YERMO, Calif. (VVNG.com) — Calico Ghost Town Regional Park invites visitors of all ages to experience California history come alive during the annual California Days festival, held Presidents Day weekend — Saturday, Feb. 14, and Sunday, Feb. 15, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This family-friendly event honors the rich heritage of California’s early mining settlements and the state’s enduring legacy, blending historical education with Old West charm.

California Days coincides with National California Day celebrations every February, commemorating California’s admission as the 31st state of the Union.

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Festival highlights include:

Historical reenactments & living history demonstrations featuring gunfighter shows by the Calico Mountain Volunteer Gunfighters, classroom sessions from the 1880s, and Wild West street skits by the “Scoundrels Alley” troupe. 

Family activities & games, such as pony rides, a Pony Express relay, interactive displays on the Bear Flag, Butterfield Overland Trail, and Pony Express history, and the beloved Dorsey Doggie Scavenger Hunt with prizes for four-legged participants. 

Live music and entertainment from local performers, including The Storytellers, The Blue Henrys, Holy Crow Jazz Band, High-D Boys, Orange Town Revival, Mojave County Ban,d and the Blacksmith Boys.

Food, beverages and attractions served by The Calico House Restaurant, Silver Rush Burger and Lil’s Saloon; all regular Calico attractions — including the Maggie Mine and the Calico Odessa Railroad — will be open throughout the weekend. 

General admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 4–11, and free for ages 3 and under. 

Calico Ghost Town sits at 36600 Ghost Town Road in Yermo, California — a historic silver-mining town preserved as an immersive regional park. Attractions are available at an additional cost.

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