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Amelia's Galena Ghost Tours, Inc.

129 South Main Street, Galena, IL 61036

Historic Sites

Hop onto a luxury shuttle bus with a theatrical flair exploring several locations in historically haunted Galena.

Amelia’s Galena Ghost Tours offers guided ghost tours that explore Galena’s haunted history, historic buildings, and spine-tingling local legends. Led by knowledgeable storytellers, these tours blend history and folklore for an entertaining and memorable way to experience Galena after dark.

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Galena Cellars Annual Fall Harvest Festival

Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery •  Sep 26 @ 11AM

Join Galena Cellars as they celebrate the 2026 Harvest! The 16th Annual Fall Harvest & Art Festival will take place at the Galena Cellars Vineyard.

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19th Annual Galena Oktoberfest

Depot Park •  Oct 03 @ 11AM

Family Fun, Live Polka Music, Wiener Dog Racing, plus German-style Food and Beer, headline this year's popular Galena event!

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Galena Country Fair

Grant Park •  Oct 10 – Oct 11 @ 10AM

One of Galena's most popular events featuring more than 100 vendors selling a variety of high-quality, original handmade arts, crafts and fine arts!

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