Activities
Spirits of Hallowe'en History Tours
- Date and time
- October 28, 2026 · 6:00 PM (venue local time)
- Venue
- 109 W. Overton Road
- Location
- Scottdale, PA, 15683
- Listing source
- Public listing · Refreshed Oct 15, 2026
About this event
Step into the shadows this Hallowe'en at West Overton Village & Museum! Explore the eerie origins of Halloween traditions from ancient Celtic rituals to Victorian parties and today's trick or treat. Uncover the dark and fascinating history behind your favorite haunted holiday. Local Halloween celebrations once spanned days of frightful fun. Learn about the debauchery of Chalk Night and Mischief Night across southwestern Pennsylvania. Hear true tales of neighborhood pranks from the ever-popular “corning” to more dangerous hijinks: wheelbarrows hanging from telephone poles, signs missing from buildings, and entire wagons hoisted onto roofs. Tour the 1838 Overholt Homestead by candlelight. Try some Victorian fortune telling party games: Who wi Confirm dates and details on the official listing.