Schedule of Events
2011

Please be patient with us while changes are currently being revised for our 2011 Events. Check back with us periodically for updated information. Thank you!

Charity Golf Tournament

Sponsored by the Lost Dutchman Days Committee, One of the East Valley's premiere golf courses will be hosting this one day GOLF event. This event benefits youth groups in Apache Junction.

World Famous "Budweiser Clydesdales"

The entire family will enjoy watching the perfectly matched Budweiser Clydesdales’ eight-horse hitch team, and their famous wagon during the Lost Dutchman Days festivities.

To qualify for one of the hitch team of horses, a Budweiser Clydesdale must be a gelding at least 4 years of age. He must stand 72 inches, or 6 feet, at the shoulder when fully mature, weigh between 1,800 and 2,300 pounds. He must be bay in color have four white stocking feet, a blaze of white in the face, and a black mane and tail.

Kickoff Party

LDD Honorary Dutchman/Kick-off dinner will be held at the Elks Lodge #2349. Dinner and entertainment information to follow.

Lost Dutchman Days 4th Annual Bratwurst Party

Join us at the Elks Lodge #2349 for everyone's favorite- JOHNSONVILLE BRATWURSTS, drink and live entertainment. So don't miss this FREE event. All proceeds benefiting local youth charities.

The Main Event Center

The Main Event Center is located on 1590 E Lost Dutchman Blvd & Tomahawk Road at Rodeo Park in Apache Junction. This is where all the activities will be held including: FREE Entertainment Stages, BLM Adoption, Carnival, Vendor Booths, Rodeo, Rodeo Dance and the Crowning of the Miss Lost Dutchman Days Pageant Queen. There will be extra charges for the games and rides in the carnival area, purchases from the vendors, Rodeo and Rodeo Dance tickets. The Gates open at 9:00 A.M. thru 11:00 P.M. on Friday and Saturday and 9:00 A.M. thru 6:00 P.M. on Sunday. The fee to enter is $2.00 which includes free parking. A donation is made to the Apache Junction Little League for their assistance.


Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Royalty Pageant

Thank you very much, for your interest in the 2011 Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Royalty Pageant. Our Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Royalty Committee has been working all year to make this year the best Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Royalty Pageant yet.

Applications are due by DECEMBER 3rd, 2010.

Orientation will be held on December 17th 2010 time and location will be announced in your second packet. This is mandatory! Pageant date is Januray 15th 2011.

Mission: As Rodeo Royalty we wish to represent our community and uphold our western heritage, add to educational programs, awareness workshops, and public relations that are vital to the future existence of the sport of rodeo. Our Royalty will serve as "good will" ambassadors while traveling through out our beautiful state of Arizona to support the Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo and the rodeo mission, Putting smiles on kids faces!

To learn more about how you can show your support for the 2011 Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Queen Pageant and Scholarship Contest click here.

The Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Royalty Pageant is held annually to select 3 young ladies fulfilling the titles of:

  • Jr. Teen Queen Ages 10 - 13
  • Sr. Teen Queen Ages 14 - 17
  • Queen Ages 18 - 24
Any questions can be directed to the LDD Rodeo Royalty Co-Coordinator - Francesqua Curtis-May
E-mail: misslostdutchmandays@yahoo.com or call 520-307-4404

2010 Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Finalist
Queen- Nicole Fisher
Sr. Teen- Lauren Meehan
Jr. Teen- Codi Ross
2010 Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Royalty Court

Previous Year's Finalist

Please select to display prior year's LDD Rodeo Pageant finalist

2010 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2009 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2008 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2007 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2006 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2005 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2004 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court

Click here to see the 2010 Pageant 50/50 Raffle winner!

Lost Dutchman Days Open Rodeo

February 25th, 26th & 27th

The 47th Annual Lost Dutchman Days Open Rodeo begins at 1:30 P.M. each day in the Rodeo Park in Apache Junction. Rodeo events include Bull riding, Saddlebronc, Bareback, Calf & Team Roping, Steer Wrestling and Ladies Barrel Racing and Breakaway Roping.For more information regarding entry fees, dates and times, click here - Rodeo Information.

See 2010 Rodeo Results Here.

Carnival Events

Lost Dutchman Days Carnival features 30 + rides and carnival events located in the Event Center. Carnival runs from 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 P.M. Friday and Saturday. 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. on Sunday.

Parade

The Lost Dutchman Days Parade is a free event. It begins at 9:00 A.M. in downtown Apache Junction. Route: On Apache Trail, between Idaho and Ironwood -  begins at Phelps, just west of Idaho and goes west to Ironwood and returns. This parade allows viewers to see and line up on either side of the route.

Lost Dutchman Days Arts & Crafts Fair

Apache Junction Soroptimist Arts & Crafts Fair held at the Pinal County Complex is a one day only event between the hours of 9:00 A. M thru 4:00 P.M. Come join us to see the artists and crafter's display their fine workmanship.

Rodeo Dance

This is an outdoor event located at the Rodeo Grounds. This annual event is fun- fun- fun. There will be a large (and I mean large) bonfire for warmth and atmosphere. We sometimes refer to it as the old fashioned Barn Dance (less a Barn). It has straw bail seating and a dirt dance floor which has been enjoyed by all throughout the years. This event is limited to persons over 21 years of age.

BLM Wild Horse and Burro Adoptions, Conducted by the Bureau of Land Management

Wild horses and burros that represent the spirit of the historic West will be available to qualifying homes at an adoption event which is sponsored by the BLM during Lost Dutchman Days at the Apache Junction Rodeo Grounds. More than 30 animals will be featured and offered for this adoption.

The BLM offers excess wild burros and horses gathered from public lands in the West to qualified adopters who must demonstrate humane care for the animals for a year prior to receiving title. To qualify to adopt, you must be 18 years of age with approved facilities and transportation.

For more information and adoption qualifications, call BLM at 623-580-5500 or toll free 1-866-4MUSTANGS or go to their website at www.wildhorseandburro.blm.gov.


Cowgirls Historical Foundation

Galloping with Gusto and Saddled Up for Service is the Cowgirls Historical Foundation! This talented group of riders has earned many accolades and awards; both as a team and individual riders. They have had the honor of being selected to ride in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade for the past 2 years. Donating hundreds of hours to community service and charity events; they reach out to share their time and talents. Working to preserve our western heritage, they present a fun educational program and "Wearing It Western" fashion show. The Cowgirls Historical Foundation loves the sport of Rodeo! Many of their riders have enjoyed the privilege of serving as Rodeo Royalty for rodeos across Arizona and the country. The CHF Drill team has performed at L.A.'s Equestfest and many rodeos.

Happy Trails and "May the Horse Be With You" from the Cowgirls Historical Foundation! www.cowgirlshistoricalfoundation.com






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