Haunted History Trolley Tour 2025 by The Zephyr Theatre
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels since the tour involves sitting on the trolley and light standing at the brewery.
Overview
Step aboard The Zephyr Theatre’s Haunted History Trolley Tour in Stillwater for a theatrical journey through chilling local legends. Enjoy a night of ghostly storytelling, classic horror films, and bonfire festivities this October.
Haunted History Trolley Tour 2025
The Zephyr Theatre's 8th Annual Haunted History Trolley Tour!
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of Stillwater's haunted history on a theatrical trolley tour! As you journey through the eerie streets, ghostly characters share chilling tales from the past. Enjoy pre-tour festivities at the River Siren Brewery, including classic horror films, drinks, and a scavenger hunt. Don't miss this unique October event!
HHTT is back for its 8th straight year running!
On a dark and eerie evening, you leisurely board your trolley to tour one of the oldest cities in Minnesota. But this tour goes downhill quickly when uninvited characters begin boarding. Traveling to areas of Stillwater's haunted past, ghosts wander onto the trolley bringing these stories to life - creepy characters telling their own true horror stories of Stillwater long ago!!!
Come early and stay late- There is a VIP lounge upstairs at the River Siren Brewery for trolley guests to enjoy the festivities! While you are waiting for your theatrical trolley tour you can enjoy old black & white horror movies, have a complimentary beer, seltzer, or soda, go on the scavenger hunt for prizes, or step outside to roast a marshmallow over the bonfire! (all included with ticket purchase) Lots of Halloween fun!
Ticket price: $54. Includes 60-minute theatrical tour, one complimentary drink, movies, scavenger hunt, bonfires, and prizes.
Tour dates: October 10th & 11th October 16th, 17th, & 18th October 23rd, 24th, & 25th
There are five trolley tours per night to choose from. Tours depart every half hour between 7pm-9pm. Departing times: 7:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
Tour location starts and ends at: River Siren Brewery 225 Main St N, Stillwater, MN 55082
Tour duration: Approximately 60 minutes.
The ticket booth opens at 6pm each night of the event. Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes in advance of your time slot, as trolleys will depart promptly on schedule. Printed tickets are not required, simply give them your name at check in!
Seating is on a first come, first served basis. The trolley holds up to 28 passengers, two on each side of the aisle per row.
There are city parking lots on both the North (Lot 8a and 8b) and Northwest (Lot 10 and 11) side of the building. Street parking also available.
Recommended for tour-goers ages 12+.
ADA Accessible Tickets: Special arrangements can be made to accommodate an ADA accessible ticket. One ticket can be purchased per trolley for either the 7:30pm or 8:30pm trolley timeslot. This is subject to availability, as 4 seats must be removed from the trolley in order to accommodate the ADA accessible ticket. In the event that a trolley is already sold out, or has 3 or less tickets left, we are not able to add an ADA accessible ticket. To check availability or purchase an ADA accessible trolley ticket, please contact the box office at: boxoffice@stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early for Festivities
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your trolley departure to enjoy the VIP lounge, scavenger hunt, and bonfire.
Dress Warmly for Outdoor Activities
Evenings in October can be chilly near the river; bring layers to stay comfortable during bonfire and scavenger hunt time.
First-Come, First-Served Seating
Trolley seats 28 passengers with two per side; arrive early to secure your preferred seat inside the trolley.
ADA Accessible Options Available
ADA accessible tickets are offered for select trolley departures and require advance arrangements via the box office.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- River otters are sometimes spotted in the St. Croix during quiet morning hours.
- Historic city parks host migrating songbirds, including warblers and thrushes, in spring and fall.
History
Stillwater is often called the birthplace of Minnesota, flourishing through lumber trade in the 19th century and holding one of the state’s oldest downtown districts.
Conservation
Efforts by local groups protect the St. Croix River corridor’s water quality and maintain historic structures, balancing preservation with community events like the trolley tour.
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Recommended Gear
Warm Jacket
Evenings in October can be chilly, especially near the river—layering up keeps you comfortable.
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Comfortable Shoes
Wear sturdy shoes for moving around the brewery and brief outdoor activities before and after the tour.
Flashlight
A small flashlight can help during the scavenger hunt and walking outside in decreasing twilight.
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Reusable Drink Container
Bring a reusable cup if you plan to enjoy drinks at the pre-tour festivities while reducing waste.