Haunt Walks
The Athens Haunt Walk is hosted annually by the Athens-Limestone County Tourism Association and features the haunted history of Athens by guided tour as darkness falls. The 1.5-2.0 hour walking tour, winds through the historic districts of Athens - Beaty, Downtown, Houston and Athens College - lead by volunteer guides recounting the tales of woe and phantoms featured in the book "The Spirits of Athens".
Dates and times will be announced annually for this grand October tradition in September.
Tickets for this event are available through pre-sale only - no tickets will be available at the door and are limited to 30 attendees per tour group.
Cost is $10.00 per person for ages 13 and up; age 12 and under are $5.00 each.. Tickets are available during the pre-sale period (Starting September 15, 2021) via the Athens-Limestone Visitors Center on a first-come, first served basis - CASH OR CHECK ONLY. No refunds, no exchanges. Please have all the names of your party available at time of ticket purchase to assist in assigning ticket numbers within the tour.
In case of inclement weather (light rain does not cancel the walks, they continue as scheduled), the stories shared on the walks will be hosted in the meeting room of the Athens-Limestone Visitors Center for both groups simultaneously at the 7:00PM time.
Please, if you are sick or have been around someone who has been sick - please refrain from attending the tour for the safety of those around you and our community at large.
If you would like information on how to sponsor this event, please see the sponsorship form at bottom or contact Athens-Limestone Tourism at 256-232-5411.
Dates and times will be announced annually for this grand October tradition in September.
Tickets for this event are available through pre-sale only - no tickets will be available at the door and are limited to 30 attendees per tour group.
Cost is $10.00 per person for ages 13 and up; age 12 and under are $5.00 each.. Tickets are available during the pre-sale period (Starting September 15, 2021) via the Athens-Limestone Visitors Center on a first-come, first served basis - CASH OR CHECK ONLY. No refunds, no exchanges. Please have all the names of your party available at time of ticket purchase to assist in assigning ticket numbers within the tour.
In case of inclement weather (light rain does not cancel the walks, they continue as scheduled), the stories shared on the walks will be hosted in the meeting room of the Athens-Limestone Visitors Center for both groups simultaneously at the 7:00PM time.
Please, if you are sick or have been around someone who has been sick - please refrain from attending the tour for the safety of those around you and our community at large.
If you would like information on how to sponsor this event, please see the sponsorship form at bottom or contact Athens-Limestone Tourism at 256-232-5411.
Thank you for supporting this annual fundraiser.
2021 Pre-Sale Period Begins
09/15/2021
2021 Dates for Haunt Walks
Available |
5 or Less |
Sold |
October |
6:30PM |
7:15PM |
October 7 |
6:30PM |
7:15PM |
October 12 |
6:30PM |
7:15PM |
October 14 |
6:30PM |
7:15PM |
October 19 |
6:30PM |
7:15PM |
October 21 |
6:30PM |
7:15PM |
October 26 |
6:30PM |
7:15PM |
October 28 |
6:3oPM |
7:15PM |
-- CASH OR CHECK ONLY --
Horse-drawn Wagon Tour
Step up and board the old-fashioned plank board wagon pulled by Wild Hearts Cowboy Carriage Ride steadfast steed and guided by the steady hands of Stan Smith. You'll be joined onboard by a local guide and trotted about town for this exclusive experience featuring extra tales not enjoyed on the traditional walking tour.
Seating is limited to 8.
Tickets for the experience are $20.00 each. CASH OR CHECK ONLY
No refunds, no exchanges. Please have all the names of your party available at time of ticket purchase to assist in assigning ticket numbers within the tour.
Seating is limited to 8.
Tickets for the experience are $20.00 each. CASH OR CHECK ONLY
No refunds, no exchanges. Please have all the names of your party available at time of ticket purchase to assist in assigning ticket numbers within the tour.
Available |
5 or Less |
Sold Out |
No Tour |
October 5, 2021 at 7:00PM
October 7, 2021 at 7:00PM
October 12, 2021 at 7:00PM
October 14, 2021 at 7:00PM
October 19, 2021 at 7:00PM
October 21, 2021 at 7:00PM
October 26, 2021 at 7:00PM
October 28, 2021 at 7:00PM
Tour Disclaimer & Waiver
By using a ticket or tickets to the Haunt Walk Tours (hereinafter referred to as the Tour) and taking part in the event, I acknowledge that I may encounter the normal risks of injury or harm associated with outdoor events, nature, and social activities in general.
In consideration for my participation in this event, I release and forever discharge The City of Athens, Athens-Limestone County Tourism Association and The Haunt Walk Committee, and agree not to sue them or any of their affiliates, employees, representatives, or successors, and officers, board, contractors, and employees, jointly and severally from any and all actions, causes of actions, claims and demands for, upon or by reason of any damage, loss or injury, which hereafter may be sustained by participating in the Tour. I understand and agree that this event release and waiver of liability shall be binding upon my heirs, assigns and any personal entity acting upon my behalf, and shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of Alabama.
By using a ticket or tickets to the Haunt Walk Tours (hereinafter referred to as the Tour) and taking part in the event, I acknowledge that I may encounter the normal risks of injury or harm associated with outdoor events, nature, and social activities in general.
In consideration for my participation in this event, I release and forever discharge The City of Athens, Athens-Limestone County Tourism Association and The Haunt Walk Committee, and agree not to sue them or any of their affiliates, employees, representatives, or successors, and officers, board, contractors, and employees, jointly and severally from any and all actions, causes of actions, claims and demands for, upon or by reason of any damage, loss or injury, which hereafter may be sustained by participating in the Tour. I understand and agree that this event release and waiver of liability shall be binding upon my heirs, assigns and any personal entity acting upon my behalf, and shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of Alabama.
Athens-Limestone Visitors Center
100 North Beaty Street Athens, AL
Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM
2021 Haunt Walks Sponsorship Opportunities
Be part of the magic of Haunt Walks - the tales spun from Athens' not-so-lively residents that both entertains and shares the history that shaped the townf.
Download a copy of the 2021 Haunt Walks Sponsorship form below
| haunt_walk_sponsorship.form_2021.pdf |