Join Ranger Steve at the Nature Center for an interactive display of venomous animals and a discussion of their vital role in our ecosystem, “busting” myths about their behaviors, and have all your questions answered! Get hands on and hold items like snake skins, rattles, and even skeletons! MEETING LOCATION: Preserve Visitor Center No registration … Continued

Enjoy an evening of stargazing with astronomy enthusiast Ranger Steve! We’ll be viewing a selection of objects through a small telescope. Possibilities include plants, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters! We’ll also look at constellations with a laser pointer. Bring your questions! Family friendly program. Restrooms are available nearby, but please bring your own water/beverages. Please … Continued

Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the way we will discuss how to identify birds by sight and sound, and about the behavioral and ecological traits that make them unique. Some binoculars … Continued

A little country western, a little Southern gospel. Free concert presented by Wickenburg Friends of Music at the Wickenburg Community Center (160 N. Valentine Street).

Get tickets at dewpac.org.   Jukebox Saturday Night is a music review of the great Big Bands during the 1930’s, 40’s and 50’s. The 15-piece ensemble of energetic instrumentalists and vocalists celebrate America’s Swing Era by performing the greatest hits recorded by Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey, Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Artie Shaw, Cab Calloway, Benny … Continued

Enjoy the Preserve trails to learn about the unique plants and animals of this lush desert riparian ecosystem, and cultural history of the Hassayampa River! We will walk on mostly flat, but occasionally uneven or sandy trails for 1-2 miles total, as we check out Palm Lake and one of the trails along the river. … Continued

Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the way we will discuss how to identify birds by sight and sound, and about the behavioral and ecological traits that make them unique. Some binoculars … Continued

Did you know that Wickenburg is situated along a major migration route for vultures and hawks? Witness the amazing spectacle of hundreds of migrating turkey vultures flying in to roost in the tallest trees by the Hassayampa River Walk pedestrian bridge during “All Vultures Eve”! This free, family-friendly event will have informational tables and optics … Continued

Experience the charm of the Wild West at Vulture City Ghost Town during our thrilling Wild West Days event! Immerse yourself in two full days of captivating Old West reenactments featuring gunfights and entertaining comedy skits. Witness expert blacksmith demonstrations, try your hand at gold panning, and explore a variety of Western vendors offering unique … Continued

Get tickets at dewpac.org.   Fresh Food, Cold Beer, Live Music Grilling teams from across the state descend on Wickenburg to compete in this heated battle for bragging rights. Spend a fun-filled afternoon savoring all-you-can-sample BBQ, tapping your toes to live music, and casting your vote for the People’s Choice Award. Team registration and information … Continued