Events in Hot Springs
Hot Springs, Arkansas, is known for their many fun and creative festivals and events.
The Bank OZK Arena is connected to the Hot Springs Convention Center and hosts concerts, sports, and shows. The Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival is the longest running documentary film festival in the U.S. and serves as an Academy Award qualifier in the Documentary Short Subject category. The World Championship Running Of The Tubs is an annual event that takes place in Hot Springs every year that pays homage to Bathhouse Row and it's historic ties to the bathing industry. The World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade is held each year on the famous 98-foot-long Bridge Street, which is known as the world’s shortest street in everyday use. There are many annual music festivals in Hot Springs including the Hot Springs Music Festival, Valley of the Vapors Independent Music Festival, Hot Springs Jazz Festival, and Hot Springs Blues Festival. Spa-con is an annual multi-genre entertainment and comic convention held in town.
Check out our calendar of events for more fun festival and event options in Hot Springs!