Kiwanis Club of Zane Grey Country

04/05/2026

The Eggstravaganza was great fun today! Special thanks to Miller Autoworks for their donation of the eggs and to the Hype Squad at Inspiration Martial Arts Payson for their help!

04/02/2026

Every year we get to help our community at Easter! The last two Easters we got to make Easter baskets💕

08/28/2025

The Kiwanis Club of Zane Grey Country would like to thank everyone who participated in, judged, and watched the Rodeo Parade this year! The winners of each category are as follows:

Best Civic or Volunteer Group—Gila County Sheriff's Office and Volunteers
Costumed Riders—Roots N' Boots Queen Creek - Rodeo Royalty
Group or Marching Group—Payson Longhorn Marching Band
Motorized Vehicle—Arizona Public Service - APS Lighting up the Rodeo
Themed Entry—Territorial Troupers
Family Entry—Operation Christmas Child

Each winner will be receiving a certificate from the Kiwanis Club. We’d like to show our appreciation especially to our judges, who were Heidi Gregory of Noley's Art Gallery & Bookstore, Daniel Butterss of Insurance Professionals of Arizona: North, and Jessiah Rueckert of Inspiration Martial Arts Payson. A special thanks to the Inspiration Martial Arts Hype Squad, who volunteered to help set up and tear down for the parade. We look forward to seeing you all next year!

08/07/2025

Please join us for a great time!

RODEO PARADE!

Celebrating Zane Grey Country: The World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo Parade!

Mark your calendars for one of the most cherished traditions in Arizona! On Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 9:00 AM, the streets of Payson will come alive with the World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo Parade, proudly presented by the Zane Grey Kiwanis Club.

This year’s parade begins at beautiful Green Valley Park and winds its way through town, ending at the historic Sawmill on Main Street. Spectators can look forward to a vibrant showcase of floats, marching bands, equestrian groups, classic vehicles, and community organizations all coming together to celebrate our unique heritage.

Want to be part of the parade?
Entrants are welcome and encouraged! Simply complete the Parade Entry Form available on the Kiwanis website:
https://kiwanis-zanegrey.memberday.org/

For more information or questions, please call 928-978-1086.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the rich traditions and community spirit of Zane Grey Country. Bring the whole family and enjoy a morning of hometown pride!