The weekend is on it’s way! There are lots of fun things going on in Arkansas over the next few days.
We’ve gathered up the details for a handful of them for you here, but be sure to check Facebook’s events section to see all your options!
just Click the red text to visit the Facebook page with information about 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 15th
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 8 AM - SEPTEMBER 16 AT 12 PM
The Great Goddard Garage Sale
1922 Dodson Ave, Fort Smith
Join us for a 2 day church wide garage sale inside our Great Room. Furniture, Kitchen, Clothes, Tech, and much more!
Event by Goddard United Methodist Church
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 8 AM - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 AT 5 PM
Bear Archery Opener Guided Hunts
4 guided bear hunts at 3 locations. Drawing will be held end of July.
Event by Snake Mountain Pack Goats
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 9 AM - SEPTEMBER 17 AT 4 PM
Off the Beaten Path Studio Tour
Come to Mountain View for the 22nd Annual off the Beaten Path STUDIO TOUR September 15th, 16th &17th, 2023 Visit the private working studios of artists in and around Mtn. View, Calico Rock, Pineville, Fox and Guion, Arkansas, on this free self guided driving tour in the scenic Ozark Mountains. All studios are located within 30 miles of the Court House Square in downtown Mountain View. September 15th 16th & 17th, 2023 www.offthebeatenpathstudiotour.com A free print copy of the 'Guide to Artists' Studios' is available in the tour area. See our website and Face Book page for specific locations to pick up your copy. www.facebook.com/offthebeatenpathstudiotour September 15th, 16th & 17th, 2023 offthebeatenpathstudiotour.com We look forward to seeing you on the tour. Check our website and Face Book page for updates on the tour and the artists. Be sure to tell your friends and come spend the day or the weekend visiting us in Mtn. View. September 15th, 16th & 17th, 2023. This free tour showcases the creative artists located near Mountain View, Arkansas long a center of fine craft artists nurtured by the Ozark Folk Center and the Arkansas Craft Guild. This tour offers you a glimpse into the personal space where their work is created. offithebeatenpathstudiotour.com
Come to Mountain View for the 22nd Annual off the Beaten Path STUDIO TOUR September 15th, 16th & 17th, 2023 Tour Hours: Friday 9am to 6 pm, Saturday 9 am to 6 pm, Sunday 10 am to 4 pm. September 15th, 16th & 17th, 2023 offthebeatenpathstudiotour.com
Event by Off the Beaten Path Studio Tour
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 FROM 9 AM - 6 PM
Howl-O-Ween Dog Friendly Pumpkin Patch September 15- Halloween. Open Friday-Sunday 9am-6 pm
The Lodge at Cadron Ridge
Greenbrier
The Lodge at Cadron Ridge presents the 1st Annual Howl-O-Ween Dog Friendly Pumpkin Patch! Visitors may choose to bring their friendly dogs, but are not required to do so for entry. There will be vendor booths, pumpkin picking, pumpkin painting stations, concessions (pet treats, too!), festival games, photo ops, and so much more! Everyone is welcome! Open every Friday-Sunday from 9-6 beginning September 15th- Halloween.
Event by The Lodge at Cadron Ridge
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 12 PM - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 AT 7 M FROM 5 - 8 PM
Jurassic Quest - Little Rock, AR
Statehouse Convention Center
Jurassic Quest is ROARING into Little Rock, AR from September 15 - 17th!
DON’T MISS:
* LIFE-SIZE, SKY-SCRAPING DINOSAURS
* ONE-OF-A-KIND WALKING DINOSAUR RIDES
* LIFE-SIZE T.REX SKULL
* INCREDIBLE FOSSILS, including REAL T.rex teeth and Triceratops horn
Come join us from September 15 - 17th at Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock, AR!
CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO FIND TICKET PRICES AND PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE:
https://jurassicquest.shop/littlerock-ar
Purchasing tickets online before the event guarantees entry in case of sell out
We are Jurassic Quest, the largest & most realistic traveling dinosaur experience in North America!
Jurassic Quest is the ONLY place where your family can experience:
* The largest and most realistic Dinosaur Exhibit on tour, featuring true-to-detail (and size!) dinosaurs, including a 60 foot long, sky-scraping Spinosaurus, our 80 foot long Apatosaurus, and our gigantic LIFESIZE T.rex.
* Our one-of-a-kind interactive Baby Dinosaur Show and Raptor Training Experience
* Opportunities to meet and greet loveable baby Dinosaurs like Tyson the T.rex, Cammie the Camarasaurus, and Trixie the Triceratops - plus their Dino Trainers
* Walking Dinosaur rides & Stationary Dinosaur rides, including some of the largest rideable dinosaurs in North America!
* Dino Bounce Houses & Bungee Pull
Ready, Set, Quest! Take on The Quest at Jurassic Quest, an interactive challenge that leads adventurers through 10 clues within the experience! Finish all the activities & earn a reward!
* Fossil digs, Jurassic Jeeps, Crafts & Coloring Station, Fossil Experience, “Tricera-tots” (a soft play space for our littlest dino lovers), and MORE!
CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE JURASSIC QUEST EXPERIENCE & WHAT OUR FANS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT US:
https://www.jurassicquest.com/about-us
TIPS:
1. Strollers and wagons are welcome.
2. Be sure to bring your camera . There will be a TON of great moments to capture!
3. Bring socks for the kids! Socks are required for the inflatables.
4. Jurassic Quest is a go-at-your-own-pace, self-guided experience. The average length of stay to enjoy all Jurassic Quest has to offer is 1 to 2 hours.
5. Have a dinosaur question before your Quest, after, or even DURING? We've got #facts. Park Ranger Marty has the DINO 411! Just text your question to 844-DINO-411 or 844-346-6411.
Event by Jurassic Quest
FRIDAY, SEPTEMPER 15 AT 12 PM
Baggo & Brisket benefitting the American Diabetes Association
WhyteSpyder
Who: Supporters of the American Diabetes Association
What: Baggo & Brisket Tournament
When: Sept. 15, 2023 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Where: WhyteSpyder Office 5078 Northgate Road, Rogers, AR 72758
https://connect.whytespyder.com/baggo-brisket-2023
Sign up to play Baggo and help raise money for the American Diabetes Association and #TeamAmy's Kiss A Pig Campaign! Baggo & Brisket is a double elimination tournament with all event proceeds going to fund diabetes research, advocacy, and support for all people living with prediabetes, type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes in Arkansas. The brisket is being provided by Beach BBQ! Drinks provided by Molson Coors and Niagara Bottling. Lunch + Drinks are included with all sponsorships! It's going to be a great day with amazing prizes for the top 3 Baggo teams, awesome food and fun to be had by all!
Amy is a candidate in the 21st annual Northwest Arkansas Kiss a Pig Gala to benefit the American Diabetes Association ® (ADA). The burden of diabetes is something none of us can ignore. Nearly 25,000 children will be diagnosed this year, which is why we’re fighting for a cure. Access to quality diabetes care is hard to find where it’s needed most, which is why we’re pioneering new solutions. The cost of life-saving insulin keeps increasing, which is why we’re advocating for change.
How to Participate: We encourage you to sign up to be a sponsor! Sign up by filling out the form, and sending your sponsorship payment to Amy's Official Sponsorship Venmo: @KAP2023-ARK
Event by Amy Koch, ADA 2023 Kiss-a-Pig Candidate, Ryan Haley and 2 others
FRIDAY, SEPTEMPER 15 FROM 5 - 7 PM
Paint ‘N Sip | Vincent Van Gogh, Wheat Field
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
Paint 'N Sip
Vincent Van Gogh 'Wheat Field'
Friday, September 15, 5 – 7 pm
Register here> https://fsram.ticketspice.com/paint-n-sip-september-2023
Recreate works by the great masters in acrylics on canvas with
RAM’s own Petra Radcliffe guiding the way, step-by-step.
Beer and wine are welcome before/during the class.
Come 15-20 minutes early to get settled in and enjoy the evening with other artists.
Ages 16+ to paint // 21+ to sip. All skill levels welcome.
All art supplies are provided.
Event by Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
FRIDAY, SEPTEMPER 15 AT 5:30 - 8:30 PM
After Hours at the Plant Parlor
121 E Parkway Dr Russellville AR
We invite to spend an evening with us here at the Plant Parlor!
Snacks, beverages, plants, door prizes, plants, local vendors, plants, and more!
Drop in for a few minutes or spend hours, just come in and have some fun! Bring your plant loving buddies!
Event by Plant Parlor: a houseplant boutique
FRIDAY, SEPTEMPER 15 FROM 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Lettuce Grow - A Night on the Farmstead
6800 Camp Robinson Road, North Little Rock
Join us for an enchanting evening under the stars at "Lettuce Grow - A Night on the Farmstead," our annual fundraiser dedicated to supporting our mission of preserving and restoring this historic site. Celebrate the vibrant spirit of our community as we honor the dedicated individuals who have contributed to our cause. Be captivated by live music that sets the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable night. Indulge in mouthwatering local BBQ, sip on a selection of fine wines and craft beers, and treat yourself to our signature farm-to-glass cocktail. Don't miss out on the chance to win incredible raffle prizes featuring local goods and art, while knowing that your participation directly impacts our ongoing preservation efforts. Come together as we nurture our shared commitment to the past, present, and future of this cherished farmstead.
Register at artsonmainvb.com/arts-crafts
Event by St. Joseph Center of Arkansas and St. Joseph Farm Stand
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 6PM - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 AT 5PM
Cleveland Days!!
Cleveland Community Park
1st Annual Cleveland Days!!!
Sept 15th
6-10:00pm -- Heath Sanders Concert with Special Guest Tooter Deal!! $25.00 per ticket .... bring your lawn chairs!!
Sept 16th
10am-5:00pm
Free Entry
Car Show, Kiddie Area, Vendors, Food Trucks, Live Music, Fun & Games, Arts & Crafts, Bounce Houses, Raffle Drawing and so much more!!
Come help Celebrate our Amazing Community and Raise Funds for our Community Park!!
Event by Jennifer Key Zunino, JamesnJenn Acton and 4 others
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 6:30 PM
Murder Mystery Dinner with Cypress Social
Sunset Lodge at Rusty Tractor Vineyards
Elementary, my dear Watson! Join us for our first Murder Mystery Dinner!! This will be a night to die for.............
Upstage Productions presents: No Schick Sherlock- Sherlock Holmes and the case of the slashing razor. Guaranteed to be an amazing show!
Cypress Social is preparing an amazing three course dinner to accompany the show.
1st: Mesculin greens, pickled apple, roasted butternut squash, toasted pepita, goat cheese, maple vinaigrette
2nd: Roasted pork loin with peach chipotle sauce, white cheddar grits, roasted carrots
3rd: Brown sugar chess pie, caramel apple compote, cinnamon chantilly
Full bar available.
Tickets are $70
This event is 21 and up.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 6:30 PM
Beer & Cheese Pairing
Bauhaus Biergarten 326 Holcomb Street Suite 102, Springdale
Join Cheese Expert, Jessica Kearney of Sweet Freedom Cheese, and Bauhaus Biergarten Beer Enthusiast, Daniel Hintz, for a Delicious & Informative night of Beer & Cheese Pairing. Your tasting includes 5 German Beers, 5 Artisan Cheeses and a Bauhaus Biergarten SURPRISE!
Space is limited so purchase your tickets early.
About Jessica Kearney
Jessica Keahey is the owner and Big Cheese at Sweet Freedom Cheese, the first cut-to-order cheese shop in Arkansas. Jessica has studied extensively with cheese experts from around the globe, making and mongering, for the past 11 years. She has earned the distinction of being named a Certified Cheese Professional by the American Cheese Society and was profiled in Women Make Arkansas: Conversations with 50. Jessica also holds a Level 3 sommelier certification from the Wine and Spirit Education Trust and teaches Beverage Management at Brightwater Culinary College.
Sweet Freedom Cheese Shop opened in 2018 in the vibrant 8th Street Market in Bentonville and has been featured by Cheese Market News, Culture Magazine, AY Magazine, Only in Arkansas, and named by The Wall Street Journal, Wine Enthusiast, and Taste of Home as one of the top independent cheese shops in the US to find the country’s best cheese.
Event by Bauhaus Biergarten and Sweet Freedom Cheese
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 9 PM
Pope County Fair
517 S Knoxville Ave, Russellville
A night of hits and more.
Event by T. Graham Brown
High School Football
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 6:30 PM
Sheridan vs. West Memphis Football
Sheridan vs. West Memphis Football
Live Stream : https://powers.onemediasport.com/hsfootball.php
Yellowjackets - Blue Devils
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 7 PM CDT
Lavaca vs. Mount Ida High School | Football
Lavaca vs Mount Ida HighSchool| Football
Live : http://stream.onemediasport.com/hsfootball.php
Golden Arrows - Lions
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 7 PM
Football: CHS vs. Mayflower Eagles
Radio: KHPQ 92.1 FM with Jeff Hall and Mike Hawley
>www.khpq.com
>Live Streaming on KHPQ Sports YouTube Tube channel and KHPQ Facebook page
For mobile devices:
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 7 PM
Little Rock Christian Academy vs. Russellville High School | Football
Little Rock Christian Academy vs Russellville HighSchool| Football
Live : http://stream.onemediasport.com/hsfootball.php
Warriors - Cyclones
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 7 PM
Week 03 at Joe T. Robinson
The Devil Dogs meet the Senators for the 12th time. Morrilton holds a 7-4 advantage but fell 42-14 to Joe T. last year.
Friday, September 15, 2023 / 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
EXPLORATION STATION: SKINS , SKULLS, AND SCAT
Lake Ouachita State Park
5451 Mountain Pine Rd, Mountain Pine
Meeting Place: Exploration Station (Camp Area A)
Join a park interpreter at the Exploration Station in Camp Area A to learn about the local animals that call Lake Ouachita State Park home. Park interpreters will have pelts, skulls, and tracks and show you some interesting identifying characteristics of local mammals that can be found around the park. This is a come and go program that's fun for all ages.
Friday, September 15, 2023 / 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
BIRDING FROM SHEPHERD SPRINGS ROAD
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Shepard Springs Road, Mountainburg
Meeting Place: Shepherd Springs Road
Sometimes the best birding comes from pulling over on the side of the road in an area of prime habitat. Join Park Interpreter Mystina for a carpool road trip down Shepherd Springs Road to bird from the road. This area is wooded and a great place to look for birds, especially during fall migration. Bring your binoculars and field guides if you have them. Binoculars are provided if needed. For the program meeting location, turn right from the park entrance sign and follow Shepherd Springs Road until you see the white park van parked on the side of the road. (Notice: Shepherd Springs Road does transition into a dirt/gravel road).
Friday, September 15, 2023 / 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
SNAKESKIN BOOKMARKS
Lake Ouachita State Park
5451 Mountain Pine Road, Mountain Pine
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Want to know what real snakeskin feels like? Ever wonder why snakes shed their skin? Meet a park interpreter at the visitor center to learn all about snakes and make your very own snakeskin bookmark to take home.
Friday, September 15, 2023 / 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
BUTTERFLY WINGS
Bull Shoals-White River State Park
153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals
Meeting Place: Butterfly Garden
The wings of a butterfly are beautiful and come in all shades. But did you know these colorful wings also help a butterfly survive? Discover the ways butterflies' wings are adapted for their survival and try to spot some butterflies in the garden yourself!
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Saturday, September 16th
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 7 AM - 12 PM
Jump Into Fall Art Market
Hot Springs Historic Downtown Farmers Market
Local art, jewelry, bath and body, home, wood, and more.
ALL LOCALLY HANDMADE!
SATURDAY , SEPTEMBER 16 AT 8 AM
Fall In Love With Conway - Special Market!
Downtown Conway Farmers’ and Crafts Market
Join us and register at every booth for a $50 market credit. In support of the Downtown Conway Partnership, our market will participate with the “Fall in Love with Downtown Conway” event. Our vendors and other merchants of Downtown Conway will be offering specials throughout the day. Spend the day Downtown!!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 8 AM - 11 AM
TACO Trail Workday Supporting NICA
Daisy & The Dandelion Vintage Market
Cedar Glades Park
Taco breakfast at 8:00, hit the trails at 8:30
We’ll provide tools. Bring gloves if you have them.
Everyone welcome. NICA members- come get your trail work hours!
Event by TACO - Trail Advocacy Coalition of the Ouachitas
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 9AM - 10 AM
Greenhouse Class Tour
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
Join the Botanical Garden’s Director of Horticulture, Berni Kurz, as he takes you on a tour of the two Botanical Garden Greenhouses. He will guide you through both greenhouses, while illustrating his practices. Learn his process in the greenhouses, what’s in bloom, his propagation methods, and more!
$20/members or $25/nonmembers
Event by Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 9 AM – 3 PM
Tinkerfest 2023 built by Kiewit-Massman
Arkansas Museum of Discovery
For the twelfth year in a row, Tinkerfest returns to Museum of Discovery! Guests of all ages will love this hands-on event that celebrates innovation, making, arts and creativity!
A few fun activities we have planned:
Slap catapults | Air-powered vehicles | Robot wars | Water walls | Circuit blocks | Makey Makey | Basic animation with thaumatropes | Drones races | Concrete excavation | Cardboard sculptures | Wood burning art | K’Nex bridges | Book binding | Rope making | LEGO ziplines | Tech take-apart | Car take-apart | Wind tunnels | Pottery throwing | LEGO wrecking ball | DIY fairy gardens | Giant sand pile with construction toys
In addition to our activities, we will also have large construction equipment on display, thanks to our presenting sponsor Kiewit Massman Construction.
Tinkerfest events are included in the museum's regular daily admission: $12 for adults, $10 for children 1-12 and free for infants younger than 1. Seniors, teachers, Little Rock city employees and active and retired military are admitted for $10. SNAP recipients plus an additional five people are admitted for $2.
Event by Museum of Discovery, MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History and 3 others
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 AT 10 AM – SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 AT 4 PM
September Pickin’ in the Pines Event
Please join us for our monthly vendor market event!
Located just 5 miles past downtown Hot Springs at 4010 Park Ave.
Saturday 10am-4pm and Sunday 12pm-4pm
A wide variety of vendors, food trucks and music will fill 3 acres of land and inside our event venue just next door to Fancy Schmancy Vintage Boutique!
This event is indoor and outdoor, mostly covered and open rain or shine!
$2 admission for adults, each day, and your admission on Saturday gets you in Sunday, also! Just take a selfie at the gate for re-entry.
Kids under age 18 are free!
Active and Retired Military are Free with ID!
We will have live entertainment on our stage in the middle of the venue throughout the event!
Interested in showing off your talent, have a choir group, dance troupe, talented teen or know a good band? Call us at the number below!
Come hungry and order from 1-2 food trucks and eat in one of our shaded seating areas while you listen to music and play lawn games or watch the kids play! It's a fun time for everyone!
Get more info on our event or learn how to become a vendor at our website:
https://fancyschmancyvb.com/pickin-in-the-pines#
Or call/text 501-318-3533 8am-8pm
Event by Pickin’ in the Pines and Fancy Schmancy Vintage Boutique
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 10 AM - 3 PM
Hoses & Hotrods Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show
The Natural State Cruise'n Auto Club is hosting the HOSES & HOTRODS CAR, TRUCK, & MOTORCYCLE SHOW at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock, Arkansas on September 16th, 2023 from 10am - 3pm. The show will benefit the Arkansas Firefighter Cancer Relief Fund (Crump's Law), which helps Arkansas firefighters who are battling many of the cancers associated with firefighting. Select going to this event, and follow to stay up to date on information such as registration as it becomes available.
If you have any questions, feel free to text or call Amanda at (501) 266-0234.
Event by Natural State Cruise'N, Whitney Kellogg and 2 others
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 10 AM - 4 PM
Back to School Pagaent
Embroidered Sashes, Cash giveaways! Come have some fun
Event by Ashley Dawn Alexander and Antonio Jermaine Alexander
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Introduction to Bee Keeping
This is one you don’t want to miss.
Event by Minnow Creek EHC
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 12 PM - 4 PM
Paws, Paint & Play
Get ready for a woofin' good time at Terra Studios!
In partnership with School for Dogs, we present:
Paws, Paint, & Play -- a canine-friendly art park experience!
Saturday, Sept. 16th, 12-4pm.
Leashed and friendly dogs are welcome to join their owners for a day of exploring and fun. The event is FREE, but a $10 ticket will grant you access to our pop-up dog park, as well as your very own take-home Art Lab project you can create with your furry friend. We'll have live music, food trucks, and a fun photo scavenger hunt you can share on social media. More details to come!
One ticket per dog please, and proof of vaccination must be provided before entering dog park. Purchase tickets here:
https://usingart.org/.../paws-paint-play-dog-park-and-art...
Event by Terra Studios and School for Dogs
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 12 - 4 PM
Monarch Flight Festival
Walter Turnbow Park
Monarch Butterfly Parade begins under the Yellow Rose in Shiloh Square and ends at Shiloh Museum
3:15 PM –
Monarch Release at Shiloh Museum
3:30 PM –
Story Time with Mas Libritos at Shiloh Museum
Stay the afternoon and enjoy music, food trucks, The Emma Exchange and the ART WALK throughout downtown.
Event by Downtown Springdale and Shiloh Museum of Ozark History
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 7-10 PM
Macaroni KID Fayetteville NW Arkansas Mom Prom Benefitting Peace at Home
150 North Skyline Drive, Fayetteville
Mom Prom® is a ladies night out for charity! Dance, laugh, enjoy photo booths and fun for charity. It's PROM again, but for moms!
Mom Prom® was created in Canton, MI in 2006. and Macaroni KID Fayetteville is bringing it back to NW Arkansas this year!. Mom Prom is a ladies night out for charity in which women wear their old prom gowns, bridesmaids dresses, wedding gowns, or formals and dance the night away for a worthy cause. It is a real prom with a DJ, and a game to crown the new queen (not based on popularity). For ALL women, not just moms! This is a wonderful, hilarious night in which women can dance the night away, have fun with friends, and help a charity. So look for that old gown in the back of your closet or go thrifting for one and get ready to dance, dance, dance while helping support Peace at Home Family Shelter here in NWA
What to expect:
Photobooth
� Snacks and appetizers
� Sweet treats
� DJ and dancing with your girls plus a fun hip-hop instructor for those who want to attempt it, ha ha!
� Swag bags filled with gifts and goodies
� Hilarious surprises (trust us)
This is the event you've been waiting for, full of kitschy fun and surprises! Wear whatever you want, but we REALLY hope some of you will embrace the spirit of the event and wear your old wedding dresses, bridesmaids gowns, or prom dresses!Got a hot pink wig? WEAR IT! Got a slinky cocktail dress that makes you feel like a million bucks? WORK IT! Maybe you have an amazing old prom dress with puffy sleeves and all that fine 80s style - by all means, break that thing out again! This night is about you and your tribe (that's all of us) laughing yourselves silly!
Event by Macaroni Kid - Fayetteville
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 FROM 8-11 PM
The Joseph Logue Band @VFW
4162 N Arkansas Ave, Russellville
During winter months we will be hosting bands at the VFW in Russellville until weather permits us back out on the Brookstock stage. So......
The Joseph Logue Band performs at the VFW Roger's Rye Post 2283 Russellville, AR on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 8pm. This band is known for their authentic country music style and they also performed at Brookstock Music Fest last year and were AMAZING!
This will be our first event at the VFW so let's show up and show out! Space is limited so purchase tickets now so you don't miss this amazing show! You may also get them at the door if still available.
* Must be 21 to attend.
* Tickets $10/per person.
* No outside food or drinks allowed inside the VFW, but they offer a variety of beverages and COLD beer!
* Please invite friends and share the event!
Event by Brookstock Events, THE JOSEPH LOGUE BAND and 2 others
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 AT 9 PM
BWB @ Front Street Grill Dardanelle
90s Rock at Front Street
Event by Brooke White Band
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 AT 9 PM
Back to School 80’s Party at the Rev Room
Revolution Music Room (The Rev Room)
Back To School 80's Party at The Rev Room
Presented by The Pretty In Pink Club
Doors – 730pm
Show – 9pm
$10 General Admission
$15 Single Reserved Seat (Very Limited)
$30 - 2 Top Table (Very Limited)
$60 - 4 Top Table (Very Limited)
All Ages Admitted
Event by Revolution Music Room (The Rev Room)
Saturday, September 16, 2023 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
VILLAGE CREEK FISHING DERBY
Village Creek State Park
201 County Road 754, Wynne
Meeting Place: Museum Grounds
Meeting Place: Parking at Golf Course Maintenance Entrance (near the tennis courts)
Village Creek State Park will be hosting a Fishing Derby through the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Kids ages up to 15 years are invited to participate in this free family-friendly fishing event. Prizes will be awarded for different categories at the end of the event. Parking is available at the Golf Maintenance Entrance (near the tennis courts). Participants will walk to the pond on the golf course. Fishing poles are limited, but available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis at the visitor center. Bring your own fishing poles, bait, lawn chairs, weather-appropriate supplies, snacks, and water.
Saturday, September 16, 2023 / 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
NATURE IS MEDICINE
Mammoth Spring State Park
P.O. Box 36, Mammoth Spring
Meeting Place: Welcome Center
Have you ever made Sprite out of pine needles? Or cookies with dandelions? Join a park interpreter for a hike around the lake. We will discover new ways to enjoy the plant life at Mammoth Spring State Park and the surprising ways they are good for our bodies. The hike around the lake is 0.6-miles and will begin inside the welcome center; don't forget your walking shoes and water!
Saturday, September 16, 2023 / 6:45 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
SUNSET STROLL
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton
Meeting Place: Richter Memorial Overlook
Admission: Free
Meet Park Interpreter Jake to take a short stroll to the CCC Overlook where you can watch the sunset from one
of the most scenic locations in the park. Bring a flashlight for the walk back to your car. Sunset is at approximately 7:19 p.m.
Saturday, September 16, 2023 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
LAKE CRUISE
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville
Meeting Place: Weigh In Pavilion Dock
Admission : Free
Explore the wonders of Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River aboard the state park tour boat (weather permitting). Enjoy abundant wildlife, amazing history, and astounding views of the river valley throughout this 1-hour cruise. There is no fee for the tour, but space is limited. You must register for the tour. Call (479) 967-5516 to register for a seat. We will begin boarding 15 minutes before the tour, at the boat dock near the south boat ramp.
Sunday, September 17th
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 FROM 8 AM - 11 PM
136th Northwest Arkansas District Fair
Northwest Arkansas District Fair
Opening day of the fair: Food, Rides, Demolition Derby, Shows, Livestock… come join the fun!
Event by Northwest Arkansas District Fair
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 FROM 11 AM - 6 PM
Main Street Food Truck Festival 2023
Downtown Little Rock
The Main Street Food Truck Festival is back for 2023 with 60+ food trucks, vendors, drinks, music and all the downtown deliciousness you love!
Hosted by the Downtown Little Rock Partnership and presenting sponsor CDI Contractors, the 12th Annual Main Street Food Truck Festival will be held Sunday, September 17th from 11am - 6pm.
Mark your calendars and COME HUNGRY! We'll be serving up blocks of food and fun with food trucks, drinks, music, vendors, and more food!
This year we are also amping up our karaoke stage, and adding a dedicated kid zone full of fun activities while you take time to digest all the deliciousness.
The event will be held in downtown Little Rock in the 300 - 800 blocks of Main Street.
For more information, visit MainStreetFoodTrucks.com.
Event by Main Street Food Truck Festival - Little Rock and Downtown Little Rock Partnership
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 FROM 12 - 7 PM
Hispanic Heritage Month Festival - Presented by The Libre Institute
Fort Smith Convention Center
Come and enjoy our second annual hispanic heritage month festival presented by The Libre Institute
Event by The LIBRE Initiative Arkansas
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 FROM 2 - 4 PM
Japanese Incense Make & Take
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
Discover the fascinating lineage of incense in Japan and its deep connection to the art of tea at our “Japanese Incense Make & Take” workshop!
During this hands-on workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to create your very own personalized incense blend, carefully crafted to reflect your unique preferences and personality. Take your creation home and enjoy its enchanting fragrance in a candle warmer!
Don’t worry about materials – we’ve got you covered! All the necessary supplies will be provided by our instructor. Simply come prepared to absorb new knowledge, connect with like-minded individuals, and most importantly, have a fun-filled experience!
Price includes Garden admission.
$35/members or $45/nonmembers
Event by Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 AT 2 PM
Landmark Lessons | “A Personal Perspective” with Daughter of John Bell, Jr., Lisa Bell Wilson
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
Landmark Lessons: Through the Art of John Bell Jr.
'A Personal Perspective' with daughter of John Bell, Jr., Lisa Bell Wilson
Sunday, September 17, at 2 pm
Join us for the next Landmark Lessons: Through the Art of John Bell, Jr. on Sunday, September 17 at 2 pm. Lisa Bell Wilson, daughter of John Bell, Jr., will share “A Personal Perspective,” discussing some of her father’s most treasured, family-owned paintings given to RAM in 2021.
Free! Donations accepted toward the John Bell, Jr. Legacy Project:
"To protect, preserve, and educate about the art and life of John Bell, Jr."
Location: RAM Studio on the lower level.
Refreshments provided.
Event by Fort Smith Regional Art Museum
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 AT 2 PM
Fall in the Pumpkin Patch Paint Party
Archie’s Diner & BBQ
Join us on Sunday, September 17, at 2pm at Archie's Diner & BBQ for a fun afternoon painting "Fall in the Pumpkin Patch" on a 4 ft wooden porch leaner. Choose your own wording on the sign. Supplies are included. Tickets are $40 including tax. Bring back "RETURN" your porch leaner from previous paint party and receive $5 off.
Beginners are welcome! Food & beverage are available for purchase, but not included in the ticket price. Come hungry and help support an awesome restaurant who makes this class possible.
Please note that ticket sales are nonrefundable, but we are happy to reschedule you for another event with a minimum of 48 hours notice. **Please do not attend if you are feeling unwell or have a fever. Contact me at 479-719-0801 and we can work out a way for you to create your art once you’re feeling better.*
Event by Creative Palette and Design
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 FROM 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Pamela Hopkins Live on The Patio
Live Music on the Patio | Sunday September 17th at 4pm
Come get cozy with us on the patio at River Bottom Winery every Saturday and Sunday and listen to live music from 4-6pm! We will be on the patio, sipping wine & beer with our friends and we want you there!
We are excited to have Pamela Hopkins out to entertain y'all all afternoon while you enjoy time on the patio with your friends! We will have the fans going on the patio, frozen wine-a-ritas and your favorite local wine & beer will be waiting for you too!
This event is free to attend and no reservations are needed!
Event by BoBrook Farms LLC and River Bottom Winery
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 FROM 4 - 6 PM
Melissa Carper & Joe Sundell @ SQZBX
Melissa Carper with Joe Sundell AKA Thunder n Lightnin'! at the SQZBX in Hot Springs, AR!
Event by Melissa Carper and Melissa Carper
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 FROM 6 - 10 PM
Six Twelve Latin Dance Night
Join us every 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sunday for SIX TWELVE LATIN DANCE NIGHTS! Enjoy all your favorite salsas, bachatas, and kizombas…EN FUEGO style! Beginners dance lesson from 6-7pm, then open dance until 10:00pm!
$10 COVER ~ Thank you for always supporting our dance events!!!
Arrive early for Six Twelve's DAILY HAPPY HOUR when all food & alcohol is 15% from 3:00-6:12pm!
Questions? Reach out to EN FUEGO DANCE & FITNESS on Messenger.
Event by En Fuego Dance & Fitness and Six Twelve Coffeehouse & Bar
Sunday, September 17, 2023 / 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
IN SEARCH OF THE WHITE RIVER MONSTER
Jacksonport State Park
111Avenue Street, Newport
Meeting Place: Day Use Picnic Area (first picnic table nearest the restroom)
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter for a hike along the beach and learn about the history of White River Monster sightings while watching for items that may have been mistaken for this mythical monster in the past. Don't forget to bring a camera and binoculars! If we do find him, it's always good to have proof. #ARSpringBreak
Sunday, September 17, 2023 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
CABIN LOOP TRAIL HIKE
Woolly Hollow State Park
82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier
Meeting Place: Woolly Cabin
Join the park interpreter for a guided 1/2-mile hike of the Cabin Loop Trail. Experience first-hand the peaceful sights and sounds of nature, who knows what we may discover along the way!
Sunday, September 17, 2023 / 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
FROM HIGHPOINT TO HAWKS
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris
Meeting Place: Lodge
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter at the Lodge lobby and hike to a potential hawk-viewing site, Cameron Bluff Overlook. Once reaching the destination, stay awhile for a demonstration on how to help identify and count broad-winged hawks! Binoculars are recommended, as well as seasonally appropriate attire, drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen (although this hike is very shaded)!
Sunday, September 17, 2023 / 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
REMEMBERING BIG BEN: A GUIDED HIKE
Village Creek State Park
201 County Road 754, Wynne
Meeting Place: Visitor Center Parking Lot
Join us as we learn about Village Creek State Park's history, listen to the stories behind the name of Ben, and acknowledge the power your actions have at our park. Our hike will last about 45 minutes. The Big Ben Trail is a 0.5-mile moderately strenuous trail. Make sure you wear appropriate shoes, bring water, and wear insect repellant. This is a free family-friendly event that requires no registration. If there is inclement weather during the time of this program, the alternative location will be inside the visitor center in our Theater Room.
