Arkansas State Park Events

Our interpretive guides routinely schedule fun, family-friendly adventures that are designed to help you have a more meaningful park experience and make memories of a lifetime. We offer more than 15,000 activities each year, including outdoor recreation skills demonstrations and workshops, guided hikes, lake tours on park boats, birding walks, kayak tours, living history activities, nature games, bald eagle watches, spring wildflower walks, campfires, school field trips, and much more — there’s something going on all the time! Use the search filters to view specific parks, dates, or topics.

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Sep 4
7:00pm - 7:45pm

Welcome to the Weekend Social

Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue St., Newport, AR 72112 United States
Join park staff as we watch the sunset here at Jacksonport State Park. While we are together we will cover events/programming taking place in and around the park this weekend, things to do while you are here, and enjoy fellowship among one another we...
Sep 4
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Welcome to the Weekend: Sunset & S'mores

Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Queen Wilhelmina State Park 3877 Highway 88 West, Mena, AR 71953 United States
Guests of Queen Wilhelmina State Park are invited to attend a "Welcome to the Weekend" social to enjoy s'mores as the sunsets over Rich Mountain. At the social, find out what programs and events are happening over the holiday weekend, make new...
Sep 4
7:00pm - 8:00pm

CAMPFIRE STORIES, SONGS & S’MORES

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Stories, trivia, and s’mores return for a cozy evening. Don’t forget a blanket or chair.
Sep 4
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Welcome to the Weekend Social: Park Trivia

Lake Catherine State Park, 1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913 United States
Kick off your Labor Day Weekend with park interpreters at the trailhead for a friendly trivia competition. Participants will have the opportunity to compete for prizes and bragging rights. Questions, stories, and conversation are all welcome during...
Sep 4
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Welcome to the Weekend Social: Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstration

Woolly Hollow State Park, 82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR 72058 United States
Join a park interpreter at the pavilion for a weekend kick-off social. This event is a great opportunity to meet other guests while sharing in a traditional Dutch oven dessert. Feel free to bring camp chairs, games, and more.
Sep 4
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Welcome to the Weekend Social: Sunset Viewing

Lake Dardanelle State Park, 100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802 United States
Welcome to Lake Dardanelle State Park; a s the sun goes down on Lake Dardanelle, the sky is lit up with beautiful colors glowing in the sky. Join a park interpreter in the picnic area between the visitor center and the weigh-in pavilion as we watch...
Sep 4
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Welcome to the Weekend Social: Dutch Oven Dessert Demonstration

Bull Shoals-White River State Park, 153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR 72619 United States
Welcome to Bull Shoals-White River State Park; kick off Labor Day Weekend and get to know your fellow campers and some park staff during a relaxed social at the Trout Dock Amphitheater. While you're there, discover how food was cooked in the Ozarks...
Sep 4
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Welcome to the Weekend Social: Park Trivia Challenge

Davidsonville Historic State Park, 8047 Hwy. 166 South, Pocahontas, AR 72455 United States
Join a park interpreter and your fellow campers to test your knowledge of Arkansas State Parks' nature and history in a fun interactive game. Compete for bragging rights and meet your neighbors for the holiday weekend.
Sep 4
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Welcome to the Weekend Social: Sunset Songs

Mount Magazine State Park, 16878 AR-309 , Paris, AR 72855 United States
Enjoy the beautiful setting sun from Cameron Bluff Amphitheater as you enjoy a few original guitar songs that make your outdoor experience at Mount Magazine State Park even more special. This is also a great opportunity to have any questions about...
Sep 4
7:30pm - 9:00pm

Night Hike

Logoly State Park, 131 Columbia Road 459, Magnolia, AR 71753 United States
Discover what comes out after the sun goes down. Bring your flashlight and join the park superintendent for a fun night hike on Crane's Fly Trail. Water, insect repellent, and tennis shoes or hiking boots are recommended for this moderate 1.25-mile...
Sep 4
8:00pm - 8:45pm

Welcome to the Weekend: Park Trivia Challenge

DeGray Lake Resort State Park, 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR 71929 United States
Labor Day Weekend is here; enjoy some campground camaraderie and see how your nature knowledge stacks up in this fun game of DeGray Lake Resort State Park trivia.
Sep 4
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Welcome to the Weekend Social: Sun Down, Stars Up

Cane Creek State Park, 50 State Park Road, Star City, AR 71667 United States
End of summer means finding yourself relaxing at Cane Creek State Park on your Labor Day weekend. As the sun dips below the horizon, take a moment to look up — the night sky is full of stories waiting to be discovered. Explore the constellations at...
Sep 5 - 7

Clothesline Fair

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, 506 East Douglas Street, Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States
This popular annual fair features craft and art vendors, food vendors, square dancing competitions, and more. Contact the park for more information and look here for a detailed program schedule as the event draws near. This event is hosted in...
Sep 5
7:00am - 2:00pm

42nd Annual Antique and Classic Car Show

Mammoth Spring State Park, 17 Highway 63 North, Mammoth Spring, AR 72554 United States
Join us for one of the biggest and best car shows in the Ozarks! Brought to you by the Mammoth Spring Chamber of Commerce, experience the 42nd Annual Antique and Classic Car Show at Mammoth Spring State Park. Gates open at 7 a.m. with judging...
Sep 5
7:30am - 8:30am

Kayaking 101

White Oak Lake State Park, 563 Hwy. 387, Bluff City, AR 71722 United States
Join a park staff member for Kayaking 101 where you will learn the basics of kayaking. We will learn the proper technique for entering and exiting the kayak as well as proper ways of paddling and other safety measures. During the program, you will...