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Jun 16 - Sep 6 2026

This Wheel’s Still On Fire: The Legacy of Levon Helm

, Walton Arts Center 212 N West Ave. Fayetteville, AR 72701 United States
This Wheel’s Still On Fire is a celebration of a life well-lived, a connected community and Levon Helm’s artistic legacy. From his earliest years growing up in Turkey Scratch, Arkansas, Levon Helm was surrounded by music and community. He began his...
Aug 6 2026
12:00pm - 9:00pm

50th Annual Hope Watermelon Fest: Half a Century of Sweet Traditions

, 800 S Mockingbird Ln Hope, AR 71801 United States
The 2026 festival is packed with the kind of down-home fun that makes memories. You can spend the day browsing through rows of arts and crafts, testing your skills in the Watermelon Olympics or cheering on your favorites at the Watermelon Idol talent contest. If you are feeling active, lace up your sneakers for the 5k race, or if you prefer something a bit more relaxed, you can wander through the car show while the kids burn off some energy in the Kidz Zone.
Aug 29 2026

79th Annual Mt. Nebo Chicken Fry

, Mount Nebo State Park 16728 West State Hwy. 155 Dardanelle, AR 72834 United States
79th Annual Mt. Nebo Chicken Fry is A Legacy of Flavor and Fellowship On August 29, 2026, the historic summit of Mt. Nebo State Park will once again host one of Arkansas’ most enduring traditions. Since its inception in 1948, the Mt. Nebo Chicken Fry...
Aug 29 2026
10:00am - 6:00pm

Arkansas Renaissance Festival

, Dragonstone Springs 275 Adkisson Rd. Mount Vernon, AR 72111 United States
Just 35 minutes from Conway, adventure awaits at Arkansas’ only permanent Renaissance village.
Sep 11 2026
10:00am - 8:00pm

Art Market at Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts 501 East Ninth Street Little Rock, AR 72202 United States
Shop the AMFA Art Market For one weekend only, the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts is transforming into a vibrant marketplace. The 2026 AMFA Art Market , happening September 11-13 , brings together contemporary artists from across the country for a...
Oct 3 2026

Cherokee Village Oktoberfest 2026

, 7 East Cherokee Village Mall Cherokee Village, AR 72529 United States
Celebrate Fall at Cherokee Village Oktoberfest Raise a stein and welcome the season at Cherokee Village Oktoberfest on October 3. This annual community celebration brings together festive Oktoberfest traditions, local vendors, live entertainment and...
Dec 12 2026
5:00pm - 8:00pm

Living Windows Christmas Displays in Calico Rock

, 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 11 - 15 2026

Porsche Palooza

Inn of the Ozarks, 207 W Van Buren, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Registration for the event opens in early October. ** Book your lodging asap! The Best Western Inn of the Ozarks, where the event is headquartered, is full. However, there are lots of places to stay in Eureka Springs, but book soon! What is a Palooza...
Nov 14 2026
11:00am - 7:00pm

Murphy USA Football Classic

Memorial Stadium El Dorado, 1205 N West Ave, El Dorado, AR 71730 United States
The Murphy USA Classic will pit two Great American Conference teams against one another on Saturday, November 14th at Memorial Stadium in El Dorado, Arkansas. The Southern Arkansas University Muleriders will play the University of Arkansas –...
Nov 22 2026
7:00pm - 10:00pm

THIRD DAY, CHRIS TOMLIN, TOBYMAC

Simmons Bank Arena, 1 Simmons Bank Arena Drive, North Little Rock, AR 72114 United States
Three names. One tour. And a fall lineup that’s almost too impressive to believe. When TOBYMAC, CHRIS TOMLIN, and THIRD DAY tour together, it’s a night big enough to make people book flights, text friends, and clear the calendar! The set list is full...
Nov 28 2026
9:00am - 10:00am

Shop Small Saturday

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
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Tree Lighting Ceremony

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 28 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Ignite Dance Presents: The Nutcracker

The Auditorium, 36 S. Main Street, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Step Into the Magic of the Season! 🎄✨ Join Ignite Dance for our 3rd annual Nutcracker — a one-night-only performance that brings the wonder of the holidays to life! 🩰✨ Immerse yourself in a world of whimsy, ballet, and breathtaking costumes as Clara...
Dec 3 2026
1:30pm - 3:30pm

59th Annual Silver Tea

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
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Eureka Springs Christmas Parade

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
7:15pm - 9:00pm

Free Christmas Movie at the Auditorium

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
1:00pm - 5:00pm

Christmas Tour of Homes

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 11 2026
5:00pm - 7:00pm

Hot Cocoa & Cookie Crawl

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

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

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 18 2026
10:00am - 5:00pm

Finish the List - Eureka Springs

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 19 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jinglin Jeep Parade

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...