The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: A Musical Reading at Old North Church

Experience a hauntingly beautiful autumn night at the Old North Church with a musical reading of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.
About this Event

Experience a hauntingly beautiful autumn night in Boston’s most historic venue. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: A Musical Reading comes to the Old North Church for two performances, one night only, on Friday, October 9, 2026.

Step into the shadows of history as the brilliant Johnny Kinsman brings Washington Irving’s classic tale of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman to life. The gripping live recitation is perfectly paired with a breathtaking atmospheric score of original music, composed and performed by multi-instrumentalist Josiah Reibstein & Co.

Set inside the historic, candlelit sanctuary of the Old North Church, this immersive performance blends 18th-century charm with spine-chilling storytelling. It is the ultimate way to celebrate the October season in New England.

Elevate your experience by adding an Old North Church Crypt Tour to your itinerary. Descend beneath the church floorboards on a 20-minute guided tour to explore the stories of 37 brick tombs holding the remains of 1,100 early Bostonians.

Doors open at 5:00pm, and the performances begin at 5:30pm and 7:00pm. Seating and crypt tours are strictly limited inside this historic landmark, so secure your tickets today before they vanish into the night!
Ticket Options
All guests will sit in the church's signature box pews. If you purchase 1-2 tickets, you may share a pew with other guests.
Single Ticket: $35
3-Seat Private Pew: $95
4-Seat Private Pew: $130
5-Seat Private Pew: $160
For an additional $10 per person, enjoy a guided tour of Old North Church's historic crypt after the show! Tours run at 6:30pm and 8:00pm.