The weekend is almost here!

There are a TON of great events going on in Arkansas over the next few days.

We hope you can get out and enjoy some of them!

Just click the red text to go to the Facebook page for each event.

However you spend your weekend,

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 9th

SEP 8 AT 6:30 PM – SEP 10 AT 11 PM

Buffalo River Bluegrass Festival

Jasper

Come out for a fun, 3 day, Bluegrass Festival! Multiple bands, great people, and great fun! Bring a lawn chair, come and camp, bring an instrument to jam with, and come ready for some great, family, fun!

Lost Creek will be performing on Friday evening. Time TBA!

Flyer in the comments!

Event by Lost Creek Band

SEP 9 AT 10 AM – SEP 11 AT 4 PM

Vintage Market Days® of Little Rock - Fall Event

Arkansas State Fair

Join us for a Fall shopping event, as over 100 premiere vendors from over 15 states showcase their unique vintage and antique finds, handmade goods, and the latest fashion trends from the cutest trendy boutiques!
Hungry?! Eat at one of our delicious food trucks or try a snack from one of our specialty makers! Snag anything from a delicious BBQ sandwich to a yummy walking taco! Fried pies, gourmet fudge and chocolates, hot & iced lattes, and it doesn't stop there!
The market is all indoors, so weather is not a factor! Come shop in comfort at the Arkansas State Fairgrounds!
For more information, visit https://vintagemarketdays.com/market/little-rock/

Event by Vintage Market Days of Little Rock

SEP 9 AT 10 AM – SEP 10 AT 2 PM

GRAND OPENING

Arkansas Sportsman

Friday September 9th we will have our grand opening. The grand opening sale will continue through Saturday the 10th. Come check out the store’s specials and enjoy some BBQ!

Event by Arkansas Sportsman 2.0

FRIDAY AT 6 PM

Star Wars Trivia

The Garage Arcade

Calling all fusions and bounty hunters, come put your mind to the test with our new Star Wars Trivia. You will compete against the mightiest storm troopers, and the highest score will take home the prize and our respect too. We need you to restore justice to the galaxy and what better way than a tournament on wits. And as they say, May the Force be with you.
Entry is $15 per team, teams can have up to four players.

Event by The Garage Arcade

SEP 9 AT 6 PM – SEP 10 AT 3 PM

Pioneer Days

St Paul, Arkansas

We are BACK! Please join us for the 53rd St Paul Pioneers Day on Friday, Sept 9th 6pm-11pm and Saturday, Sept 10th 9am-3pm

There will be Live Music, Food & Craft Vendors, Games, Parade and More...

Want to be a vendor please visit our website: https://stpaulpioneerdays.weebly.com/

Event by St. Paul Pioneer Days

Saturday, September 10th

SATURDAY AT 7 AM

Toad Suck Car & Bike Show

Doc's Coffee + Creamery

Come support the Toad Suck Car Club at their annual Toad Suck Car & Bike Show!

Registration costs $25 and is from 7am-11am.

Prizes will be given for:
- Best of Show
- Best Paint
- Best Interior
- Pick of the Day
- Best Engine

We'll be slinging coffee and ice cream here at Doc's, so come on in and say hi!

Event by Doc's Coffee + Creamery

SATURDAY AT 9 AM – 12 PM

Defensive Carry Course - Russellville, AR 9AM - 12PM

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Russellville

Arkansas Defensive Carry Course

Sign up:

https://www.focusedfire-training.com/.../arkansas.../

Do you plan on exercising your right to carry a weapon for self-defense? Do you want to better understand the weapons carry and self-defense laws of Arkansas? What about how to properly and safely carry a weapon on your person? If so, this is the course for you!!

In our class, we will cover:

Arkansas laws on use of force and self-defense.

Arkansas gun laws on where you can and cannot carry, reciprocity, and much more….

Handgun fundamentals! We will teach you proper stance, grip, sight alignment, sight picture, trigger press, and how to perform under stress.

Scenarios! We are going to train your brain on what to do during a crisis. We are going to help speed up your decision-making process so that you can make the right choice under a tremendous amount of stress!

Obtaining the Arkansas Permit: how to obtain your permit.

Ages 14+ are welcome in the event.

Focused Fire Training is the largest Concealed Carry company in the State of Florida and we have now expanded into the Southeast United States! Not only are we the largest, we have over 4000 5-star reviews on our Facebook page! Check out what they are saying!

Our instructors are the best in the country and we pride ourselves on not just giving you a great class, but giving you an experience that you will always remember.

At only $25.00 seats will fill up fast. Be sure to click going on Facebook and follow the below link to sign up;

https://www.focusedfire-training.com/.../arkansas.../

Please contact us with all your questions, as the venue only knows they are hosting an event for us.

Event by Focused Fire Training

SATURDAY AT 10 AM – 12 PM

Door Hangers Class

River Valley Arts Center

Choose between several designs prepared by Instructor Lisa Jones on a circle panel, leave with a finished piece of art. Class is $25 with supplies included.
Call 479-968-2452 with questions
Sign up on www.rivervalleyartscenter.org

Event by River Valley Arts Center

SATURDAY AT 10 AM – 11 AM

Sip n' Stretch with Peace of Mine Yoga

Point Remove Brewing Company

Sip n' Stretch with Peace of Mine Yoga Studio is back at the brewery! Space is limited and reservations are required. Contact Peace of Mine Yoga directly to reserve your spot!
$12/person (Paid to Peace of Mine)
10% Off Drinks Purchased Before/During Class

Event by Point Remove Brewing Company

SATURDAY AT 1 PM – 2:30 PM

Saturday Kids (5-14) Class - Sep 10

River Valley Arts Center

In this Saturday Art class, students will paint on recycled license plates!

Class is $25

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

For questions, call 479-968-2452
1001 East B Street

Event by River Valley Arts Center

SEP 10 AT 2 PM – SEP 11 AT 12 AM

Brookstock Music Fest 2022!

560 Peaceful Valley Road,Dover,72837,US

Welcome to our first annual Brookstock Music Fest! Featuring an amazing line up of local bands -10 full hours of local live music!

Brookstock Music Fest 2022!!
Stephen Neeper & The Wild Hearts
Tragikly White
Seth Freeman Band
Joseph Logue Band
Dogtown
Vintage

Event is located on our 35 acre private property in Dover from 2pm til midnight. Bring your ice chests with your favorite beverages, snacks, chairs, blankets, pop-up canopy and plan to have a great time! There will be food trucks and restroom facilities on site.
* MUST BE 21 TO ATTEND - Bring your ID.
* Limited number of tickets - get yours TODAY!
* Body Painting by Moriah - Book your appointment.
* No drugs or weapons allowed.
* Smoking only in designated areas.
* Bring sunscreen and insect repellent as this is an outdoor event.
* Check-in 12Noon - 3PM.
* Bring cash & cards for food trucks and vendors.
* Bring plenty of water!
* Misting tent.
* Tickets are $60/per person thru Sept 9, 2022 and must be paid before event. At the gate (if available)-$75/per person.

Event by Brookstock Events

SATURDAY AT 3 PM

2022 Pope County Fair Pageants

Atkins High School

The 2022 Pope County Fair Pageants are scheduled for September 10 at the Atkins High School Auditorium. The event will start at 3:00pm registration and pageant at 4:00pm.

Miss contestants must be single females between the ages of 18-23 and a resident in Pope County. Miss contestants will compete in four areas of competition: Private Interview, Active wear, evening gown, and on-stage question. The Teen contestants must be single females between the ages of 14-17 and meet resident requirements. Teen contestants will compete in four areas of competition: Private Interview, evening gown, Active wear and on-stage question. Each division winner will receive a prize package consisting of crown, sash, flowers, and other prizes. The Miss Pope County Fair Queen and Teen Miss Pope County Fair Queen winners will receive the opportunity to compete at the Arkansas State Fair in October.
Entry fee is $50.

The Little Miss Fair Queen and Little Mister Fair King pageants are open to all residents in the state of Arkansas. Age divisions for girls are 0-18 months, 19-35 months, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10 and 11-13 years and Boys ages 0-3 and 4-up years. The cost to enter is $35.

For Entry forms visit the website www.popecountyfair.com
Deadline to enter is September 2.
For more information about these pageants, contact Amanda at 479-518-6110 or e-mail popecofairpageants@gmail.com.

Event by Pope County Fair Pageants

SATURDAY AT 5 PM – 10 PM

12th Annual Bullfrog Valley Fest

Ragsdale Auction Service

A family oriented potluck gathering sponsored by Ragsdale Auction Service to bring friends, family & community together for a good meal and good times! All that is required is that each family bring at least one dish (casserole, desert, drinks...). We will begin gathering at 5:00 pm (or before) and will eat at 6:00 pm. Bring your children, friends, family & neighbors and we will stay until all stories are told! We will supply chicken and fish for everyone to enjoy!

Event by Ragsdale Auction Service

SATURDAY AT 6 PM

3rd Annual Piney Bay Full Moon Paddle

Piney Bay Recreation Area

3rd Annual Full Moon Lake Paddle at Piney Bay

Event Schedule

9:00 am Morning Yoga Flow
10:00-11:00 Merch P/U Location TBA
1:00 Kayak Scavenger Hunt
5:00 - 5:30 Merch P/U location TBA
6:15 Meet @ Main Launch
6:30 Kick off Sunset/Full Moon Paddle
9:30 Bonfire @ Campground location TBA

Event by Kelly Starzmann

SATURDAY AT 7 PM – 10 PM

Liquid Kitty live at the Beehive HSV

Beehive HSV

Hey everyone, we'll be at the Beehive in Hot Springs Village Saturday, September 10th, 2022. Come Party with us!

Awesome food and great music. Get your reservations early because our shows sell out! Come get your party on with us!

Make sure to call ahead of time, so you can get in the gate.

220 Minorca Rd, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909. Call for reservations - Phone: (501) 777-8176

Event by Liquid Kitty Band

SATURDAY AT 8 PM – 10 PM

The Well Debut

3801 Happy Bend Rd, Atkins, AR 72823-7623, United States

We will be bringing our style of entertainment to a brand new restaurant, The Well! Y’all come on out and let’s show their staff how we do things! Rooster Style!!!!

Event by The Rusty Roosters Band

Sunday, September 11th

SUNDAY AT 12 PM – 4 PM

BoBrook Farms It's Fall Y'all Vendor Market

BoBrook Farms LLC

It's Fall Y'all Vendor Market | Sunday September 11th at 12pm
Happy FALL Y'ALL! We are ready to say goodbye to the summer heat and welcome fall with open arms! This is one of our favorite events and we love bringing so many local vendors in one spot for a shopping experience you won't forget! This event will happen rain OR shine so mark your calendars!

What makes this event so unique is that not only do we have amazing local vendors (over 50 different vendors) but you can also sip on River Bottom Winery wine and beer while shopping! If you have shopped until you drop, grab a chair in the lawn with a glass of wine and enjoy lunch from one of our food trucks! This event is for the whole family to enjoy!

We will have over 50 local crafters, business owners, boutiques and more are invited to participate as vendors in this event. Shoppers can purchase one-of-a-kind items including but not limited to, paintings, handmade jewelry, home decor items, etc.

The public is invited to shop for F.R.E.E. at this event. Food, beverages and vendor shopping is additional cost.

*If you are interested in being a vendor CLICK HERE and fill out the form for more information.

Event by River Bottom Winery and BoBrook Farms LLC

Sunday 1:30-3:30pm

Live Love Arkansas Tour of Homes

Live Love Arkansas has packed this coming Sunday afternoon full of Open Houses all over the area from 1:30-3:30pm. It will be a great afternoon to get out and take a closer look at some of our featured listings!

We will have refreshments at each stop and a friendly agent to guide you as you take it all in!

We will also be doing a giveaway!!!

Check in at 4/6 of our open houses and you’ll be entered to win a $100 Walmart gift-card!

Here are the homes that will be open for touring:

Join Agent Heather Edwards at 271 Charolette Acres in Dover.