Friday 31st October

Where spirits never left…

This Halloween, Victoria’s most historic country pub comes alive — with stories of the past, the warmth of a roaring fire, and one unforgettable night in the Wombat State Forest.

The Blackwood Hotel, established in 1868, is not only the oldest continuously licensed weatherboard hotel in Victoria — it’s also one of the state’s most storied venues, with a real haunted history.

Once used as the town’s morgue during the gold rush era, the space beneath the pub still carries the echoes of its past. And on Halloween night, co-owner Jerry Dimas will lead guests through this underground space — complete with a recreated morgue scene and stories of tragic tales, including the ghost of Laura, said to have perished in a fire long ago.

Family-Friendly Halloween in the Hills

Start the night with Blackwood’s community-wide trick-or-treat tradition, where families wind their way through the streets and even the local cemetery in a uniquely spooky celebration. Then join us at the pub for a warming dinner, drinks, and a night of storytelling that blends local history with Halloween chills.

What to Expect:

• 🎃 Community Trick-or-Treating from 4pm. See event details at our Blackwood Community Page

• Full à la carte pub menu all night

• Fireplaces & outdoor seating available

• Tour of the Original Morgue Space (after dark, led by Jerry)

• Ghost stories including the legend of Laura and “Little Doaty”

• Local beers, boutique wines & real country hospitality

• Celebrate Halloween in a venue that’s truly seen it all

Whether you’re here for the food, the fire, or the folklore — this is Halloween at its most atmospheric.

📍Blackwood & The Blackwood Hotel — just 90 minutes from Melbourne
🗓️ Thursday 31st October | From 4pm
🍽️ Bookings recommended via blackwoodhotel.com.au or call (03) 4317 4899