Explore some of the most unique food festivals in the United States in Arkansas.

Smoke on the Water Barbeque Championship, Hot Springs

Southern Food Festivals in Arkansas

In The Natural State, food is serious business. Southern festivals and cook-offs are abundant, giving residents and visitors the opportunity to sample local favorites or showcase their cooking talents. In Arkansas, you'll truly find some of the most unique food festivals in the United States.

Praise the purple hull pea at the annual July festival in Emerson. Don't miss the World's Championship Steak Cook-off in Magnolia each May. Tout the tomato at the Pink Tomato Festival in Warren. Salute spinach in Alma, the "Spinach Capital of the World." Glorify the grape at the annual festivals held in Altus and Tontitown. Marvel at the melons during Hope's annual Watermelon Festival. Take that secret recipe and join others in one of the many cook-offs held annually in Arkansas.

From gumbo to spinach to ribs, you'll find a cornucopia of challenges surrounding your favorite food or recipe. From chili to tomatoes to peaches, Arkansas is home to a virtual feast of southern festivals and cook-offs. You don't have to worry about leaving hungry!

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Tuesday
7th Annual Chili Cook-Off
Hot Springs 
Nov
26
Thursday
Thanksgiving Day Celebration
Altus 
Dec
5
Saturday
Holiday Farmers' Market
Fayetteville 
Dec
8
Tuesday
Tuesday Tea Series
Hot Springs 
Dec
12
Saturday
3rd Annual Sweet Treats Cookie Tour
Eureka Springs 
Feb
7
Sunday
Eureka Gras Jazz Brunch
Eureka Springs 
Feb
16
Tuesday
International Food Fest at Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia 
Feb
23
Tuesday
Arkansas Hospitality Association Stars of the Industry
Little Rock 
Mar
9
Tuesday
Tuesday Tea Series
Hot Springs 
Mar
12
Friday
International Food Bazaar
Arkadelphia 
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