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The Arizona Gold Mining Experience™

*** Due to the popularity of this event, pre-purchase of tickets is required. Tickets may be purchased on the EVENT page. *** Museum opens at 9:00 am for event check-in; the AZ 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 only during these events.

Cave Creek Museum2026-09-13T11:15:58-07:000 Comments

Porch Party: Where Melodies Spark Memories & Objects Tell Stories

Bring your family, invite your friends, and spend the afternoon discovering local history, connecting with neighbors, and exploring the museum—inside and out! Young explorers will enjoy hands-on children's activities and the challenge of spotting our mischievous costumed runaway cowboy roaming the museum grounds. This FREE event is sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Carefree!

Cave Creek Museum2026-09-09T17:20:57-07:000 Comments

Cave Creek Museum’s Annual Miners’ Dinner

Join us for our favorite and largest fundraiser, the Cave Creek Museum's Annual Miners' Dinner on March 10, 2026, from 5:00-7:00 pm. This event will be held at Harold’s Corral, which serves as the official sponsor. You'll be entertained by local favorite Kevin Causey, who is also Master of Ceremony. Plus, special guest Bob Boze Bell will join the fun and meet Poncho, the beer burro!! Also featured is a silent auction, balloon pop, the ol’ miner, western characters and a bake sale, among other activities. Your support and attendance of this event allows the Museum to continue to grow and serve our community and guests. **TICKETS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE ONLINE. TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR TUESDAY MARCH 10 AT 5PM

Cave Creek Museum2026-03-09T19:24:00-07:000 Comments

Kiwanis’ Family Fun Days: Pioneer Fun & Games

How did children play in the 1800’s without cell phones and computers? Unplug and enjoy learning how to play indoor games, such as jacks, dominoes, pick up sticks, cup and ball, doll making and outside games such as marbles, hoop rolling, game of graces, and more. Fun for all ages! This event is FREE thanks to the generous funding of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree -- Registration is limited and required.

Cave Creek Museum2025-09-29T14:03:41-07:000 Comments

Kiwanis’ Family Fun Days: Wild at Heart (CANCELLED)

Wild At Heart is a program that will encourage understanding, respect and compassion for wildlife and the environment. Adults learn to better understand the role of urban wildlife in our environment and children learn to engage with the natural world without fear. This event is FREE thanks to the generous funding of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree -- Registration is limited and required.

Cave Creek Museum2026-05-01T17:00:30-07:000 Comments

Kiwanis’ Family Fun Days: Fiber Fun Day

Meet Roxanne Eklund, a Cave Creek felt sculptor who uses Churro sheep wool that's sourced from the Indigenous Navajo shepherds to create sculptures inspired by their culture. Try your hand at her spinning wheel and other “tools of the trade”. This event is open to visitors of all age groups. Registration is limited and required. This event is FREE thanks to the generous support of Kiwanis Club of Carefree.

Cave Creek Museum2026-01-30T14:12:39-07:000 Comments

Kiwanis’ Family Fun Days: Archaeology Expo

How did the early inhabitants of the Foothills live here in the desert without modern conveniences? What kind of homes did they build, what did they eat? Was life all work without play time? Learn what petroglyphs are plus make your own clay pot! FREE, THANKS TO THE GENEROUS FUNDING OF THE KIWANIS' CLUB OF CAREFREE. Registration is limited and required.

Cave Creek Museum2025-09-09T16:52:27-07:000 Comments

Kiwanis’ Family Fun Days: Christmas in the Hills

It’s holiday time at the museum! Come help us decorate by making ornaments to hang on our tree and to take home. See Cowboy Santa and join us in old fashioned Christmas caroling. This event is FREE thanks to the generous funding of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree -- Registration is limited and required.

Cave Creek Museum2025-09-09T16:33:13-07:000 Comments

SOLD OUT!! Cave Creek Museum Presents: Seeking Spirits

Join us at the Cave Creek Museum, along with our local paranormal investigation / ghost hunting team that has been featured on the Travel channel’s Destination Fear and Ghost Adventures plus AZ Ghost Adventures for a night of historical hauntings and Paranormal investigation. This event is always a spooky sell-out!

Cave Creek Museum2026-09-14T11:12:25-07:000 Comments

Kiwanis’ Preschool Pioneers: Rosie and the Rustlers

This program is for children ages 3-5; however, all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult. "Rosie and the Rustlers" Rope tying and rip-roaring western activities will help you get to know ranch boss Rosie and her gang of hardworking cowboys. This event is FREE thanks to the financial support of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.

Cave Creek Museum2026-02-05T12:41:03-07:000 Comments