Mystic, Conn. ~ Tickets for the 9th annual Nautical Nightmares production at Mystic Seaport are on sale now.

Performance nights are October 15-16, 22-24 and 29-31. Tours begin nightly at 6:15 p.m. and leave every 15 minutes from the Museum’s main entrance.

The area’s premier Halloween event is a dramatic experience that explores ghost tales, legends and unsolved mysteries of days gone by.  This year’s production, “The Mark of Four,” tells the tale of cutthroats, a cursed ring, dark secrets and a haunted woman. Visitors will be guided by costumed 19th-century roleplayers through the Museum’s darkened village in search of clues to the mystery of Annie Geary and the Gang of Four – all while remaining cautious of a curse that may be lurking around any corner.

Advance ticket prices are $21 for adults ($19 for members) and $20 for youth ages 6-18 ($18 for member youth). Walk-in tickets purchased the day of the performance are $23 for adults ($21 for members) and $22 for youth ages 6-18 ($20 for member youth). Tickets can be purchased online at www.mysticseaport.org/nauticalnightmares or by calling 860.572.5322 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Support of Nautical Nightmares is provided by Citizens Bank.

Nautical Nightmares is recommended for children ages 12 and older. The performance route is not wheelchair accessible and includes several steps. Visitors will be walking outdoors along both dirt and stone paths and are encouraged to wear appropriate footwear.

Founded in 1929, Mystic Seaport is the nation’s leading maritime museum. Admission is $24 for adults, $15 for youth (ages 6-17) and free for children ages 5 and under. For more information, visit www.mysticseaport.org.