Wild West Days


Wild West Days 2026: Jan. 31, 2026

Wild West Days returns Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the legendary Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, which is celebrating its 150th anniversary. Wander the historic grounds where outlaws and lawmen once crossed paths, then soak up a full day of frontier-style fun: stunt shows, live music, boot-stompin’ dancing, food and drinks, contests, hands-on experiences, and more.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, 220 Prison Hill Road, Yuma
Tickets: Pre-sale available through January 30 (see pricing below)

What You’ll Experience

Wild West Days brings the Old West to life with entertainment, activities, and immersive experiences happening throughout the day, including:

  • Wild West Stunt Shows featuring The Castle Dom Marauders and The Wickenburg Marshals
  • Live Country-Western music & boot-stompin’ dancing with Sojourn's End, Lance Kramer, Faith Lynn, Chavez Family Band and the Whiskey Road Saloon Dancers
  • High Noon Concert featuring The Gentlemen Bandits
  • Build-Your-Own Cowboy Hat Bar
  • Food vendors
  • Wild West Beer Saloon
  • Cigars by Son of a Gun
  • Best of the West Beard & Mustache Contest
  • Prison history presentations
  • Victorian Runway Fashion Show by the Yuma 1800 Club
  • Mechanical bull riding
  • Old-fashioned carnival games

…and plenty more surprises along the way!

Ticket Prices

Pre-Sale Tickets (available through January 30)

General Admission (13 & older): $18
Youth (ages 4–12): $10
Ages 3 & under: FREE

Day-Of Tickets (January 31)
General Admission (13 & older): $20
Youth (ages 4–12): $10
Ages 3 & under: FREE

Parking: Easy parking available with shuttle services provided by YCAT.

Whiskey Tasting Add-On (21+)

Want to add a little extra “saloon” to your Wild West Day? Join the Whiskey Tasting Add-On Experience, an immersive tasting that channels the bold spirit of the Old West.

Cost: $30 per person (plus event admission)
Sessions: 1:30 PM and 3:00 PM
Hosted by: Anna Kohler of the Guzman Hospitality Group
Ages: 21+ only
Seating: Limited

You’ll enjoy a curated tasting of three fine whiskeys inspired by the flavors and character of the Old West.

Make Your Plans

Wild West Days is a can’t-miss Yuma experience: equal parts history, entertainment and classic frontier fun. Bring the family, round up your friends and come spend the day at one of Arizona’s most iconic historic parks.

To learn more, visit www.YumaPrison.org, or call 928-783-4771.

See you in prison!