Welcome, December!

What do you call an obnoxious reindeer? -Rude-olph.

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.

Thursday, December 4th

Russellville Christmas Parade

Thursday AT 6:30 PM

This community event is the largest, lighted Christmas Parade in the state. The parade route will begin at Sears on South Arkansas; travel north on South Arkansas to Main Street; turn west on Main Street; parade ends at S. Glenwood and W. 2nd Street. For more information, contact the Parks Department at 479-968-1272.


Event by City of Russellville - Recreation and Parks

Friday, December 3rd

The Nutcracker 2021

FRIDAY AT 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

The Dance Foundation Presents The Nutcracker 2021! Join us at The Center for the Arts on December 3rd, 4th & 5th!

Enjoy this timeless holiday classic with your family! We hope to see you there!


Event by The Center for the Arts and The Dance Foundation, Russellville, Arkansas

Dardanelle Christmas Parade

FRIDAY AT 6:30 PM

We can't wait to see YOU!!! at this year's Christmas Parade on Friday, December 3rd- rainout date is December 10th.
The parade starts at 6:30pm

There will be Hot Chocolate Stations throughout the Parade Route.

Parade Route is Meritt Park on Hwy 22, turn North on Union Street and right on Front Street

Trophies sponsored by Chambers Bank Categories include Commercial and Non-Profit 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Trophies.

Register at the Chamber office or email dardanellechamberofcommerce@gmail.com

Event by Dardanelle Area Chamber of Commerce

Saturday, December 4th

Christmas Open House

SATURDAY AT 10 AM – 2 PM

Christmas Open House
Free Pictures with Santa
Drawings for free items, Discounts and Sales all day!!!


Event by Love's Flower & Gift Shop

The Pop Up Market at the Pottery Shop

SATURDAY AT 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Saturday December the 4th we will be back at the Pottery Shop with another amazing Pop Up Market.

It's The Pop Up at the Pottery Shop ! Find unique items for your Christmas

Here is the info for Saturday December 4th

𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓: The Pop Up market at the Pottery Shop

𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: The Pottery Shop in Clinton, Arkansas. Address is 850 highway 65 north Clinton, Arkansas

𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍: Saturday December 4th 9:30 to 3:30

𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍: FREE

Event by Pottery shop

Hometown Christmas Parade & Party in the Park

SATURDAY AT 3 PM

We will open the park for visitors at 3:00 pm. Santa will be there for pictures from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. There will be many activities for the children & adults! Cookie decorating, ornament decorating, bump 'n' jumps, face painting, food & gift vendors, tree decorating contest, classic Christmas movies, music from our local church choirs and Clydesdale carriage rides! The Parade will begin at 6:00 pm and then we go back to the park for more Christmas fun!


Event by Dover Area Chamber of Commerce

Free Carriage Rides

SATURDAY AT 4 PM – 7 PM
Experience the magic of Christmas in Paris, AR with free carriage rides, carolers, festive photo opportunities, activities for kids, and more!

Arrive early! The limited number of spaces for carriage rides fill quickly. Sign up at Eiffel Tower park. First come, first served.
Event by Miss Buffalo River Elk Fest Pageant

Sunday, December 5th

Santa @ The Garage Arcade

SUNDAY AT 1 PM – 5 PM

$5.00 per Digital Image

$7.00 per 5x7 print

Event by Ally's Photography