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Its Rodeo Time in Lake Havasu City.Whether you’re serious about rodeo or just want to horse around, this two-day fun-filled event has something for everyone! Local mutton busters and calf riders test their skills, along with hundreds of Grand Canyon Pro Rodeo Association cowboys and cowgirls from around the southwest!For kids there are hands-on activities:Pony RidesPetting Zoo“Little Tuff” Tractor RacesCupcake WalkMechanical BullRoping ArenaSand PileRock Climbing WallOld-Time PhotosSuper-SlideOle’ Fishing HoleGold PanningBounce Houses  This annual event is organized by Friends of the Fair , a local group whose mission is promoting family and equestrian events such as Little Delbert Days and The Grand Canyon Pro Rodeo, along with barrel races, team penning and 4H Events.There is a live band from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday.January 28th, 2024 @ 10:00am – 4:00pmSARA Park Rodeo Grounds7206 Dub Campbell ParkwayLake Havasu City, AZ 86406havasurodeo.com | Admission Price:$15 adults; kids 15 and under freeSandbarPowersports.com for a great boat rental.

When: February 17th, 2024 @ 7:30pm – 10:00pm Havasu 95 Speedway @ SARA Park7260 Dub Campbell PkwyLake Havasu City, AZ 86406havasu95speedway.com | Admission Price:A visit to Lake Havasu City during President’s Weekend is not complete without experiencing Western Pyrotechnic Association’s and Lake Havasu City’s remarkable showcase. New memories with family and friends will be created as the clear desert sky morphs into a spectacular kaleidoscope of colors in honor of the 35th anniversary of Winter Blast, an event that promises to overwhelm thousands of visitors from around the world with the biggest fireworks display in WPA’s and Lake Havasu City’s history.Where to enter: Enter at the main SARA Park entrance (most southern entrance near Havasu 95 Speedway) off of Hwy. 95 Wednesday-Sunday. Don’t for forget to see the sights on the Lake while in town. Lake Havasu has some great sights and beautiful scenery. Need a boat to see the sights, check out Sandbar Powersports or book online … Continued

February 3rd, 2024 @ 9:00am – 5:00pmDowntown Havasu District (Main Street)McCulloch Blvd.Lake Havasu City, Arizona 86403havasuchamber.com | Admission Price:FreeVisitors and residents alike will be out by the thousands for 38th Annual Winterfest. Over 200 vendors in 400 booths from across the United States invite everyone to shop, browse, relax and enjoy Lake Havasu City’s unique culture.Winterfest offers more than booths — there’s entertainment and activities for youngsters. Plan now to join the crowd for two spectacular days of arts, crafts, clothing, jewelry, home décor, tasty street-food, beer garden and eclectic entertainment! Easy access to free parking along Swanson and Mesquite Avenues. See event shuttle information below. To volunteer, click here!Event dates, times and/or details are subject to change. Please contact event coordinator to verify information.Please visit the Chamber of Commerce website for more information. DetailsDate:February 3rdTime:9:00am – 5:00pmEvent Categories:FestivalsOrganizer:Lake Havasu Area Chamber of CommercePhone:928.855.4115Email:[email protected]:havasuchamber.comVenueDowntown Havasu District (Main Street)McCulloch Blvd.Lake Havasu City, Arizona 86403+ Google MapPhone:928.855.4115In town for the weekend, don’t for … Continued

Its that time of year for the Annual Havasu Balloon Festival & Fair designated as one of THE TOP 100 EVENTS IN NORTH AMERICA by the American Bus Association — an event you do not want to miss!The Havasu Balloon Festival and Fair Store is available to answer questions by calling: 928.505.2440 from 10am-2pm Tue-Fri or by e-mailing: [email protected] 20th, 2024 Lake Havasu State Park, Windsor 4171 London Bridge RdLake Havasu City, AZ 86403havasuballoonfestival.com |Admission Price:General admission: $20 (tickets are good for all 4 days), children 10 years old and younger are free Click on map to expandMorning/Evening Ascension* LocationsWindsor 4, Bridgewater Channel, various parking/dirt lots around the London Bridge and throughout the city, golf courses, and schools. Ascension locations depend on wind direction and conditions; launch locations will not be known until the hour of ascension.Run with Balloons 5K/10K6:30am on Saturday, Jan. 20 to begin at the lower end of the Balloon Field. The 10k begins at 8:45am and the … Continued

It’s that time of year again for a VW Bus cruise and blast to the past!Enjoy more than 600 Volkwagen buses at this year’s Buses by the Bridge.What started as a split-window campout has turned into a Volkswagen extravaganza with VW buses coming from all over the county to camp out in our Lake Havasu State Park.This event will showcase VW buses of all makes and models including vintage.Gather the kids on this bright and beautiful Saturday to help burn off some extra energy in the bouncy houses.For some adult fun, we encourage you to enjoy a scenic hot air balloon ride or participate in the chili cook-off. The finale of this groovy event will be a delicious pancake breakfast on Sunday morning. ENTRANCE FEES $5 per person for walk-in spectators (children 17 years old and younger are free), good all weekend as long as you have your wristband on. See the Buses by … Continued

The Havasu Boat & Ski Club is sponsoring the 50th Annual Lake Havasu Polar Bear Day at London Bridge Beach (Island side of the channel) beginning at noon.To earn your Polar Bear patch you must take the polar plunge! We will be having scheduled group plunges at 12pm, 12:30pm, and 1pm, or you may go on your own.The entry fee is $5 for all participants.Participants may warm themselves by the heaters on the beach and partake in a huge pot of soup to warm their insides. For those not quite so brave, the Club will provide the traditional blue and yellow “Chicken” patch for those who immerse any portion of their anatomy into the chilly Lake Havasu waters. The entry fee for “Chickens” is $5.The Club invites EVERYONE to join in the fun at London Bridge Beach for an afternoon of thrills and chills! Spectators are always welcome and there … Continued

Annual Havasu Boat Parade of Lights December 9th, 2023BOAT ENTRY Want to enter your boat in the parade? Anyone is welcome to register by Nov. 21. There is no registration fee to enter.  Prizes will be given to: Best of Show, Judges’ Choice, Wildcard Entry, Best Family or Individual Entry, Best Business Entry, and Best First Time Entry.The boat parade is a FREE Event with plenty of free parking is available at the English Village and in the parking areas on the island near the Channel. Plan to get there early as traffic around the London Bridge can become congested.To register,  please contact this year’s event organizer JJ Gibbs at 928.486.7063 or [email protected] Havasu State Park will once again be providing free access to Channel Beach for the Christmas Boat Parade of Lights.The Paseo Del Sol gate of Windsor #4 at Lake Havasu State Park will be open for free … Continued

Check out 27th Annual The Annual Buses by the Bridge, enjoy more than 600 Volkswagen buses at this year’s Buses by the Bridge.What started as a split-window campout has turned into a Volkswagen extravaganza with VW buses coming from all over the county to camp out in our Lake Havasu State Park.This event will showcase VW buses of all makes and models including vintage. Gather the kids on this bright and beautiful Saturday to help burn off some extra energy in the bouncy houses.For some adult fun, we encourage you to enjoy a scenic hot air balloon ride or participate in the chili cook-off. The finale of this groovy event will be a delicious pancake breakfast on Sunday morning. ENTRANCE FEES $5 per person for walk-in spectators (children 17 years old and younger are free), good all weekend as long as you have your wristband on. See the Buses by the Bridge fees for camping … Continued

Opening Night –Greetings race fans! Havasu 95 Speedway is an ASA-sanctioned paved oval track that runs stock car races in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Classes run include late models, modifieds, trucks, street stocks, legends, Bandoleros, and factory stocks. It is one of three paved ovals in the state of Arizona and the only one in western Arizona. Be sure and visit Havasu 95 Speedway’s website as their schedule is tentative and subject to change.Admission (gates open 2 hours prior to racing)General Admission: $12Kids 6-16: $6Kids 5 and under: FreeSeniors/Military/Those with disabilities: $10Family Pack (2 adults, 2 kids): $25VIP Seating: $25LHHS get $1.00 discount with school ID.November 11th, 2023 @ 6:00pm – 10:00pm | Recurring Event (See all)Havasu 95 Speedway @ SARA Park7260 Dub Campbell PkwyLake Havasu City, AZ 86406havasu95speedway.com| Admission Price:$12 general admission; $10 seniors; $6 kids ages 6-16; kids 5/under freeLooking extra activities during your visit, look no further than SandbarPowersports.com. Sandbar Powersports has some great boat rentals … Continued

Lake Havasu Festival of Lights really brings out the Christmas spirit — bring the family for a stroll under the London Bridge along the walkway or take your boat on a night cruise through the Bridgewater Channel as over 500,000 lights set the water aglow.There’s plenty of free parking at the English Village or The London Bridge Resort and Convention Center. Lights turn off nightly at 10pm.DetailsStart:November 24thEnd:January 7thEvent Categories:Channel District, Family Fun, Top 25 EventOrganizer:London Bridge ResortPhone:928.855.0888Email:[email protected] extra activities during your visit, look no further than SandbarPowersports.com. Sandbar Powersports has some great boat rentals as well as Off Road Tours, give them a call today 928-854-4242