The glory days of Calico will be relived as Calico Ghost Town presents the annual Calico Days Celebration on Sept. 27-28, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Back in the 1880s, California experienced its largest silver strike in the high desert of San Bernardino County, and Calico became the place to be. Businesses bustled, the presses hummed and the town was alive with commerce and trade.
The town will come alive with music, shows and games for every age, recalling the days when silver mining was king. Between the music and games, visitors can stroll through the Old West Encampments on Main Street. Guests are invited to wander through this living historical display and interact with the townspeople.
Favorite features of past Calico Days events will return, including the Old West Character Costume Contest and Show, the Miner’s Triathlon, Old West gunfight shows and the crowd favorite — the Burro Run. Many more activities are planned for all ages.
Calico Ghost Town shops and attractions will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for youth ages 4-11, and free for children 3 and younger. Camping is available, and reservations include admission for up to four people per site. Camping reservations may be booked online at www.sbcountyparks.com.
Calico Ghost Town is at 36600 Ghost Town Road in Yermo, just north of Barstow off Interstate 15.
