Halloween Legends & Lore

Event Details Fri–Sat, Oct 9–Oct 10, 2026 | 5 PM–9:30 PM Fri–Sat, Oct 16–Oct 17, 2026 | 5 PM–9:30 PM Fri–Sat, Oct 23–Oct 24, 2026 | 5 PM–9:30 PM Welcome to a Spectacular, Supernatural Night of Family Fun In October, the veil between our world and the next grows thin at Old World Wisconsin... watch as supernatural tales brought from cultures the world over come to life before your very eyes for an eerie evening of Halloween-themed spook-tacular activities! Explore the historic Crossroads Village after nightfall for a spirited, one-of-a-kind adventure full of ghost stories, games, performances and more. Whose muffled footsteps will you hear skulking in the unsettling autumn air? Attend Halloween Legends & Lore and find out... if you dare. Note: registration for this special, spooky series fills up fast—so be sure to grab tickets before they sell out! What You'll Experience Discover tall tales and hear old legends from the many generations of immigrants that came to Wisconsin in the 1800s Have your fill of drinks, sweet treats and hot food Come early for a range of pre-event opportunities including food, drinks, music, and shopping in select areas beginning at 4 PM! Make sure to stop by the Welcome Center Gift Shop to grab a ghoulish gift for friends, family and other loved ones Cost Adult (18-64): $26 Teen (13-17): $26 Senior (65+): $22 Children (5-12): $18 Child Under 5: Free Advanced registration is required. Society members receive a 10% discount, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. About the Location Old World Wisconsin includes 60 authentically restored historic homes, farms, stores and workshops. Each region features a distinct set of stories that invite you to experience the hopes and dreams of those who came before us. From the 1840s to the 1940s, you’ll find a true panorama of early Wisconsin history, covering more than 70 years and many cultures, including African American, Danish, Finnish, Hessian, Irish,…