5 Things to do for Spooky Season in MoCo!

Lillie Beth Warner • October 13, 2022

Ghosts, goblins, and ghouls galore! Check out all that MoCo has to offer this season!

October brings all sorts of fun activities to Decatur and Morgan County for those brave enough to face them! From ghost hunts to haunted houses, Morgan County has all the spooky sites that will have you shaking in your boots. Gather your friends and discover if you have what it takes to make it through MoCo's scariest attractions! We have compiled a list of the five things you must do this October that will make you SCREAM with excitement!

1.) Go on a Ghost Hunt in the Oldest Bank Building in Alabama

On October 15th The Southern Ghost Girls are coming to Decatur! You can take part in an exclusive Interactive Ghost Hunt and Live Paranormal Investigation of Alabama’s Oldest Standing Bank! You can join in this Event and get to be part of the actual investigation using state-of-the-art paranormal investigation equipment as you see on tv. TV Personality, Paranormal Investigator, and Psychic Medium Lesley Ann Hyde and her team of professional paranormal investigators The Southern Ghost Girls lead You on an Adventure You Will Not Forget! The Southern Ghost Girls Tours is making this exclusive stop at The Old State Bank for only one weekend on their 2022 Paranormal Palooza Season Tour!  The Old State Bank is rumored to house two ghosts that people have seen throughout its existence. “The Weeping Lady “ and “The Lady in Blue “ have intrigued people for many years. There is a special antique mirror, as well as The Bank Vault, that was used as an Operating Room during the Civil War, that has been the talk of haunted tales passed on by people too through the years!

The team will thoroughly investigate The Old State Bank to see if these Spirits of the Past do exist and see what other spirits or ghosts may still roam inside the walls and the courtyard. This Venue is Truly a Historic Gem that must not be missed! Don’t pass this opportunity by to actually get to be part of this first-ever public investigation of Decatur’s Old State Bank. You will be sure to find it spectacular, amazing, and spooky fun. It is recommended to get your tickets early as it will definitely be a sell-out!


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2.) Take a Haunted Hayride

If you are wanting a fun, scary activity for the whole family check out Go Far USA Park's Haunted Hayrides! They will be conducting haunted tours on Saturday nights in the month of October from 7:00-10:00 PM! Go Far USA Park is located 895 S Bethel Rd, Decatur, AL 35603. The gates open at 6:00 PM for the event. The ride is approximately 20 minutes long, and cost $12 per person. 

3.) Explore a Haunted House

On Moulton Street, in Downtown Decatur, there are old buildings that have a lot of history that line the street. The Brick Deli occupies the downstairs of one of the historic buildings, while the upstairs remains vacant.... or so they thought. During the month of October Nightmare on Moulton Street transforms the upstairs building into a terrifying haunted house. Over the years, it has been documented that there are spirits in the upstairs area of the Brick. You may run into a spirit or two during this scary tour. Nightmare on Moulton Street is a charity organization that runs Decatur's only haunted house. This spooky spot will have tours:


Friday, October 21st 7-11

Saturday, October 22nd 6-11

Friday, October 28th 7-11

Saturday, October 29th 6-11


It cost $15 per person and all proceeds go to the American Cancer Society! If you are brave enough look below for more information!

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4.) Watch a scary movie

The historic Princess Theater is showing your favorite classics, family-friendly, and scary thrillers this October! During weekdays, you can buy a ticket from the box office or online to reserve your spot to watch one of the awesome Halloween movies. For more information check out the Princess Theater's website for showtimes!

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5.) Find something Unknown

You never know what may be lurking in the distance. Follow along our Unknown trail which explores some of the spookiest areas of Decatur! Some say Big Foot walks among us..... maybe you will be the next to spot him. The Unknown trail will take you to places you may have never been before so look closely as you travel. To sign up for the Unknown Trail click on the link below!

Discover the Unknown!
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