Annual Ben Johnson Days

Event Details

4D Jackpot Barrel Race, 'Fun' Gymkhana & Poker Ride/Walk, presented by the Goldfield Ghost Riders. The event encompasses something for everyone - Fun Gymkhana, Trailer Raffle & Poker Ride. Proceeds benefit children's charities. This event not only promises fun and excitement, it also gives us the opportunity to help those who cannot help themselves. As Ben Johnson said, "Together we CAN make a difference!"

Friday: 4D Jackpot Barrel Race
Saturday: Fun Gymkhana 9am - $15 for entry and FREE for spectators
Sunday: Poker Ride and Horse Trailer Raffle Drawing, 4PM

Dry Camping $40 (one RV space and admission for 2 for Jam Session - additional campers $10 per person

Address : Apache Junction Rodeo Park, 1590 E. Lost Dutchman Blvd Apache Junction AZ
Phone : 480-586-7864 (Always call and confirm events.)

Web:

www.goldfieldghostriders.com

Additional Notes :

Goldfield Ghost Town

In the 1890s, Goldfield was a booming community. The first gold-strike was made in 1892, and it took just a little under a year before the town came to life. One rich strike after another supported the town and approximately 4000 people who lived in the district for five rich years.

Apache Junction, AZ Pioneer History

Apache Trail

The Apache Trail Historic Road was designated a historic road on June 20, 1986

Apache Junction, AZ Landmarks

Barleens Arizona Opry

Whether you live here or you are just visiting the beautiful Valley of the Sun, treat yourself to a fun-filled evening at Barleens Arizona Opry. This operation boasts a tenure of 25 years and now debuts an exciting new show for the 21st century!

Apache Junction, AZ Theatres

Apache Greyhound Park

While legends of lost gold and hidden treasures still manage to lure adventurers to the Superstition Mountains in Apache Junction, Arizona, one of America's great western towns, thousands of visitors and residents stake claim to another shining jewel in the desert, Apache Greyhound Park.

Apache Junction, AZ Dog Races

Weaver's Needle

Weaver's Needle is a prominent pinnacle that towers over much of the region east of Superstition Mountain and had played a major role in the legend of the Dutchman's Lost Mine. This famous landmark was named after Pauline (Paulino)

Apache Junction, AZ Landmarks

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Annual Ben Johnson Days

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