Owen Sound After Dark: Whispers of the Sound

Ghost Stories, Shipwrecks & Dark History

Thank you for your patronage over the summer; we hope to see you in 2027!

Step into the shadows and uncover the darker side of Owen Sound’s past.

Led by a passionate local storyteller with a love for theatre, folklore, and historical mystery, Owen Sound After Dark is an immersive 2-hour walking experience through the city’s most haunted, mysterious, and legendary locations. From ghostly hotels and unexplained happenings to shipwreck tragedies and long-forgotten scandals, each stop reveals stories that continue to echo through the streets of Owen Sound.

As twilight settles over the harbour, guests will explore historic buildings, hidden corners, and eerie tales inspired by real events, local lore, and the people who once called this city home. Expect an evening filled with atmosphere, storytelling, and intriguing history — where the line between fact and folklore begins to blur.

Perfect for visitors, history lovers, paranormal enthusiasts, and anyone looking to experience Owen Sound in a completely different light.

Come curious. Leave wondering what still lingers after dark.

Tour Information

Duration: Approximately 2 Hours
Tour Type: Guided Walking Experience
Accessibility: Accessible walking experience suitable for wheelchairs, walkers, and mobility scooters.
Recommended Age: 12+
Advance Registration Recommended

Ticket Prices

$20 Per Person – Pre-Book
$25 Per Person – At the Door (subject to availability)

Tour Dates

Evening Tours – 6:30 PM

June 20 - SOLD OUT 

July 27 - SOLD OUT

July 30

July 31 - SOLD OUT

August 7 - SOLD OUT

August 13 - SOLD OUT

August 20 - SOLD OUT

August 27  - SOLD OUT

Afternoon Tours – 2:00 PM

July 8 - Sold Out
July 15 - Sold Out
July 31

August 5 - Sold Out
August 19 - Sold Out

Booking Information

Book through Owen Sound Tourism (located inside the Tom Thomson Art Gallery).

or by calling us 519-371-9833

Come curious. Leave wondering what still lingers after dark.

For more information, contact us at tourism@owensound.ca