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Nov 20 - Jan 1 2026

Lights of the Ozarks in Fayetteville

Trail of Holiday Lights
Historic Downtown Square, 1 W Center St, Fayetteville, AR 72701 United States
There’s a distinct magic that settles over Fayetteville when more than 500,000 LED lights kick on across the Historic Downtown Square. For six weeks each winter, this downtown becomes one of the Ozarks’ favorite gathering places, a glowing, beloved...
Nov 23 - Dec 27 2026

Lights of the Delta

1405 S. Air Base Hwy., Blytheville, AR 72315 United States
Celebrate the season with more than six million lights illuminating 40 acres, over 50 major motion displays and a 1.5-mile drive surrounded by lakes and trees.
Dec 5 2026
10:00am - 3:00pm

Arkansas Pecan Festival in Keo

Family-Friendly Festivals Food & Drink
Main Street, Keo, AR 72083 United States
Arkansas Pecan Festival Returns to Downtown Keo December 5 The heart of the Arkansas Delta will be crackling with excitement on Saturday, December 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. as the Arkansas Pecan Festival returns to downtown Keo’s historic Main Street...
Dec 12 2026
5:00pm - 8:00pm

Living Windows Christmas Displays in Calico Rock

Trail of Holiday Lights
Main Street, Calico Rock, AR 72519 United States
Living Windows Brings an Ozark Mountain Christmas to Life Each December, downtown Calico Rock transforms into a scene straight from a Christmas card during Living Windows, a beloved holiday tradition that captures the warmth and wonder of the season...
Nov 25 2026
5:00pm - 8:00pm

Bright Nights

Art Shows & Exhibits Concerts & Live Music
501 East Ninth Street, Little Rock, AR 72202 United States
Celebrate the season with live jazz, a champagne bar, festive bites, and good company in the Cultural Living Room. No tickets are required, just come as you are and enjoy an enchanting evening at the Museum.
Nov 27 - 28 2026

91st Annual Wings Over the Prairie Festival

Family-Friendly Festivals
Stuttgart hosts the World’s Championship Duck Calling Contest & Wings Over the Prairie Festival each year. The festival is the largest outdoor expo in the Mid-South. Spanning 6 city blocks in downtown Stuttgart, the Wings Over the Prairie Festival...
Nov 27 2026
7:00pm - 9:00pm

The Nutcracker — Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Co.

Family-Friendly Performing Arts
Hot Springs Children's Dance Theatre Co., 817 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901 United States

Mischievous mice, dancing toys, and sparkling snowflakes come to life to Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score. This timeless holiday classic tells the beloved story of Clara and her magical Nutcracker Prince as they embark on a thrilling adventure. Each...

Nov 28 2026
9:00am - 10:00am

Shop Small Saturday

Fall Events Family-Friendly
Basin Spring Park, 4 Spring St., Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Join us for EUREKA SPRINGS Shop Small Saturday on November 28th at Basin Park from 9-10 AM! ☕️Enjoy coffee and breakfast treats to fuel your shopping energy—because who doesn't need a caffeine boost to tackle those holiday gift lists? 🎅🏻Meet Santa...
Nov 28 2026
11:00am - 12:00pm

Natural State Winterfest

Festivals
5214 W Village Pkwy, Rogers, AR 72758 United States
Celebrate the season at Natural State Winterfest, a cozy outdoor holiday market under the glow of festive lights and the aroma of good food and great beer. Sip on seasonal brews—including the star of the show, our Natural State Baltic Porter—and...
Nov 28 2026
1:00pm - 3:00pm

The Nutcracker — Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Co.

Family-Friendly Performing Arts
Hot Springs Children's Dance Theatre Co., 817 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901 United States

Mischievous mice, dancing toys, and sparkling snowflakes come to life to Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score. This timeless holiday classic tells the beloved story of Clara and her magical Nutcracker Prince as they embark on a thrilling adventure. Each...

Nov 28 2026
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Family-Friendly
Basin Spring Park, 4 Spring St., Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Join us in the Basin Spring Park for the annual Eureka Springs Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5 pm, where Fiddling Santa and his elves come alongside the community to light the town's Christmas tree.
Nov 29 2026
3:00pm - 5:00pm

The Nutcracker — Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Co.

Family-Friendly Performing Arts
Hot Springs Children's Dance Theatre Co., 817 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901 United States

Mischievous mice, dancing toys, and sparkling snowflakes come to life to Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score. This timeless holiday classic tells the beloved story of Clara and her magical Nutcracker Prince as they embark on a thrilling adventure. Each...

Dec 1 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lighting of the Christmas Tree Forest at Crescent Hotel

Family-Friendly Trail of Holiday Lights
75 Prospect, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States

FOUNTAIN GARDEN CHRISTMAS TREE FOREST Join us on December 1st at 6 pm for the lighting of the trees. Head to the fountain garden and see 10 trees adorned with holiday cheer and charity at heart. Located in the hotel's gardens, each tree is uniquely...

Dec 3 2026
1:30pm - 3:30pm

59th Annual Silver Tea

Family-Friendly Food & Drink
Crescent Hotel, 75 Prospect Ave, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Join us for the 59th Annual Victorian Silver Tea, hosted by St. James Episcopal Church at the historic Crescent Hotel's Crystal Dining Room, benefitting People Helping People. 🗓 Thursday, December 3rd 🕐 1:30–3:30 PM 📍 Crescent Hotel, Crystal Dining...
Dec 4 2026
10:00am - 6:00pm

48th Annual Arkansas Craft Guild Christmas Showcase

Arts & Crafts
Arkansas State Fairgrounds, 2600 Howard St., Little Rock, AR 72206 United States

The event features fine arts and crafts by members and their juried guests in wood carving, pottery, wooden kitchen tools, stained glass, handmade jewelry in precious metals and stones, lampworked glass bead jewelry, sculpture, garden art...

Dec 4 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Eureka Springs Christmas Parade

Family-Friendly
Downtown, 4 Spring St., Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
One of Eureka's favorite parades! This year's Parade of Lights rolls at 6:00 PM through the beautifully decorated downtown streets with floats, walkers, bands, and thousands of lights. We have gotten confirmation from the North Pole that Santa will...
Dec 4 2026
7:00pm - 9:00pm

The Nutcracker — Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Co.

Family-Friendly Performing Arts
Woodlands Auditorium, 1101 DeSoto Blvd, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909 United States

Mischievous mice, dancing toys, and sparkling snowflakes come to life to Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score. This timeless holiday classic tells the beloved story of Clara and her magical Nutcracker Prince as they embark on a thrilling adventure. Each...

Dec 4 2026
7:15pm - 9:00pm

Free Christmas Movie at the Auditorium

Film & Movie
The Auditorium, 36 S. Main Street, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Join us for a cozy night in with friends and family as you enjoy a Classic Christmas movie and hot cocoa in the beautiful historic Auditorium, built in 1929.
Dec 5 2026
9:00am - 6:00pm

48th Annual Arkansas Craft Guild Christmas Showcase

Arts & Crafts
Arkansas State Fairgrounds, 2600 Howard St., Little Rock, AR 72206 United States

The event features fine arts and crafts by members and their juried guests in wood carving, pottery, wooden kitchen tools, stained glass, handmade jewelry in precious metals and stones, lampworked glass bead jewelry, sculpture, garden art...