“September days have the warmth of summer in their briefer hours, but in their lengthening evenings a prophetic breath of autumn.” ― Rowland E. Robinson

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And as always, we hope it’s a good one!

NOTE: As always, 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 2nd

FRIDAY AT 6 PM – 9 PM

Downtown Art Walk September 2022

The September Downtown Art Walk will take place on Friday, September 2nd in Downtown Russellville. Art Walks are a local favorite and have been voted “Best Local Event” multiple years in a row. Artists that would like to participate can email their bio and a photo of their work to msrarevents@gmail.com.

Art Walks are free events open to the public. Enjoy live music, meet local artists, and check out all downtown has to offer! More info to follow.

Event by Main Street Russellville and Russellville Downtown

FRIDAY AT 5 PM – 8 PM

Conway Art Walk - Fall Season

For now, we’ve got so many exciting things to share:

Art Walk has moved to 1st Fridays! Fall season runs September through December.

Simmons Bank is officially our presenting sponsor for the Fall Season!! Thank you!!

Thanks to Simmons, Simon Park will feature live music and food trucks each month!

We’ve added gallery space! Full event map coming soon.

Art experiences are getting turned UP. Stay tuned for announcements about our September immersive experience with Experimental Art!
Event by Conway Art Walk

SEP 2 AT 12 PM – SEP 3 AT 10 PM

Caddo River Festival

Come out to Glenwood Arkansas and celebrate the Caddo River Festival. This small town with a big heart will have something for every age, foods, and drinks of just about every type. Come join us and have a blast, remember come with an empty stomach. For more information go to https://m.facebook.com/caddoriver.fest/

Event by Twisted Kitchen

FRIDAY AT 11 AM – 2 PM

Main Street Food Truck Friday

On Fridays, come out and enjoy delicious food from local vendors. Our food trucks will be located in the parking lot across from the post office in Downtown Van Buren
To add your truck to the list, contact us at 479.922.6862 or email us at oldtownvanburen@gmail.com

Event by Old Town Van Buren

FRIDAY AT 7 PM

MAMA TRYDE AT JOHNSON COUNTY FAIR

MAMA TRYDE will be playing live music at the Johnson County Fair on Friday night! Music starts at 7 PM!
Carnival opens at 5 PM and armbands will be $30.
At 5:30 PM there will be a Fair Princess Pageant and Cowboy Pageant after which, MAMA TRYDE will hit the stage!

Event by MAMA TRYDE

Saturday, September 3rd

SATURDAY AT 7 AM – 12 PM

Hot Springs Farmers and Artisans Market Main Season

The Hot Springs Farmers and Artisans Market Main Season kicks off May 7 through October 29!

Join us for fresh produce and one-of-a-kind handcrafted items. All goods are locally grown or handmade.

Event by Hot Springs Historic Downtown Farmers Market

FRIDAY AT 12 PM – 1 PM

Growing a Healthy Charleston Meeting

Join us for our monthly meeting, on the first Friday of each month!

Meetings last approximately 1 hour and lunch will be provided.

Event by Growing A Healthy Charleston

SATURDAY AT 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

The Pop-Up Market at the Pottery Shop
Saturday, September 3rd! The Pop-Up market at the Pottery Shop is a collection of vintage curators, handmade artisans, and local small businesses. It will be located outside our store in Clinton, Arkansas.

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

Event by Pottery shop

SATURDAY AT 11 AM – 6 PM

Back To School Splash

Parrot Island Waterpark will be open WEEKENDS ONLY for Back To School Splash. Every time you visit, you can enter for Labor Day Weekend Drawings with fun prizes and a daily grand prize of a 2023 Gold Family of 4 Season Pass!

Drawing daily at 3:00 pm from September 3rd through September 5th. Must be present to win.

Sponsored by 5News and Taco Bell.

Get your tickets online at:
http://parrotislandwaterpark.com/tickets/

Event by Parrot Island Waterpark

SATURDAY AT 8 PM – 12 AM

I-40 Ramblers Live at Cedar Lounge

Skylr and I are bringing our Rambling Acoustic Show back to Cedar Lounge!

Event by I-40 Ramblers

SATURDAY AT 10 AM – 1 PM

Beginners Pottery Class

Learn clay prep, wheel throwing, trimming, hand-building, and some coil-building techniques in this 6 week pottery class. Instructor: Suzanne Helton.

$175 for members
$225 for non-members

Sign up on our website!
https://www.rivervalleyartscenter.org/

For questions, call 479-968-2452

Event by River Valley Arts Center

SATURDAY AT 6 PM

CRR with MAK Daddy’s Benefit Dinner

Benefit Catfish dinner for one of our hometown guys!

Event by Greg Collins and CrossRoads Reunion

SATURDAY AT 7 AM – 8 PM

100 Year Celebration

Hankins Country Store

Help us celebrate the 100th year of the store!

Event by Sand Gap General Store

Sunday, September 4th

SUNDAY AT 1 PM – 3 PM

Ice Cream Social

The tradition continues! The Fort Smith Museum of History is delighted to welcome back our annual "Ice Cream Social" after a two-year absence!

When: Sunday, September 4 from 1:00-3:00

Where: Fort Smith Museum of History (320 Rogers Avenue)

Cost: $5.00 per person; $2.00 for children under 6.

Museum admission is included! A two-for-one!

Event by Things To Do, Fort Smith, Go Downtown Fort Smith and Fort Smith Museum of History

SUNDAY AT 7 PM – 8 PM

Live Comedy with Scoundrels Live Stand Up

Start your week off right with live comedy every Sunday night at 7:00 pm with Happy Hour from 3 pm-8 pm.

Event by Tavern Round the Bend