This Halloween, The Haunted Vulture Mine In Arizona Is Transforming Into A Frighteningly Fun Halloweentown
By Katie Lawrence|Published September 21, 2022
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
One of the best Halloween towns in Arizona is also among the most haunted places in the state. Vulture City Ghost Town, a former mining camp where restless spirits are said to roam, transforms into a spooktacular village complete with live pumpkin carving, whimsical jack-o-lantern displays, trick-or-treating, food, and more. Although the destination is crawling with ghosts, this event is family-friendly, and it’s the perfect way to celebrate spooky season.
Vulture City doesn't even have to do anything special for Halloween to be scary - it is, after all, one of the most haunted places in Arizona.
Its heyday came to an end with the start of the war, as all non-essential mines were ordered to close. The residents - many of whom were mine workers - quickly left town, and the rest was history.
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Today, Vulture City is a ghost town and has been turned into a tourist attraction. Visitors can see the old mine shaft as well as an array of other historic buildings.
The fun takes place during both the day and at night, so you'll have plenty of time to enjoy all there is to see and do. And who knows? You just might see an actual ghost.
Have you ever been to Vulture City Ghost Town? If so, will you be attending their Halloween event this year? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section below!
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