Arkansas State Park Events

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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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Jul 16 - Sep 20

PAINTING THE ARKANSAS PARKS

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Mississippi River State Park is proud to host the Painting the Arkansas Parks exhibit, a statewide celebration of Arkansas’s natural beauty through the eyes of plein air artists. Organized by the Heart of America Artists Association, the project...
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Sep 18
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.
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Sep 19
9:00am - 3:00pm

LANDSCAPE OIL PAINTING WORKSHOP

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join us for a special, full-day Landscape Oil Painting Workshop held in conjunction with our Painting the Arkansas Parks exhibit! Led by award-winning landscape artist Gil Adams, this relaxed session invites artists of all skill levels to observe...
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Sep 19
8:00pm - 8:45pm

OWL PROWL Hike

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Ideally suited for their nocturnal existence, owls command the night skies on silent wings. Discover the incredible adaptations these creatures have developed that allow them to be predators of the night. Join a park interpreter to see “who” is...
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Sep 20
7:00am - 8:00am

MORNING MOMENTUM RIDE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for a gravel ride covering 4-6 miles on a mixed flat and gentle uphill terrain (suitable for beginner riders). Don’t you have a bike? The park offers rentals; call (870) 295-4040 in advance to arrange bike rental.
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Sep 20
10:00am - 10:30am

SNAKESKIN BOOKMARKS

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Discover why snakes shed their skin and make your own snakeskin bookmark with a park interpreter. All ages welcome.
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Sep 20
3:00pm - 5:00pm

KAYAK TOUR OF BEAR CREEK LAKE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Kayaking is a terrific way to experience Bear Creek Lake. You can check out quiet areas for wildlife and relax while surrounded by the St. Francis National Forest. All skill levels are welcome; no prior paddling experience is required but you should...
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Sep 21
10:00am - 11:00am

BIRDING BINGO HIKE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for a fun round of Birding Bingo as we explore the sights and sounds of our feathered neighbors. Binoculars and field guides will be available. Wear sturdy shoes and don't forget to bring water.
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Sep 21
3:00pm - 4:00pm

HIKING: FOREST SAFETY

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for a hands-on program that teaches visitors how to enjoy the woods safely while staying prepared, aware, and confident on the trail. Wear sturdy shoes and don't forget to bring water.
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Sep 25
8:00am - 5:00pm

GREAT ARKANSAS CLEANUP WEEKEND

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
The Great Arkansas Cleanup is a state-wide volunteer event sponsored by Keep Arkansas Beautiful. Volunteers are invited to help clean up roadways, shorelines, and trails. Meet at the visitor center to pick up supplies and receive cleanup location...
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Sep 26
8:00am - 5:00pm

GREAT ARKANSAS CLEANUP WEEKEND

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
The Great Arkansas Cleanup is a state-wide volunteer event sponsored by Keep Arkansas Beautiful. Volunteers are invited to help clean up roadways, shorelines, and trails. Meet at the visitor center to pick up supplies and receive cleanup location...
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Sep 27
9:00am - 12:00pm

GREAT ARKANSAS CLEANUP WEEKEND

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
The Great Arkansas Cleanup is a state-wide volunteer event sponsored by Keep Arkansas Beautiful. Volunteers are invited to help clean up roadways, shorelines, and trails. Meet at the visitor center to pick up supplies and receive cleanup location...
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Sep 27
3:00pm - 4:00pm

PADDLE BOARD YOGA

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Find your balance on the water during this peaceful paddleboard yoga experience at Storm Creek Lake. Participants will practice gentle yoga poses, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques while enjoying the lake’s natural scenery. To sign up...
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Sep 27
7:00pm - 8:00pm

SUNSET STROLL

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Join a park interpreter for a relaxing and easy evening stroll amid sunset colors, breezes, and nature sounds. Wear comfortable shoes. Appropriate for all ages.
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Sep 28
10:00am - 11:00am

"NATURE’S COLOR WHEEL" HIKE

Mississippi River State Park, 2955 State Hwy 44, Marianna, AR 72360 United States
Hunt colors on 1-mile easy hike; explore their roles in nature with park interpreter. Bring water, insect repellent, and wear sturdy shoes.
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