YERMO — Thirty-eight couples were married at Calico Ghost Town on Saturday, Oct. 31, during the third annual “I Boo” Halloween Marriage Services event, according to a Nov. 10 news release from San Bernardino County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk Josie Gonzales.
The Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk’s office hosted the event in partnership with San Bernardino County Regional Parks. Some couples eloped, while others brought as many as 40 to 50 family members and friends to witness their ceremonies. After the vows, newlyweds and their guests stayed on for trick-or-treating, an egg toss and other family-friendly Halloween activities throughout Calico Ghost Town.
“Halloween is traditionally our second busiest day of the year for marriages, just behind Valentine’s Day, and it was wonderful to see 38 couples choose to celebrate with us at Calico Ghost Town,” Gonzales said. “What makes ‘I Boo’ so special is that it has become more than a marriage ceremony. Couples bring their families and friends and make an entire celebration out of their wedding day. We are grateful to our Regional Parks partners for continuing to help us create such a memorable experience for our couples.”
The release said the partnership, now in its third year, reflects the county’s commitment to bringing services directly into the community while creating unique experiences for residents and visitors. The office thanked Regional Parks staff, its own employees and everyone who helped with the event.
Marriage services are available year-round at locations throughout San Bernardino County, and more special celebrations are being planned, the release said.
Upcoming events include Valentine’s Day, traditionally the department’s busiest day for marriages, and a May 4 wedding event for Star Wars and science-fiction fans. The release said details, locations and reservation information will be announced soon.
Couples interested in a marriage license, reservations or more information about marriage services can visit arc.sbcounty.gov/marriage.
Source: San Bernardino County news release dated Nov. 10, 2026