ROYAL OAK, Mich. — Halloween season is here, and according to Veteran paranormal researcher John E.L. Tenney (Weird Lectures & What’s Up Weirdo? Podcast), the city of Detroit has regained its top position as Michigan’s most haunted city. For over fifteen years, Tenney’s list of allegedly spooky locations has become a Halloween staple for paranormal investigators and enthusiasts of the strange.
Tenney has collected and compiled historical records, news reports, personal accounts, and community submissions from across the state of Michigan to inform those interested in ghosts, hauntings, and local legends. Mr. Tenney encourages Michiganders to experience these haunted destinations firsthand through self-guided tours and engaging with the community’s residents and businesses.
“The list has something for both believers and skeptics,” says Tenney. “People aren’t just interested in ghost stories; they use these experiences to connect with their neighbors and build a shared local history,” he adds.
Whether or not you believe in ghosts and haunted locations, Halloween is the perfect time to gather together with family and friends and share your strange, chilling experiences. Tenney’s yearly list is the perfect conversation starter for moonlit spooky gatherings and fun family outings.
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The 2025 Top 10 Haunted Michigan Cities
(2024 rankings in parentheses)
- Detroit (2)
- Saginaw (6)
- Traverse City (10)
- East Lansing (-)
- Canton (-)
- Troy (-)
- Kalamazoo ()
- Mt. Clemens (3)
- Lyon Township (-)
- Ann Arbor (1)
WeirdLectures.com is dedicated to cataloging the mysterious places and events that call Michigan home. Information is compiled and collected from a vast number of resources, researchers, and writings. Some of the information this year was obtained through emails, personal interviews, and private investigations. Every year, on October 1, Weird Lectures releases a list of the 10 most haunted cities in Michigan. www.weirdlectures.com