“I love September, especially when we’re in it.” — Willie Stargell

NOTE: We do our best to bring you accurate information… however, we encourage you to reach out to event venues to confirm before you head out to an advertised event.

Friday, September 17th

Concert in the Park

7:30 PM – 9 PM

Our free, season-opening concert is back--now in Laurel Park!
Bring your friends and family, a picnic, a blanket, and some lawn chairs to this fun-for-all-ages program! (Leave the pets at home, please.)
This concert features the "Lord of the Rings Suite" and William Grant Still’s "Song of the Rivermen," as well as popular favorites.

Pope County Fair
FRIDAY- Saturday

10:00 am Exhibit Building Opens

5:00 pm Commercial Building Opens

6:00 p.m. -- Carnival open

7:00 p.m. -- Sale of Market Animals

Saturday, September 18th

Butterfield Days

SATURDAY AT 10 AM CDT – 3 PM


Come down to the Potts Inn and help us celebrate our local history! We will have family-friendly free activities and lots of fun.

Event by POTTS INN Museum- (Pope County Historic Foundation) Pottsville, Arkansas

Hip Hop Workshop

Sat, Sep 18, 4:00 – 5:30

Join Instructor, Toria Turnbow and challenge yourself to a fun dance workout incorporating Hip Hop skills & tricks.

Grit & Guts Half/Full/50K Trail race

SATURDAY AT 7 AM

Grit & Guts part 2. Half marathon route, repeat for a Full add the Bench for a 50K!
Start at the Sunset overlook parking lot. Chickalah loop plus Miller's goat. Rinse and repeat! Runsignup: https://runsignup.com/.../Dar.../GritandGutsTrailRace2021...
T-shirts available for $15 on Runsignup


Event by Grit & Guts Trail race

1st Annual Ozark Grinder Trail Race

SEP 18 AT 8 AM – SEP 19 AT 5 PM

Heart of the Ozarks cycling is hosting this epic stage race! Approximately 134 miles and 10,727 feet of elevation! The race begins in Gilbert and ends on night one in Leslie. Riders depart Leslie on Sunday and finish that afternoon in Fairfield Bay.

Sunday, September 19th

Concealed Carry Class

SUNDAY AT 1 PM

Conceal Carry Basic course. We will cover all the processes, laws, and techniques for concealed carry. A fun class for beginners all the way to advanced shooters!

$100 per student. Due to ammo shortage, firearm and ammo (22) will be provided to accommodate

Class runs the required 4 hours with class and live-fire training


Event by Shepherd Defense Arkansas