Spooky stories meet Route 66 beer runs. This is a guided haunted pub crawl in downtown Flagstaff where the fun includes history, ghostly street legends, and snackable explanations you can actually follow, not just vague scary talk. I love how easy it is to line things up at the Flagstaff Visitor Center start point, and I also love the storytelling energy I’ve seen credited to guides like Revel and Steven.

One thing to keep in mind: it needs good weather, and the specific pub/bar stops can change depending on availability. That won’t ruin the experience, but it does mean you should plan to be flexible and not assume every exact venue will match day-of.

Key things that make this crawl work

• A guided route built for first-timers so you can learn downtown fast without getting lost.
• Story stops tied to real places like the railroad-era growth of Flagstaff and haunted buildings along the way.
• Three main drink stops (mead hall, Dark Sky Brewing Co., and the Weatherford Hotel area) with about 25 minutes each.
• A lively, question-friendly guide who keeps the tone spooky but fun.
• Small group size (max 16) which helps the guide keep things moving and interactive.

How the haunted pub crawl feels in downtown Flagstaff

Spirits With The Spirits is basically a guided “see downtown while you get creeped out” evening. You start on Route 66 and move through central Flagstaff at an easy pace, with stops that mix storytelling and time inside a pub or bar setting. The vibe is part history lesson, part spooky theater, and part casual drink-and-chat night.

The biggest practical win is that the tour gives you structure. Downtown Flagstaff has plenty of places to grab a drink, but doing a self-guided haunted walk can turn into guesswork fast. This crawl hands you a planned route, keeps you from duplicating steps, and gives you a narrative thread you can hold onto the whole time.

Also, the tour is built to make the supernatural feel local. You’ll hear about the forces that shaped Flagstaff—especially the railroad connection—and then those same downtown locations get reinterpreted through haunted legends. That turns the usual bar-hopping routine into something more memorable.

Starting at the Flagstaff Visitor Center on Route 66

Meeting at the Flagstaff Visitor Center (1 E Route 66) is a smart move, especially if you’re visiting and don’t know the layout yet. The tour begins there, and it also ends back at the same meeting point, so you don’t have to track a final drop-off location.

You’ll get a mobile ticket, which makes check-in pretty straightforward. It’s also listed as near public transportation, so you can avoid stressing about parking if you’d rather keep your night simple.

And because the group is capped at 16 people, you’re less likely to feel like you’re in a long human traffic jam. That matters on a tour like this, where the guide is also aiming to tell stories and keep the group together.

Railroad-era Flagstaff: the first story that sets the tone

The early stop is all about how Flagstaff grew. The tour frames the town’s expansion as tied to railroad building, and you’ll pick up that context as you get into the mood for the night.

Why I think this matters: it gives you a baseline. Once you know how the town developed, the haunted talk feels less random. You’re not just hearing about ghost sightings; you’re hearing about a place with an origin story, then watching that story turn into legend.

This opening also works as a warm-up. Even if you’re not a “paranormal person,” it’s easier to stay engaged when you’re learning how the town became what you see today.

The local haunted building stop (and why it’s described as intense)

Next, you’ll pass by or stop at a local shop connected to paranormal activity recently and described as one of the most haunted buildings in Flagstaff. The tour’s framing here leans into the idea that activity has been noticed in a way that makes locals take it seriously.

One practical note: this is not “just a creepy building” stop. The tour is clearly aiming for atmosphere, and the wording suggests you should expect a more dramatic tone than the earlier railroad context.

Drinking Horn Meadery Mead Hall: small-batch mead and old-west danger

Stop 1 is Drinking Horn Meadery Mead Hall, and it’s a fun pivot from the street-level storytelling into a real drink-and-relax setting. Expect a focus on women of the night, gambling, and gunfights while you sip mead.

The “why this works” part is that the tour matches story content to the drink style. Mead has that older, grounded feel—far from the generic bar experience—so it makes the past-themed stories more believable. The tour also notes the mead is made in small batches using strong ingredients and natural processes, which gives you something to ask about besides the paranormal.

You’ll have about 25 minutes here, and admission for the stop is included as a ticket item, while actual drinks are not listed as included. So treat this as a “buy what you want” setting. If mead is new to you, use this time to sample something light first, then decide if you want to go deeper.

Dark Sky Brewing Co.: the tour’s heaviest tale

Stop 2 is Dark Sky Brewing Co., and it’s here that the tour turns darker. The story centers on a mother driven to madness and the tragedy of four children in one fateful summer night, with the tour presenting it as the heaviest narrative of the route.

I like that the tour doesn’t keep everything at the jump-scare level. It’s a reminder that “haunted” doesn’t always mean silly ghosts. Sometimes it’s the way communities remember painful moments.

If you’re the type who likes spooky to stay playful, this may be more intense than you want. It’s worth knowing that upfront so you can decide if you want to treat the evening as a chill tour or as a full-on dark story night.

As for the beer: the tour notes that Dark Sky brews traditional recipes plus experimentally fun brews with exotic ingredients. That gives you options. Even if the paranormal story isn’t your thing, this stop can still land because the beer lineup is built for people who like variety.

Weatherford Hotel finale: grand atmosphere and past-present haunting

Stop 3 is the Weatherford Hotel, described as one of the most haunted hotels in Arizona. The tour also flags the Zane Grey ballroom as a key point tied to the building, and you’ll hear haunted stories from both the past and the present while enjoying your final drink of the tour.

Why this is a strong ending: hotels tend to feel like story engines. They’re full of arrivals and departures, secrets and rumors, and enough history built into the architecture that your imagination does the rest. Ending here also makes the final 25 minutes feel like a “climax,” not just another stop.

A lot of the best haunted-tour energy comes from atmosphere, and this is clearly chosen for that reason. One review even highlighted the Hotel Monte Vista atmosphere specifically, which fits the sense that the final location leaves a lasting impression.

The guide matters: how energetic storytellers keep it fun

This kind of tour lives and dies by the guide’s pacing. The tone is spooky, but the reviews emphasize guides who are engaging, humorous, and quick to make tourists feel welcome.

Names that show up in the feedback include Revel and Steven. What I take from that: the best version of this tour isn’t “read a script.” It’s a guide who can answer questions, keep the group moving, and land the scary moments without turning the evening into a lecture.

You’ll also want a guide who can shift between different types of stories—railroad-era growth, local haunted-building legends, and then the pub stops where you’re supposed to relax for a bit. The tour is designed for that rhythm, and the reviews suggest the guides deliver it well.

If you’re the kind of traveler who likes to ask questions, this is a good fit. The format gives you real opportunities to get clarification while still keeping the schedule on track.

Timing and pacing: what 2.5 hours usually feels like

The total duration is about 2 hours 30 minutes. Each main drink stop is set at roughly 25 minutes, with additional time spent at earlier story points and passing historic haunted buildings along the way.

In practice, you should plan for a night that mixes short walking segments with “stay and listen” moments. If you want a relaxed, sit-for-hours kind of evening, a crawl like this may feel a bit structured. But if you like evenings with variety—history, then a mead hall, then brewing stories, then a hotel finale—this timing is built for you.

Pub/bar locations can change based on availability, which is another reason to keep your expectations flexible. The core experience stays intact, but your exact route inside the downtown bar scene may shift a little.

What’s included (and what you’ll pay for)

Here’s the practical breakdown. The tour includes:

• A guided haunted pub crawl through downtown Flagstaff’s haunted history
• An experienced, knowledgeable, and eccentric guide
• A new knowledge of downtown Flagstaff’s history

What’s not included:

• Drinks

That means your $45 covers the guided experience and the route storytelling, not a drink tab. At each pub stop, you’ll likely be able to purchase something you enjoy, and at least one mead hall stop is set up for sipping mead during the story time. Just don’t count on the tour price paying for your beverages.

I think that’s part of the value. You’re paying for a planned narrative, access to multiple venues, and a guide who makes the setting click. If drinks were included, it might turn into a higher-pressure sales situation. Here, you can order what you actually want.

Who should book Spirits With The Spirits

This tour is best for:

• People visiting Flagstaff who want a quick orientation to downtown and a reason to wander it after dark
• Travelers who like haunted stories but also want historical context
• Groups who enjoy asking questions and laughing along with the guide
• Anyone who wants a mead-and-craft-beer evening instead of the same old bar lineup

It’s also a solid choice for couples. The route is small-group sized, and the guide keeps it moving without leaving you feeling lost or abandoned.

If you dislike darker themes, you’ll want to consider whether the mother-driven madness story is too heavy for your comfort level. The tour is clearly willing to go there.

Value for $45: why it feels like more than a “bar hop”

At $45 per person for about 2.5 hours, the value comes from three places.

First, you get multiple downtown stops with a built-in story thread, not just a list of bars. Second, the guide does the hard work of connecting places to meaning, from railroad growth to haunted buildings to hotel legend. Third, you’re moving with a small group size (max 16), which makes it easier to keep up and easier to hear the stories.

The reviews are also unusually consistent in praising the experience: a top rating and a high recommendation rate. I read that as a sign that the format lands—people feel entertained, informed, and happy with the mix of spooky and practical downtown time.

Potential downsides to plan for before you go

A few things can affect the night.

1) Weather matters. The tour requires good weather, so plan for an outdoor-friendly evening. If conditions aren’t right, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

2) Stop changes can happen. Pub/bar locations are subject to change based on availability. That’s normal for tours, but it does mean you should think of the venues as part of the experience rather than a guaranteed checklist.

3) Some stories are heavy. The Dark Sky Brewing Co. stop includes a tragic tale and is framed as the tour’s heaviest story. If you want spooky but light, consider that.

Should you book this haunted pub crawl in Flagstaff?

I’d book it if you want an evening that does more than drink. You get a guided downtown walk, a story-led route, and a chance to try mead and craft beer in settings that clearly feed the mood. The small group size and the emphasis on an entertaining, interactive guide are also big pluses.

Skip it (or rethink it) if you’re very sensitive to dark subject matter or if you prefer a casual, unguided night. This tour is structured, story-focused, and meant to be taken as a single, connected experience.

If you do go, bring comfortable shoes and an open mind. The best part of a haunted crawl is letting the town’s details do the work.

FAQ

FAQ

How much does Spirits With The Spirits cost?

It costs $45.00 per person.

How long is the tour?

The experience lasts about 2 hours 30 minutes.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

How many people are in the group?

The tour has a maximum of 16 travelers.

Is the tour wheelchair-friendly or fully accessible?

The tour information only says most travelers can participate, and it allows service animals. No specific wheelchair or accessibility details are provided.

Are drinks included in the price?

No. Drinks are not included. The tour is a guided pub crawl, and you can purchase drinks at the stops.

Where do I meet for the tour?

You meet at the Flagstaff Visitor Center, 1 E Rte 66, Flagstaff, AZ 86001, USA. The tour ends back at the meeting point.

What if it changes which pubs we visit?

Pub and bar locations are subject to change based on availability, so your exact stops may vary.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.