Bats & Buzzards on the Bridge Date: Friday, September 25, 2026 Time: 5:00–7:00pm Location: Hassayampa Event Bridge, 333 E Wickenburg Way, Wickenburg, AZ
Wickenburg’s skies will once again come alive this fall as hundreds of migrating turkey vultures and thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats gather for one of the community’s most unique wildlife spectacles.
The Town of Wickenburg Recreation Department invites residents and visitors to Bats & Buzzards on the Bridge, a free, family-friendly evening celebrating the fascinating wildlife that makes Wickenburg its seasonal home. As the sun sets, attendees can watch hundreds of turkey vultures arrive to roost in the trees surrounding the area. As darkness falls, thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats will emerge from their roosts beneath the highway bridge, creating a memorable nighttime display.
The event will offer a variety of educational and interactive experiences for all ages. Attendees can explore informational tables, participate in hands-on activities, and use binoculars and viewing scopes to get a closer look at the vultures. Wild at Heart will also return with a selection of live raptors, providing an opportunity to see these remarkable birds up close and learn more about their role in the desert ecosystem.
Guided tours of the bat habitats beneath the bridge will be available throughout the evening, offering participants a closer look at the unique environment these bats call home. Guests can also grab dinner from Sadie Dawgs Hot Dog Shack, which will be on-site with food available for purchase. Parking will be available in Wickenburg’s historic downtown area, within a short walking distance of the pedestrian bridge. Attendees are encouraged to bring family and friends, enjoy the desert sunset, and experience this spectacular display of Arizona wildlife.
For more information, contact the Town of Wickenburg Recreation Department at 928-668-0521. Come experience the wildlife and wonder of Wickenburg!
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