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🍺 Haunted History at Four Peaks Brewing Company

🏭 From Creamery to Haunted Brewery


Tucked into the historic former Borden Creamery and Ice Factory—a Mission Revival brick building constructed in 1892—is Four Peaks Brewing Company, a staple at 1340 E. 8th Street, Tempe


Originally churning out ice and milk for the Southeast Valley, it was eventually converted into a brewery and pub. Yet the ghosts of its past seem to linger.


👻 Ghostly Residents & Strange Phenomena


The team from Ghost Adventures even featured Four Peaks in their 2023 “Terror in Tempe” episode, citing multiple unexplained happenings en.wikipedia.org+6discovery.com+6tempetourism.com+6.


Here are the most reported ghostly sightings:


  • Victor Vogel: A former worker whose apparition allegedly appears in vintage photos—and reportedly wanders around the brewery’s industrial cooler azfamily.com+12axios.com+12tempetourism.com+12.

  • The Little Girl: Staff members have recounted seeing a young girl’s ghostly figure near fermentation tanks .

  • Tall Gray Man & “Anthony”: Employees describe an imposing grey silhouette of a man and a territorial spirit locals have named Anthony phoenixnewtimes.com+3axios.com+3axios.com+3.

  • Moving Tools & Eerie Noises: Tours and staff frequently report tools being displaced overnight and strange sounds echoing in the rafters axios.com+2tempetourism.com+2tempetourism.com+2.

  • Radio-Frequency Anomalies: Tour guides often use a spirit box at the conclusion of tours, noting it emits eerie, ghost-associated interference discovery.com+2axios.com+2axios.com+2.


    🕵️ Investigation Tours


    Between late September and Halloween, Four Peaks hosts a Haunted Brewery Tour most Sundays–Wednesdays, typically at 7 PM and 8:30 PM tempetourism.com+3axios.com+3axios.com+3.


    Tours last about an hour, led by flashlight, and include:


    🧟‍♀️ Why Visit?


    1. Paranormal action – Real testimonies from staff and patrons, plus national spotlight on Ghost Adventures.

    2. History meets haunt – A storied 19th‑century industrial site still in everyday use.

    3. Access & atmosphere – Easily walkable from downtown and ASU; late-night flashlight tours amplify the creepiness.


    ✅ Tips Before You Go


    • Plan a reservation early — Ghost tours fill up fast around Halloween.

    • Wear closed-toe shoes and bring a light jacket—areas can feel chilly.

    • Be ghost-hunting ready: A phone for audio, possibly an EMF meter if you want extra evidence.

    • Arrive 15 minutes early to grab your ticket, merch, and pre-tour brews.


    ⚰️ Still Spooked? Other Haunted Gems in Tempe


    • Casey Moore’s Oyster House (850 S Ash Ave.): Haunted by the spirit of “Sarah,” a woman thought to have been strangled upstairs. Reports include swinging lamps, disappearing cutlery, and falling paintingsen.wikipedia.orgen.wikipedia.org+8tempetourism.com+8azhauntedhouses.com+8.

    • Old St. Mary’s Church (230 E University Ave): Built in 1903, this Romanesque Revival chapel carries centuries of history—and local legend whispers of ghostly hushed prayers en.wikipedia.org.

    • Double Butte Cemetery (2505 W Broadway Rd): Dating to 1887, it houses pioneers and governors, with eerie tales told at sunset among its ancient headstones en.wikipedia.org.


    🎃 Final Thoughts


    Whether you’re chasing spirits, exploring local lore, or just grabbing a craft brew with an edge of dread, Four Peaks Haunted Brewery Tour is Tempe’s top haunted experience. You’ll sip history, hear ghostly whispers in shadowy corridors, and maybe encounter more than just the hops in your glass.


    Ready to book your Friday-night scare? Let me help you secure a spot—or uncover more haunted stops around Tempe.


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