Chicago Gangsters and Ghosts

Chicago’s penitentiary rap sheets read like a who's who of gangsters dating back down the decades, none more notorious than Al Capone - once dubbed "Public Enemy No.1". But the city's criminal history is just the start... Scratch below the surface and you’ll find all manner of unsolved mysteries and paranormal activities. 

gangsters in front of a car

Chicago St. Valentine's Day Massacre Pub Crawl Is Back for 2026

By Mike Huberty • January 19, 2026
Our St. Valentine's Day Massacre Ghost Tour Pub Crawl in Chicago is back Friday February 13th, 2026 at 8pm with a romantic twist!

A Guide to Haunted New Year's Eve Traditions

December 23, 2025
A Spirited Start: A Guide to Haunted New Year's Eve Traditions
America's Haunted Holiday Destinations

A Guide to America's Haunted Holiday Destinations

November 19, 2025
Explore America’s haunted holiday destinations, where Christmas cheer meets ghost stories, historic hotels, haunted theaters, and chilling seasonal folklore.
Thalia Hall in Chicago

The Ghosts of Thalia Hall: Chicago’s Haunted Stage Calls You In

By Mike Huberty • October 14, 2025
Discover Thalia Hall’s spirits: historic theater lore, staff sightings, and a hands-on ghost hunt Oct 26 at 6 PM. Limited spots.
ghosts and pizza

Chicago Ghosts and Pizza Tour 2025 | Haunted Halloween Nights in the Loop

By Mike Huberty • September 17, 2025
Join the Chicago Ghosts and Pizza Tour in October 2025. Explore haunted Loop landmarks, taste Chicago’s best deep-dish pizza, and hear chilling ghost stories. Two nights only at The Exchequer, Oct 23 and Oct 30 at 6 PM.
Ressurection of Mary

Resurrection Mary: the Queen of Chicago's Haunted Archer Avenue

By Ursula Bielski • September 4, 2025
Discover the legend of Resurrection Mary on Archer Avenue in Chicago. Visit Resurrection Cemetery with our ghost tours for a haunting experience.
The Italian Bride, Julia Buccola

Julia Buccola - Ghost of Innocence

By Scott Markus • September 3, 2025
Discover the chilling legend of Julia Buccola Petta, the Italian Bride buried at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Chicago, A ghost story that still haunts today.
Iroquois Theater Fire

The 1903 Iroquois Theater Fire in Chicago: Death Alley and Its Haunted Past

By Ben Wilson • September 1, 2025
Discover the tragic story of the 1903 Iroquois Theater Fire in Chicago and the haunted Death Alley that remains today. Explore the ghosts, history, and chilling tales on our Chicago Ghost Tours.
Ghost hunters in Dillinger Alley behind Chicago’s Biograph Theater

The Ghost of John Dillinger at Chicago’s Biograph Theater

By Mike Huberty • August 27, 2025
Discover the chilling story of John Dillinger’s death at Chicago’s Biograph Theater and the ghostly legends that followed. Explore Dillinger’s Alley and see it for yourself on the Original Chicago Hauntings Ghost Bus Tour.
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