Candlelight Ghost Tours — Philadelphia, PA

📋 Event Details

📍 Venue: Fort Mifflin — 6400 Hog Island Road, Philadelphia, PA 19153
📅 Dates: Oct 10, 16, 17, 22, 23, 2026
🕐 Hours: Tours begin 7 p.m., depart every 20 minutes
🎫 Price: $20 advance; $22 at the door
👶 Ages: 13+ Recommended
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: See official event page

🎃 Local Insight Ratings

Best for: Teenagers, date nights, and hardcore haunt fans chasing the biggest scares.

💡 Know Before You Go

🎃 Wear closed-toe shoes — you’ll be moving through dark, uneven sets; leave the costume pieces that drag at home.

🎃 13+ is the sweet spot — younger kids are allowed with adults at most haunts but rarely last the whole walkthrough.

🎃 Buy tickets online in advance — weekend nights regularly sell out, and online prices are usually lower than the door.

🎃 Arrive early or go on weeknights — Friday and Saturday lines can top an hour; Sunday–Thursday means shorter waits.

🎃 Know the scare rules — actors won’t touch you, but strobes, fog, and loud sounds are constant; skip it if you’re sensitive.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When is Candlelight Ghost Tours open for Halloween 2026?
Candlelight Ghost Tours runs Oct 10, 16, 17, 22, 23, 2026. Hours are typically evenings — check the official site for the exact nightly schedule, as hours vary by day of week.

How much are tickets to Candlelight Ghost Tours?
General admission is ticketed; prices vary by night with peak pricing on Fridays, Saturdays, and Halloween week. $20 advance; $22 at the door. Buy online ahead for the best price and guaranteed entry.

Is Candlelight Ghost Tours too scary for kids?
This is an intense haunted attraction recommended for ages 13 and up. Younger children are generally admitted with an adult but the experience includes strobes, fog, loud noises, and graphic scenes.