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The Haunting Hour 2026 | 5 Time Slots

Date: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM - 9:45 PM

Venue: Hillsborough Visitors Center, Hillsborough

Price: $20

Category: Community

Step into the shadows of Hillsborough’s past at The Haunting Hour, our brand-new take on the dearly departed Spirits Tours! We’ve buried the old format, now join us for an immersive evening of storytelling, where ghostly tales and eerie legends unfold around you in a spine-tingling performance at the historic Hughes Academy. A partnership between the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and the Orange Community Players. With haunting histories brought to life before your eyes, every twist and turn will keep you on edge. For those brave enough, add on Tales from the Grave—a moonlit mini walking tour through St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church graveyard, where stories of the departed echo among the stones. And don’t miss our FREE mini Fall Celebration at the Hillsborough Visitor Center, filled with seasonal fun and shopping for all ages before or after your haunting adventure. Step into the story… if you dare. Time slots are every 30 minutes from 5pm - 9pm

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The Haunting Hour 2026 | 5 Time Slots

“Check out the free mini Fall Celebration at the Visitor Center before your tour.”

When
Oct 30
Fri, Oct 30, 2026
5:00 PM - 9:45 PM
Where
Hillsborough Visitors Center
Hillsborough, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
$20
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The Haunting Hour 2026 is a live theatrical performance that shares the spooky history and ghost stories of Hillsborough through partnership with local actors. Held at the historic Hughes Academy, this event replaces the town's traditional walking spirit tours with a seated storytelling experience. Tickets cost twenty dollars per person, and you can purchase an optional add-on ticket for a guided walk through the St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church cemetery. The main performance takes place indoors, making it a reliable option regardless of late October weather. While the free autumn festival at the visitor center welcomes all ages, the ghost stories themselves are best suited for middle schoolers and teenagers who enjoy a mild scare. This event makes an excellent weekend outing because it combines local history with seasonal fun. You can browse the local shops at the visitor center, grab dinner in downtown Hillsborough, and enjoy a structured evening of entertainment that feels festive without requiring a drive to a massive commercial haunted house.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this event appropriate for toddlers and young children?
The free fall celebration at the visitor center is perfect for toddlers, but the main ghost storytelling performance and cemetery tour are recommended for older children and teenagers who can sit through a play.
Do we need to buy tickets in advance?
Yes, because there are only five specific time slots and seating at the historic Hughes Academy is limited, you should reserve your tickets online ahead of time.

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The Haunting Hour 2026 | 5 Time Slots runs Fri, Oct 30, 2026, 5:00 PM - 9:45 PM.

Getting There

Hillsborough Visitors Center is at 150 E. King Street, Hillsborough, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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