Ghost Tours Near Me

Old Beechwold; What You Don't Know May Surprise You

On this tour we'll enjoy a 2.5 miles stroll through beautiful Old Beechwold. We'll learn about its unique origin, discuss its transformations through time, and witness its hidden gems. Due to the lack of any sidewalks and the narrow, winding roads here the tour size is limited. If you have weak knees or balance issues please bring a hiking pole or two as we may go "off trail" for a bit of our tour, depending on interest. We can discuss lunch options afterward for those folks who would like to go to lunch nearby. I will cancel this tour in the event of likely rain.

FREE Columbus Halloween Costume Crawl 🎃

🎃 Columbus’ **ONLY FREE** Halloween Crawl is back! **Read in its entirety** Join **Central Ohio Friends + Columbus Social Connection** for our annual Halloween Costume Crawl! Please only rsvp with one group. Last year 60+ people joined us—come solo, bring friends, **wear a costume** and get ready to meet some new people. 👻🍻 🔮 THE **ROUTE IS A MYSTERY** until you arrive at the first stop Only the **starting at whistle and keg** You must check in there **between 6:30-7:30** to discover where we’re going next! We’ll be leaving first location no later than 8:00pm. You must be signed in before **7:45** We’ll haunt a new bar about every hour, so don’t get left behind. ⭐ At **check-in** you’ll receive your **Gold VIP Wristband.** Some stops ***may*** offer exclusive event specials for wristband holders. 🎃 **Costumes encouraged .don’t be lame!!!** 🍻 Multiple Columbus bars 🔮 Secret route ⭐ Gold VIP wristband 👥 **Great for meeting new people** 💰 100% FREE to attend **IMPORTANT**: Arrive at the **starting location on time.** Cash out after each drink—we’re only at **each stop** for about an **hour**. 📝 **Waiver required**. Link will be **posted** in the comments. 💙 This **event is free.** Big thanks to Smash Buddies for sponsoring our Halloween Costume Crawl! 🎃👻 **Contributions** to help support future events are appreciated link will also be in the comments. 📸 Photos/video may be taken during the event. Drink responsibly. Be responsible for your own transportation and safety. **Stop scrolling. Start doing stuff.** Get out of the house, throw on a costume, and come meet some new people. 🎃 RSVP now🎃

FREE annual HALLOWEEN COSTUME CRAWL with Columbus social connection

Free in-person event: Take Control of Your Mental Health

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.

Hoover Hike

Join us for two miles of beautiful hiking at the Hoover Reservoir this Tuesday at 6 pm. This hike takes us across the dam and on to the Hoover Nature trail. This is a favorite hike of many as it includes the beautiful sights of the reservoir as the colors change. Join us for this hike!

How to Take Control of YOUR Mental Health

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Here is the secret of being positive and free: Thinking positively is not enough. You also have to get rid of the negative thinking. Your mind is like a garden. You can plant many beautiful flowers in it, but if you don't get rid of the weeds when you plant your flowers, the weeds will soon take over the whole garden. A positive thought is like a flower in your mental garden, and a negative thought is like a weed. You cannot expect to have a positive mindset if you continue to have negative thoughts dwelling and growing there. So, how do you get rid of the negative thoughts? That's what this Meetup is all about. Attend this local meeting and find out! The Meetup event will be led by a consultant who had helped many people live happier in life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center.

Halloween Happy Hour Hike

Psychic Fair

We will have our certified mediums available and you can receive 3 10-minute readings for $20. To keep you safe, we will be following all CDC and Health Dept. guidelines at our psychic fair today. Sitters and readers required to wear a mask. We will maintain a minimum of 6 foot physical distance during readings. Please, if you can, bring your own portable chair to use during your readings. Please note that we are at our wonderful new home at Unity of Columbus, 4211 Maize Road, Columbus, OH

Speak Easy (Storytelling)

The topic for October is "The Strange and the Spooky." Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions

[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).

Tour: Magical Portugal - Lisbon to Porto 2026

Join us on an week-long, women only, small group adventure to [Portugal](https://www.boldspirittravel.com/journeys-1/portugal-all-women-vacations-2026). From the sun-dappled streets of Lisbon to dreamy Porto, your trip **[highlights the best of Portugal.](https://www.boldspirittravel.com/journeys-1/portugal-all-women-vacations-2026)** Get ready to discover the enchanting landscapes of lush Sintra and the historic charm of seaside Cascais. This journey is about the good things in life: **friendship, fun, and food.** Leave the logistics to us and prepare to be impressed. **SOLO TRIP?** Solo traveler? No worries. **This tour is popular with solo women explorers who want to meet new travel buddies.** **DETAILS** * This is an all-women, small-group trip to Portugal. * We take a small crew of up to 14 women on this journey. * Learn more about Bold Spirit Travel and our mission to connect women [here](https://www.boldspirittravel.com/our-mission). **REGISTER:** 1. See your room [options](https://www.wetravel.com/trips/magical-portugal-lisbon-to-porto-bold-spirit-travel-llc-94319166). 2. [See package rates: 2026](https://www.wetravel.com/trips/magical-portugal-lisbon-to-porto-bold-spirit-travel-llc-94319166) 3. [Call us to talk about this trip. ](https://www.boldspirittravel.com/contact) 4. Rates start at $[5885](https://www.wetravel.com/trips/magical-portugal-lisbon-to-porto-bold-spirit-travel-llc-94319166)

Blendonwood Ravine Day Hike, 10:30 am