GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FL — For true seekers of the paranormal, the real thrill isn’t watching a ghost hunt on a screen—it’s standing in the absolute dark, holding your breath, and waiting for a response.
On Saturday, January 16, Ghost Hunt Weekends is bringing that exact experience to North Florida with an exclusive, lights-out paranormal investigation at the historic Old Clay County Jail and 1890 Courthouse in Green Cove Springs. Helping lead the charge into the unknown are Mike and Chris from TV’s Wraith Chasers (Haunted Towns), giving fans hands-on access alongside seasoned investigators.
If you are ready to step behind the yellow tape and investigate a location steeped in raw, heavy history, your invitation has arrived.
Inside the Walls: A Century of Unresolved Energy
Built in 1894, the Old Clay County Jail is the second-oldest standing jail in Florida, holding decades of dark history within its thick brick and iron framework. Operating for nearly a century, the facility housed everything from local offenders to the criminally insane under harsh, grueling conditions.
The grounds carry a heavy and documented history:
- Final Sentences: Six public executions took place directly on the property via a gallows scaffold.
- Line of Duty Tragedies: Three local sheriffs lost their lives during active service at the jail.
- Residual Hauntings: Overcrowding, violence, and despair left behind an intense atmospheric weight.
Past investigation teams—including crews from Syfy’s Ghost Hunters—have reported disembodied footsteps pacing the upper metal gantry, shadow figures moving through the corridors, and inexplicable cold spots and physical touches in total darkness.
What to Experience on January 16
Ghost Hunt Weekends ditches the roped-off museum tours in favor of an immersive, all-access investigation. Whether you bring your own gear—like REM pods, thermal cameras, and digital recorders—or utilize professional equipment provided on-site, you will be part of the active investigation team.
Choose Your Level of Access:
- VIP Gold Pass (5:00 PM Entry): Early access to the VIP lounge, front-row seating, an exclusive merchandise gift bag, and private pre-event free-roam time with Mike, Chris, and the GHW team.
- Premium Ghost Hunt Ticket (7:00 PM Entry): Includes the full Celebrity Meet & Greet, photo and autograph sessions, live Q&A panel, and full access to the all-night investigation of both the jail and the 1890 courthouse.
- Meet & Greet Ticket (7:00 PM Entry): Ideal for fans wanting to catch the Q&A panel, grab autographs, and meet the crew before heading out.
Secure Your Place Before Tickets Sell Out
Due to the confined, historical layout of the cellblocks and courthouse rooms, tickets for this exclusive event are strictly capped to maintain an authentic, uncrowded atmosphere for investigators.
- Location: Old Clay County Jail & Courthouse — 915 Walnut St, Green Cove Springs, FL
- Date: Saturday, January 16
- Age Requirement: 16+ with an adult, 18+ to attend solo.
