Windy City Paranormal Festival

Windy City Paranormal Festival Brings the Strange & Unexplained to Chicago This Summer

Chicago, IL – June 12-15, 2025 – This summer, the supernatural takes center stage as Windy City Paranormal Festival (Windy City ParaFest) descends upon Chicago for four thrilling days of mystery, magic, and the macabre. Unlike any other paranormal event, Windy City ParaFest isn’t just about ghost hunting—it’s an immersive, social celebration of storytelling, history, and the wonderfully weird.

This 21+ festival, spanning some of Chicago’s best venues—including Untitled Supper Club, Comedy Bar, and Punch Bowl Social—invites guests to dive headfirst into a stacked lineup of eerie entertainment. From spine-tingling live storytelling and haunted bar investigations to a seductive supernatural burlesque show (BOO!-lesque) and the ultimate retro bash, “Haunted 80’s Prom,” there’s something for every seeker of the strange.

A Paranormal Lineup Like No Other

Windy City ParaFest assembles some of the most dynamic voices in the paranormal realm, with television personalities, podcast hosts, psychics, artists, and paranormal investigators leading the charge. Featured guests include:

• Adam Berry (Kindred Spirits, Ghost Hunters, Goodbye Hello), hosting Paranormal Pictionary

• John E.L. Tenney (Unsolved Mysteries, Ghost Stalkers, What’s Up Weirdo?)

• Heather Taddy (Paranormal State, Alien Highway, Travel the Dead)

• Jessica Knapik (What’s Up Weirdo? Podcast)

• Nicole Launius & Noëlle Kruppa (Quite Unusual Podcast)

• Ken Boggle (Living for the Dead)

• Tammie Merheb-Chavez & Brice Mitchell Williams (Hollyweird Paranormal Podcast)

• Robyn Valentine & Maria (Coffee and Cauldrons Podcast)

• Z Thee Witch (FearHQ, Around the Cauldron Podcast)

• Julia Halina Hadas (Witchcraft Cocktails)

• Joshua Dairen (Dairenormal, Paranormal History Researcher)

• Tawney Lewis (Scariest Places)

• Rockette Fox (Liminal TV)

• ParaPeculiar (Museum of Haunted Items)

… and many more.

Step Into the Unknown

Windy City ParaFest takes a new and inclusive approach to paranormal exploration, blending investigative curiosity with a deep respect for the histories, cultures, and stories behind the supernatural. With a mission to amplify underrepresented voices in the field, the festival prioritizes historical accuracy, ethical paranormal research, and diverse perspectives in the community.

A portion of the proceeds from Windy City ParaFest will be donated to Greater Than Hate, a coalition of the nation’s leading human rights and equality organizations.

Can’t-Miss Festival Highlights:

• BOO!-lesque: A supernatural striptease soiree blending burlesque with the bizarre.

• Paranormal “Pictionary” with Adam Berry: Test your supernatural drawing skills in this lively, interactive game night.

• Haunted 80’s Prom: A high school dance from the beyond, hosted by Nicole & Noëlle from Quite Unusual Podcast.

• Happy Witching Hour: A networking mixer for spirits (both kinds).

• Lore Storytelling Panels: Dive into terrifying true tales with expert storytellers.

• Live Podcast Recordings: See your favorite paranormal podcasters in action.

• Paranormal Investigations of Chicago’s haunted bars.

• Cemetery Walk at historic Graceland Cemetery.

• A spooky art show & curated vendor market featuring oddities, art, and occult creations.

Secure Your Spot—If You Dare

Tickets for Windy City ParaNormal Festival are on sale now for the ultimate eerie experience. Whether you’re a seasoned investigator or just paranormally curious, this festival offers four days of supernatural fun, unearthly entertainment, and unforgettable encounters.

Follow @windycityparafest for updates, announcements, and glimpses into the unknown.

Website: www.windycityparafest.com

• Posted by Bucket O Blood
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