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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...
Dec 5 2026
1:00pm - 5:00pm

Christmas Tour of Homes

Art Shows & Exhibits
For four decades, homeowners in this Victorian village have invited visitors inside their historic residences to share the joys of the holiday season. The tradition continues on December 5, 2026. Come stroll through one of the largest historical...
Dec 5 2026
3:00pm - 8:00pm

Hometown Christmas

Festivals Trail of Holiday Lights
Dover City Park, 9126 Market Street, Dover, AR 72837 United States

Hometown Christmas in the Park – Dover, Arkansas Celebrate the magic of the holiday season at Dover’s beloved Hometown Christmas in the Park, held annually on the first Saturday in December. Hosted by the Dover Area Chamber of Commerce, this festive...

Dec 5 2026
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Joyfest

Family-Friendly Festivals Trail of Holiday Lights
Downtown Jonesboro Alliance, 405 Union Street, Jonesboro, AR 72401 United States

On December 5, Downtown Jonesboro will be filled with holiday cheer at the annual JoyFest Christmas Celebration. Enjoy the Christmas Tree lighting, live music, kids’ activities, and a Holiday Market with local vendors and treats. Bring your family...

Dec 6 2026

Small Town Christmas in Benton

Family-Friendly Festivals
410 River St, Benton, AR 72015 United States
This December, Downtown Benton transforms into a holiday wonderland filled with festive traditions, twinkling lights, and family-friendly fun. Stroll beneath millions of sparkling lights, take a horse-drawn carriage ride through downtown, lace up...
Dec 6 2026
10:00am - 4:00pm

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 11 2026
5:00pm - 7:00pm

Hot Cocoa & Cookie Crawl

Family-Friendly Food & Drink
Downtown, 4 Spring St., Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Stroll through historic shops, sampling delicious drinks and desserts! December 11, 2026, from 5-7 pm.
Dec 11 2026
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Home for the Holidays - Eureka Springs Holiday Showcase

Concerts & Live Music Family-Friendly
The Auditorium, 36 S. Main Street, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
The Ozark hills will come alive with the sound of holiday music on Friday, December 11th, when the annual Home for the Holidays Concert takes place in The Auditorium. Local Eureka Springs singers and groups will perform songs of the season. ***Please...
Dec 12 2026
5:00pm - 7:00pm

Eureka Springs Living Windows

Family-Friendly
Downtown, 4 Spring St., Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Step into a real-life storybook Saturday, December 12th, from 5-7 pm! Living Windows return as downtown shops, decked in twinkling lights, come to life for one magical night!
Dec 13 2026
3:00pm - 4:30pm

Sip and Slow Stitch

Arts & Crafts Family-Friendly
Gotahold Brewing, 409 W. Van Buren, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Michelle Hastings Hannon is infamous for her slow stitch designs. She brings her supplies, you bring your article of clothing needing mended or reimagined. You don't have to know what you want to do or how to do it! Just show up and be inspired to...
Dec 18 2026
10:00am - 5:00pm

Finish the List - Eureka Springs

Family-Friendly
Downtown, 4 Spring St., Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
The final weekend before Christmas is filled with cozy pajamas and epic deals! Downtown merchants invite you to Finish the List—a fun-filled shopping weekend for those last-minute gifts. Slip into your favorite Christmas PJs and finish the list with...
Dec 18 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...

Dec 18 2026
7:00pm - 9:00pm

The Nutcracker — Ozark Ballet Theater

Performing Arts
Pat Walker Theater, 1103 W Emma Ave, Springdale, AR 72764 United States
Celebrate the holiday season with Ozark Ballet Theater's professional production of The Nutcracker at Pat Walker Theater at Springdale High School. Professional ballet artists and local Academy dancers bring this holiday tradition to Northwest...
Dec 19 2026
9:00am - 11:30am

Ugly Sweater Race: 10K, 5K, Elves Kids' Dash, & Virtual

Family-Friendly Outdoor Recreation
Two Rivers Park, 6900 Two Rivers Park Rd, Little Rock, AR 72223 United States
Dig out that ugly holiday sweater and celebrate the best of the season with a healthy dose of physical fitness! Part of the Run Local Race Series.
Dec 19 2026
2:00pm - 4:00pm

The Nutcracker — Ozark Ballet Theater

Performing Arts
Pat Walker Theater, 1103 W Emma Ave, Springdale, AR 72764 United States
Celebrate the holiday season with Ozark Ballet Theater's professional production of The Nutcracker at Pat Walker Theater at Springdale High School. Professional ballet artists and local Academy dancers bring this holiday tradition to Northwest...
Dec 19 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jinglin Jeep Parade

Family-Friendly
Downtown, Spring St, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Join us for the best Jeep parade of the year!! OUR JINGLIN JEEP PARADE! Come and decorate your Jeep while enjoying food and LIVE music to get you in the holiday spirit starting at 12 pm! Wear your ugliest Christmas sweater as well! We will have...