Welcome to Calico Ghost Town’s Annual Ghost Haunt
Every year, Calico Ghost Town brings out the scare, fun and excitement of Halloween. This annual event includes, trick-or-treating, costume contests, pumpkin carving, kids’ carnival tent, live entertainment stage shows, haunted attractions and more.
2024 Calico Ghost Haunt Schedule
Weekend I
- Friday, Oct. 18, 2024
- Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024
- Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024
Event Hours
- Friday: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Sunday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Weekend II
- Friday, Oct. 25, 2024
- Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024
- Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024
Event Hours
- Friday: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Sunday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Calico Ghost Haunt Contests
Pumpkin Carving Contest
Open to all ages while supplies last. We encourage all pumpkin carvers to get creative. We have seen some great pumpkin carving from the scariest of scary to the traditional and funny. All supplies will be provided for the pumpkin carvers.
Weekend I & II
Pumpkin carving takes place Saturday and Sunday on both weekends from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with the judging at 2:30 p.m.
The pumpkin carving will take place at the White Tent area.
Prizes will be awarded for each category:
- First Place
- Second Place
- Third Place
Categories include:
- Ages 4-8
- Ages 9-13
- Ages 14 and older
Costume Contest
Contest begins after trick-or-treating . Held on the Main Stage, the costume contest is open to all ages and will be judged in the following:
Age divisions:
- Adult 14 and older
- Youth 13 and under
- For groups: the limit is five (5) per group for judging
Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:
- Funniest
- Cutest
- Scariest
- Most creative
Weekend I & II
Main Street Stage
Fridays
- 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays
- 5 p.m.
Sundays
- 1 p.m.
Store Front Decorating Contest
As part of our Halloween festivities, we will be hosting our annual shop decorating contest.
Concessionaires are encouraged to decorate their porches and shop fronts in a general Halloween theme.
Visitors are encouraged to obtain a voting ballot from the Park Office to cast their vote for their favorite shop front.
Visitors are encouraged to visit Calico Ghost Town’s Facebook page to cast their vote for their favorite shop front.
Campsite Decorating Contest
ATTENTION ALL CAMPERS!
We invite you to participate in our annual Ghost Haunt Campsite Decorating Contest.
THEME
This year’s theme will be “Where Nightmares Begin.” Use your imagination and show us your most creative displays.
Just decorate you campsite to match one of the following categories in your interpretation of this year’s theme:
- Cutest campsite
- Scariest campsite
- Most Creative campsite
- Overall best campsite
Winners will be announced each Sunday on the Main Street stage in town.
“Overall Best” winner will receive one (1) complimentary full hookup campsite to return for either weekend during our 2025 Ghost Haunt Festival.
Awards will be given to the winners of the other three categories.
Campsite Judging Days & Times
- Friday Oct. 18 & 25
from 9 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. - Saturday, Oct. 19 & 26
1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
All weather conditions will be taken into consideration. Judges decisions are final.
Doggie Costume Contest
Bring your four-legged fur baby to join in on the dog-gone fun as Dorsey’s Dog House hosts the Dog Costume Contest on Saturdays on the Main Street Stage.
Here’s a chance to dress up your furry friend(s) and show off their stuff.
Days & Times
- Saturdays on Main Street Stage at 1 p.m.
Trick-or-Treating
Trick or Treating is offered each day on both weekends of the Haunt by all our concessionaires throughout town.
Visitors are encouraged to attend in costume.
Days & Times
- Fridays 5-6 p.m.
- Saturdays 4-5 p.m.
- Sundays 12-1 p.m.
The J-Birds, Saturday Oct. 19
The J-Birds present an eclectic assortment of music from the last fifty years of the second millennium and the early years of the third adorned with high-quality vocals.
The J-Birds will be performing at:
- 8 p.m. in the Silver Bowl
Mistress of Reality, Saturday, Oct. 26
World’s 1st all female tribute to Black Sabbath & Ozzy Osbourne
In recent years the band has also taken on the name Madame Ozzy and released their three song EP on multiple platforms, such as Spotify and Apple Music.
The ladies pay tribute to both Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne’s solo career. They perform his classic hits such as Crazy Train, I Don’t Know and Flying High Again. A Mistress of Reality show promises to deliver a big Rock arena feel with the energy of true “Girl Power” that will have everyone on their feet!
Live Entertainment
The Storytellers
The Storytellers is a prominent progressive bluegrass band that has established itself as a creative force in the Southern California Roots music scene. They draw from the rich canon of traditional bluegrass, country blues, old time and folk music as a basis for inspired improvisations and intrepid vocal harmonies.
Weekend I & II
Fridays
Main Street Stage
- 5:30 p.m.
- 7:30 p.m.
Sundays
The Silver Bowl
- 1:30 p.m.
The Blue Henrys
The Blue Henrys were formed in 2003 by guitarist-vocalist, Henry Merenda. Known for putting their own spin on Chicago-style blues, they’ve been a fixture on the High Desert blues scene, performing at numerous festivals including the New Blues Festival in both Long Beach and Adelanto.
Weekend I & II
Saturdays
Beer Garden
- 10:45 a.m.
- 1:30 p.m.
The Silver Bowl
- 4:15 p.m.
Sundays
Beer Garden
- 11 a.m.
- 2 p.m.
- 4 p.m.
High D Boys
A comedic flair on good music and style! Consisting of a Banjo, guitar, a wash-tub bass, and a vocal prodigy. The High D Boys are a fan favorite.
Weekend I
Saturday
The Silver Bowl
- 10 a.m.
- 12:30 p.m.
- 2 p.m.
Sunday
The Silver Bowl
- 9 a.m.
- 10:45 a.m.
- 12 p.m.
Weekend II
Saturday
The Silver Bowl
- 10 a.m.
- 12:30 p.m.
- 1: 30 p.m.
Sunday
The Silver Bowl
- 9 a.m.
- 10:45 a.m.
- 12 p.m.
Mojave County Band
A Calico Ghost Town favorite band. Great vocals and rhythmic songs reminiscent of the good ol’ early days of Calico.
Weekend I & II
Saturdays
Leatherworks Porch (entrance of town)
- 9 a.m.
- 3 p.m.
Sundays
- 9 a.m.
- 11:30 a.m.
- 3:30 p.m.
Zombie Salad
A Calico Ghost Town favorite parody band performing holiday themed top hit songs with a comedic flare for lyrics. The vocals are serious but the beat is fun!
Weekend I & II
Fridays
Outside White Tent
- 5 p.m.
- 7:45 p.m.
Saturdays
Outside Leatherworks Shop (entrance of town)
- 12:30 p.m.
- 1:45 p.m.
- 3 p.m.
Sundays
Outside White Tent
- 10 a.m.
- 12 p.m.
- 1:30 p.m.
- 3 p.m.
Salem Sisters
The fictional trio of witches from the movie “Hocus Pocus” Winifred, Sarah and Mary were executed for practicing witchcraft in Salem, Massachusetts. In this performance, they are brought back to life after a virgin lights a black flame candle on Halloween night.
Weekend I & II
Main Street Stage
Saturdays
- 110:30 a.m.
- 2 p.m.
- 5:30 p.m.
Sundays
- 11:30 a.m.
- 2 p.m.
Kalvan Family Circus
The Kalvan Family are Calico’s favorite jugglers! Always a clean, fun show that all ages enjoy. The performance mesmerizes audience members and may draw you into the act. This L.A.-based family of jugglers masters the art and skill of juggling.
Weekend I & II
Livery Stage (top of town)
Fridays
- 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays
- 10:30 a.m.
- 12 p.m.
- 1:30 p.m.
Sundays
- 11 a.m.
- 4 p.m.
Danny Magic
International award-winning magician Danny Magic specializes in engaging audience members and including them in mind-blowing world class sleight of hand. With the title of 2012 and 2014 Hollywood Magic Castle Champion, Danny Magic is known in his field as Magician of the Stars with a client list that includes many of Hollywood’s top celebrities.
Weekend I & II
Fridays
Main Street Stage
- 8 p.m.
Saturdays
Performing through town
- 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Livery Stage (top of town)
- 9 p.m. (Mr. Hypnotic Show)
Sundays
Performing through town
- 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Reading of Poe's 'The Raven' by Odessa Dead
Stop by to hear the eloquent reading of Edgar Allen Poe’s “The Raven” by Odessa Dead. This performance is a Calico Ghost Haunt favorite as the backdrop of this reading eerily brings the 1845 narrative poem alive in a supernatural atmosphere.
The Raven tells of a distraught lover who is paid a mysterious visit by a talking raven. The lover, often identified as a student is lamenting the loss of his love, Lenore. Sitting on a bust of Pallas, the raven seems to further antagonize the narrator with its constant repetition of the word “Nevermore.”
Weekend I & II
Calico Town Hall
Fridays
- 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays
- 6:30 p.m.
Sundays
- 3:30 p.m.
Wildlife Adventure Time
A traveling zoo with animal ambassadors, learn about a variety of our rescued animals, what makes each animal special, and how their species survives in their environment.
While having fun, we also offer special interactions with specific animals whether it be holding, touching or even hand feeding.
Our presentations give you an opportunity for a one-of-a-kind experience.
Weekend I & II
White Tent
Saturdays
- 10:30 a.m.
Sundays
- 10:30 a.m.
Wild Man Dan Show
One Day Only! Join Wild Man Dan for a spooky family reptile show.
The Wild Man Dan will show us his reptiles and arachnids and tell us all about these spooky critters!
Stop by to see snakes, lizards, spiders, scorpions and more.
Weekend I
Calico Visitors Center (entrance of town)
- 9:15 a.m.
Calico Mountain Volunteer Gunfighters
Join us in some real ol’ gunfightin’ shows reminiscent from the wild, wild West. The Calico Mountain Volunteer Gunfighters will be staging shows throughout the day.
Weekend I & II
In front of Lil’s Saloon
Fridays
- 7:15 p.m.
Saturday
- 9:30 a.m.
- 12:15 p.m.
- 6 p.m.
Sunday
- 9:30 a.m.
- 2:45 p.m.
- 4:30 p.m.
Town Games & Attractions
Games for All Ages
Egg Toss
Saturdays
Livery Stage (top of town)
- 10 a.m.
Sundays
Middle of town
- 10 a.m.
Other Games
- Balloon Twister (balloon shapes inside the white tent)
- Mummy your Mommy
- Scream Contest – hosted by Lanes General Store
- Halloween Treat Walk
- Great Pumpkin Sweep – hosted by Calico Print Shop
- Candy Corn Guessing – hosted by Calico Leather Works & Indian Trading Post
- Face Painting (Calico Restaurant porch)
- Tarot Card reading (outside the Calico Office porch)
Haunted Attractions
Our haunted attractions are sure to spook you to the bone!
Visit our Mystery Shack, Maggie Mine, Gold Panning Adventure and Odessa Railroad for some thrills and chills. Take a special ghost tour (reservation needed).
Tours and attractions are an additional cost. For prices, visit www.calicoattractions.com.
Street Scarers
During the evening Scare Hours, costumed creatures descend on to Main Street for a quick scare, photo opportunity or chill down your spine. Watch out as they are lurking around every corner.
Scare Hours
- Fridays: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Saturdays: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Calico Ghost Town Regional Park
36600 Ghost Town Road
Yermo, CA 92398
760.254.1123
Admission Prices
Adults (12 & over): $15
Youth (ages 4-11): $10
Ages 3 and under: Free admission
Calico Days Camping
Four (4) tickets are included with camping reservations.
Visit www.sbcountyparks.com to make a reservation.
Event Contact
email: parks@parks.sbcounty.gov
phone: 909.387.2757