GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FL — There is a distinct difference between hearing a ghost story and standing inside a 12-inch-thick brick cell where history refused to die.
On Saturday, January 16, Ghost Hunt Weekends returns to North Florida for a single night of raw, unfiltered ghost hunting at the legendary Old Clay County Jail and 1890 Historic Courthouse in Green Cove Springs. Joining the investigation are Mike and Chris from TV’s Wraith Chasers (Haunted Towns), setting up an exclusive, all-access ghost hunt through two of Florida’s most active historic hotspots.
If you’ve ever wanted to investigate alongside seasoned pros in a location where the heavy air of the past still lingers, this is your invitation inside the perimeter.
A Dark Past Sealed in Brick and Iron
Constructed in 1894, the Old Clay County Jail stands as the second-oldest jail still standing in Florida. For nearly a century, its solitary confinement units and sweltering cellblocks housed men, women, juveniles, and the criminally insane.
The site carries a heavy, documented timeline:
- Executions on Site: Six public hangings took place directly on a gallows scaffold erected on the property grounds.
- Tragic Line of Duty: Three local sheriffs lost their lives in the line of duty during the jail’s operation.
- Enduring Residual Energy: Decades of overcrowding, extreme Florida humidity, violence, and despair left behind an indelible mark.
Investigators, historians, and film crews—including Syfy’s Ghost Hunters—have documented dark shadow figures pacing the upper gantry, heavy footsteps echoing in empty corridors, disembodied whispers, and unexplainable physical touches in the dark.
What to Expect: The January 16 Event Blueprint
This isn’t a sanitized, ropes-and-barriers museum tour. Ghost Hunt Weekends delivers a fully interactive experience where guests get hands-on access. Bring your own ghost-hunting gear, grid lights, thermal imaging, or voice recorders, or investigate alongside the crew using professional equipment setup.
We have been investigating this beatiful and historic location now for over 11 years, I’m excited to be going back and letting fans join us on the hunt for the unexplained and paranormal – Chad The Ghost Hunter, Ghost Hunt Weekends Owner
Event Tier Breakdown:
- VIP Gold Pass Access (5:00 PM Entry): Includes early VIP Lounge access, reserved front-row seating, an exclusive swag gift bag, pre-event free-roam access, and private early access with Mike, Chris, and the crew.
- Premium Ghost Hunt Ticket (7:00 PM Gates Open): Includes entry to the Photo & Autograph Session, Celebrity Meet & Greet, live Q&A panel, and the complete Lights-Out Paranormal Investigation of both the Old Jail and the 1890 Historic Courthouse.
- Meet & Greet Ticket (7:00 PM Entry): Designed for fans wanting photo ops, autographs, and the Q&A session.
Claim Your Spot Before the Cell Doors Close
Because of the physical layout of the historic cellblocks and courthouse rooms, ticket inventory for the ghost hunt portion is strictly capped to ensure a non-crowded, authentic investigation environment.
- Location: Old Clay County Jail & Courthouse — 915 Walnut St, Green Cove Springs, FL
- Date: Saturday, January 16
- Ages: 16+ with an adult, 18+ to attend solo
- Tickets: www.GhostHuntWeekends.com
Laura Harrolson is a Travel Blogger and avid fan of anything paranormal, strange or unusual. She lives in Johnson City, Tennessee with her husband and 2 rescue terriers and is always looking for weekend adventures to explore and write about.
