NEVADA CITY, Calif. — Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park will host its 56th annual Humbug Days on June 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
During this annual “Homecoming” celebration, volunteers dress up in period costumes and bring North Bloomfield’s history to life, interpreting the buildings and cultural heritage of the Gold Rush semi-ghost town originally called Humbug.
Festivities include the “World’s Shortest Parade,” live music performances by Paul Emery, Eli Rush and Chris Crockett, historical children’s games, blacksmithing, lace-making and weaving demonstrations, root beer and ragtime piano in the saloon, and a ceremonial water cannon demonstration that sprays streams of water into the streets.
Enjoy E Clampus Vitus Chapter 10 BBQ, Coco’s Ice Cream, and other food in the shaded picnic area. Please note that food purchases are cash only.
The annual event is presented in partnership with the Sierra Gold Parks Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports education and interpretive programs at three California state parks in western Nevada County.
Visit Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park year-round with family and friends and discover the idyllic splendor of one of California’s most enchanting state parks. Furnished historic buildings include an 1852 home, drug store, barber shop, general store, saloon, blacksmith shop, livery stables, and the park museum/visitor center in the old town hall.
Admission is $10 per car (cash only). Cell phone reception is very poor, and there is no Wi-Fi or nearby ATMs, so plan ahead.
Getting there: Unless you have a high-clearance vehicle and plenty of time, do not follow directions to North Bloomfield Rd. or Hwy 20. For the paved route to the park, take Hwy 49 to Tyler Foote Rd. and follow signs and directions from there.
