A Halloween night scavenger hunt will send teams through historic Philadelphia following clues tied to Ben Franklin, a supposed poltergeist at St. Peter\u2019s Church, the Hag of Pine Street and the legend of City Tavern\u2019s burning bride.<\/p>\n
Watson Adventures\u2019 Haunted Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt runs from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, beginning at Washington Square Park, 600 Walnut St. Tickets are $22 and must be purchased in advance.<\/p>\n
Teams will move through the historic district, using landmarks, cemeteries and local ghost stories to answer questions along the route.<\/p>\n
Stories and locations featured in the hunt include Independence Hall, Washington Square, St. Peter\u2019s Church, Ben Franklin and the former City Tavern site.<\/p>\n
Get event recommendations delivered right to your inbox.Discover festivals, markets, family-friendly activities and other things to do throughout Philadelphia, South Jersey and the surrounding suburbs.Sign up now<\/a><\/p>\n The event is a team-based outdoor hunt, with participants moving through the neighborhood and using clues and details they find along the way to answer questions. Watson Adventures says its public Philadelphia hunts are best played in teams of two to six.<\/p>\n Because the event takes place after dark and involves walking through the historic district, participants should bring a flashlight and wear comfortable shoes.<\/p>\n Haunted Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt<\/a><\/p>\n Date: Saturday, Oct. 31 Find more upcoming events here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Starting point: Washington Square Park, 600 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: $22
Team size: Best played in teams of 2-6
What to expect: A team-based scavenger hunt through historic Philadelphia featuring ghost stories, cemeteries, haunted locations and clue-based questions
What to bring: Flashlight
Tickets: Advance purchase required<\/p>\n