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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...
Jul 3 2026
10:45am - 11:00pm

3492 Music Festival: A Celebration of Community and Sound

, Southern Tail Brewing 900 E. 9th St. Little Rock, AR 72202 United States
On July 3rd, Southern Tail Brewing hosts the 3492 Music Festival, an all-day event rooted in the spirit of Little Rock. Taking its name from the city’s geographic coordinates, the festival serves as a dedicated showcase for the talent, flavors and...
Jul 11 2026
3:00pm - 8:00pm

Ozarks 250 Block Party in Springdale

, Shiloh Museum of Ozark History 118 W. Johnson Ave. Springdale, AR 72764 United States
Celebrate Culture, Community and History in Springdale This summer, the grounds of the Shiloh Museum of Ozark History will transform into one of the region's most unique community celebrations. The Ozarks 250 Block Party, taking place July 11 from 3...
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.
Feb 19 - Sep 6 2026

A Month of Sundays: Art and the Persistance of Time

Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 East Ninth Street, Little Rock, AR 72202 United States
Think about how you experience time. Are there moments that slow down and stretch? Or do they happen as quickly as the blink of an eye? The Southern turn of phrase, "a month of Sundays," suggests a prolonged period of time. The exhibition A Month of...
May 1 - Jul 28 2026
3:00pm - 8:00pm

"Becoming" Art Exhibit

Gotahold Brewing, 409 W. Van Buren, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
"Becoming", the second exhibition in its 2026 art series "Sanctuary: Finding Refuge, Building Community." The exhibition features the work of Mary Springer, Robbin Robertson, and Megan Kirk—three artists whose diverse practices explore transformation...
Jun 23 2026
7:00pm - 10:00pm

Terror Tuesday: The Frighteners 30th Anniversary (1996, R)

CALS Ron Robinson Theater, 100 River Market Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72201 United States
Before The Lord of the Rings, director Peter Jackson delivered this wildly entertaining blend of horror, comedy, and supernatural chaos starring Michael J. Fox. The Frighteners has grown into a major cult favorite thanks to its inventive visual...
Jun 24 2026
5:00pm - 8:00pm

Wednesday Spins

Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 East Ninth Street, Little Rock, AR 72202 United States
Elevate your midweek mood at Wednesday Spins! Experience a night of art, music, drinks, and socializing over beautiful views of the Museum. Kick back with craft cocktails, enjoy music mixed by DJ Afrosia, pop into the Galleries to explore the art on...
Jun 25 2026
7:00pm - 10:00pm

But I'm a Cheerleader (1999, R)

CALS Ron Robinson Theater, 100 River Market Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72201 United States
Sharp, hilarious, colorful, and endlessly quotable, But I'm a Cheerleader has become one of the most beloved LGBTQ+ cult classics of the late 1990s. Starring Natasha Lyonne, RuPaul, and Clea DuVall, this satirical comedy cleverly takes aim at...
Jun 25 2026
7:30pm - 11:00pm

Scotty McCreery w/ Coyote Pine

First Financial Music Hall, 101 East Locust Street, El Dorado, AR 71730 United States
Join Scotty McCreery live at First Financial Music Hall in El Dorado on June 25 for an unforgettable night of country hits! Scotty McCreery has been a household name for nearly half his life, ever since making history in 2011 as both the first...
Jun 26 - 27 2026

Buffalo River Elk Festival

Buffalo River Elk Festival, 109 E Court St , Jasper, AR 72641 United States
We invite you to attend the Buffalo River Elk Festival, a celebration of both tradition and wildlife conservation. This event highlights the Game and Fish Commission's lottery draw for Elk permits and commemorates successful reintroduction of Elk to...
Jun 26 - 28 2026
4:30pm - 3:00pm

Arkansas Folklife Festival

North Little Rock Riverfront Park, 100 Riverfront Park Drive, North Little Rock, AR 72114 United States
The Arkansas Folklife Festival is a free, statewide celebration of the living traditions that shape Arkansas through music, dance, foodways, craft, storytelling, and community culture. Held June 26–28, 2026, at Riverfront Park in North Little Rock...
Jun 26 2026
7:00pm - 10:00pm

Moulin Rouge! 25th Anniversary (2001, PG-13)

CALS Ron Robinson Theater, 100 River Market Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72201 United States
Baz Luhrmann's dazzling musical spectacle returns to the big screen for its 25th anniversary! Moulin Rouge! is a whirlwind of romance, heartbreak, incredible music, breathtaking visuals, and unforgettable performances from Nicole Kidman and Ewan...
Jun 26 2026
7:00pm - 9:30pm

ROBBIE!

The Melonlight Theater, 2 Pine St, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
"Before I explain the job, you must understand that you are all fully committed, and that this moment… is your last chance to walk away." -Jacopo De Fusco, aka the "Boss Man" Set in the 1960's in Italy, the suave and handsome conman, Jacopo, compiles...
Jun 26 2026
7:30pm - 9:00pm

Opera in the Ozarks Presents: Le Nozze Di Figaro

Opera in the Ozarks, 16311 HWY 62 W, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Le nozze di Figaro (The Marriage of Figaro) , Mozart’s timeless comedy, follows Figaro and Susanna, servants to Count Almaviva, on their wedding day. It is a day filled with schemes as they try to outwit the philandering Count, who wants Susanna for...
Jun 27 2026
10:00am - 1:00pm

Family Fest: American Summer

Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 501 East Ninth Street, Little Rock, AR 72202 United States
Kick off the Fourth of July holiday with a day of art, music, and outdoor fun at AMFA! Join a mini parade led by Flurffy – AMFA's beloved pink puppet dog – and enjoy festivities in MacArthur Park, including art-making, lawn games, and special...
Jun 27 2026
12:30pm - 3:00pm

Summer@CALS: Ice Age (2002, PG)

CALS Ron Robinson Theater, 100 River Market Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72201 United States
Join Littlefoot and friends for another family-friendly Summer@CALS adventure on the big screen! Filled with heart, humor, dinosaurs, and timeless lessons about friendship, The Land Before Time continues to delight audiences of all ages decades later...
Jun 27 2026
3:00pm - 5:30pm

National Theatre Live Presents: Hamlet

CALS Ron Robinson Theater, 100 River Market Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72201 United States
The play's the thing' Something is rotten in the state of Denmark. Are you watching closely? Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi ) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy. Trapped between duty and...
Jun 27 2026
4:00pm - 5:30pm

Summer Studio Stroll at ESSA

Eureka Springs School of the Arts, 15751 Hwy 62 West, Eureka Springs, AR 72632 United States
Curious what happens behind the studio doors at ESSA? Join us for a relaxed afternoon exploring working studios, meeting artists, and experiencing the creative energy that fills campus during the summer season. Guests will enjoy instructor...