We provide history with a twist — walking tours that deliver the weird, the haunted,
and the historic stories found throughout Kalamazoo to help us raise funds for projects that serve the community all year and a portion of proceeds always go to another local charity.
In October, tickets can be purchased at:
About the Tour
Modeled after the ghost tours found in big cities all over the country, the Ghosts of Kalamazoo Historic Tours hopes to provide history with a twist — delivering the weird, the haunted, and the historic stories found throughout Kalamazoo.
Each night your ticket will be good for a 45-to-60-minute walking tour around various parts of Kalamazoo.
Tickets are $10/night in advance (plus fees), $15/night at the door. If pre-registration is closed for a particular tour, please inquire about walk-up tickets.
Ghosts of Kalamazoo Historic Tours is owned and operated by JCI Kalamazoo and is staffed by a group of dedicated and loyal volunteers.
Tour History
Since 1981, the Kalamazoo Jaycees have held a “haunted” event in the month of October in order to raise needed funds for worthy causes in our community.
In 2007, we debuted a new event unique to the area – the Ghosts of Kalamazoo Historic Tours.
We sold out two nights and donated $1,900 to Generous Hands, Inc. in that first year. In 2008, we sold out six nights and donated over $4,300 to Warm Kids. Our third year raised over $2,600 – despite fighting nasty weather on many of the Tour nights.
Thanks to wonderful weather and huge crowds, the 2010, 2011 and 2012 Tours shattered all previous records for attendance and money raised. The success has continued over the years, and we’re entering our 16th year in 2022.
In total, we have given over $40,000 to local charities since 2007.
Who we are helping
All proceeds from this year’s tours will once again be donated to the JCI Kalamazoo and other local charities.
Is the tour scary?
Nope, we’re a change of pace from the typical Haunted House scene. We’re not trying to frighten anyone, promise any spiritual encounters, do any “Ghostbusting”, etc. There are a TON of great and weird stories around Kalamazoo, and we love to pass them along!
Children under 12 are discouraged from going on the tours. All children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Questions?
If you would like more information on the Ghosts of Kalamazoo Historic Tours, information about private tours, or other inquiries, contact us at president@jcikalamazoo.org. You can also call JCI Kalamazoo’s 24-hour hotline at 269-350-4289 and a member of our board of directors will contact you.