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Discovery Station: Desert Palms

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg, AZ, United States

Learn about the Preserve’s historic stand of California fan palms, how these tropical trees can grow in the desert Southwest, and their importance to both wildlife and native cultures. Did you know that these palms were sourced from a native population in Arizona? Find out more! We will be hosting this table inside the Visitor … Continued

Mesquite Festival

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg, AZ, United States

The Mesquite Festival is co-hosted by Maricopa County Parks, Friends of Hassayampa, and Cave Creek Desert Awareness Committee. Educational and fun for all ages!   Learn all about this iconic desert tree: its use throughout history; harvesting, preparation, and storage; food preparation and nutritional and medicinal uses; and much more. Free samples of food prepared … Continued

Guided Bird Walk at the Hassayampa River Preserve (Registration Required)

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg, AZ, United States

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

Creatures of the Night Walk at the Hassayampa River Preserve (Registration Required)

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg, AZ, United States

Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve! Wildlife seen on past walks have included bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks, javelinas, deer, owls, scorpions, insects, and other cool creepy crawlies! Please bring your own flashlights and blacklights if you have them, but some will be … Continued

Wickenburg Visitor Center Closed Friday Morning (4/26)

Wickenburg Visitor Center 216 N. Frontier Street, Wickenburg, AZ, United States

The Wickenburg Visitor Center will be closed from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (noon) on Friday, April 26 as we celebrate our fabulous Visitor Center volunteers for National Volunteer Week.   The Visitor Center will reopen at noon on Friday.   Our apologies for any inconvenience.

End of Season Old West Show & Campfire Gathering at Vulture City

Vulture City Ghost Town 36610 355th Avenue, Wickenburg, AZ, United States

Join us as we close out another amazing season!Wickenburg Marshals performance of comedy skits, cowboy music and gun fights at 6PMBuckeye Jeanie Cowboy Poetry by the CampfireExplore the town at nightAnd more...

Wickenburg Marshals Campfire Walkabout

Vulture City Ghost Town 36610 355th Avenue, Wickenburg, AZ, United States

Shootouts, comedy, music and fun at Vulture City, Wickenburg Marshal style.

Flashlight Ghost Tour with Vulture City Ghost Town

Vulture City Ghost Town 36610 355th Avenue, Wickenburg, AZ, United States

Join us for an evening Flashlight Ghost Tour and explore the haunted remnants of this once-thriving gold mining town, encounter paranormal activity and hear chilling tales. Brave the darkness, feel the spirits and hear the history. Must be at least 12 years old. Get tickets at vulturecityghosttown.com.  

Flashlight Ghost Tours at Vulture City

Vulture City Ghost Town 36610 355th Avenue, Wickenburg, AZ, United States

Join us for a spooky evening flashlight ghost tour. Step back in time as darkness descends and the spirits awaken in this eerie and haunted desert landscape. Equipped with your trusty flashlight, you'll explore the abandoned remnants of Vulture City, a once-thriving gold mining town that now stands as a ghostly reminder of the past. … Continued

24th Annual Street Dance

Historic Downtown Wickenburg - Stone Park 164 Apache Street, Wickenburg, AZ, United States

The Street Dance has been postponed to October 2024. Join us later this year for a fabulous event!

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