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Line Dancing Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Sunday, February 1st, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Line Dancing Tuesday and Sunday Nights from 7PM to 8PM.
Free Line Dance Lessons
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Sunday, February 1st, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
Quiet Monday, but always Live Music at Janey’s
Monday, February 2nd, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:30pm at Janey’s
It’s a lazy Mondays in Cave Creek! But there is alway live music every Monday at Janey’s.
Check out website for details. https://cavecreekazmusic.com/calendar/
Foothills Speaker Series (DFLT). Your Community Parks
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, All Day Event at Holland Community Center, 34250 N 60th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85266
Desert Foothills Land Trust. Speaker Series
1st Tuesday of the month
February 3, 2026 - Sonoran Pollinators and You
Discover our diverse native pollinator species, and learn simple ways you can support them at home, with Natalie Case of Scottsdale Community College.
Registration coming soon!
March 3, 2026 - Deep History of Arizona
Take a journey through nearly 2 billion years of Arizona's geological history, revealing how ancient forces created the landscapes we treasure today, with Dr. Steve Semken of Arizona State University.
Registration coming soon!
April 7, 2026 - Science of Wildfire
Join us for an illuminating evening unpacking the science behind wildfire management in our unique Sonoran Desert ecosystem, with Tiffany Davila of the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire
Hiking - Winfield Group
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, 8:30am at Various
In order to take advantage of the cooler temperatures and better light of early mornings, this hiking season we plan to start a little earlier than past years, with hikers asked to meet each Tuesday at the Winfield Clubhouse at 7:45am for an 8am departure.
To simplify communications, I will no longer be sending out a detailed hike description with options for longer or shorter hikes for each outing. Instead, you will be provided just a short description of the planned hike and driving directions to the trailhead. Except for special outings, we will try to keep all hikes to a maximum of 6 miles. Hikers are welcome to plan longer or shorter versions of group hike, but they will need to coordinate carpooling and other matters among themselves.
List of November Hikes:
11/4 - Dragonfly, Boca Grande & Spur Cross Trail Loop (Spur Cross Conservation Area) - The hike is about 4.0 miles in length and entails modest elevation changes. We start and end at the parking lot across from Spur Cross Stables, which is in the Jewel of the Creek Preserve and next to the entrance to Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Our hike begins on the Dragonfly Trail and then follows the Boca Grande Trail (a recent new name) to the Spur Cross Trail, which we follow back to Spur Cross Road and our trailhead parking lot. The trailhead is about a 15-20 minute drive from Winfield. Drive north for 2 miles on Tom Darlington, turn left on Cave Creek Road for a mile and then right onto Spur Cross Road, which you follow north to the trailhead.
11/11 - Loop Around Granite Mountain (McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - The hike covers about 5.8 miles and involves only small elevation changes as we circumnavigate Granite Mountain. Beginning and ending at the Granite Mountain Trailhead on 136th Street, our hike follows the Bootlegger, Saddlehorn, Granite Mountain Loop and (again) Bootlegger trails. The trailhead is about a 30 minute drive from Winfield. Drive south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, which changes name to Rio Verde Road after passing Alma School Road. Turn left on 136th Street and drive 3 miles until reaching the trailhead parking lot on your left.
11/18 - Marcus Landslide Trail(McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike may be described as a 4.0 mile lollipop with modest elevation gains on the return. We head out and back 1.5 miles on the Marcus Landslide Trail to a scenic one mile loop at the farthest point from our Tom's Thumb Trailhead. The drive from Winfield is about 25-30 minutes. Head south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, right on North 118th Street, then left on Ranch Road and finally right again onto 128th Street, which you follow to its end at the Tom's Thumb Trailhead.
11/25 - Apache Wash Loop (Phoenix Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike is a 4.9 mile loop with moderate elevation increases required to reach our high point at Ridgeback Overlook. From the Apache Wash Trailhead on East Sonoran Desert Drive, We begin on Sidewinder Trail for about 2.5 miles before returning to our trailhead via Ridgeback and. Ocotillo Trails, with a 0.25 mile diversion to Ridgeback Overlook on the way back. The drive from Winfield is about 25 minutes. Head south on N. Scottsdale Road, turn right on Lone Mountain, then left on Cave Creek Road and finally right on E. Sonoran Desert Drive, which you follow until reaching the trailhead on your right.
For any questions call:
Phil Bates 415-794-2671
Grant Ireland 847-308-3513
Marshall Sussman 201-988-5867
Brad Adams 847-471-2292
Reminders:
Hike with a buddy
Wear sunscreen & sunglasses
Bring plenty of water
Consider using trekking poles
Weekly Hiking with Winfield Hiking Group. Meet at Winfield Clubhouse. 8.15am.
Different hike each week. Typically 4 to 5 miles in length. Some hikes up to 6 miles.
Rancho contacts/carpool: FORD.
Our Autumn hiking season has arrived!! Hopefully most of you will return to the Sonoran Desert in November and will be able to join some of the hikes planned for the four Tuesdays during next month.
In order to take advantage of the cooler temperatures and better light of early mornings, this hiking season we plan to start a little earlier than past years, with hikers asked to meet each Tuesday at the Winfield Clubhouse at 7:45am for an 8am departure.
To simplify communications, I will no longer be sending out a detailed hike description with options for longer or shorter hikes for each outing. Instead, you will be provided just a short description of the planned hike and driving directions to the trailhead. Except for special outings, we will try to keep all hikes to a maximum of 6 miles. Hikers are welcome to plan longer or shorter versions of group hike, but they will need to coordinate carpooling and other matters among themselves.
List of November Hikes:
11/4 - Dragonfly, Boca Grande & Spur Cross Trail Loop (Spur Cross Conservation Area) - The hike is about 4.0 miles in length and entails modest elevation changes. We start and end at the parking lot across from Spur Cross Stables, which is in the Jewel of the Creek Preserve and next to the entrance to Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Our hike begins on the Dragonfly Trail and then follows the Boca Grande Trail (a recent new name) to the Spur Cross Trail, which we follow back to Spur Cross Road and our trailhead parking lot. The trailhead is about a 15-20 minute drive from Winfield. Drive north for 2 miles on Tom Darlington, turn left on Cave Creek Road for a mile and then right onto Spur Cross Road, which you follow north to the trailhead.
11/11 - Loop Around Granite Mountain (McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - The hike covers about 5.8 miles and involves only small elevation changes as we circumnavigate Granite Mountain. Beginning and ending at the Granite Mountain Trailhead on 136th Street, our hike follows the Bootlegger, Saddlehorn, Granite Mountain Loop and (again) Bootlegger trails. The trailhead is about a 30 minute drive from Winfield. Drive south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, which changes name to Rio Verde Road after passing Alma School Road. Turn left on 136th Street and drive 3 miles until reaching the trailhead parking lot on your left.
11/18 - Marcus Landslide Trail(McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike may be described as a 4.0 mile lollipop with modest elevation gains on the return. We head out and back 1.5 miles on the Marcus Landslide Trail to a scenic one mile loop at the farthest point from our Tom's Thumb Trailhead. The drive from Winfield is about 25-30 minutes. Head south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, right on North 118th Street, then left on Ranch Road and finally right again onto 128th Street, which you follow to its end at the Tom's Thumb Trailhead.
11/25 - Apache Wash Loop (Phoenix Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike is a 4.9 mile loop with moderate elevation increases required to reach our high point at Ridgeback Overlook. From the Apache Wash Trailhead on East Sonoran Desert Drive, We begin on Sidewinder Trail for about 2.5 miles before returning to our trailhead via Ridgeback and. Ocotillo Trails, with a 0.25 mile diversion to Ridgeback Overlook on the way back. The drive from Winfield is about 25 minutes. Head south on N. Scottsdale Road, turn right on Lone Mountain, then left on Cave Creek Road and finally right on E. Sonoran Desert Drive, which you follow until reaching the trailhead on your right.
For any questions call:
Phil Bates 415-794-2671
Grant Ireland 847-308-3513
Marshall Sussman 201-988-5867
Brad Adams 847-471-2292
Reminders:
Hike with a buddy
Wear sunscreen & sunglasses
Bring plenty of water
Consider using trekking poles
Cave Creek Council Meeting
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, 5pm at Town Hall
Regular Council Meetings are held on the first and third Monday of the month unless they fall on a Holiday or are canceled.
In case of a holiday, the Regular Council Meeting is conducted the following Tuesday. The public is encouraged to participate in person at Town Hall, or remotely via Zoom. Regular Council Meetings are also recorded and available by video on the website under Council Videos.
Agendas can be found by clicking the pdf icon in the upper right-hand corner of the Town calendar, or in the Town's Document Center.
To participate or speak during a Council Meeting please complete a comment card and submit them to the Town Clerk. In-person this can be done immediately before the meeting. If you plan to participate remotely through Zoom, please submit an electronic comment card no later than 2pm the day of the meeting here: https://www.cavecreekAZ.gov/comment
Cave Creek Town Hall:
37622 N Cave Creek Rd.
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
To participate remotely:
Zoom Link : https://zoom.us/s/97966005071
(Please allow for time to create a Zoom user account and download the App if you've never used it before). Listeners are muted, unless you complete a comment card before 2pm the day of the meeting, in which case you will be called on and unmuted during Call to the Public or the respective Agenda item.
Rancho Ladies Book Club
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, 5:30pm
Monthly Book Club. the group meets 1st Tuesday of the month, unless conflict with a holiday. Contact Person: Katrina
Rancho Guys Happy Hour.
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Happy Hour for the book-club guys. The spouse of the Ladies Book Club host selects the happy hour location.
Contact Person: John C
Contact Person: John C
Line Dancing Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Line Dancing Tuesday and Sunday Nights from 7PM to 8PM.
Free Line Dance Lessons
The Painter's Palette - Open Paint
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026, 9am to 12pm at Desert Foothills Library
Check the website for details. https://desertfoothills.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming
Picasso, van Gogh, Michelangelo and YOU! No matter what medium you prefer to create with, all are welcome to join The Painters Palette! Open to all, this gathering is the time to let your creative juices flow. Bring your paints, pastels, watercolors, easels, and brushes, and join this colorful palette of other artists in our wonderful community! We provide the space, you create the art. Open to any and all mediums and skill levels.
No instructor, self-guided
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Class is free but a donation to the Desert Foothills Library is appreciated. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Buffalo Chips Bull Riding
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026, 7:30pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/bull-riding
Weekly Schedule - Gates Open at 6PM
Wednesday: 7:30PM & 9PM Ride Times
Friday: 8:00PM: 9:30PM & 10:45PM Ride Times Mutton Bustin' on Friday Nights ONLY - 8:00PM
Tickets are purchased at the gate night of.
Tickets are $10.00 Cash per person
Tap Takeover: Janey’s
Thursday, February 5th, 2026, 7pm at Janey’s
Check out details at. https://cavecreekazmusic.com/tap-takeover-nights-in-cave-creek/
Janey’s is proud to support our local breweries with weekly tap takeovers. On Thursday nights, come on out and enjoy our version of a daily double: new beers and new music under the stars! (With heat lamps on those cold nights. )
2 Step Dance Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Thursday, February 5th, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Line Dance Lessons:
Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays | 7–8 pm
Two Step Dance Lessons:
Thursdays | 7–8 pm
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Free dance lessons, western style at the Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse!
Whether you're new to the dance floor or just ready to let loose, scoot on over for some classic country steps and good fun.
Line Dance Lessons:
Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays | 7–8 pm
Two Step Dance Lessons:
Thursdays | 7–8 pm
Ready to groove? Visit their website to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KkuZHe
Carefree Farmers Market
Friday, February 6th, 2026, 9am to 1pm at Carefree, Easy Street
Meet local vendors at our Carefree Town Center and explore a variety of fresh produce, delectable baked goods, handcrafted products, and much more.
Fridays
Oct.-May 9am - 1pm
June-Sept. 8am - 11am
Meet local vendors at our Carefree Town Center and explore a variety of fresh produce, delectable baked goods, handcrafted products, and much more.
Buffalo Chips Bull Riding
Friday, February 6th, 2026, 7:30pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/bull-riding
Weekly Schedule - Gates Open at 6PM
Wednesday: 7:30PM & 9PM Ride Times
Friday: 8:00PM: 9:30PM & 10:45PM Ride Times Mutton Bustin' on Friday Nights ONLY - 8:00PM
Tickets are purchased at the gate night of.
Tickets are $10.00 Cash per person
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Friday, February 6th, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
Desert Awareness Park Tour
Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 10am to 11:30am at Desert Awareness Park ((Behind Brunch/Cowboy Pizza)
Tours run November thru April. 1st Saturday of the month.
Desert Awareness Park, in the heart of Cave Creek. Good place to take visitors to understand the local desert life. https://hollandcenter.org/desert-awareness-park/
Rodeo
Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 2pm at Memorial Stadium 28th Street
Exciting Family Fun Rodeo! Featuring Bronc & Bull Riding! Hansen’s Cowboy BBQ and lots of great Vendors! Pre Party with Live Music from 12pm until Rodeo Performance @ 2pm
Celebrate the Route 66 at The Holland Center
Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 2pm to 4pm at The Holland Center
Weekly Presentation. See schedule for speaker. https://cavecreekmuseum.org/events/list/
Cave Creek Museum Presents: Author Roger Naylor & “Celebrate the Route 66 Centennial” February 7 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm We are pleased to partner with the Holland Center in presenting Roger Naylor’s fascinating talk on Route 66. The iconic highway celebrates its 100th birthday in 2026 and it has stories to tell! The renowned author and museum favorite will discuss the Mother Road’s history and cultural significance. If the Grand Canyon is the heart of Arizona, then Route 66 is the main artery.
Roger Naylor is an award-winning Arizona author. He has been the freelance travel writer for the Arizona Republic since 2007. He was inducted into the Arizona Tourism Hall of Fame in 2018 and is also the narrator of the Verde Canyon Railroad. Naylor’s work has also appeared in the USA Today, The Guardian, Country Magazine, Arizona Highways, and dozens more.
Books will be for sale following the presentation, including Naylor’s brand-new Arizona Route 66 Road Trip, and his best-selling Arizona Kicks on Route 66. For more information, visit www.rogernaylor.com. Admission is $10. (No discounts or Culture Passes will be honored.) Advance reservations are required. Click here to purchase tickets for this event through Holland Community Center Add To Calendar
Free Drive-In Movies at Earls
Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 6:30pm at Earl’s. Cave Creek Road
Free drive-in movies each Saturday at 6.30pm
Check website for which movie is playing. https://bigearlsgreasyeats.com/drive-in-movies/ A fun, one-of-a-kind movie-going experience! When you come to a Big Earl’s Drive-In Movie you’ll watch more than just a great movie. You will get the full Drive-In Experience – a unique and historic slice of Americana. Carside Service with Full Dinner Menu!
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
Line Dancing Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Sunday, February 8th, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Line Dancing Tuesday and Sunday Nights from 7PM to 8PM.
Free Line Dance Lessons
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Sunday, February 8th, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
The Amazing Artist Series
Monday, February 9th, 2026, 1pm at The Holland Center
Confirm schedule as events can change https://hollandcenter.org/events/list/
The Amazing Artist Series is the 2nd Monday of the month at 1pm. Reserve your seat today, only $10. All proceeds benefit the Sonoran Arts League and Holland Community Center art programs.
Here are all the AMAZING ARTISTS this season:
October 14, 2024 ~ Kathy Q. Parks November 11, 2024 ~ Jules Gallatig December 9, 2024 ~ Michael McKee January 13, 2025 ~ Linda Storey-London February 10, 2025 ~ Judy Bruce March 10, 2025 ~ Roxanne Eklund April 14, 2025 ~ Mike & Pat Markham May 12, 2025 ~ Gordon Paul Mischke
Confirm schedule as events can change https://hollandcenter.org/events/list/
Quiet Monday, but always Live Music at Janey’s
Monday, February 9th, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:30pm at Janey’s
It’s a lazy Mondays in Cave Creek! But there is alway live music every Monday at Janey’s.
Check out website for details. https://cavecreekazmusic.com/calendar/
Hiking - Winfield Group
Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, 8:30am at Various
In order to take advantage of the cooler temperatures and better light of early mornings, this hiking season we plan to start a little earlier than past years, with hikers asked to meet each Tuesday at the Winfield Clubhouse at 7:45am for an 8am departure.
To simplify communications, I will no longer be sending out a detailed hike description with options for longer or shorter hikes for each outing. Instead, you will be provided just a short description of the planned hike and driving directions to the trailhead. Except for special outings, we will try to keep all hikes to a maximum of 6 miles. Hikers are welcome to plan longer or shorter versions of group hike, but they will need to coordinate carpooling and other matters among themselves.
List of November Hikes:
11/4 - Dragonfly, Boca Grande & Spur Cross Trail Loop (Spur Cross Conservation Area) - The hike is about 4.0 miles in length and entails modest elevation changes. We start and end at the parking lot across from Spur Cross Stables, which is in the Jewel of the Creek Preserve and next to the entrance to Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Our hike begins on the Dragonfly Trail and then follows the Boca Grande Trail (a recent new name) to the Spur Cross Trail, which we follow back to Spur Cross Road and our trailhead parking lot. The trailhead is about a 15-20 minute drive from Winfield. Drive north for 2 miles on Tom Darlington, turn left on Cave Creek Road for a mile and then right onto Spur Cross Road, which you follow north to the trailhead.
11/11 - Loop Around Granite Mountain (McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - The hike covers about 5.8 miles and involves only small elevation changes as we circumnavigate Granite Mountain. Beginning and ending at the Granite Mountain Trailhead on 136th Street, our hike follows the Bootlegger, Saddlehorn, Granite Mountain Loop and (again) Bootlegger trails. The trailhead is about a 30 minute drive from Winfield. Drive south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, which changes name to Rio Verde Road after passing Alma School Road. Turn left on 136th Street and drive 3 miles until reaching the trailhead parking lot on your left.
11/18 - Marcus Landslide Trail(McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike may be described as a 4.0 mile lollipop with modest elevation gains on the return. We head out and back 1.5 miles on the Marcus Landslide Trail to a scenic one mile loop at the farthest point from our Tom's Thumb Trailhead. The drive from Winfield is about 25-30 minutes. Head south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, right on North 118th Street, then left on Ranch Road and finally right again onto 128th Street, which you follow to its end at the Tom's Thumb Trailhead.
11/25 - Apache Wash Loop (Phoenix Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike is a 4.9 mile loop with moderate elevation increases required to reach our high point at Ridgeback Overlook. From the Apache Wash Trailhead on East Sonoran Desert Drive, We begin on Sidewinder Trail for about 2.5 miles before returning to our trailhead via Ridgeback and. Ocotillo Trails, with a 0.25 mile diversion to Ridgeback Overlook on the way back. The drive from Winfield is about 25 minutes. Head south on N. Scottsdale Road, turn right on Lone Mountain, then left on Cave Creek Road and finally right on E. Sonoran Desert Drive, which you follow until reaching the trailhead on your right.
For any questions call:
Phil Bates 415-794-2671
Grant Ireland 847-308-3513
Marshall Sussman 201-988-5867
Brad Adams 847-471-2292
Reminders:
Hike with a buddy
Wear sunscreen & sunglasses
Bring plenty of water
Consider using trekking poles
Weekly Hiking with Winfield Hiking Group. Meet at Winfield Clubhouse. 8.15am.
Different hike each week. Typically 4 to 5 miles in length. Some hikes up to 6 miles.
Rancho contacts/carpool: FORD.
Our Autumn hiking season has arrived!! Hopefully most of you will return to the Sonoran Desert in November and will be able to join some of the hikes planned for the four Tuesdays during next month.
In order to take advantage of the cooler temperatures and better light of early mornings, this hiking season we plan to start a little earlier than past years, with hikers asked to meet each Tuesday at the Winfield Clubhouse at 7:45am for an 8am departure.
To simplify communications, I will no longer be sending out a detailed hike description with options for longer or shorter hikes for each outing. Instead, you will be provided just a short description of the planned hike and driving directions to the trailhead. Except for special outings, we will try to keep all hikes to a maximum of 6 miles. Hikers are welcome to plan longer or shorter versions of group hike, but they will need to coordinate carpooling and other matters among themselves.
List of November Hikes:
11/4 - Dragonfly, Boca Grande & Spur Cross Trail Loop (Spur Cross Conservation Area) - The hike is about 4.0 miles in length and entails modest elevation changes. We start and end at the parking lot across from Spur Cross Stables, which is in the Jewel of the Creek Preserve and next to the entrance to Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Our hike begins on the Dragonfly Trail and then follows the Boca Grande Trail (a recent new name) to the Spur Cross Trail, which we follow back to Spur Cross Road and our trailhead parking lot. The trailhead is about a 15-20 minute drive from Winfield. Drive north for 2 miles on Tom Darlington, turn left on Cave Creek Road for a mile and then right onto Spur Cross Road, which you follow north to the trailhead.
11/11 - Loop Around Granite Mountain (McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - The hike covers about 5.8 miles and involves only small elevation changes as we circumnavigate Granite Mountain. Beginning and ending at the Granite Mountain Trailhead on 136th Street, our hike follows the Bootlegger, Saddlehorn, Granite Mountain Loop and (again) Bootlegger trails. The trailhead is about a 30 minute drive from Winfield. Drive south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, which changes name to Rio Verde Road after passing Alma School Road. Turn left on 136th Street and drive 3 miles until reaching the trailhead parking lot on your left.
11/18 - Marcus Landslide Trail(McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike may be described as a 4.0 mile lollipop with modest elevation gains on the return. We head out and back 1.5 miles on the Marcus Landslide Trail to a scenic one mile loop at the farthest point from our Tom's Thumb Trailhead. The drive from Winfield is about 25-30 minutes. Head south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, right on North 118th Street, then left on Ranch Road and finally right again onto 128th Street, which you follow to its end at the Tom's Thumb Trailhead.
11/25 - Apache Wash Loop (Phoenix Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike is a 4.9 mile loop with moderate elevation increases required to reach our high point at Ridgeback Overlook. From the Apache Wash Trailhead on East Sonoran Desert Drive, We begin on Sidewinder Trail for about 2.5 miles before returning to our trailhead via Ridgeback and. Ocotillo Trails, with a 0.25 mile diversion to Ridgeback Overlook on the way back. The drive from Winfield is about 25 minutes. Head south on N. Scottsdale Road, turn right on Lone Mountain, then left on Cave Creek Road and finally right on E. Sonoran Desert Drive, which you follow until reaching the trailhead on your right.
For any questions call:
Phil Bates 415-794-2671
Grant Ireland 847-308-3513
Marshall Sussman 201-988-5867
Brad Adams 847-471-2292
Reminders:
Hike with a buddy
Wear sunscreen & sunglasses
Bring plenty of water
Consider using trekking poles
Art, Coffee and Conversation with a local Artist. Holland Center
Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, 10am to 11:30am at Holland Center
A monthly series at Holland Center. Check website for details. https://hollandcenter.org/events/month/
Foothills Speakers Series
Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, 6pm to 8pm at The Holland Center
Foothills Speaker Series. 2nd Tuesday of each month. https://www.dflt.org/calendar
Line Dancing Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Line Dancing Tuesday and Sunday Nights from 7PM to 8PM.
Free Line Dance Lessons
The Painter's Palette - Open Paint
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026, 9am to 12pm at Desert Foothills Library
Check the website for details. https://desertfoothills.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming
Picasso, van Gogh, Michelangelo and YOU! No matter what medium you prefer to create with, all are welcome to join The Painters Palette! Open to all, this gathering is the time to let your creative juices flow. Bring your paints, pastels, watercolors, easels, and brushes, and join this colorful palette of other artists in our wonderful community! We provide the space, you create the art. Open to any and all mediums and skill levels.
No instructor, self-guided
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Class is free but a donation to the Desert Foothills Library is appreciated. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Buffalo Chips Bull Riding
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026, 7:30pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/bull-riding
Weekly Schedule - Gates Open at 6PM
Wednesday: 7:30PM & 9PM Ride Times
Friday: 8:00PM: 9:30PM & 10:45PM Ride Times Mutton Bustin' on Friday Nights ONLY - 8:00PM
Tickets are purchased at the gate night of.
Tickets are $10.00 Cash per person
Tap Takeover: Janey’s
Thursday, February 12th, 2026, 7pm at Janey’s
Check out details at. https://cavecreekazmusic.com/tap-takeover-nights-in-cave-creek/
Janey’s is proud to support our local breweries with weekly tap takeovers. On Thursday nights, come on out and enjoy our version of a daily double: new beers and new music under the stars! (With heat lamps on those cold nights. )
2 Step Dance Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Thursday, February 12th, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Line Dance Lessons:
Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays | 7–8 pm
Two Step Dance Lessons:
Thursdays | 7–8 pm
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Free dance lessons, western style at the Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse!
Whether you're new to the dance floor or just ready to let loose, scoot on over for some classic country steps and good fun.
Line Dance Lessons:
Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays | 7–8 pm
Two Step Dance Lessons:
Thursdays | 7–8 pm
Ready to groove? Visit their website to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KkuZHe
Library: Monthly Book Sale @ Chapter2Books
Friday, February 13th, 2026, 9am to 5pm at Desert Foothills Library
Monthly event at Library
Check the website for details
Carefree Farmers Market
Friday, February 13th, 2026, 9am to 1pm at Carefree, Easy Street
Meet local vendors at our Carefree Town Center and explore a variety of fresh produce, delectable baked goods, handcrafted products, and much more.
Fridays
Oct.-May 9am - 1pm
June-Sept. 8am - 11am
Meet local vendors at our Carefree Town Center and explore a variety of fresh produce, delectable baked goods, handcrafted products, and much more.
Buffalo Chips Bull Riding
Friday, February 13th, 2026, 7:30pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/bull-riding
Weekly Schedule - Gates Open at 6PM
Wednesday: 7:30PM & 9PM Ride Times
Friday: 8:00PM: 9:30PM & 10:45PM Ride Times Mutton Bustin' on Friday Nights ONLY - 8:00PM
Tickets are purchased at the gate night of.
Tickets are $10.00 Cash per person
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Friday, February 13th, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
AZ Gold Mining Experience
Saturday, February 14th, 2026, 10am to 11:30am at Cave Creek Museum
BUY YOUR TICKET! This event normally sells out fast. https://cavecreekmuseum.org/events/list/
Due to the popularity of The AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™, tickets must be pre-purchased. No Membership Discounts. Culture Passes will not be accepted for this event
BUY YOUR TICKET! This event normally sells out fast. https://cavecreekmuseum.org/events/list/
Museum opens at 9:00 am for event check-in; the ARIZONA GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ begins at 10:00 am.
The Cave Creek Museum’s AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ is unique with its display of the complete hard rock ore extraction process, with the mine shaft, tramway, ore carts, crushing and extraction, that are always on display, but operated on 2nd Saturdays. The highlight is Arizona’s only fully operational ten-stamp ore crushing mill. The ten 1,000-lb stamps slam down in synchronized motion to pound the ore removed from the mine into a fine gravel. The stamp mill was brought from its former location at the Golden Reef Mine on Continental Mountain to where it sits today. This is the only operational mining stamp mill in Arizona today that sits only 5 miles from its original site on the mountain.
The program begins with a lively recounting of Cave Creek Mining District’s heyday, followed by a visit to the arrastre, a primitive apparatus that pulverized ore with the power of beast or man. Hold onto your hats when the old mine blows its top! Then onto the Golden Reef Stamp Mill and Tramway, where our highly trained and dedicated “Dream Team” fires up the engines of the stamp mill and once again the mountainsides echo with the crashing beat of the mechanical crusher. Watch as the tramway carries ore to be pulverized!
Then onto the Blacksmith Shop for a demonstration of skill that was highly valued in a time where parts and tools had to be fabricated on site. Next be sure to try your luck at our Gold-panning station, where docents will show you how to pan for ore and minerals just like the old prospectors did. Maybe you’ll strike gold!
Remember, your admission ($15 for guests 13 yrs and up, children 12 yrs and under are free**) is also good for a leisurely tour of the Museum’s Historical and Archaeology collections and be sure to visit our other Outdoor Exhibits: the collection of many other articles from Cave Creek’s mining and agricultural past, the Historic First Church, and our TB Cabin, which is on the National Register of Historic Places as the onlyknown existing tubercular cabin from that era.
Get ready to travel back in Time! Note: this program is approximately 1 hr and 15 minutes long and largely takes place in the Outside Exhibit Area. It is not ADA compliant. Footing is uneven and slightly hilly in places. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear sunscreen!
**Due to the popularity of The AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™, tickets must be pre-purchased. No Membership Discounts. Culture Passes will not be accepted for this event.
Monthly Book Sale @ Chapter2Books
Saturday, February 14th, 2026, 10am to 5pm at Desert Foothills Library
Monthly event at Library
Check the website for details
https://desertfoothills.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming
Check the website for details
https://desertfoothills.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming
Free Drive-In Movies at Earls
Saturday, February 14th, 2026, 6:30pm at Earl’s. Cave Creek Road
Free drive-in movies each Saturday at 6.30pm
Check website for which movie is playing. https://bigearlsgreasyeats.com/drive-in-movies/ A fun, one-of-a-kind movie-going experience! When you come to a Big Earl’s Drive-In Movie you’ll watch more than just a great movie. You will get the full Drive-In Experience – a unique and historic slice of Americana. Carside Service with Full Dinner Menu!
Happy Birthday Arizona!
Saturday, February 14th, 2026, 11:59pm at Arizona
Happy birthday, State 48! Arizona officially became a state on Feb. 14, 1912!
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Saturday, February 14th, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
Line Dancing Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Sunday, February 15th, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Line Dancing Tuesday and Sunday Nights from 7PM to 8PM.
Free Line Dance Lessons
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Sunday, February 15th, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
Quiet Monday, but always Live Music at Janey’s
Monday, February 16th, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:30pm at Janey’s
It’s a lazy Mondays in Cave Creek! But there is alway live music every Monday at Janey’s.
Check out website for details. https://cavecreekazmusic.com/calendar/
Mardi Gras
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026, TBD at Cave Creek Bars and Restaurants
Mardi Gras 2026, or Fat Tuesday, is on
February 17, 2026.
February 17, 2026.
events at our local bars and restaurants
Hiking - Winfield Group
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026, 8:30am at Various
In order to take advantage of the cooler temperatures and better light of early mornings, this hiking season we plan to start a little earlier than past years, with hikers asked to meet each Tuesday at the Winfield Clubhouse at 7:45am for an 8am departure.
To simplify communications, I will no longer be sending out a detailed hike description with options for longer or shorter hikes for each outing. Instead, you will be provided just a short description of the planned hike and driving directions to the trailhead. Except for special outings, we will try to keep all hikes to a maximum of 6 miles. Hikers are welcome to plan longer or shorter versions of group hike, but they will need to coordinate carpooling and other matters among themselves.
List of November Hikes:
11/4 - Dragonfly, Boca Grande & Spur Cross Trail Loop (Spur Cross Conservation Area) - The hike is about 4.0 miles in length and entails modest elevation changes. We start and end at the parking lot across from Spur Cross Stables, which is in the Jewel of the Creek Preserve and next to the entrance to Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Our hike begins on the Dragonfly Trail and then follows the Boca Grande Trail (a recent new name) to the Spur Cross Trail, which we follow back to Spur Cross Road and our trailhead parking lot. The trailhead is about a 15-20 minute drive from Winfield. Drive north for 2 miles on Tom Darlington, turn left on Cave Creek Road for a mile and then right onto Spur Cross Road, which you follow north to the trailhead.
11/11 - Loop Around Granite Mountain (McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - The hike covers about 5.8 miles and involves only small elevation changes as we circumnavigate Granite Mountain. Beginning and ending at the Granite Mountain Trailhead on 136th Street, our hike follows the Bootlegger, Saddlehorn, Granite Mountain Loop and (again) Bootlegger trails. The trailhead is about a 30 minute drive from Winfield. Drive south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, which changes name to Rio Verde Road after passing Alma School Road. Turn left on 136th Street and drive 3 miles until reaching the trailhead parking lot on your left.
11/18 - Marcus Landslide Trail(McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike may be described as a 4.0 mile lollipop with modest elevation gains on the return. We head out and back 1.5 miles on the Marcus Landslide Trail to a scenic one mile loop at the farthest point from our Tom's Thumb Trailhead. The drive from Winfield is about 25-30 minutes. Head south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, right on North 118th Street, then left on Ranch Road and finally right again onto 128th Street, which you follow to its end at the Tom's Thumb Trailhead.
11/25 - Apache Wash Loop (Phoenix Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike is a 4.9 mile loop with moderate elevation increases required to reach our high point at Ridgeback Overlook. From the Apache Wash Trailhead on East Sonoran Desert Drive, We begin on Sidewinder Trail for about 2.5 miles before returning to our trailhead via Ridgeback and. Ocotillo Trails, with a 0.25 mile diversion to Ridgeback Overlook on the way back. The drive from Winfield is about 25 minutes. Head south on N. Scottsdale Road, turn right on Lone Mountain, then left on Cave Creek Road and finally right on E. Sonoran Desert Drive, which you follow until reaching the trailhead on your right.
For any questions call:
Phil Bates 415-794-2671
Grant Ireland 847-308-3513
Marshall Sussman 201-988-5867
Brad Adams 847-471-2292
Reminders:
Hike with a buddy
Wear sunscreen & sunglasses
Bring plenty of water
Consider using trekking poles
Weekly Hiking with Winfield Hiking Group. Meet at Winfield Clubhouse. 8.15am.
Different hike each week. Typically 4 to 5 miles in length. Some hikes up to 6 miles.
Rancho contacts/carpool: FORD.
Our Autumn hiking season has arrived!! Hopefully most of you will return to the Sonoran Desert in November and will be able to join some of the hikes planned for the four Tuesdays during next month.
In order to take advantage of the cooler temperatures and better light of early mornings, this hiking season we plan to start a little earlier than past years, with hikers asked to meet each Tuesday at the Winfield Clubhouse at 7:45am for an 8am departure.
To simplify communications, I will no longer be sending out a detailed hike description with options for longer or shorter hikes for each outing. Instead, you will be provided just a short description of the planned hike and driving directions to the trailhead. Except for special outings, we will try to keep all hikes to a maximum of 6 miles. Hikers are welcome to plan longer or shorter versions of group hike, but they will need to coordinate carpooling and other matters among themselves.
List of November Hikes:
11/4 - Dragonfly, Boca Grande & Spur Cross Trail Loop (Spur Cross Conservation Area) - The hike is about 4.0 miles in length and entails modest elevation changes. We start and end at the parking lot across from Spur Cross Stables, which is in the Jewel of the Creek Preserve and next to the entrance to Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Our hike begins on the Dragonfly Trail and then follows the Boca Grande Trail (a recent new name) to the Spur Cross Trail, which we follow back to Spur Cross Road and our trailhead parking lot. The trailhead is about a 15-20 minute drive from Winfield. Drive north for 2 miles on Tom Darlington, turn left on Cave Creek Road for a mile and then right onto Spur Cross Road, which you follow north to the trailhead.
11/11 - Loop Around Granite Mountain (McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - The hike covers about 5.8 miles and involves only small elevation changes as we circumnavigate Granite Mountain. Beginning and ending at the Granite Mountain Trailhead on 136th Street, our hike follows the Bootlegger, Saddlehorn, Granite Mountain Loop and (again) Bootlegger trails. The trailhead is about a 30 minute drive from Winfield. Drive south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, which changes name to Rio Verde Road after passing Alma School Road. Turn left on 136th Street and drive 3 miles until reaching the trailhead parking lot on your left.
11/18 - Marcus Landslide Trail(McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike may be described as a 4.0 mile lollipop with modest elevation gains on the return. We head out and back 1.5 miles on the Marcus Landslide Trail to a scenic one mile loop at the farthest point from our Tom's Thumb Trailhead. The drive from Winfield is about 25-30 minutes. Head south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, right on North 118th Street, then left on Ranch Road and finally right again onto 128th Street, which you follow to its end at the Tom's Thumb Trailhead.
11/25 - Apache Wash Loop (Phoenix Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike is a 4.9 mile loop with moderate elevation increases required to reach our high point at Ridgeback Overlook. From the Apache Wash Trailhead on East Sonoran Desert Drive, We begin on Sidewinder Trail for about 2.5 miles before returning to our trailhead via Ridgeback and. Ocotillo Trails, with a 0.25 mile diversion to Ridgeback Overlook on the way back. The drive from Winfield is about 25 minutes. Head south on N. Scottsdale Road, turn right on Lone Mountain, then left on Cave Creek Road and finally right on E. Sonoran Desert Drive, which you follow until reaching the trailhead on your right.
For any questions call:
Phil Bates 415-794-2671
Grant Ireland 847-308-3513
Marshall Sussman 201-988-5867
Brad Adams 847-471-2292
Reminders:
Hike with a buddy
Wear sunscreen & sunglasses
Bring plenty of water
Consider using trekking poles
Jim Sherbert Lecture Series
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026, 4pm to 5:30pm at Holland Center
Monthly presentation. See Event schedule for topic. https://hollandcenter.org/events/list/
Line Dancing Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Line Dancing Tuesday and Sunday Nights from 7PM to 8PM.
Free Line Dance Lessons
Jewel of the Creek Guided Tour
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, 9am to 11:30am at Jewel Of the Creek (Spur Cross)
Join us to explore the stunning Jewel of the Creek Preserve! This trail leads through diverse Sonoran Desert habitats - from cholla fields to the riverbed of Cave Creek with towering cottonwoods.
Length: 2.5 miles, some elevation gain, and uneven surfaces. Come prepared with water, closed-toe shoes, and sun protection. No restrooms available. Parking: If parking lot is full, park at the Spur Cross lot 0.25 miles up the road. Registration required, click the link above to register. See you on the trail!
The Painter's Palette - Open Paint
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, 9am to 12pm at Desert Foothills Library
Check the website for details. https://desertfoothills.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming
Picasso, van Gogh, Michelangelo and YOU! No matter what medium you prefer to create with, all are welcome to join The Painters Palette! Open to all, this gathering is the time to let your creative juices flow. Bring your paints, pastels, watercolors, easels, and brushes, and join this colorful palette of other artists in our wonderful community! We provide the space, you create the art. Open to any and all mediums and skill levels.
No instructor, self-guided
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Class is free but a donation to the Desert Foothills Library is appreciated. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Buffalo Chips Bull Riding
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, 7:30pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/bull-riding
Weekly Schedule - Gates Open at 6PM
Wednesday: 7:30PM & 9PM Ride Times
Friday: 8:00PM: 9:30PM & 10:45PM Ride Times Mutton Bustin' on Friday Nights ONLY - 8:00PM
Tickets are purchased at the gate night of.
Tickets are $10.00 Cash per person
Carefree Arts Night
Thursday, February 19th, 2026, 4pm to 7pm at Carefree - Sundial/Easy Street
Join us for the Carefree Art Night on every third Thursday from 4 - 7 p.m.! Stroll the quaint Town of Carefree as you take in the sights of the Desert Gardens and visit local art galleries for special artist engagements and live entertainment. Local musicians provide the perfect ambiance for a 'Carefree' evening under the stars! Art Galleries: Sue Bickerdyke – Bashas Center Bella Fine Goods – Bashas Center Sonoran Arts League – Carefree Plaza Easy St - Thunderbird Artists – Los Portales Steve Stento – Courtyard Easy St Victoria Monize – Courtyard Zuva Gallery – Courtyard Medicinal Art Gallery – Courtyard Stoyonov - East St Wild Holly – Easy St Adelante – Spanish Village Grace Renee – Spanish Village Compass & Crow Gallery Michele – Michele Hutchins
Check out the website for details: https://www.facebook.com/events/385260137185097/385260147185096/?active_tab=about
Trivia Night at Local Jonny’s
Thursday, February 19th, 2026, 5:45pm at Local Jonny’s
Trivia at Local Jonny's!
Come play, it's fun (and humbling...). First question at 6pm, FREE to play, winning team takes home a $25 gift card. Get there early!!!
Cactus Hotel Movie
Thursday, February 19th, 2026, 6:30pm at Carefree Easy Street
Inspired by the beloved children’s book Welcome to the Cactus Hotel, this beautifully crafted film by director Yann Sochaczewski places the iconic saguaro cactus at the heart of the story, revealing how one towering plant becomes a thriving vertical neighborhood for desert wildlife—from nesting woodpeckers to owls and other species seeking shelter through the seasons.
Thoughtful, educational, and fun for the whole family, this special movie night offers a unique way to experience the Sonoran Desert while supporting conservation close to home. Tickets are $25 and available at dflt.org/cactushotel, with all proceeds benefiting Desert Foothills Land Trust’s mission to protect and preserve the desert foothills region.
DFLT Movie Night: Cactus Hotel
Desert Foothills Land Trust invites the community to a magical evening under the desert sky with an outdoor screening of Cactus Hotel on Thursday, February 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion.
Desert Foothills Land Trust invites the community to a magical evening under the desert sky with an outdoor screening of Cactus Hotel on Thursday, February 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion.
Inspired by the beloved children’s book Welcome to the Cactus Hotel, this beautifully crafted film by director Yann Sochaczewski places the iconic saguaro cactus at the heart of the story, revealing how one towering plant becomes a thriving vertical neighborhood for desert wildlife—from nesting woodpeckers to owls and other species seeking shelter through the seasons.
Thoughtful, educational, and fun for the whole family, this special movie night offers a unique way to experience the Sonoran Desert while supporting conservation close to home. Tickets are $25 and available at dflt.org/cactushotel, with all proceeds benefiting Desert Foothills Land Trust’s mission to protect and preserve the desert foothills region.
Tap Takeover: Janey’s
Thursday, February 19th, 2026, 7pm at Janey’s
Check out details at. https://cavecreekazmusic.com/tap-takeover-nights-in-cave-creek/
Janey’s is proud to support our local breweries with weekly tap takeovers. On Thursday nights, come on out and enjoy our version of a daily double: new beers and new music under the stars! (With heat lamps on those cold nights. )
2 Step Dance Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Thursday, February 19th, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Line Dance Lessons:
Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays | 7–8 pm
Two Step Dance Lessons:
Thursdays | 7–8 pm
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Free dance lessons, western style at the Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse!
Whether you're new to the dance floor or just ready to let loose, scoot on over for some classic country steps and good fun.
Line Dance Lessons:
Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays | 7–8 pm
Two Step Dance Lessons:
Thursdays | 7–8 pm
Ready to groove? Visit their website to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KkuZHe
Carefree Farmers Market
Friday, February 20th, 2026, 9am to 1pm at Carefree, Easy Street
Meet local vendors at our Carefree Town Center and explore a variety of fresh produce, delectable baked goods, handcrafted products, and much more.
Fridays
Oct.-May 9am - 1pm
June-Sept. 8am - 11am
Meet local vendors at our Carefree Town Center and explore a variety of fresh produce, delectable baked goods, handcrafted products, and much more.
Bike Builders Showcase
Friday, February 20th, 2026, 10am at Roadhouse and Hideaway
The Hideaway Grill / Roadhouse is hosting our annual Builders Showcase from the 20th until the 22nd of February 2026. Join us at our most intimate event yet!
We will have ALL of Arizona’s premier builders on location.
Meet the best in the business!
Tons of swag and giveaways!
Live music day + night!
This is a show where we embrace the true innovators in the motorcycle industry for they are masters of their craft and have worked a lifetime to make cool motorcycles even cooler.
Rick and the Ramblerz at MVP
Friday, February 20th, 2026, 5pm to 9pm at Mountain View Pub
Rick and the Ramblerz playing at MVP
Happy Hour at Fine Arts Gallery
Friday, February 20th, 2026, 5pm to 7pm at The Fine Arts Gallery
Arts Happy Hour
3rd Friday of the Month.
WHERE: The Finer Arts Gallery, 6137 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek
WHERE: The Finer Arts Gallery, 6137 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek
WHEN: 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 17
COST: Free admission
INFO: thefinerartsgallery.com
Buffalo Chips Bull Riding
Friday, February 20th, 2026, 7:30pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/bull-riding
Weekly Schedule - Gates Open at 6PM
Wednesday: 7:30PM & 9PM Ride Times
Friday: 8:00PM: 9:30PM & 10:45PM Ride Times Mutton Bustin' on Friday Nights ONLY - 8:00PM
Tickets are purchased at the gate night of.
Tickets are $10.00 Cash per person
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Friday, February 20th, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
Navajo Rug and Jewelry Show
Saturday, February 21st, 2026, 10am to 5pm at The Holland Center
Navajo Rug & Jewelry Show – February 21-22
Sat. February 21, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat. February 21, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Our 4th annual Navajo Rug & Jewelry Show is truly a memorable cultural awareness event that we’re privileged to experience in our area.
Shop for one-of-a-kind handmade Navajo rugs, jewelry, and crafts — and experience Native music, weaving demonstrations & stories, and cultural teachings. 100% of all proceeds directly support the Navajo Elders and help reduce the extreme poverty and hardship they face on the Navajo Reservation.
Bike Builders Showcase
Saturday, February 21st, 2026, 10am at Roadhouse and Hideaway
The Hideaway Grill / Roadhouse is hosting our annual Builders Showcase from the 20th until the 22nd of February 2026. Join us at our most intimate event yet!
We will have ALL of Arizona’s premier builders on location.
Meet the best in the business!
Tons of swag and giveaways!
Live music day + night!
This is a show where we embrace the true innovators in the motorcycle industry for they are masters of their craft and have worked a lifetime to make cool motorcycles even cooler.
Rodeo
Saturday, February 21st, 2026, 2pm at Memorial Stadium 28th Street
Traditional Family Fun Rodeo!
Featuring Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Barrel Racing and Roping! Hansen’s Cowboy BBQ and lots of fun vendors.
Pre Party with Live Music @ 12pm Rodeo Performance @ 2pm
The FUN is Back!
Rodeo Performance @ 2 pm
Featuring Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Barrel Racing and Roping! Hansen’s Cowboy BBQ and lots of fun vendors.
Pre Party with Live Music @ 12pm Rodeo Performance @ 2pm
The FUN is Back!
Rodeo Performance @ 2 pm
The Golden Reef Stamp Mill: CC Museum Presentation
Saturday, February 21st, 2026, 2pm to 4pm at Cave Creek Museum
Weekly Presentation. See schedule for speaker. https://cavecreekmuseum.org/events/list/
On Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 2-4 PM, Cave Creek Museum Presents will showcase local author, historian and speaker Kraig Nelson on the subject “The Golden Reef Stamp Mill.”
According to Nelson, William B. Hellings and his brother, owned 1,280 acres near today’s 30th Street in Phoenix. Their neighbor was Josiah Woods. Historian Francis C. Carlson said Hellings was planning to establish an outpost for miners and ranchers about 30 miles from the Salt River near a stream called Cave Creek.
Hellings was a dynamic entrepreneur who owned a flour mill producing 30,000 pounds of flour a day. Because of Hellings’ pressing business commitments, Josiah’s brother, Jeriah, and his wife Amanda, opened the outpost. It was called Cave Creek Station. Hellings personally financed a road, from Phoenix, to the station, called Cave Creek Road. Later, Hellings purchased several mines on a nearby mountain known today as Continental Mountain including the Golden Star Mine, which later was renamed the Golden Reef Mine. This mine was the second 10-stamp mill on the property and became Cave Creek Museum’s majestic prize.
“Hellings was one of 23 signatories for the original Phoenix townsite,” says Nelson. “He purchased the original home built by Phoenix’s founder, Jack Swilling, a nine-room, 4,700-square-foot mansion. “This story, and the individual, common to our stamp mill and the inception of Cave Creek and Phoenix, is a captivating and engaging narrative which can only be heard at the Cave Creek Museum; this story will keep you on the edge of your seats.
Nelson, accomplished writer, speaker, volunteer and community participant, has given his time and talent to Cave Creek Museum for more than 18 years. Nelson got involved with the museum as a docent (volunteer) before serving on its board of directors. Voted Docent of the Year in 2014, he became the museum’s historian in 2016. The nationally published author has written features for Images of America, North Valley Magazine and the Foothills Focus. Along with his museum work, Nelson has been a member of the Arizona Archaeological Society since 2011, where he achieved an Advanced Southwest Archaeology certification.
The presentation, which will be held in Cave Creek Museum’s historic church, is free to museum members and $10 for non-members. Register at cavecreekmuseum.org.
Free Drive-In Movies at Earls
Saturday, February 21st, 2026, 6:30pm at Earl’s. Cave Creek Road
Free drive-in movies each Saturday at 6.30pm
Check website for which movie is playing. https://bigearlsgreasyeats.com/drive-in-movies/ A fun, one-of-a-kind movie-going experience! When you come to a Big Earl’s Drive-In Movie you’ll watch more than just a great movie. You will get the full Drive-In Experience – a unique and historic slice of Americana. Carside Service with Full Dinner Menu!
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Saturday, February 21st, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
Road to 250 at Frontier Town
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026, 10am to 6pm at Frontier Town
We’re excited to welcome the Road to 250: Arizona Traveling Museum to Frontier Town on Sunday, February 22, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This upcoming stop will feature engaging, interactive exhibits exploring American history and Arizona’s past, present, and future. We look forward to sharing this experience with our community to help celebrate America’s upcoming 250th anniversary! America250AZ Arizona
#America250AZ
#RoadTo250Arizona
#AZHistory
#America250
#RoadTo250Arizona
#AZHistory
#America250
Navajo Rug and Jewelry Show
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026, 10am to 5pm at The Holland Center
Navajo Rug & Jewelry Show – February 21-22
Sat. February 21, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat. February 21, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Our 4th annual Navajo Rug & Jewelry Show is truly a memorable cultural awareness event that we’re privileged to experience in our area.
Shop for one-of-a-kind handmade Navajo rugs, jewelry, and crafts — and experience Native music, weaving demonstrations & stories, and cultural teachings. 100% of all proceeds directly support the Navajo Elders and help reduce the extreme poverty and hardship they face on the Navajo Reservation.
Bike Builders Showcase
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026, 10am at Roadhouse and Hideaway
The Hideaway Grill / Roadhouse is hosting our annual Builders Showcase from the 20th until the 22nd of February 2026. Join us at our most intimate event yet!
We will have ALL of Arizona’s premier builders on location.
Meet the best in the business!
Tons of swag and giveaways!
Live music day + night!
This is a show where we embrace the true innovators in the motorcycle industry for they are masters of their craft and have worked a lifetime to make cool motorcycles even cooler.
Rodeo
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026, 2pm at Memorial Stadium 28th Street
Traditional Family Fun Rodeo!
Featuring Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Barrel Racing and Roping! Hansen’s Cowboy BBQ and lots of fun vendors.
Pre Party with Live Music @ 12pm Rodeo Performance @ 2pm
The FUN is Back!
Rodeo Performance @ 2 pm
Featuring Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Barrel Racing and Roping! Hansen’s Cowboy BBQ and lots of fun vendors.
Pre Party with Live Music @ 12pm Rodeo Performance @ 2pm
The FUN is Back!
Rodeo Performance @ 2 pm
Line Dancing Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Line Dancing Tuesday and Sunday Nights from 7PM to 8PM.
Free Line Dance Lessons
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
Quiet Monday, but always Live Music at Janey’s
Monday, February 23rd, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:30pm at Janey’s
It’s a lazy Mondays in Cave Creek! But there is alway live music every Monday at Janey’s.
Check out website for details. https://cavecreekazmusic.com/calendar/
Hiking - Winfield Group
Tuesday, February 24th, 2026, 8:30am at Various
In order to take advantage of the cooler temperatures and better light of early mornings, this hiking season we plan to start a little earlier than past years, with hikers asked to meet each Tuesday at the Winfield Clubhouse at 7:45am for an 8am departure.
To simplify communications, I will no longer be sending out a detailed hike description with options for longer or shorter hikes for each outing. Instead, you will be provided just a short description of the planned hike and driving directions to the trailhead. Except for special outings, we will try to keep all hikes to a maximum of 6 miles. Hikers are welcome to plan longer or shorter versions of group hike, but they will need to coordinate carpooling and other matters among themselves.
List of November Hikes:
11/4 - Dragonfly, Boca Grande & Spur Cross Trail Loop (Spur Cross Conservation Area) - The hike is about 4.0 miles in length and entails modest elevation changes. We start and end at the parking lot across from Spur Cross Stables, which is in the Jewel of the Creek Preserve and next to the entrance to Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Our hike begins on the Dragonfly Trail and then follows the Boca Grande Trail (a recent new name) to the Spur Cross Trail, which we follow back to Spur Cross Road and our trailhead parking lot. The trailhead is about a 15-20 minute drive from Winfield. Drive north for 2 miles on Tom Darlington, turn left on Cave Creek Road for a mile and then right onto Spur Cross Road, which you follow north to the trailhead.
11/11 - Loop Around Granite Mountain (McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - The hike covers about 5.8 miles and involves only small elevation changes as we circumnavigate Granite Mountain. Beginning and ending at the Granite Mountain Trailhead on 136th Street, our hike follows the Bootlegger, Saddlehorn, Granite Mountain Loop and (again) Bootlegger trails. The trailhead is about a 30 minute drive from Winfield. Drive south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, which changes name to Rio Verde Road after passing Alma School Road. Turn left on 136th Street and drive 3 miles until reaching the trailhead parking lot on your left.
11/18 - Marcus Landslide Trail(McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike may be described as a 4.0 mile lollipop with modest elevation gains on the return. We head out and back 1.5 miles on the Marcus Landslide Trail to a scenic one mile loop at the farthest point from our Tom's Thumb Trailhead. The drive from Winfield is about 25-30 minutes. Head south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, right on North 118th Street, then left on Ranch Road and finally right again onto 128th Street, which you follow to its end at the Tom's Thumb Trailhead.
11/25 - Apache Wash Loop (Phoenix Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike is a 4.9 mile loop with moderate elevation increases required to reach our high point at Ridgeback Overlook. From the Apache Wash Trailhead on East Sonoran Desert Drive, We begin on Sidewinder Trail for about 2.5 miles before returning to our trailhead via Ridgeback and. Ocotillo Trails, with a 0.25 mile diversion to Ridgeback Overlook on the way back. The drive from Winfield is about 25 minutes. Head south on N. Scottsdale Road, turn right on Lone Mountain, then left on Cave Creek Road and finally right on E. Sonoran Desert Drive, which you follow until reaching the trailhead on your right.
For any questions call:
Phil Bates 415-794-2671
Grant Ireland 847-308-3513
Marshall Sussman 201-988-5867
Brad Adams 847-471-2292
Reminders:
Hike with a buddy
Wear sunscreen & sunglasses
Bring plenty of water
Consider using trekking poles
Weekly Hiking with Winfield Hiking Group. Meet at Winfield Clubhouse. 8.15am.
Different hike each week. Typically 4 to 5 miles in length. Some hikes up to 6 miles.
Rancho contacts/carpool: FORD.
Our Autumn hiking season has arrived!! Hopefully most of you will return to the Sonoran Desert in November and will be able to join some of the hikes planned for the four Tuesdays during next month.
In order to take advantage of the cooler temperatures and better light of early mornings, this hiking season we plan to start a little earlier than past years, with hikers asked to meet each Tuesday at the Winfield Clubhouse at 7:45am for an 8am departure.
To simplify communications, I will no longer be sending out a detailed hike description with options for longer or shorter hikes for each outing. Instead, you will be provided just a short description of the planned hike and driving directions to the trailhead. Except for special outings, we will try to keep all hikes to a maximum of 6 miles. Hikers are welcome to plan longer or shorter versions of group hike, but they will need to coordinate carpooling and other matters among themselves.
List of November Hikes:
11/4 - Dragonfly, Boca Grande & Spur Cross Trail Loop (Spur Cross Conservation Area) - The hike is about 4.0 miles in length and entails modest elevation changes. We start and end at the parking lot across from Spur Cross Stables, which is in the Jewel of the Creek Preserve and next to the entrance to Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Our hike begins on the Dragonfly Trail and then follows the Boca Grande Trail (a recent new name) to the Spur Cross Trail, which we follow back to Spur Cross Road and our trailhead parking lot. The trailhead is about a 15-20 minute drive from Winfield. Drive north for 2 miles on Tom Darlington, turn left on Cave Creek Road for a mile and then right onto Spur Cross Road, which you follow north to the trailhead.
11/11 - Loop Around Granite Mountain (McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - The hike covers about 5.8 miles and involves only small elevation changes as we circumnavigate Granite Mountain. Beginning and ending at the Granite Mountain Trailhead on 136th Street, our hike follows the Bootlegger, Saddlehorn, Granite Mountain Loop and (again) Bootlegger trails. The trailhead is about a 30 minute drive from Winfield. Drive south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, which changes name to Rio Verde Road after passing Alma School Road. Turn left on 136th Street and drive 3 miles until reaching the trailhead parking lot on your left.
11/18 - Marcus Landslide Trail(McDowell Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike may be described as a 4.0 mile lollipop with modest elevation gains on the return. We head out and back 1.5 miles on the Marcus Landslide Trail to a scenic one mile loop at the farthest point from our Tom's Thumb Trailhead. The drive from Winfield is about 25-30 minutes. Head south on Pima, turn left on Dynamite, right on North 118th Street, then left on Ranch Road and finally right again onto 128th Street, which you follow to its end at the Tom's Thumb Trailhead.
11/25 - Apache Wash Loop (Phoenix Sonoran Preserve) - Our hike is a 4.9 mile loop with moderate elevation increases required to reach our high point at Ridgeback Overlook. From the Apache Wash Trailhead on East Sonoran Desert Drive, We begin on Sidewinder Trail for about 2.5 miles before returning to our trailhead via Ridgeback and. Ocotillo Trails, with a 0.25 mile diversion to Ridgeback Overlook on the way back. The drive from Winfield is about 25 minutes. Head south on N. Scottsdale Road, turn right on Lone Mountain, then left on Cave Creek Road and finally right on E. Sonoran Desert Drive, which you follow until reaching the trailhead on your right.
For any questions call:
Phil Bates 415-794-2671
Grant Ireland 847-308-3513
Marshall Sussman 201-988-5867
Brad Adams 847-471-2292
Reminders:
Hike with a buddy
Wear sunscreen & sunglasses
Bring plenty of water
Consider using trekking poles
Cave Creek Council Meeting
Tuesday, February 24th, 2026, 5pm at Town Hall
Regular Council Meetings are held on the first and third Monday of the month unless they fall on a Holiday or are canceled.
In case of a holiday, the Regular Council Meeting is conducted the following Tuesday. The public is encouraged to participate in person at Town Hall, or remotely via Zoom. Regular Council Meetings are also recorded and available by video on the website under Council Videos.
Agendas can be found by clicking the pdf icon in the upper right-hand corner of the Town calendar, or in the Town's Document Center.
To participate or speak during a Council Meeting please complete a comment card and submit them to the Town Clerk. In-person this can be done immediately before the meeting. If you plan to participate remotely through Zoom, please submit an electronic comment card no later than 2pm the day of the meeting here: https://www.cavecreekAZ.gov/comment
Cave Creek Town Hall:
37622 N Cave Creek Rd.
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
To participate remotely:
Zoom Link : https://zoom.us/s/97966005071
(Please allow for time to create a Zoom user account and download the App if you've never used it before). Listeners are muted, unless you complete a comment card before 2pm the day of the meeting, in which case you will be called on and unmuted during Call to the Public or the respective Agenda item.
Line Dancing Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Tuesday, February 24th, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Line Dancing Tuesday and Sunday Nights from 7PM to 8PM.
Free Line Dance Lessons
The Painter's Palette - Open Paint
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026, 9am to 12pm at Desert Foothills Library
Check the website for details. https://desertfoothills.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming
Picasso, van Gogh, Michelangelo and YOU! No matter what medium you prefer to create with, all are welcome to join The Painters Palette! Open to all, this gathering is the time to let your creative juices flow. Bring your paints, pastels, watercolors, easels, and brushes, and join this colorful palette of other artists in our wonderful community! We provide the space, you create the art. Open to any and all mediums and skill levels.
No instructor, self-guided
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Class is free but a donation to the Desert Foothills Library is appreciated. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Buffalo Chips Bull Riding
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026, 7:30pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/bull-riding
Weekly Schedule - Gates Open at 6PM
Wednesday: 7:30PM & 9PM Ride Times
Friday: 8:00PM: 9:30PM & 10:45PM Ride Times Mutton Bustin' on Friday Nights ONLY - 8:00PM
Tickets are purchased at the gate night of.
Tickets are $10.00 Cash per person
Trivia Night at Local Jonny’s
Thursday, February 26th, 2026, 5:45pm at Local Jonny’s
Trivia at Local Jonny's!
Come play, it's fun (and humbling...). First question at 6pm, FREE to play, winning team takes home a $25 gift card. Get there early!!!
Tap Takeover: Janey’s
Thursday, February 26th, 2026, 7pm at Janey’s
Check out details at. https://cavecreekazmusic.com/tap-takeover-nights-in-cave-creek/
Janey’s is proud to support our local breweries with weekly tap takeovers. On Thursday nights, come on out and enjoy our version of a daily double: new beers and new music under the stars! (With heat lamps on those cold nights. )
2 Step Dance Lessons: Buffalo Chips
Thursday, February 26th, 2026, 7pm at Buffalo Chips
Line Dance Lessons:
Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays | 7–8 pm
Two Step Dance Lessons:
Thursdays | 7–8 pm
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/music-%26-dance
Free dance lessons, western style at the Buffalo Chip Saloon & Steakhouse!
Whether you're new to the dance floor or just ready to let loose, scoot on over for some classic country steps and good fun.
Line Dance Lessons:
Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays | 7–8 pm
Two Step Dance Lessons:
Thursdays | 7–8 pm
Ready to groove? Visit their website to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KkuZHe
Carefree Farmers Market
Friday, February 27th, 2026, 9am to 1pm at Carefree, Easy Street
Meet local vendors at our Carefree Town Center and explore a variety of fresh produce, delectable baked goods, handcrafted products, and much more.
Fridays
Oct.-May 9am - 1pm
June-Sept. 8am - 11am
Meet local vendors at our Carefree Town Center and explore a variety of fresh produce, delectable baked goods, handcrafted products, and much more.
The Frontier Town Arts & Crafts Show
Friday, February 27th, 2026, 10am at Frontier Town
This weekend I’ll be at The Frontier Town Arts & Crafts Show at Frontier Town in Cave Creek, Arizona. All of the information is in my beautiful poster below Bring all of your out-of-town friends up to Cave Creek for some western sun and fun.
Purse Impressions Fundraiser at Holland Center
Friday, February 27th, 2026, 10am to 3pm at The Holland Center
Purse Impressions is having this huge purse sale at The Holland Center Friday & Saturday ! It raises funds for women in need for rehabilitation.
Buffalo Chips Bull Riding
Friday, February 27th, 2026, 7:30pm at Buffalo Chips
Check out the website for details: https://buffalochipsaloon.com/bull-riding
Weekly Schedule - Gates Open at 6PM
Wednesday: 7:30PM & 9PM Ride Times
Friday: 8:00PM: 9:30PM & 10:45PM Ride Times Mutton Bustin' on Friday Nights ONLY - 8:00PM
Tickets are purchased at the gate night of.
Tickets are $10.00 Cash per person
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Friday, February 27th, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
AZ Gold Mining Experience
Saturday, February 28th, 2026, 10am to 11:30am at Cave Creek Museum
BUY YOUR TICKET! This event normally sells out fast. https://cavecreekmuseum.org/events/list/
Due to the popularity of The AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™, tickets must be pre-purchased. No Membership Discounts. Culture Passes will not be accepted for this event
BUY YOUR TICKET! This event normally sells out fast. https://cavecreekmuseum.org/events/list/
Museum opens at 9:00 am for event check-in; the ARIZONA GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ begins at 10:00 am. The Cave Creek Museum’s AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ is unique with its display of the complete hard rock ore extraction process, with the mine shaft, tramway, ore carts, crushing and extraction, that are always on display, but operated on 2nd Saturdays. The highlight is Arizona’s only fully operational ten-stamp ore crushing mill. The ten 1,000-lb stamps slam down in synchronized motion to pound the ore removed from the mine into a fine gravel. The stamp mill was brought from its former location at the Golden Reef Mine on Continental Mountain to where it sits today. This is the only operational mining stamp mill in Arizona today that sits only 5 miles from its original site on the mountain. The program begins with a lively recounting of Cave Creek Mining District’s heyday, followed by a visit to the arrastre, a primitive apparatus that pulverized ore with the power of beast or man. Hold onto your hats when the old mine blows its top! Then onto the Golden Reef Stamp Mill and Tramway, where our highly trained and dedicated “Dream Team” fires up the engines of the stamp mill and once again the mountainsides echo with the crashing beat of the mechanical crusher. Watch as the tramway carries ore to be pulverized! Then onto the Blacksmith Shop for a demonstration of skill that was highly valued in a time where parts and tools had to be fabricated on site. Next be sure to try your luck at our Gold-panning station, where docents will show you how to pan for ore and minerals just like the old prospectors did. Maybe you’ll strike gold! Remember, your admission ($15 for guests 13 yrs and up, children 12 yrs and under are free**) is also good for a leisurely tour of the Museum’s Historical and Archaeology collections and be sure to visit our other Outdoor Exhibits: the collection of many other articles from Cave Creek’s mining and agricultural past, the Historic First Church, and our TB Cabin, which is on the National Register of Historic Places as the onlyknown existing tubercular cabin from that era.
The Frontier Town Arts & Crafts Show
Saturday, February 28th, 2026, 10am at Frontier Town
This weekend I’ll be at The Frontier Town Arts & Crafts Show at Frontier Town in Cave Creek, Arizona. All of the information is in my beautiful poster below Bring all of your out-of-town friends up to Cave Creek for some western sun and fun.
Purse Impressions Fundraiser at Holland Center
Saturday, February 28th, 2026, 10am to 3pm at The Holland Center
Purse Impressions is having this huge purse sale at The Holland Center Friday & Saturday ! It raises funds for women in need for rehabilitation.
Food Bank Farmers Market
Saturday, February 28th, 2026, 10am to 1pm at Food Bank, Carefree Hyw
Food Bank Farmer’s Market @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Shop artisan breads, spreads, sweets, and fresh local produce right here on Carefree Highway. You won’t leave empty-handed or hungry!
With holiday visitors all winter, bring them out to soak up our gorgeous shorts weather, shop the freshest local produce, and enjoy a market day that’s pure Arizona. A portion of all sales will benefit the Foothills Food Bank.
Meet us at the Farmer’s Market the fourth Saturday of every month from 10am – 1pm.
Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center Parking Lot 4250 E. Carefree Highway Cave Creek, AZ
Free Drive-In Movies at Earls
Saturday, February 28th, 2026, 6:30pm at Earl’s. Cave Creek Road
Free drive-in movies each Saturday at 6.30pm
Check website for which movie is playing. https://bigearlsgreasyeats.com/drive-in-movies/ A fun, one-of-a-kind movie-going experience! When you come to a Big Earl’s Drive-In Movie you’ll watch more than just a great movie. You will get the full Drive-In Experience – a unique and historic slice of Americana. Carside Service with Full Dinner Menu!
Live Music in Cave Creek All Day
Saturday, February 28th, 2026, 11:59pm at Various Bars and Restaurants
See listing of bands and locations. Kevin Causey normally posts the lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/
https://m.facebook.com/groups/cavecreekmusic/