Spirits With The Spirits, Haunted Pub Crawl Of Downtown Flagstaff

Flagstaff’s haunted past is best enjoyed with a drink in hand, and this downtown pub crawl makes a good night of it. You’ll hear tales tied to the railroad, old hotels, theaters, gambling, gunfights, and one especially grim local story while walking between several historic buildings.

I like the mix of mead and beer, since Drinking Horn Meadery gives the evening a welcome change from a standard brewery crawl. I also like the small group cap of 16, which should make it easier to hear your guide and ask questions. The main drawback is simple: your $45 ticket does not include drinks, and pub stops can change based on availability.

Key points

• Three drink stops with different personalities: Start with small-batch mead, continue to Dark Sky Brewing, and finish at the Weatherford Hotel.
• Haunted history with local context: Railroad growth, old hotels, a former theater, gambling, gunfights, and tragic personal stories shape the route.
• A guide-led evening: Steven and Revel the Devil are among the guides named in the tour’s feedback, both praised for humor and storytelling.
• A useful downtown introduction: You pass several historic buildings while learning how Flagstaff developed around the railroad.
• Plan for extra spending: The ticket covers the guided crawl, but drinks are not included.
• Easy meeting point: The walk begins and ends at the Flagstaff Visitor Center on East Route 66.

A ghostly walk through Flagstaff’s railroad town

Flagstaff grew in close connection with the railroad, and that fact gives this tour a useful backbone. Instead of treating each ghost story as a random scare, the guide connects the tales to the buildings and people that shaped downtown.

You meet at the Flagstaff Visitor Center, 1 E Rte 66. That is a practical starting point because it is easy to locate, near public transportation, and also serves as the finishing point. You do not need to arrange a ride between stops, though you should be ready for an evening on foot.

The tour lasts about two and a half hours. That is long enough for several stories and three pub visits without turning the night into a marathon. The group limit is 16 people, a helpful detail for an experience built around spoken stories. A huge crowd could make a quiet ghost tale hard to follow, while this smaller format should leave room for questions.

Your guide is a major part of the experience. Steven and Revel the Devil are among the guides associated with the tour, and the published feedback gives special attention to their comic timing, welcoming style, and ability to tell a story with flair. The tone appears more theatrical than solemn, so expect spooky entertainment rather than a formal lecture.

Drinking Horn Meadery sets the mood

The first drinking stop is Drinking Horn Meadery Mead Hall. Its focus is mead, one of humanity’s oldest alcoholic drinks, made here in small batches with natural processes and carefully chosen ingredients.

For you, this stop adds variety right away. Many pub crawls rely on beer from start to finish, but mead gives the evening a different flavor and texture. If you already know you like beer, it is still worth treating this as a chance to try something outside your usual order. If you prefer familiar drinks, remember that the ticket does not cover your purchase.

The stories at this point center on women of the night, gambling, and gunfights. Those subjects fit the rougher side of a railroad town, where entertainment, money, and trouble often gathered close together. The guide uses the drink stop as part of the storytelling, so you are not simply walking into a bar and waiting for the next activity.

You receive no admission charge at the stop, but that does not mean drinks are free. Budget for each drink separately. Since pub locations can change according to availability, the exact order or timing of stops may vary.

Flagstaff’s most haunted buildings add the suspense

Between the pubs, the guide points out buildings linked to paranormal activity and old local stories. One local shop is presented as a place with a recent flurry of strange activity, and some consider it the most haunted building in Flagstaff.

That kind of stop works well because you are not confined to a bar for the full evening. The walking sections let you see more of downtown and give the guide room to explain how the buildings fit into the city’s past. You may also find the pauses useful if you want to ask questions or take in the architecture.

The route also passes one of Arizona’s most haunted hotels. The name of the hotel is not specified for every passing point, so the guide’s presentation matters here. Expect the story to do much of the work, with the building serving as a physical reminder that downtown Flagstaff has more than one layer.

This portion may appeal most to people who enjoy atmosphere and storytelling more than hard proof of the supernatural. The tour presents paranormal accounts as local lore, not as a scientific investigation. That distinction helps set the right expectation.

Dark Sky Brewing brings the strongest tale

The second drinking stop is Dark Sky Brewing Co., where you can choose from traditional recipes and more experimental brews with unusual ingredients. This is a good middle point for the crawl because it changes the pace after the mead hall and gives beer drinkers more choice.

The evening’s heaviest story is tied to this stop. It concerns a mother driven to madness who killed her four children during one terrible summer night. That subject is grim, and it may not suit everyone, especially if you prefer your ghost tours to stay light and playful.

For those comfortable with darker material, the story gives the tour emotional weight. The best haunted walks do more than list a series of ghosts. They show how tragedy, memory, and place become linked, and this tale appears to be the most intense part of the evening.

Dark Sky also gives you a chance to try something beyond a standard lager or ale. The brewery makes both familiar styles and experimental options, though the tour information does not promise a specific tasting or included pour. Plan to buy your own drink and ask the guide what is available that night.

The theater stop changes the story

One historic theater along the route now functions as a local place for music and arts. Its earlier identity is part of the ghost story, and the guide points out that the building’s spirits are not limited to what you order at the bar.

This stop helps show how downtown buildings change purpose over time. A theater can move from one era of entertainment into another while retaining the stories attached to it. Even if you are not usually interested in ghost lore, the building’s changing role gives you a better sense of Flagstaff’s past.

The route does not appear to include an admission ticket or a formal theater performance. You are passing by and hearing the story, so keep your expectations focused on exterior history and atmosphere rather than a backstage visit.

That limitation is worth knowing. The tour gives you a guided look at several places, but it is not a museum tour or architectural walking tour. Its main goal is to combine local history with drinks and supernatural tales.

The Weatherford Hotel closes the evening

The final pub stop is the Weatherford Hotel, one of downtown Flagstaff’s best-known historic addresses. The hotel attracts visitors from around the world and is especially associated with its Zane Grey ballroom.

The setting makes sense for the final drink. Hotels collect stories from residents, workers, performers, and passersby, and the Weatherford’s long history gives the guide plenty to discuss. You will hear tales tied to hauntings in the hotel halls while enjoying your last drink of the crawl.

The Weatherford is also a strong finish because it brings together several themes from the evening: travel, entertainment, old buildings, and the people who passed through Flagstaff. You get a final chance to ask questions before returning to the meeting point.

Again, the exact pub lineup can change based on availability. If the Weatherford or another location cannot host the group, the operator may adjust the route. That flexibility keeps the activity running, but it means you should not treat every stop as guaranteed.

What the $45 price really covers

At $45 per person, this tour is priced as a guided evening experience rather than a drink package. Your fee covers the haunted downtown walk, the guide, and the stories connecting Flagstaff’s buildings and past.

The value depends on how you normally explore a city. If you would otherwise pay separately for several drinks and spend the night moving between bars without much local context, the tour gives your evening a clear shape. You also get a guide who can point out buildings and stories you might miss on your own.

The price is less attractive if you expect generous tastings or included alcohol. Drinks are extra, and three stops can add a noticeable amount to the final cost. I would set a separate drink budget before booking so the total does not surprise you.

The strongest value comes from the combination of access, pacing, and storytelling. You are not simply buying a pub table. You are paying for an organized route through downtown and for a guide who can keep the history moving between stops.

Who will enjoy this Flagstaff night out

This tour suits adults who like a relaxed walk, local stories, and a playful dose of the supernatural. It works especially well for a Saturday night, a first evening in Flagstaff, or a small group looking for an activity that mixes sightseeing with social time.

You should enjoy it if you like:

• Ghost stories presented with humor and theatrical flair
• Historic hotels, theaters, and railroad towns
• Trying mead as well as beer
• Small-group tours where you can ask questions
• A walking activity that returns to its starting point

It may not suit you if you want a serious paranormal investigation, a quiet tasting, or a tour with all drinks included. The story about the four children is also quite dark, so consider your comfort level with tragic material.

Most people can participate, service animals are allowed, and the route is near public transportation. The tour requires good weather, and it can be canceled if poor conditions or low enrollment prevent it from running.

Practical details before you book

Confirmation arrives when you book, and mobile tickets make the meeting process simple. Arrive at the Flagstaff Visitor Center, where the tour begins and ends.

The activity is offered in English. It is booked about 18 days ahead on average, so reserving early is sensible if your Flagstaff dates are fixed. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

Wear something comfortable for walking and remember that the tour takes place outdoors between venues. Since the route and pubs can change based on availability, keep a little flexibility in your plans.

Should you book Spirits With The Spirits?

I would book this tour if you want an entertaining introduction to downtown Flagstaff with real local flavor. The railroad setting, haunted hotels, former theater, mead hall, brewery, and Weatherford Hotel give the night more range than a basic bar crawl.

The best reason to go is the guide-led storytelling. Steven and Revel the Devil are praised for bringing humor, warmth, and energy to the route, and that matters because the quality of a ghost walk depends heavily on the person holding the group’s attention.

Book with two conditions in mind: drinks cost extra, and the content can turn grim. If those points work for you, the $45 fee is a fair price for two and a half hours of guided history, downtown walking, and spooky entertainment. If you want included drinks or a strictly factual tour, choose another way to see Flagstaff.

FAQ

How long does the haunted pub crawl last?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Where does the tour begin?

It begins at the Flagstaff Visitor Center, 1 E Rte 66, Flagstaff, Arizona 86001.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the Flagstaff Visitor Center.

Are drinks included in the $45 ticket?

No. Drinks are not included in the tour price.

Which pubs are included?

The planned stops include Drinking Horn Meadery Mead Hall, Dark Sky Brewing Co., and the Weatherford Hotel. Pub locations can change based on availability.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The experience is offered in English.

How many people can join the tour?

The tour has a maximum group size of 16 people.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded.