Halloween Paranormal Investigation and Dinner at The Publick House Inn!

Celebrate the Spirit of Halloween With Us!

Join Authors and Paranormal Investigators Thomas D'Agostino and Arlene Nicholson on Thursday evening ,October 29, 2026 at the Historic Publick House in Beautiful Sturbridge, MA, for dinner and an evening of Ghost-Hunting at one of America's Historic and Haunted Inns, including the Ballroom, Room 40; after the event a visit to the Historical Cemetery adjacent to the Inn. (Weather permitting).

Costumes are encouraged (we will definitely be wearing ours:)

Be a part of this Interactive, Hands-On Paranormal Investigation at the Historic Publick House Inn, where YOU are the investigator!

Here's what we have planned for the evening:

Doors open at 5:30 PM for check-in. Coffee and assorted teas will be available for our guests upon arrival.

A Brief Presentation on the History and Haunts of the Publick House Inn and methods of paranormal investigating.

Door Prizes - Fun Stuff!

Halloween Treats for everyone!🎃👻🎃

Costume Prizes!!

Dinner: "Publick House" famous Pecan Rolls, Ceasar Salad with Parmesan Cheese, Garlic-Herb Croutons & Ceasar, Pasta with House-Made Bolognese & Alfredo sauce on the side, Beef Burgundy with Mushroom & Red Wine Sauce served over egg noodles, Accompaniments: Chef's Choice of Potato and Vegetable. Note: SPECIAL FOOD REQUESTS must be made in advance.

Hands-on Paranormal Investigation of the most active areas of the Historic Publick House Inn. We provide equipment for your use, or you may bring your own.

Cash Bar

A visit to the graveyard adjacent to the Publick House (weather permitting).

We will review the evidence from the evening will share what we find with you via email.

Discount on Rooms! The Publick House Inn is offering a generous discount for those who would like to spend the night after the event. Rooms are only $99.00 (+tax). Call the Publick House directly at (508) 347-3313 and mention Dining With The Dead to claim your discount.

NOTE: Because of the historic architecture of the building, there are no elevators, staircases only.

Dining With The Dead 1031 is more than an even- It's an Experience!

Thomas D'Agostino and Arlene Nicholson have researched and investigated the paranormal for over 44 years with well over 2000 cases to their credit. They are authors of eighteen acclaimed books on ghosts, haunts, and legends of New England.

The husband and wife team has been hosting paranormal investigation dinners for eighteen years at restaurants, hotels, and Inns throughout New England. Each event allows you to be the investigator, using equipment alongside us in search of the spirits that roam within the walls of the establishment.