After Hours: The Haunted Experience

May 9, 2026

Get ready for a day filled with presentations, conversations, and chilling discoveries as we explore the world of paranormal activity and history!

This immersive event will include a paranormal investigation led by experienced paranormal teams, as well as our special guests! We have two returning favorites back this year, Richard Estep and Josh Heard! Josh will be joining us for his 6th event with the Benton County Historical Society, and this will be Richard's second event!.

The Special Guest Presentations will be a free will donation and will be held at the Tilford Elementary Auditorium (308 E 13th St, Vinton, IA 52349)

Presentations will begin at 2:00pm. They will last approximately 1 hour, and will begin on the hour, every hour with the final presentation starting at 4:00pm. The final presentation is a special guest and host panel (Hosts: Josh &Katie Hopkins and Lollman Paranormal).

There will be a Meet & Greet with the special guests from 4:45pm - 5:30pm. This will be an opportunity for pictures and to purchase items from the special guests!

At 7:00pm - join us at the Vinton Train Depot for Summon the Spirits Snack Station! This is a fun and festive opportunity to mix and mingle with the special guests, and other paranormal enthusiast! Enjoy a variety of spirit-filled spooky treats provided by Lil’ Meg’s Kitchen, along with coffee, tea, and water available throughout the event.

This is a FREE event, and all treats and drinks are included—though free will donations are appreciated to help support future events. Come grab a bite, meet fellow paranormal enthusiasts, and keep the spooky vibes going!

This is one After Hours experience you won’t want to miss!

Tickets are sold out for the After Hours: The Haunted Experience Investigation! $30/person

The investigation is sold out. If you would like to be placed on a waiting list, use the form below to be placed on the waiting list.