Cape May’s Halloween Happenings 2023 Calendar
Oct. 1-31, 2023
Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture) announces the calendar of events for this year’s annual Halloween Happenings in October: ‘
Oct. 1-31
Halloween Happenings in Victorian Cape May: Four and a half weeks of specially-themed tours and events including Voices From Beyond House Tour, Ghost Walk with Craig McManus, Scarecrow Alley, Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour, Historic Haunts House Tours, Phantoms of the Physick Estate and much more to help you get into the “spirit” of the season. Oct. 1-31. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate: The grounds of Cape May’s original haunted house, the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., have been transformed for the spooky season. Scarecrow Alley is a highlight of the Estate’s Halloween decorations. Walk the grounds and vote for your favorite ghoulishly gruesome or foolishly funny scarecrow. Free admission to the grounds. Oct. 1-31. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Dept. 56 Halloween Display: Dozens of skeletons, ghosts and spooky characters beckon in this colorful and spectacular display of Halloween-themed Dept. 56 collectibles, inside the front porch of the Physick House Museum, 1048 Washington St., Cape May. Oct. 1-31 daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
Oct. 1-30
Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour: What was that shadow? Was it the undead of Cape May’s past wandering their beloved haunts? You might scoff, you might shudder, but rest assured: on board a trolley with an experienced guide you will begin to wonder what’s beyond when you hear the tales of hauntings unearthed in Cape May by renowned psychic medium and author Craig McManus. Begins and ends at the Ocean Street trolley stop. Fridays through Mondays. Various times. $20 adults, $15 children (ages 3-12.) Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 2
Murder Mystery Dinner at The Chalfonte: Enjoy a three-course dinner and watch as the mystery and drama unfold around you during “The Plot Thickens.” Tensions rise when a celebration for an esteemed murder mystery author turns into a crime scene right out of one of her own books. Once the guest of honor is pronounced dead, how will her dedicated staff and adoring fans cope? Limited event. Tuesday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. The Chalfonte Hotel, 301 Howard St. Admission is $75. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 3-31
Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour: Cats in ghostly form purr from the beyond. Beloved family members in photographs without their heads. Graves equipped with a torpedo to put off intruders. Victorians of the late 19th century had wild notions about the passage from life to death. Belief in ghosts and spirits was common and superstition abounded. Hear several Cape May ghost stories and more strange stories from Victorian Cape May history that are macabre, mysterious or just plain weird! Begins and ends at the Ocean Street trolley stop. Tuesdays, and Thursdays through Saturdays. Various times. $20 adults, $15 children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 3
Graveyard, Ghosts & Mansion Combo Tour: Hear the stories and experiences of ghost activity in the 1879 Physick House Museum from the tour guides who know them personally. It starts with a trolley ride to the historic Cold Spring Presbyterian Cemetery to see the graves of Dr. Emlen Physick and his family. Here you’ll hear EVPs (electronic voice phenomena) recorded by tour guides and staff at the estate. On your return trip to the Physick Estate hear about some unusual Victorian funeral customs. Then, inside the Physick House you will visit several rooms and hear several more EVPs while learning more about the activity observed there. Take the opportunity to talk to staff about their experiences, and a moment to wonder what it all means. Tour begins and ends at the Physick Estate. Tuesday, Oct. 3, 5:30 p.m. $40. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org
Voices From Beyond: Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Physick House Museum. In the Voices From Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour. Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 3 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 4
Historic Haunts Combo Tour: Take an evening trolley ride through the Historic District and hear stories of haunted Cape May. Step off the trolley at the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate with your guide and see Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, reputed to be haunted, as you learn about Victorian Spiritualism. In the museum, guides will compare the methods of spirit contact used by the Victorians with those of today’s paranormal investigators. Select rooms on both floors are included in the tour. Begins and ends at the Ocean Street trolley stop. Wednesday, Oct. 4, 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Historic Haunts House Tours: Get into the spirit of things on a guided tour of the historic (some say haunted) Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., with a discussion of Victorian spiritualism. Wednesday, Oct. 4 at 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. $25 for adults, $15 for children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org
Murder Mystery Dinner at The Chalfonte: Enjoy a three-course dinner and watch as the mystery and drama unfold around you during “The Plot Thickens.” Tensions rise when a celebration for an esteemed murder mystery author turns into a crime scene right out of one of her own books. Once the guest of honor is pronounced dead, how will her dedicated staff and adoring fans cope? Limited event. Thursday, Oct. 4 at 7 p.m. The Chalfonte Hotel, 301 Howard St. Admission is $75. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 5
Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour: Victorians of the late 19th century had wild notions about the passage from life to death and were fascinated by mystery and illusion. Hear Cape May ghost stories as you travel Cape May by trolley, along with strange stories from Victorian Cape May that are just plain weird. Then visit select rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum and learn about famous Victorian illusionists and magicians. Begins & ends at the Washington Street Mall Trolley Stop. Thursday, Oct. 5, 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $30 adults, $20 children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Voices From Beyond: Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Physick House Museum. In the Voices From Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour. Thursday, Oct. 5 at 3 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour: Victorians were fascinated with mystery and illusion and this tour through first floor rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum shares that fascination. Learn about the famous Harry Houdini who captivated Victorian audiences with his intricate escapes, the Goddess of Mystery, Ionia, a Belgian beauty who Victorians worshipped for her spectacles of magic, The Great Lafayette, who became known as the world’s greatest magician, and Pepper’s Ghost, an illusion still used today, with Sherlock Holmes, Jack the Ripper and more. Thursday, Oct. 5 at 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. $20 for adults, $15 for children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 6-7
Phantoms of the Physick Estate — The Dearly Departed: You have received an invitation to a dinner party from a dear friend, but there’s a problem: the address on the invite is a house that is known to be vacant – and haunted. Will you take the chance and attend, or will you always be curious about what might have happened? This original play written by Jacklyn Fazio brings the audience along from room to room on the first floor of the 1879 Physick House Museum as the story unfolds and strange happenings occur. Immerse yourself in this spine-tingling Halloween drama. Friday, Oct. 6 and Saturday, Oct. 7, 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. $25 adults, $20 for children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org
Oct. 10
Voices From Beyond: Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Physick House Museum. In the Voices From Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour. Tuesday, Oct. 10 at 3 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Graveyard, Ghosts & Mansion Combo Tour: Hear the stories and experiences of ghost activity in the 1879 Physick House Museum from the tour guides who know them personally. It starts with a trolley ride to the historic Cold Spring Presbyterian Cemetery to see the graves of Dr. Emlen Physick and his family. Here you’ll hear EVPs (electronic voice phenomena) recorded by tour guides and staff at the estate. On your return trip to the Physick Estate hear about some unusual Victorian funeral customs. Then, inside the Physick House you will visit several rooms and hear several more EVPs while learning more about the activity observed there. Take the opportunity to talk to staff about their experiences, and a moment to wonder what it all means. Tour begins and ends at the Physick Estate. Tuesday, Oct. 10, 5:30 p.m. $40. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 11
Historic Haunts Combo Tour: Take an evening trolley ride through the Historic District and hear stories of haunted Cape May. Step off the trolley at the 1879 Physick House with your guide and see Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, reputed to be haunted, as you learn about Victorian Spiritualism. In the museum, guides will compare the methods of spirit contact used by the Victorians with those of today’s paranormal investigators. Select rooms on both floors are included in the tour. Begins and ends at the Ocean Street trolley stop. Wednesday, Oct. 11, 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 12
Voices From Beyond: Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Physick House Museum. In the Voices From Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour. Thursday, Oct. 12 at 3 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour: Victorians of the late 19th century had wild notions about the passage from life to death and were fascinated by mystery and illusion. Hear Cape May ghost stories as you travel Cape May by trolley, along with strange stories from Victorian Cape May that are just plain weird. Then visit select rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum and learn about famous Victorian illusionists and magicians. Begins & ends at the Washington Street Mall Trolley Stop. Thursday, Oct. 12, 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $30 adults, $20 children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour: Victorians were fascinated with mystery and illusion and this tour through first floor rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum shares that fascination. Learn about the famous Harry Houdini who captivated Victorian audiences with his intricate escapes, the Goddess of Mystery, Ionia, a Belgian beauty who Victorians worshipped for her spectacles of magic, The Great Lafayette, who became known as the world’s greatest magician, and Pepper’s Ghost, an illusion still used today, with Sherlock Holmes, Jack the Ripper and more. Thursday, Oct. 12 at 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. $20 for adults, $15 for children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org
Oct. 13
SOLD OUT! Channeling Dinner with Craig McManus: Enjoy a three-course prix fixe dinner at the Inn of Cape May followed by a two-hour channeling session with Medium Craig McManus. McManus will read the energies in the room and channel messages from the spirits of departed family and friends. While he does not read everyone present and cannot control where messages come through, he will bring through as many messages from spirits as possible during the two-hour channeling. Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St. This event is not recommended for people under the age of 16. No refunds within 14 days of the event. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Phantoms of the Physick Estate — The Dearly Departed: You have received an invitation to a dinner party from a dear friend, but there’s a problem: the address on the invite is a house that is known to be vacant – and haunted. Will you take the chance and attend, or will you always be curious about what might have happened? This original play written by Jacklyn Fazio brings the audience along from room to room on the first floor of the 1879 Physick House Museum as the story unfolds and strange happenings occur. Immerse yourself in this spine-tingling Halloween drama. Friday, Oct. 13 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. $25 adults, $20 for children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 14
Crafts & Collectibles By the Sea: Spend a fall day visiting the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Saturday, Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for this open-air show featuring wares of local vendors and crafters. Explore our 15th annual Scarecrow Alley which decorates the grounds. Admission is free. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 17
Voices From Beyond: Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Physick House Museum. In the Voices From Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour. Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 3 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Graveyard, Ghosts & Mansion Combo Tour: Hear the stories and experiences of ghost activity in the 1879 Physick House Museum from the tour guides who know them personally. It starts with a trolley ride to the historic Cold Spring Presbyterian Cemetery to see the graves of Dr. Emlen Physick and his family. Here you’ll hear EVPs (electronic voice phenomena) recorded by tour guides and staff at the estate. On your return trip to the Physick Estate hear about some unusual Victorian funeral customs. Then, inside the Physick House you will visit several rooms and hear several more EVPs while learning more about the activity observed there. Take the opportunity to talk to staff about their experiences, and a moment to wonder what it all means. Tour begins and ends at the Physick Estate. Tuesday, Oct. 17, 5:30 p.m. $40. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org
Oct. 18
Historic Haunts Combo Tour: Take an evening trolley ride through the Historic District and hear stories of haunted Cape May. Step off the trolley at the 1879 Physick House with your guide and see Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, reputed to be haunted, as you learn about Victorian Spiritualism. In the museum, guides will compare the methods of spirit contact used by the Victorians with those of today’s paranormal investigators. Select rooms on both floors are included in the tour. Begins and ends at the Ocean Street trolley stop. Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 19
Voices From Beyond: Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Physick House Museum. In the Voices From Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour. Thursday, Oct. 19 at 3 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour: Victorians of the late 19th century had wild notions about the passage from life to death and were fascinated by mystery and illusion. Hear Cape May ghost stories as you travel Cape May by trolley, along with strange stories from Victorian Cape May that are just plain weird. Then visit select rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum and learn about famous Victorian illusionists and magicians. Begins & ends at the Washington Street Mall Trolley Stop. Thursday, Oct. 19, 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $30 adults, $20 children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour: Victorians were fascinated with mystery and illusion and this tour through first floor rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum shares that fascination. Learn about the famous Harry Houdini who captivated Victorian audiences with his intricate escapes, the Goddess of Mystery, Ionia, a Belgian beauty who Victorians worshipped for her spectacles of magic, The Great Lafayette, who became known as the world’s greatest magician, and Pepper’s Ghost, an illusion still used today, with Sherlock Holmes, Jack the Ripper and more. Thursday, Oct. 19 at 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. $20 for adults, $15 for children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org
Oct. 20
Ghost Walk with Craig McManus Walking Tour: Walk the haunted streets of historic Cape May with your guide, psychic medium Craig McManus, who will talk about the houses where he has sensed paranormal activity. Leaves from the Washington Street Mall. Friday, Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. $35 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 20-21
Phantoms of the Physick Estate — The Dearly Departed: You have received an invitation to a dinner party from a dear friend, but there’s a problem: the address on the invite is a house that is known to be vacant – and haunted. Will you take the chance and attend, or will you always be curious about what might have happened? This original play written by Jacklyn Fazio brings the audience along from room to room on the first floor of the 1879 Physick House Museum as the story unfolds and strange happenings occur. Immerse yourself in this spine-tingling Halloween drama. Friday, Oct. 20 and Saturday, Oct. 21, 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. $25 adults, $20 for children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org
Oct. 24
Graveyard, Ghosts & Mansion Combo Tour: Hear the stories and experiences of ghost activity in the 1879 Physick House Museum from the tour guides who know them personally. It starts with a trolley ride to the historic Cold Spring Presbyterian Cemetery to see the graves of Dr. Emlen Physick and his family. Here you’ll hear EVPs (electronic voice phenomena) recorded by tour guides and staff at the estate. On your return trip to the Physick Estate hear about some unusual Victorian funeral customs. Then, inside the Physick House you will visit several rooms and hear several more EVPs while learning more about the activity observed there. Take the opportunity to talk to staff about their experiences, and a moment to wonder what it all means. Tour begins and ends at the Physick Estate. Tuesday, Oct. 24, 5:30 p.m. $40. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org
Voices From Beyond: Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Physick House Museum. In the Voices From Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour. Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 3 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 25
Historic Haunts Combo Tour: Take an evening trolley ride through the Historic District and hear stories of haunted Cape May. Step off the trolley at the 1879 Physick House with your guide and see Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, reputed to be haunted, as you learn about Victorian Spiritualism. In the museum, guides will compare the methods of spirit contact used by the Victorians with those of today’s paranormal investigators. Select rooms on both floors are included in the tour. Begins and ends at the Ocean Street trolley stop. Wednesday, Oct. 25, 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 26
Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour: Victorians of the late 19th century had wild notions about the passage from life to death and were fascinated by mystery and illusion. Hear Cape May ghost stories as you travel Cape May by trolley, along with strange stories from Victorian Cape May that are just plain weird. Then visit select rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum and learn about famous Victorian illusionists and magicians. Begins & ends at the Washington Street Mall Trolley Stop. Thursday, Oct. 26, 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $30 adults, $20 children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Voices From Beyond: Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Physick House Museum. In the Voices From Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour. Thursday, Oct. 26 at 3 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour: Victorians were fascinated with mystery and illusion and this tour through first floor rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum shares that fascination. Learn about the famous Harry Houdini who captivated Victorian audiences with his intricate escapes, the Goddess of Mystery, Ionia, a Belgian beauty who Victorians worshipped for her spectacles of magic, The Great Lafayette, who became known as the world’s greatest magician, and Pepper’s Ghost, an illusion still used today, with Sherlock Holmes, Jack the Ripper and more. Thursday, Oct. 26 at 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. $20 for adults, $15 for children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org
Oct. 27-28
Phantoms of the Physick Estate — The Dearly Departed: You have received an invitation to a dinner party from a dear friend, but there’s a problem: the address on the invite is a house that is known to be vacant – and haunted. Will you take the chance and attend, or will you always be curious about what might have happened? This original play written by Jacklyn Fazio brings the audience along from room to room on the first floor of the 1879 Physick House Museum as the story unfolds and strange happenings occur. Immerse yourself in this spine-tingling Halloween drama. Friday, Oct. 27 and Saturday, Oct. 28, 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. $25 adults, $20 for children (ages 3-12). Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org
Oct. 28
Halloween Crafts & Collectibles Show: Visit the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for this open-air show featuring wares of local vendors and crafters. Explore our 15th annual Scarecrow Alley which decorates the grounds. Feel free to come in costume to celebrate this festive holiday and stop by vendors for some treats! Admission is free. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Oct. 31
Voices From Beyond: Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Physick House Museum. In the Voices From Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour. Tuesday, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. $25 per person. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
Trick or Treat at the Emlen Physick Estate: Come to Cape May’s original “haunted house” for trick or treating on Halloween. See Scarecrow Alley and bring your bag for treats from some scary and funny characters. Tuesday, Oct. 31, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Free admission to the grounds. Presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.
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