Each July the Empire Ranch Foundation celebrates the National Day of the Cowboy at the historic Empire Ranch. It’s a free, fun family event. The program below is updated frequently so be sure to check back to see all we have to offer.
Music and Cowboy Poetry by Arizona Cowboy, Gary Kirkman
Demonstrations:
Trail Rides
Take a 45-minute trail ride; $45/ride. Riders must be age 8 or older; a parent/guardian must ride with children under 18 years of age. First ride of the day is at 8 am; last ride at noon.
Great Grub
Enjoy a Chuckwagon breakfast, lunch or both! $10 for Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Potatoes and a Tortilla from 8am – 9:30am. $15 for Pulled Pork Sliders, Trail Beans and Coleslaw from 11:30am – 1pm.
Docent Tours at 9, 10, and 11
Plan to shop in the ERF Gift Shop.
Vendors & Non-Profits:
Click here to view photos of the 2023 celebration.