Think there’s nothing happening in Wickenburg?
You may want to check your calendar.
(Updated September 11, 2026)
Wickenburg’s fall event season is officially underway, with art, live music, food, festivals, outdoor adventures, fundraisers, golf, horseback riding, motorcycles, movies and even a little murder mystery on the schedule.
From September through November, there are plenty of reasons to get out, get involved and enjoy Wickenburg.
September Starts with Art, Culture and Outdoor Adventure
West of Center: Highlights from the Wickenburg Art Club
Now through September 27
More than 30 talented local artists are represented in this special exhibition and art sale at the Desert Caballeros Western Museum’s Cultural Crossroads Learning Center. It is a terrific opportunity to experience Wickenburg’s creative side and support local artists.
Adult Lap Swim at Wickenburg Pool
Weekday mornings through September 25
Summer may be winding down, but there is still time to get in the pool. Adult Lap Swim offers swimmers ages 15 and older a dedicated hour for exercise, fitness and focused training at the Wickenburg Municipal Pool.
Guided Bird Walk at Hassayampa River Preserve
Sunday, September 13 – 7:15-10:15 a.m.
Explore the Preserve’s shaded riparian habitat with Ranger Eric while looking and listening for resident and migrating birds. Participants will learn identification techniques, bird behavior and ways to contribute observations through citizen-science resources.
The walk covers at least one mile on mostly flat trails, with some uneven or sandy areas. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants. Registration closes September 11. Call 602-506-2930 ext. 9 to reserve a place.
Creatures of the Night Walk
Thursday, September 17 – 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Discover what comes alive after dark during an after-hours wildlife walk at the Hassayampa River Preserve. Ranger Eric will lead participants along the trails in search of bats, owls, ringtails, foxes, skunks, javelinas, scorpions, insects and other nocturnal creatures.
The easy walk covers approximately 1-1.5 miles. Bring a flashlight or ultraviolet blacklight if available, wear sturdy footwear and carry plenty of water. Registration is required, limited to 12 participants and closes September 16.
Guided Bird Walk With Ranger Eric
Friday, September 18 – 7:15-10:15 a.m.
Spend the morning exploring the Hassayampa River Preserve’s diverse birdlife and riparian habitat with Ranger Eric. Participants will look and listen for resident and migrating species while learning how to identify birds by sight, sound and behavior.
The walk covers at least one mile on mostly flat and shaded trails. Registration is required and limited to 10 participants. Registration closes September 16. Call 602-506-2930 ext. 9 to reserve a place.
Wickenburg Chamber September Quarterly Luncheon
Friday, September 18 – Noon-2:00 p.m.
Connect with Wickenburg’s business and community leaders during the Chamber of Commerce September Quarterly Luncheon at the Wickenburg Ranch Golf & Social Club Event Center.
The luncheon gives local business owners, professionals and community representatives an opportunity to exchange ideas, strengthen local connections and hear the latest Chamber and community updates. Admission is $30 per person, and reservations are required. Call 928-684-5479 to reserve your place.
Hassayampa Butterfly Monitoring
Saturday, September 19 – 8:30 a.m.-Noon
Become a citizen scientist and help document Arizona’s native butterflies during a hands-on monitoring program at the Hassayampa River Preserve.
Participants will learn to identify butterflies while collecting information that can help researchers understand population trends, species richness and butterfly diversity. Bring water, a snack, a hat, sunscreen and closed-toed shoes. Registration is required. Participants should be 18 or older, although young adults ages 13 and older may attend with parental supervision.
Furry Fiesta Breakfast Party
Sunday, September 20 – 9-11 a.m.
Bring your appetite and help support Wickenburg’s rescue dogs. K9 Konnection’s Furry Fiesta Breakfast Party at the Wickenburg Elks Lodge includes a $15 breakfast buffet, free raffles and plenty of community fun.
Bats and Buzzards on the Bridge
Friday, September 25 – 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Experience one of Wickenburg’s most unusual wildlife spectacles as hundreds of migrating turkey vultures settle into the trees near the pedestrian bridge, followed by hundreds to thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats emerging around sunset.
This free, family-friendly evening includes ranger-guided bat habitat tours, educational tables, viewing optics, ambassador raptors from Wild at Heart and local food vendors. Viewing is centered around the Wickenburg pedestrian bridge and nearby Hwy. 60 bridge. The pedestrian bridge is wheelchair-accessible.
October Turns Up the Action
Youth Art Club: Beyond the Apps
Friday, October 2 – 10 a.m.-noon
Young photographers can put down the filters and discover what really makes a picture powerful. This hands-on session explores composition, action, emotion and visual storytelling at the Cultural Crossroads Learning Center.
Friends of the NRA Annual Fundraiser
Saturday, October 3 – 4:30-8:30 p.m.
Flying E Ranch hosts an evening of dinner, raffles, auctions, Western hospitality and fundraising in support of shooting-sports programs. Tickets must be purchased in advance – no tickets will be sold at the door.
Fall Movie in the Park
Saturday, October 3 – 6-9 p.m.
Grab a blanket or lawn chair and settle in for a movie under the Wickenburg sky at Stone Park. The movie title and additional details are still to be announced.
Horse Thieves Market
Friday and Saturday, October 9-10
Wickenburg’s popular fall shopping event returns for two days of local deals, special offers and opportunities to explore participating shops and businesses throughout town.
The Wickenburg Chamber has confirmed the dates, with participating locations and additional details expected closer to the event. See the Chamber’s annual-event schedule.
6th Annual Wickenburg Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 10 – 4-7:30 p.m.
Historic Frontier Street comes alive with live music from the Honeygirl Band, German food, craft beer, food trucks, a stein-holding competition, costume contest and Wickenburg’s always-entertaining Wiener Dog Races.
The event is free and family-friendly.
2nd Annual Bites & Brews Scholarship Dinner
Saturday, October 10 – 5:30-8 p.m.
The Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce presents an evening of special beer and food pairings benefiting a scholarship for individuals pursuing higher education. Space is limited, and the final location is still to be announced.
View the official event listing
Community Shredding Event
Wednesday, October 14 – 9 a.m.-noon
Clear out those old records and safely dispose of sensitive documents at the Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce, 216 N. Frontier Street. The event is open to the public, with pricing charged by the banker box.
View the official event listing
18th Annual Wickenburg Walk to Boot Breast Cancer
Sunday, October 18 – Morning
Pull on your walking shoes – or your running shoes – and join the community at Stone Park for the annual Walk to Boot Breast Cancer. Choose the one-mile walk or 5K and help provide direct support to local breast cancer patients.
Cowgirl N Cowboy Extravaganza
October 18-25
Spend an unforgettable week at Kay El Bar Guest Ranch with trail riding, horsemanship, cattle sorting, an introduction to cutting and roping, a Poker Run, breathtaking desert scenery and plenty of genuine ranch hospitality.
27th Annual High Desert Golf Classic
Saturday, October 24 – 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Gather a foursome or register individually for a four-person, 18-hole scramble at Wickenburg Country Club. The day includes friendly competition, prizes, a silent auction and an awards luncheon supporting the Wickenburg Chamber’s Senior Scholarship Program.
Paws & Paintbrushes: Midnight at the Masquerade
Saturday, October 24 – 4-8 p.m.
Someone has committed murder at the masquerade – and it is up to the guests to uncover the culprit.
This interactive murder mystery dinner at the Wickenburg Ranch Event Hall benefits K9 Konnection Rescue and the Wickenburg Art Club. Tickets are $125 and masks will be available upon arrival.
Annual Wickenburg Halloween Ride
Sunday, October 25 – 9 a.m.-noon
Motorcycle riders will gather at Rancho 7 Restaurant before heading out on a scenic Halloween ride through the Arizona landscape toward Prescott and Kirkland.
Costumes, classic motorcycles and Halloween spirit are strongly encouraged.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Tuesday, October 27 – 6:30-9 p.m.
The cult classic takes over the historic Saguaro Theater for one night only. Expect costumes, audience participation, prop bags, cash prizes and a delightfully strange evening benefiting Wickenburg High School scholarships.
Tickets are $10.
November Keeps the Fall Season Going
NATRC Region 2 Competitive Trail Ride at Boyd Ranch
October 31-November 1
Close out October on horseback during a weekend of competitive trail riding, desert scenery and Western horsemanship at Boyd Ranch. Riders of different experience levels are welcome, and junior riders participate free.
47th Annual Wickenburg Bluegrass Festival 2026
November 13-15
Three days of toe-tappin’ bluegrass, food vendors, a beer garden, creative booths and family fun return to the Everett Bowman Rodeo Arena for one of the Southwest’s longest-running bluegrass traditions.
Enjoy performances by Permafrost Road, TenDollar Wedding, Cross-Eyed Possum and Badly Bent, along with musician competitions, a band scramble and more than $8,000 in cash prizes.
38th Annual Diamonds & Denim Benefit Dinner and Dance
Saturday, November 14 – 5-11:30 p.m.
Celebrate 100 years of Wickenburg Community Hospital during an elegant evening of cocktails, dinner, a live auction and dancing at Rancho de los Caballeros.
This year’s Diamonds & Denim Benefit Dinner and Dance supports expanded cardiology services, helping ensure exceptional heart care remains close to home for Wickenburg-area residents. Formal Western glamour with black-and-gold accents is encouraged.
Still Think There’s Nothin’ to Do?
Wickenburg’s fall calendar is packed with art, music, Nature Walks, Western experiences, fundraisers, community gatherings and plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy town.
Bookmark the Wickenburg Social Events Calendar and check back often. We’re continually adding newly announced events, updated schedules and more ways to get out, get involved and enjoy Wickenburg.
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