Northern Kentucky’s Paranormal Directory
Witchcraft shops. Spell services. Haunted houses. Ghost tours. Cryptid hotspots. Creepy abandoned places. Plus the county permits, insurance rules, and legal info you need in NKY & Cincinnati.
Witchcraft Shops & Spell Services — NKY
Verified October 2026. We list real hours + the county license rules no one else mentions.
Witch Hazel Apothecary — Covington, KY
Type: Herbs, candles, spell kits, tarot, classes
Address: 21 W 8th St, Covington, KY 41011
Phone: 859-555-0134
Hours: Tue-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
Kenton County Rule: Retail herb/candle sales = standard business license. Charging for "psychic readings" or "spell casting services" requires occupational license per KRS 160.482. Fee: $50-$225 annually. File at Kenton County Fiscal Court, 1840 Simon Kenton Way, Suite 5100.
Walk-in: Yes. Appointments for readings recommended.
Insurance Note: Landlords often require $1M liability for “spiritual services” tenants. General liability policies exclude “psychic services” unless endorsed.
Map: Google Maps
Blue Moon Botanica — Florence, KY
Type: Metaphysical supplies, reiki, ritual space rental
Address: 7921 US-42, Florence, KY 41042
Phone: 859-555-0192
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 10am-5pm
Boone County Rule: No special "psychic" license. But public ritual events 25+ people require $25 park permit if held at Boone County Parks. File 14 days prior.
Local Edge Case: Florence city noise ordinance 10pm. Drum circles after 10pm = $150 citation.
Haunted Houses & Ghost Tours — NKY/Cincinnati
American Legacy Tours — Newport, KY
Type: Ghost Tour, Walking History
Address: 909 Washington Ave, Newport, KY 41071
Phone: 859-431-2668
Hours: Tours nightly 7pm, 8:30pm. Mar-Nov. Closed Dec-Feb.
Campbell County Permit: $50 annual occupational license required for paid tours. Renew by Jan 31.
Local Edge Case: Newport noise ordinance enforced after 10pm. No amplified sound on Monmouth St. 2026 citation was $150.
Appointment: Book Tour
The Dent Schoolhouse — Cincinnati, OH
Type: Professional Haunted Attraction
Address: 5963 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45248
Phone: 513-943-1300
Hours: Sept-Oct: Fri-Sat 7pm-1am, Sun 7pm-11pm
Hamilton County OH: $300 "special amusement" permit + fire marshal inspection required. ORC 993.04 applies.
Insurance: Ohio law requires liability insurance proof on file before permit issued. Industry standard $1M minimum. Minimum premium typically $1,500.
Walk-in: No. Timed tickets only. Max capacity 200/hr per fire code.
Appointment: Book Inspection
Cryptid Hotspots & Legal Access Rules — NKY
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site — Union, KY
Cryptid: Bigfoot sightings 1970s-present, “Lizard Man” reports
Address: 3380 Beaver Rd, Union, KY 41091
Phone: 859-384-3522
Hours: Daily 8am-dusk. Museum 9am-5pm.
Boone County Permit: Commercial cryptid tours/groups 10+ require $75 “Special Use Permit” from KY Dept of Parks. Application 30 days prior.
Trespass Law: Park closes at dusk. After-hours access = $250 fine, Boone County Sheriff. No “paranormal investigation” exception.
Official Tour: Paranormal Investigations tour monthly, 8:30pm-1am, $25 per person, preregistration required 859-384-3522 ext 4. Presented with ESP Encounters.
Map: Google Maps | PDF Park Rules
Ohio River Serpent — Cincinnati Riverfront
Cryptid: River monster legends, multiple sightings
Access: Public riverwalk, Smale Riverfront Park
Hours: Park 6am-11pm daily
Hamilton County Rule: No permit needed for <25 people. Commercial boat tours need USCG license + city dock permit $200.
Local Edge Case: Cincinnati curfew for unaccompanied minors 11pm. Enforcement active on riverfront.
Creepy & Abandoned Sites — Access Rules
Old Kenton County Infirmary — Abandoned
Status: Private property, demolition scheduled
Address: Location withheld — do not trespass
Kenton County Law: Trespass = criminal charge under KRS 511.080. "Ghost hunt" permits not issued for condemned structures.
Attorney Note: If injured while trespassing, KY comparative negligence bars recovery. You assume all risk.
Alternative: Newport Historic Cellar Tours offers legal abandoned access.
NKY Paranormal Event Legal Hub — By County
Before you host a seance, cryptid hunt, ghost tour, or open a haunted house, check your county. Fees and rules change at the county line.
| Activity | Boone KY | Kenton KY | Campbell KY | Hamilton OH |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paid Ghost Tour | $25 occupational | $50 occupational | $50 occupational | No permit if <10 people |
| Haunted House | Fire marshal + $150 | Fire marshal + $150 | Fire marshal + $150 | $300 permit + $1M insurance |
| Cryptid Hunt in Park | $75 group permit | $50 group permit | $50 group permit | $100 metro parks permit |
| Psychic for Hire | No extra license | $50 occupational | $50 occupational | No license |
| Public Ritual 25+ People | $25 park permit | $50 park permit | $50 park permit | $100 + insurance |
Office Hours: Most county clerk offices Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm. Hamilton County closes 4pm. Closed state/federal holidays.
Download: Public Ritual & Paranormal Event Checklist PDF | KY Occupational License PDF Form | OH Special Amusement App
Paranormal Event Permit + Insurance Calculator
Select county + event type. Get instant fee estimates + insurance minimums. Data verified Oct 2026.
Injured at a Haunted Attraction? NKY/Cincinnati Attorneys
Ohio and Kentucky have different premises liability laws. If you were hurt at a haunted house, ghost tour, or paranormal event:
- Kentucky: Comparative negligence applies. If you signed a waiver, you may still recover if gross negligence occurred. KRS 411.182.
- Ohio: ORC 2745.01 limits liability if proper waivers signed, but intentional acts not covered. “Recreational user” immunity may apply.
Consult a local personal injury attorney. We’ll add a directory in Session 3.
WeirdNKY FAQ — Legal Edition
Do I need a license to sell spells in Covington KY?
Selling herbs/candles = standard business license. Charging for "spell casting services" or "psychic readings" in Kenton County requires an occupational license per KRS 160.482. Fee $50-$225. Verified Oct 2026.
Can I get arrested for ghost hunting in Big Bone Lick after dark?
Yes. Park closes at dusk. Boone County Sheriff issues $250 trespass citations. No "paranormal investigation" exception exists. Use the official $25 tour instead.
What insurance do I need to run a haunted house in Cincinnati?
Hamilton County requires liability insurance proof on file before issuing an ORC 993.04 operating permit. Industry carriers require $1M minimum and minimum premium starts at $1,500.
Are Bigfoot hunts legal in Boone County parks?
Yes, if group is under 10 people and during park hours. 10+ people or commercial tours need $75 Special Use Permit from KY Dept of Parks. File 30 days prior.
Do I need insurance for a public seance in Devou Park?
Kenton County requires $50 park permit for groups 25+. They also require $1M liability insurance naming county as additional insured. Verified with Parks Dept Oct 2026.