This event was a celebration of being a town popular for gold mining and ranching in long-ago days.
The event began 70 years ago and draws many thousands of visitors these years for all the exciting action. Wickenburg, Arizona is known for legendary team roping competitions and cowboy culture. It has evolved into something really special and is a mecca for rodeo competitors and fans across the nation.
The Library of Congress recognizes the Gold Rush Days as one of America’s Living Legacies.
Opening Ceremonies: Opening ceremonies occured on Frontier Street on Friday, February 9, at 10:00 AM with stuntman and gunslinger Joey Dillon together with GCPRA officials and members.
Competitions: The rodeo events at the Gold Rush Days at GCPRA’s local Wickenburg Rodeo displayed Bull Riding, Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Tie Down Roping, Team Roping, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway.
Classic Car Show: Fans of the event even enjoyed a car show this past Friday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Frontier Street that displayed all kinds of classic cars and automotive attractions.
Old Fashion Melodrama was presented by The Desert Stagers on February 9-11, which started at 7:00 p.m. in the Saguaro Theater.
Artisan Fair: 150 arts and crafts exhibitors was held in the historic district on Valentine Street for a carnival, an art show, gold panning, free entertainment, and more.
Carnival: Brown’s Amusements Carnival opened in downtown with plenty of rides, food and fun!
Media Team
Along with coverage of the 69th Annual Gold Rush Days And Senior Pro Rodeo In Wickenburg, AZ by the Cowboy Lifestyle Network, the leading online source for everything Country and Western. Additional coverage will be handled by the CLN, Ak-Chin Indian Community, Earnhardt Auto Centers, and Papa John’s Pizza Road Team next year during the 71st Annual Gold Rush Days Celebration and GCPRA and Senior Pro Rodeo in Wickenburg, AZ.