JayWalking Guelph Halloween

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Halloween Walking Tour

The Unfortunate Man Walking Tour. A Guelph Halloween tradition since 2018

William Harvey, who was dubbed “The Unfortunate Man” was sentenced to hang for his crimes on October 31, 1889.

This is in all likelihood the most compelling true story to come out of Guelph in the 19th century and each year around Halloween JayWalking Guelph brings this story to life.

“What I find fascinating about this true tale is that nothing is resolved in the end. We don’t know if Harvey was insane as claimed by the alienists (psychiatrists) or a cold calculating murderer as the law saw it. And of course the big question, why did the citizens of Guelph label this murderer “Unfortunate”?, says Jay of JayWalking Guelph.

That of course is for you to find out during this 90 minute walking tour. It’s not just a walk of course. You’ll hear newspaper accounts of the murder, in all it’s detailed horror, trial testimony arguing for and against Harvey’s mental condition and finally a shocking true account of the hanging as you stand on the very spot where it took place. The jail yard of the Wellington County Courthouse is one of the prettiest yet most disturbing locations in all of Guelph and it is particularly atmospheric at night in October.

“This is not a tale for the faint of heart, yet at the same time it is a touching story of love and family”, Often real life is far more frightening than any Halloween inspired imagining and this story will stay with you long after it’s conclusion. That’s one of the reasons I love recounting this tale on the streets of Guelph every Autumn”, says Jay.

For tickets to this Guelph Halloween tradition visit JayWalking Guelph Eventbrite  or contact Jay directly at jaywalkingguelph@gmail.com to reserve. 2 dates to choose from, Friday October 25 and Saturday Oct 26. Tour departs promptly from 8 Douglas Street in front of The Red Brick Cafe. Tours are limited to 16 people and at time of printing both tours are 50% sold.

Gwelf Early Days at the River Run Centre

 Not bad for the first ever performance of this indoor one man show.

Halloween 2024

It's becoming a Guelph Halloween tradition. The Unfortunate Man Walking Tour. The story of William Harvey and his family.

William was sentenced to "hang until dead" by Justice Street on October 31, 1889 and every year around Halloween JayWalking Guelph takes you on a journey into the life of this family. 

We visit the places that influenced William and ultimately the location where he was hung.

In the words of the local newspaper "It is a sad, sad tale".

Tickets are selling quickly for this years tour, so hurry. 2 performances only, Friday Oct 25 and Saturday Oct 26 at 8pm

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Gallivanting with Ghosts in Guelph

Guelph's Tour Guides, Jay of JayWalking Guelph, Greg from Ghost Walk of Guelph, Bonnie renowned author of Guelph ghost stories and Jaclyn aka"Creepin J." of Guelph Urbex are teaming up to present a hauntingly good time during October.

You do not want to miss this as we cozy up to Guelph ghosts. Goosebumps guaranteed.

Tickets and information HERE

Lilt of Laughter, Trace of Tears. The tour continues.

Wow, it was another successful show!

A two show day at "Silence" the charming intimate venue in Guelph. 10:30am a show for seniors. Members of the Guelph Wellington Seniors Association, Guelph Lake Commons Retirement, and Riverside Glen, came by the bus loads to attend and enjoy. They loved it!

Then at 2pm another crowd gathered including, once again, relatives of the playwright, Charlene Herrold to laugh and cry along. Delightful!

Tea 'N Tales Guelph's Storytelling Event

 Some snaps from the day.

Head's and Tales - pick a story from the hat!

by the banks of the Speed River

Telling

The three amigos

Allison Leroux