A Halloween-season tradition returns to Mississauga this month, giving residents a chance to explore the city’s past on a nighttime tour filled with historical characters, political rivalries, and a few spooky surprises.

The 25th annual Haunted Mississauga Heritage Tour takes place Friday, Oct. 23, at Streetsville Memorial Cemetery, where visitors will be transported back to 1836 to experience a turbulent chapter in Upper Canada’s political history.

Organized by Heritage Mississauga, the event uses live, unscripted theatrical performances to bring the past to life, with volunteer performers portraying historical characters and events as visitors make their way through the cemetery.

This year’s production focuses on the 1836 election in Upper Canada, a period when political loyalties ran deep and elections could turn dangerous. The theme, described as “Axe Handles & Whiskey,” offers a glimpse into a time when political disputes could involve more than heated words.

Rather than a traditional haunted house, the experience combines local history, storytelling and Halloween atmosphere, with performances unfolding throughout the guided cemetery walk.

Haunted Mississauga traces its origins to 2002, when an event featuring the late author Terry Boyle, who wrote Haunted Ontario, proved popular enough to inspire the creation of the annual tours. The event has since become a recurring opportunity to explore the stories and characters that shaped the city’s past.

The tour takes place outdoors after dark at Streetsville Memorial Cemetery, located at 299 Queen St. S. Tours are scheduled to depart every 20 minutes beginning at 7 p.m., with the Eventbrite listing indicating the final departure at 9:20 p.m. Each tour lasts approximately 45 minutes.

Admission is listed at $5 for adults, with limited spaces available. Heritage Mississauga’s event page lists admission for children as free, so visitors should check the ticket page for the latest details before booking.

Organizers recommend reserving tickets in advance, as capacity is limited. Visitors should dress for the weather and wear comfortable, sturdy footwear, as the cemetery has uneven ground and limited lighting. Bringing a flashlight may also be helpful.

For those looking for a different kind of Halloween outing, the annual event offers a chance to discover Mississauga’s history after dark, with a mix of theatrical performances, local stories and eerie cemetery surroundings.


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