Times Square has New Year's Eve, Chicago has the St. Patrick's Day Parade, and Tombstone has Helldorado Days.

When an entire city comes together to celebrate the heart and soul of their beloved town, you know you're in for a good time. Don your favorite 10-gallon hat, strap on your boots, and head out to Tombstone's city-wide celebration of the Old West.

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Tombstone's Helldorado Days

Tombstone is known the world over as an icon of Wild West history.

Whether you're a fan of the town's history, love the many movies made from Tombstone's legacy, or just curious how a small town gathers to celebrate its legacy, there's no better way to embrace the heritage of The Town Too Tough to Die.

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Strap on your spurs, grab your camera, and plan on spending the weekend at the Helldorado Days festival! 

Celebrate Tombstone with Helldorado Days

The celebration began in 1929 to celebrate the town's 50th anniversary. Almost a hundred years later, the tradition continues. Helldorado Days is now Arizona's oldest celebration and takes place annually on the third weekend of October.

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READ: The Annual Tombstone Rose Festival

The activities kick off at 10 am on Friday and continue through the late afternoon on Sunday.

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Reenactments of gunfights by local Tombstone Vigilantes and other state-wide groups happen throughout the weekend, the Tombstone Vigilettes hold a Fashion Show, and the Word Famous Tombstone Helldorado Days Parade happens on Sunday morning make for a non-stop good time.

Sources: Tombstone.org | Tombstone Helldorado

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