62nd Annual Lost Dutchman Days February 27 - March 1, 2026!
Join us for the Lost Dutchman Parade on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in downtown Apache Junction for family fun and entertainment! "Run for the Gold" at the Lost Dutchman Marathon on Sunday, February 15, 2026. And don't forget to visit the Lost Dutchman Days Carnival and Rodeo on Friday, February 27 - Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Lost Dutchman Parade Application Deadlines:
- Early Bird Parade Entry: December 1, 2025 - January 2, 2026
- Parade Entry: January 3, 2026 - February 6, 2026
- Parade Applications not accepted after Friday, February 6, 2026, No Exceptions!
2026 Lost Dutchman Parade Theme is "Wild West Wonderland"
CLICK HERE for the 2026 Parade Application
CARNIVAL Tickets - Advance sale Carnival tickets are available for purchase at the Visitor Center starting January 2026. Cash Only!
RODEO Tickets - Advance sale Rodeo tickets are available for purchase at the Visitor Center starting January 2026. Cash Only!
Carnival is located at the Apache Junction Rodeo Grounds
1590 E Lost Dutchman Blvd, Apache Junction, AZ 85119
Carnival Hours:
Friday, 2/27/26 3:00pm – 10:00pm
Saturday, 2/28/26 10:00am – 10:30pm
Sunday, 3/01/26 10:00am – 6:00pm
If you would like to volunteer at the Lost Dutchman Parade,
call (480) 982-3141, or email ceo@ajchamber.com.
Thank you 2025 Parade Sponsors!
