The Real Annabelle Doll Goes on Tour—Here’s Where You Can See Her

Texas recently hosted a chilling celebrity: the real Annabelle doll. Far from the porcelain-faced version made infamous by Hollywood’s The Conjuring franchise, the actual Annabelle is a raggedy-looking toy said to be cursed—and she just made a rare stop in San Antonio as part of a nationwide tour of haunted artifacts.

This eerie roadshow, called the “Devils on the Run” tour, is organized by the New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR), the organization founded by legendary paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. For a brief moment, locals had the chance to come face-to-face with the infamous doll that the Warrens have kept locked away for decades due to its allegedly dark powers.

The tour’s Texas stop was the Psychic & Spirit Fest at the Black Swan Inn, one of San Antonio’s most haunted locations. This historic property, long known for ghost sightings and eerie activity, made for a fitting backdrop for the appearance of Annabelle and other haunted items from the Warren Occult Museum. Fans of the paranormal showed up in droves, ready to see if the legends held any truth.

Inside the Black Swan Inn, Annabelle was secured in a thick glass case emblazoned with bold “DO NOT TOUCH” warnings. The atmosphere was heavy with curiosity—and perhaps a touch of dread. Two additional haunted objects from the Warrens’ collection joined her, intensifying the spooky energy that filled the venue.

To ensure the safety of visitors (and possibly their souls), retired Catholic priest Father Bob Bailey was brought in to bless the site and offer spiritual protection. Known for his experience in spiritual warfare, Bailey’s presence added a sense of legitimacy—and caution—to the proceedings. After all, whether you believe in the paranormal or not, no one wanted to take any chances.

One of the lighter moments of the day came from paranormal investigator Ryan Buell, who posed with a replica of the Annabelle movie prop dressed in a Texas-themed Buc-ee’s T-shirt, proving that even haunted dolls can embrace a bit of local flair. His social media post about the encounter added a fun, tongue-in-cheek layer to an otherwise spine-tingling event.

Visitors waited in long lines to catch a glimpse of Annabelle, take photos (without flash, of course), and browse the rest of the event, which featured tarot readers, mediums, and a variety of spiritual vendors. Cold spots and random chills ran through the inn all day—some blamed the air conditioning, while others pointed to something less explainable.

Whether Annabelle is truly possessed or simply a powerful symbol of our cultural fascination with the supernatural, her impact is undeniable. Her appearance drew huge crowds, proving that the line between curiosity and fear is thinner than ever.

If you missed her stop in San Antonio, don’t worry—Annabelle’s journey isn’t over. The “Devils on the Run” tour is expected to hit several other haunted hotspots across the country. Paranormal enthusiasts, horror fans, and those just looking for a thrill can follow updates from the New England Society for Psychic Research to see where she’ll appear next.

As for Texans? They proved they can handle ghosts, cursed dolls, and brisket with equal enthusiasm. And when it comes to giving haunted relics a warm welcome, no one does it quite like the Lone Star State.

Would You Dare to Visit Annabelle?
Follow the “Devils on the Run” tour to see if the real Annabelle doll is heading to a haunted venue near you. Just remember: look, don’t touch.