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Ghoul Spring Village: Historic Cold Spring’s 8th Annual Family-Friendly Haunted Walk in Cape May
A family-friendly haunted walk‑thru at Historic Cold Spring Village in Cape May — choose a milder stroll or a spookier route through the Village lanes; the event runs 5:30–9:00 with last admission at 8:30.
Ghoul Spring Village: Historic Cold Spring’s 8th Annual Family-Friendly Haunted Walk in Cape May.
Each October Historic Cold Spring Village turns its lanes into a staged, walk‑through haunt: ghouls, goblins and other friendly specters animate the grounds and buildings in a yearly event designed for young and old alike. The 8th Annual Ghoul Spring Village balances playful chills with accessible scares, offering a less scary stroll through most of the Village and an optional spookier side for those who want it.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
An annual, family-friendly haunted walk
Historic Cold Spring Village’s 8th Annual haunted walk‑thru stages costumed characters across the Village for an evening event designed to entertain families and visitors of all ages.
Choose your fright level
Most of the route is a milder, less scary walk; for those who dare there is a spookier side of the Village to explore, giving groups a clear choice in intensity.
Lanes, grounds and historic buildings come alive
The experience unfolds along the Village lanes and around the historic buildings, where roaming characters and seasonal staging create a playful, spooky atmosphere across the grounds.
What the day feels like
What the walk feels like
You move on foot through the Village lanes as costumed ghouls, ghosts and goblins appear around corners and in front of the historic structures. The walk‑through alternates between lighter moments—designed to be family‑friendly—and pockets of more intense Halloween staging for visitors who opt for the spookier route.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this event suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The event runs from 5:30 to 9:00 with last admission at 8:30; total listed duration is 3.5 hours.
Expect to walk the Village lanes after dark; dress for the evening weather and wear comfortable shoes for walking the grounds.
The walk takes place across Historic Cold Spring Village in Cape May; attendees move on foot between staged areas throughout the Village.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does Ghoul Spring Village take place each evening?
The event runs from 5:30 to 9:00 with the last admission at 8:30.
Is the walk suitable for children?
Yes — the event is described as family‑friendly and perfect for young and old alike, with a less scary stroll available.
Can I choose how scary the experience is?
Yes — most of the Village offers a less scary walk, and there is an optional spookier side for those who want a more intense experience.
How long should I plan to be at the event?
The scheduled event is 3.5 hours in total, running from 5:30 to 9:00.
Who operates Ghoul Spring Village?
The event is presented by Historic Cold Spring Village in Cape May.