# Ben Lomond Campfire Ghost Stories — Manassas

> Event for families in the Washington–Arlington–Alexandria area (DC / VA / MD / WV). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Fri, Oct 30 · 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
- Where: Ben Lomond Historic Site, 10321 Sudley Manor Dr, Manassas, VA 20109
- Ages: Not stated (spooky stories; best for older kids)
- Price: $5
- Status: Ended (last date Fri, Oct 30).
- Organizer: Prince William County Historic Preservation (Parks & Recreation)
- Official page: https://pwcparks.info/hptickets
- Last checked: Tue, Oct 27

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## About

An evening around the campfire at Ben Lomond Historic Site, the 1830s manor that served as a Civil War hospital before returning to farm and family life, where staff share the ghost stories and strange sightings that residents have reported over the years. It is a low-key Halloween-weekend outing for families with kids who like a good spooky tale; bring your own chair and a flashlight. Tickets are sold through the county's historic preservation ticket page.

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