A FAMILY-FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN EVENT: Ghosts on the Banke
October 17–18 & 24–25, 2025 | Rain or by moonlight.
Arrival times begin at 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM. The event concludes at 8:00 PM.
Step into Halloween magic as you trick-or-treat outdoors from house to historic house, guided by the glow of carved pumpkins, candle boxes, and string lights in Portsmouth’s oldest waterfront neighborhood. Meet wayward pirates and a mysterious fortune-teller, listen to ghostly tales echoing through the night, and warm up by the All Hallows Bonfire. Create giant spider webs, dance to haunting tunes, and play games for prizes. Dare to knock on the witch’s door and ask for a treat—if you’re brave enough!
Event Dates & Times:
- Friday, October 17 at 5:00 PM
- Friday, October 17 at 6:00 PM
- Saturday, October 18 at 5:00 PM
- Saturday, October 18 at 6:00 PM
- Friday, October 24 at 5:00 PM
- Friday, October 24 at 6:00 PM
- Saturday, October 25 at 5:00 PM
- Saturday, October 25 at 6:00 PM
Parking is unavailable on-site, as it is reserved for handicapped accessibility on a first-come, first-served basis; please refer to the FAQ section for more information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
MEMBERS
Members enjoy first access to purchase tickets. Additionally, receive 50% to 100% off the cost of tickets based on membership level. The quantity of discounted tickets is also based on membership level.
Adults (ages 1+): $8 or free
Children (under 1): free, ticket required
NONMEMBERS
Experience the thrill of Ghosts on the Banke! Enjoy a safe and enchanting trick-or-treating experience, complete with spooky storytelling and historical charm at Strawbery Banke Museum.
Adults (ages 1+): $16
Children (under 1): free, ticket required
Purchase Tickets Here!
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A SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER
Join as a Member and Unlock Yer Treasure!
From Monday, September 15, 2025, through Saturday, October 25, 2026, at 8 PM, all new and renewing Strawbery Banke Members will receive a voucher for a Treasure Chest Mystery Prize, redeemable in person only at the Membership Table during Ghosts on the Banke.
Inside the chest, ye may discover treasures such as:
- A FREE week of Strawbery Banke Summer Camp (excludes before/after care) – $400 value
- 10 FREE ice skating admission tickets to Labrie Family Skate at Puddle Dock Pond – $120 value
- 4 FREE tickets to Candlelight Stroll – $136 value
And more surprises await!
Plus, as a Strawbery Banke member, ye also enjoy exclusive event discounts to Ghosts on the Banke and Candlelight Stroll, early access to tickets, and treasures throughout the year!
Ghosts on the Banke admission tickets are not included with this promotion. One voucher per membership purchase. Non-transferable. No cash value. Offer expires Saturday, October 25, 2025.
