Apache Junction, Arizona – Join the tradition and celebrate 61 years of fun at the 2025 Lost Dutchman Days, February 21-23! It’s more than just an event; it’s a community gathering where everyone creates memories that last a lifetime. Enjoy three days of thrilling rodeo action from the Grand Canyon Professional Rodeo Association, explore a bustling marketplace of over 100 vendors, experience the joy of classic carnival rides, and savor mouthwatering food. Located at 1590 E Lost Dutchman Blvd, Apache Junction, AZ. It’s the perfect way to connect with the heart of the West.
Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo 1590 E Lost Dutchman Blvd Apache Junction, AZ
Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo
Lost Dutchman Days Annual Bratwurst & Beer Party
Unwind and celebrate the start of Lost Dutchman Days at the Bratwurst & Beer Party! On Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 12:00-8:00 PM, the Apache Junction Elks Lodge will be serving up good times, great food, and free entertainment. Relax with family and friends, and enjoy mouthwatering brats and refreshing drinks, all while supporting a worthy cause. All proceeds benefit local youth charities. It’s the perfect pre-rodeo party! Visit their website for the complete schedule.
Rodeo Dance
Ready to kick off rodeo weekend in style? Join the party at the Elks Lodge 2349 (corner of Lost Dutchman/Brown Road and Highway 88) this Friday, February 21st, for the Rodeo Dance! From 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, you can dance the night away with friends, enjoy great music, and celebrate the start of an unforgettable weekend. This is a non-smoking event and you must be 21 or older to attend. Admission is just $10.00!
Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo
The Main Event Center
Experience a weekend of fun and excitement at Lost Dutchman Days, February 21-23, 2025! For just $2.00 admission (parking is FREE!), you’ll gain access to a world of entertainment at the Main Event Center, located at 1590 E Lost Dutchman Blvd & Tomahawk Road in Apache Junction. Enjoy FREE entertainment on our stage, thrilling carnival rides (separate charges apply), a diverse array of vendor booths, heart-pounding rodeo action (separate admission), and the crowning of the Miss Lost Dutchman Days Pageant Queen. Plus, your admission helps support the Apache Junction Little League! Gates open at 9:00 AM Friday through Sunday, with the rodeo wrapping up around 4:00 PM and the carnival staying open until the fun winds down.
Rodeo Details
Witness the spirit of the West come alive at the Annual Lost Dutchman Days GCPRA Sanctioned Rodeo! Beginning at 1:30 PM each day in the Rodeo Park in Apache Junction, you’ll be captivated by the skill and bravery on display. I love seeing all of the cowboys and cowgirls go out there and give it their all. Their hard work and dedication is an inspiration. From the challenging bull riding to the traditional saddle bronc and bareback, the precise calf roping, the powerful steer wrestling, the lightning-fast barrel racing, and the exciting breakaway roping, it’s a celebration of Western heritage and athleticism.
Carnival
Carnival thrills await at Lost Dutchman Days, February 21st-23rd, 2025! Enjoy 30+ rides and games in the Event Center. Save with advance wristbands ($35 at the AJ Chamber, $45 at the event). Carnival hours: Friday 3:00 PM-10:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM-11:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM-7:00 PM.
Lost Dutchman Days Parade
Experience the vibrant heart of Apache Junction at the Lost Dutchman Days Parade! This FREE event kicks off at 9:00 AM on Saturday, February 22nd, 2025, in downtown Apache Junction. Find your perfect viewing spot along Apache Trail, between Idaho and Ironwood (the parade begins at Phelps, just west of Idaho, and heads west to Ironwood before returning), and witness a dazzling display of community spirit and colorful floats. It’s a spectacle you won’t want to miss!
Tickets
Don’t miss out on the fun! Tickets for Lost Dutchman Days are limited each day to ensure the best possible experience for everyone. Be sure to purchase your tickets for the correct date, as they cannot be transferred. The rodeo is a rain-or-shine event, so you can count on the excitement no matter the weather. All sales are final. This year, tickets are available for purchase in person at the Apache Junction Chamber of Commerce. Can’t make it to the Chamber? Don’t worry, tickets will also be available at the gate if they don’t sell out beforehand. Remember to bring cash, as both the Chamber and the gate are cash-only. Admission to the Event Center is just $2.00, and parking is FREE! Child tickets (10 and under) are $15.00, and adult tickets are $20.00.
Thank You Sponsors
Special thank you to all of Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo ’s sponsors for making this event possible. Saddle up, grab yourself a cold Coors, and join Cowboy Lifestyle Network for a celebration of 61 years of Wild West thrills in Apache Junction, Arizona!
Coors Banquet has been around for more than 150 years. They haven’t compromised their craft. You get what you give, and they’ve only given the best that they can brew. Banquet is brewed with 100% Rocky Mountain water, so when you’re enjoying a Banquet, you’re drinking history. Coors Banquet has been an amazing and loyal sponsor of professional rodeo since 1980. Their support runs deep for the inspiration and passion of rodeo cowboys. Coors Banquet has been the official beer of the PRCA since 1987 and is the sponsor for the Gold Rush Days & Senior Pro Rodeo. Coors Banquet launched its “Man in the Can” program in 1984. The program recognizes top barrelmen in ProRodeo for the uniqueness, determination, and passion that they display in the rodeo arenas all throughout the United States. Coors Banquet is dedicated to its fans with a grass-roots sponsorship of local rodeos as well as ingenious marketing. Next time you’re thirsty for a cold one, Make It a Banquet.
Last Updated on 02/19/2025 by Megan deFabry
CLN Community & Event Sponsor
Wickenburg, Arizona – When Tammy Pate founded Art of the Cowgirl in 2019, she envisioned a vibrant community dedicated to celebrating female ranchers, makers, artisans, horsewomen, and more whose contributions have woven the rich tapestry that is the western industry. Through her unwavering dedication to showcasing the talents and contributions of cowgirls, both past and present, Pate crafted an event of such significance that it has become one of the western industry’s most anticipated annual gatherings. Art of the Cowgirl embraces the art, culture, and camaraderie that define the cowgirl spirit as well as the grit and hard work it takes to succeed. Blending heritage with modern flair, Art of the Cowgirl is a firsthand account of the unending contributions women have made and continue to make in the western industry.
Art of the Cowgirl 2025February 25th, 2025 – March 1st, 2025Rancho Rio1325 N Tegner St, Wickenburg, Arizona 85390
In order to encourage and assist emerging artists of the western genre, Art of the Cowgirl provides a showcase through an annual gathering that celebrates cowgirls and their artistic contributions to western lifestyle. In so doing, it raises the necessary funds to support emerging artists in expanding their knowledge and skills via fellowships with master artists in their field.
– Art of the Cowgirl Mission Statement
New Location, Same Old Fun!
Art of the Cowgirl is heading to Wickenburg, Arizona! Hosted by the prestigious Rancho Rio Equestrian Center, AOTC 2025 will feature all the events you cherish, alongside new and exhilarating opportunities to explore. This 5-day celebration of all things cowgirl will kick off on February 25th and run through March 1st. With enough excitement to fill each day with fun, you won’t want to miss your chance to purchase tickets and join the festivities!
Art of the Cowgirl 2025February 25th, 2025 – March 1st, 2025Rancho Rio 1325 N Tegner St, Wickenburg, Arizona 85390
DON’T WAIT, PURCHASE YOUR 2025 AOTC TICKETS TODAY!
Art of the Cowgirl Brings the Competition!
AOTC is no stranger to the hard work cowgirls put into training their horses. No matter the discipline, these fierce competitors are no stranger to long days and nights spent in the arena and on the ranch. Cowgirls from all across the country are gearing up as they make their way to compete in AOTC’s four competition events; The Kimes Ranch World’s Greatest Cowgirl presented by Western Horseman, the Wrangler All-Women’s Ranch Rodeo presented by COWGIRL Magazine, the Merck Animal Health Breakaway Roping and the brand-new All-Girl Team Roping presented by Merck Animal Health!
Shop Till You Drop!
One of the standout attractions of AOTC is its top-tier trade show, which showcases a wide array of Western art, jewelry, tack, gear, and more! With over 75 vendors, the 2025 AOTC Trade Show offers a fantastic opportunity to fill your shopping bags while supporting small, female-owned businesses. Don’t miss the chance to discover unique treasures and celebrate the creativity and craftsmanship of talented women in the western industry.
Learn from the Best!
Don’t miss the chance to refine your craft and learn from the best! AOTC provides visitors with the unique opportunity to get hands-on teaching from the best in the industry. Whether you wield a paintbrush, guitar, camera, set of reins, or leather-working tool, AOTC features an array of clinics and workshops tailored to enhance your skills and elevate your artistry.
Music, Art, & More!
In addition to the numerous clinics, shopping opportunities, competitions, and demonstrations, attendees will have the chance to enjoy a variety of entertainment options, including concerts featuring musicians and bands that truly capture the cowgirl spirit. Best of all, concert entry is included with your daily event admission!
A standout feature of the annual Art of the Cowgirl event is the Quick Draw Competition, which will spotlight seven exceptionally talented artists. These artists will showcase their remarkable skills by creating stunning paintings that attendees can observe up close and interact with as the competition unfolds. At the conclusion of the event, all the artists’ paintings will be available for purchase through a silent auction.
Plan Your 2025 Art of the Cowgirl Trip Today!
Whether you plan to attend for one day or stay the entire week, AOTC has you set for lodging! Check out AOTC’s host hotel and other lodging options in beautiful Wickenburg, Arizona. Tickets are selling fast, so make sure to hop online and purchase yours today.
2025 Event Pricing5-Day Pass | $190Single Day Pass | $49
Last Updated on 02/21/2025 by Taryn Cantrell