reservations required.
• More info: smithvillemansion.org

USS Battleship New Jersey Ghost Hunt

• Location: Camden, NJ
• Details: Join a paranormal investigation aboard America’s most decorated battleship, known for its haunted corridors and ghostly sightings. $149 per person.
• More info: hauntedrooms.com

For a full calendar of haunted events across New Jersey this October, check out: New Jersey Haunted Houses Calendar

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