Spirits With The Spirits, Haunted Pub Crawl Of Downtown Flagstaff

Ghost stories taste better with a drink in hand. Spirits With The Spirits mixes Flagstaff history, haunted buildings, and three pub stops into a 2.5-hour walk through downtown. I like the way the tour connects the city’s railroad past to its spooky legends, and I like that the route includes different kinds of drinking spots rather than only standard bars.

The guides are a major part of the appeal. Revel, known during the tour as Revel the Devil, is praised for being funny, welcoming, and a strong storyteller, while Steven is also singled out for his flair and energy. The main consideration is simple: drinks are not included in the $45 price, and pub locations can change based on availability.

Key points to know before you book

• Railroad history sets the scene: Flagstaff’s growth is closely tied to the railroad, and the tour begins by putting that story at the center of the evening.
• Three different drinking stops: You may sip mead at Drinking Horn Meadery, sample beer at Dark Sky Brewing Co., and finish at the Weatherford Hotel.
• The ghost stories get darker: Tales range from gambling, gunfights, and women of the night to a disturbing story involving a mother and her four children.
• Energetic guides shape the night: Revel the Devil and Steven are praised for humor, storytelling, and making newcomers feel welcome.
• Small groups help the tour work: The maximum group size is 16 people, making it easier to hear the guide and ask questions.
• The price covers guiding, not alcohol: At $45 per person, you are paying for the walking tour, local stories, and access to the planned stops. Your drinks are extra.

Why Flagstaff’s railroad past matters

The tour starts at the Flagstaff Visitor Center, at 1 E Rte 66. That is a useful meeting point because it is easy to locate, close to public transportation, and puts you right in the middle of the downtown story.

Before the first drink, your guide explains how the railroad shaped Flagstaff’s expansion. This is more than a quick bit of background. The railroad helped bring people, trade, visitors, and opportunity to town, and it also created the setting for the rougher stories that make a haunted pub crawl work.

I like this opening because it gives the evening a sense of place. You are not simply moving from bar to bar while listening to unrelated ghost tales. The buildings, streets, and local legends are tied to the town’s growth.

The route also passes historically haunted buildings between the pubs. That matters because the walking sections provide a look at downtown beyond the interiors of the drinking spots. You will hear stories while standing near the places connected to them, rather than receiving all the information in one room.

The group can ask questions along the way. That is particularly useful in a city with a long railroad and hotel history, since the guide can explain details that might otherwise be skipped on a standard sightseeing walk.

Drinking Horn Meadery brings an older kind of drink

The first scheduled pub stop is Drinking Horn Meadery Mead Hall, with about 25 minutes set aside. The drink here is mead, made from honey rather than grapes or grain, and the business focuses on small-batch production, quality ingredients, and natural processes.

For me, this is one of the tour’s best choices. A typical pub crawl might move straight from beer to beer. Starting with mead gives the evening a different flavor and connects the drink to the idea of early human-made libations.

The stories at this stop cover women of the night, gambling, and gunfights. Those subjects fit the setting well. They suggest a rougher side of old Flagstaff, when entertainment, risk, money, and conflict could sit close together.

The mead hall also gives the group a change of pace. You are not only hearing about ghosts in old buildings. You are trying a drink that many people may not have tasted before, while the guide places it in the mood of the evening.

Your admission to the stop is included, but your drink is not. The same rule applies throughout the tour, so budget for three purchases if you want a drink at each scheduled pub. Pub locations can change, so Drinking Horn Meadery may not be available on every departure.

The haunted building stop adds local atmosphere

Between the drinking stops, the guide points out a local shop that has recently been associated with a high level of paranormal activity. It is described as a possible contender for the most haunted building in Flagstaff.

The appeal here is the setting. You are hearing about a working downtown building rather than a purpose-built attraction. That keeps the experience tied to everyday Flagstaff, where shops, hotels, theaters, and bars occupy the same streets visitors use during the day.

The tour also includes a stop near one of Arizona’s most haunted hotels. The hotel itself is not listed as one of the three drinking stops, so you should think of it as a storytelling and sightseeing point rather than a place where you are guaranteed a drink.

These stops help break up the pub visits. If the evening consisted only of sitting indoors, you would miss much of the downtown setting. The outdoor portions let you look closely at older buildings and understand how the stories fit together.

Since this is a walking tour, comfortable shoes are sensible. The supplied details do not give a walking distance, so you should not assume the route is short or fully indoors. Poor weather can also affect the experience, and the tour may be canceled if conditions are not suitable.

Dark Sky Brewing Co. brings the heaviest tale

The second scheduled stop is Dark Sky Brewing Co., also planned for about 25 minutes. The brewery makes traditional beers as well as more experimental recipes using unusual ingredients, so this stop gives you another kind of drink after the mead.

The story told here is the darkest of the evening. It concerns a mother driven to madness who takes the lives of her four children during one terrible summer night. This is not light ghost-story material, and the subject may feel intense compared with the earlier tales of gambling and gunfights.

That contrast is part of the tour’s design. The evening does not stay at one emotional level. Some stories are colorful and rowdy, while others are grim. I would keep that in mind if you are looking for a purely playful night out. The experience is built around spooky history, and parts of it are genuinely disturbing in subject matter.

The brewery itself gives you an opportunity to choose from a wider beer range than you might find at a single-style taproom. Still, the tour is not a beer tasting with a set flight. You buy your own drink, and the stop lasts about 25 minutes, so you should not expect a long brewery visit.

The theater stop changes the mood again

The route passes a historic theater that now serves as a local place for music and arts. The guide explains what the building was used for in an earlier period and connects its past to reports of unusual activity.

This is a useful stop for anyone interested in how downtown buildings change over time. The theater is not presented only as an old structure with a ghost attached to it. Its current role in local music and arts gives you a sense of how Flagstaff continues to use older places.

The mention of a bar at the theater also plays on the tour’s central idea: not every spirit in the building comes in a glass. That bit of humor keeps the tone from becoming too grim.

You will likely spend only part of the tour listening from the street or near the building, so this is not a theater performance or backstage visit. The value comes from the guide’s story and the chance to see the exterior as part of the wider downtown route.

The Weatherford Hotel is the final stop

The final planned pub stop is the Weatherford Hotel, again with about 25 minutes for a drink and stories. The hotel draws visitors from around the world and is associated with the Zane Grey Ballroom, which gives the stop a strong sense of local identity.

The guide shares stories connected with the hotel’s past and present hauntings while you enjoy the final drink of the tour. Ending here makes practical sense. A historic hotel offers a fitting final setting, and the atmosphere is more connected to Flagstaff’s past than a generic bar would be.

The Weatherford stop also gives you a chance to bring the separate tales together. By this point, you have heard about the railroad, old businesses, hotels, theaters, and the rougher parts of early downtown life. The hotel becomes a final reminder that old buildings can carry several layers of history at once.

Again, the exact pub schedule can change. The advertised locations are subject to availability, so the Weatherford Hotel may not be the final drinking stop on every outing. The tour’s structure is reliable, but the specific venues are not guaranteed.

Guides make the difference between a walk and a night out

The guides are not simply there to point out buildings. Their role is to carry the mood from one stop to the next, explain the local background, answer questions, and keep a group moving.

Revel is praised for being both funny and well informed. That combination matters on a ghost tour. A guide who leans too hard into theatrics can make the history feel thin, while a guide who gives only dates and names can drain the fun from the evening. Revel’s style appears to land between the two, with a welcoming approach that helps visitors feel comfortable in the group.

Steven is also praised for telling spooky stories with flair. His approach suggests that the tour can work well for people who want entertainment as much as historical detail.

The group limit of 16 people is another plus. A smaller group makes it easier to hear stories on a downtown sidewalk and gives you more room to ask questions. It also keeps the evening from feeling like a large organized march through the bars.

The tone is energetic and eccentric, but not necessarily frightening in the way a haunted house is frightening. You are listening to stories, visiting old buildings, and having drinks. Expect atmosphere and dark tales, not special effects or staged scares.

Is $45 a fair price?

At $45 per person, this is not the cheapest way to have three drinks in Flagstaff. The cost of alcohol is separate, and the pub locations can change. If you are judging the experience only by the beverages, the price may seem high.

I think the better comparison is a guided evening walk with a local storyteller. Your fee covers the haunted downtown route, the guide, the historical context, and the organization needed to connect several places in one night. You also get a planned introduction, three drink stops of about 25 minutes each, and additional haunted buildings along the route.

The value is strongest if you would otherwise spend the evening wandering downtown without much context. The tour gives you a reason to enter different establishments and shows you parts of Flagstaff’s past that are easy to miss during a daytime visit.

It is less appealing if you want a formal tasting, included drinks, or a quiet historical lecture. You are paying for entertainment, movement, stories, and access to a social night out. Bring extra money for drinks and remember that your total cost will be higher than the ticket price.

The tour is usually booked about 18 days ahead, so reserving early is sensible if your schedule is fixed. Confirmation is provided when you book, and free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations made within 24 hours are not refunded. If bad weather or an insufficient number of bookings causes the tour to be canceled, you are offered another date or a full refund.

Who will enjoy this Flagstaff pub crawl?

I would recommend it to adults who enjoy local history with a spooky edge. It is especially suitable if you want a social evening, like trying different drinks, and prefer stories connected to real downtown buildings.

It should also suit first-time visitors who want a quick introduction to Flagstaff. The route gives you a useful overview of central streets, old hotels, a theater, breweries, and the city’s railroad connection.

The tour may be a good fit for couples, friends, and small groups. The guide’s humor and conversation help make it more than a sequence of speeches. Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate, but the exact walking demands are not specified.

I would think twice if you dislike alcohol-centered activities, have no interest in ghost stories, or want every venue and drink choice fixed in advance. This is also not the right pick for someone seeking a strictly academic history tour. The evening favors storytelling, atmosphere, and fun.

Practical details for the evening

Meet at the Flagstaff Visitor Center, 1 E Rte 66, Flagstaff, Arizona 86001. The tour ends back at the same meeting point, which makes planning your evening easier and avoids the need to arrange a ride from a different neighborhood.

The experience is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. It lasts about 2 hours and 30 minutes, though the exact timing can shift with the group and venue availability.

Public transportation is nearby, and the tour has a maximum of 16 participants. Drinks are not included, and bar locations may change. Good weather is required, so check the status of the tour if conditions look poor.

Because the tour has a spooky theme, you should also consider your comfort with stories involving violence and death. The darkest tale is connected with the Dark Sky Brewing Co. stop, and the evening is not limited to mild stories about creaking floors and mysterious footsteps.

Should you book Spirits With The Spirits?

Book it if you want Flagstaff history delivered with humor, haunted buildings, and a drink in hand. The combination of mead, craft beer, a historic hotel, railroad stories, and lively guides gives the evening more variety than a standard ghost walk.

The strongest reasons to go are the local setting and the guides. Revel the Devil and Steven bring the storytelling energy, while the small group size gives you room to listen and ask questions. The biggest caution is cost: $45 covers the tour, but you still pay for every drink.

If that sounds like your kind of night, reserve ahead, arrive at the Visitor Center ready to walk, and budget for the bar stops. If you want a fixed tasting menu or included alcohol, choose another activity. For a social introduction to downtown Flagstaff with a dark sense of humor, this is a good bet.

FAQ

Where does the haunted pub crawl begin?

It begins at the Flagstaff Visitor Center, located at 1 E Rte 66, Flagstaff, Arizona 86001, USA.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point at the Flagstaff Visitor Center.

How long does Spirits With The Spirits last?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $45 per person.

Are drinks included in the price?

No. Drinks are not included, so you pay separately for beverages at the pub stops.

Which pubs are included?

The planned stops include Drinking Horn Meadery Mead Hall, Dark Sky Brewing Co., and the Weatherford Hotel. Pub locations can change based on availability.

How long is spent at each pub?

About 25 minutes is scheduled at each of the three pub stops.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The tour is offered in English.

How large is the group?

The experience has a maximum of 16 participants.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the experience are not refunded.