Are you ready for the weekend? Looks like we’re in for some wet weather, with temperatures in the 80s. But we won’t let a little rain stop us from enjoying all the events taking place throughout the Natural State this weekend… You’re sure to find something to do! From Bikers to Dragsters, Concerts to Gardens, there are plenty of amazing events to choose from this weekend! We encourage you to take advantage of the opportunity to go out and make memories with family and friends. Take a look at this week’s guide of activities for you.
If you decide to join any of these events, be sure to mention that Live Love Arkansas sent you!
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However you choose to spend your weekend,
We wish you a fantastic 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, May 16, 2025
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 12 AM - SATURDAY MAY 17 AT 12 AM
2025 Bass Fishing with Heroes
Lake Dardanelle
Veteran's register at arkansasfreedomfund.org. Boat Cpt contact Roger Goodwin at 501-909-8688. POC: Rae Brown 479-206-2485
Event by Arkansas Freedom Fund
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 7:30 AM
Conway Community Band Concert
Simon Park
Join us for the kickoff of the 15th Season of the Conway Community Band Concert Series!
Date: Friday, May 16th
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Simon Park
Bring your lawn chair, blanket, and friends for a festive evening of community and music. The Conway Community Band, with over 80 talented members from the Central Arkansas area, will be showcasing their musical prowess and spreading joy through their tunes.
Let's celebrate the rich musical heritage of our community together! See you there!
Event by Conway Downtown Partnership
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 9 AM
Plant use through time in Arkansas (class with Dr. Emily Beahm)
Winthrop Rockefeller Institute
You must be pre-registered with Dr. Emily Beahm to attend this class.
We will be meeting at the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute Research Station
Please arrive on time for class to start by 9:30 am. Parents must stay with your children for the entire class. Bring a sack lunch. Class will end by 2:00 pm.
We will meet on the 3rd Friday every month from April through September.
Event by Jennifer Fitzgerald Fason and Conway County Homeschool Community (Morrilton, AR and surrounding areas)
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 12 PM - SUNDAY, MAY 18 AT 5 PM
Jurassic Quest - Rogers, AR
3303 S. Pinnacle Hills Pkwy, Rogers, AR
Jurassic Quest is ROARING into Rogers, AR from May 16 - 18!
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 May 16 - 18 at the Rogers Convention Center in Rogers, AR!
CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO FIND TICKET PRICES AND PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE:
https://jurassicquest.shop/rogers-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, MAY 16 AT 1 PM - SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 11 PM
Radial Gangsters Paradise
Radial Prep Grudge Racing Event!
Anything on 28'$ $250.00 buy in 10K Guaranteed Payout with NO minimum car count !!
Rules:Must be on a 28/10.5 no w or 275/60!
Junior Dragsters hosted by Sam Lackey, details coming soon!!
Run What You Bring including airplanes! $100.00 buy in, winner take all! Friday night May 16th!
7.0&5.80 index,$100.00 buy in, First and second round buyback only. both classes will be run both nights!
Little Gangsters,$200.00 buy in, money on top!
Rules:Must be a door car,must be on a 28/10.5 no w or 275/60,5.30 cap!
Daily Driver $200.00 buy in money on top!
Rules: Must have full factory interior. Must have all working factory components. Must have charging and cooling system. No back half, stock suspension location, racing front seats okay. Rear seat delete okay. Must have overdrive transmission,manual transmission okay.Any power adder okay!
Daily Driver naturally aspirated class: $100 buy-in $500 on top! Rules: must have dot approved tire.
All Steel All Glass: $500.00 buy in, 1K on top of all entries! Rules: Must have Steel Roof, Fenders and Doors. 275/28.10.5 tire no w,no bars. Friday night May 16th!
Friday, May 16th Gates will open at 11:00amSaturday May 17th. Gates will open at 9: 00am
Racer admission $40.00 per day.
Spectator general admission $20.00 per person kids 12 under are free!
Free parking on spectator side.Pit side parking will be $20.00 per car!
Rvs and camper trailers will be $50 per day for parking on the pit side.
Get ready for the biggest radial race you have ever seen at Prescott Raceway in Prescott Arkansas and #ThatsABigFact
Event by James Futch and Bobby Kruck
FRIDAY, MAY 16 FROM 3 PM - SUNDAY, MAY 18 AT 6 PM
Chasing Ozark Waterfalls Photo Retreat
Join me for an exhilarating weekend of waterfall photography in the heart of the Ozarks May 16th-18th, 2025!
Retreat Highlights:
Waterfall Exploration: Visit 9 breathtaking waterfalls, each offering unique photographic opportunities. Capture the beauty and power of these natural wonders while honing your skills.
Long Exposure Techniques: Learn the art of long exposure photography to create dreamy, silky-smooth waterfall images. Our expert instructors will guide you through the best settings and techniques.
Ozarks Adventure: Immerse yourself in the scenic Ozarks region, known for its lush forests, rugged landscapes, and picturesque views. This retreat offers a perfect blend of adventure and photography.
Editing Course: Enhance your post-processing skills with an in-depth editing course. Learn how to bring out the best in your waterfall photos using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. You will also receive a copy of my HDR Glow Preset.
Guided Hikes: Enjoy guided hikes to each waterfall location, ensuring you get the best vantage points and insights into the area's natural beauty.
Camaraderie: Share the experience with fellow photographers, building friendships and exchanging tips and ideas in a supportive community.
What's Included:
Lodging: Comfortable accommodations for the entire weekend at Harmony Mountain Retreat.
Meals: All meals provided, including restaurant and lodge prepared, to fuel your adventures.
Expert Instruction: Personalized guidance, both in-field and during editing sessions.
This retreat is ideal for photographers of all levels who are passionate about nature and eager to improve their waterfall photography. Whether you're looking to enhance your long exposure techniques or simply enjoy a weekend surrounded by stunning landscapes and like-minded individuals, this retreat promises an unforgettable experience.
Spaces are limited to ensure personalized attention, so book your spot today and get ready to chase waterfalls in the beautiful Ozarks. I can't wait to capture these magical moments with you!
Over 20+ hours of photography guided services!
You will learn:
Shooting in manual mode
Choosing the right aperture for the scene
Finding the best composition
Long Exposure Techniques on waterfalls
Focus Stacking
HDR Bracketing
You will also gain access to my private Workshops Facebook group and I will supply you with instructions on how to do basic edits as well as merge HDR and process focus stacking on your captures in both Lightroom and Photoshop. A print voucher to Steam Art & Graphics will also be given to you, good for a 12x18 print of your favorite capture at the workshop!
Some hiking will be required.
Lodging and all meals are included.
Transportation is not included. We will be exploring the Richland Wilderness Area and the Buffalo National River Area.
RSVP: https://brennennicole.com/product/chasing-ozark-waterfalls/
Event by Brennen Nicole Photography
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 4 PM - SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 10 PM
FreshGrass | Bentonville
507 SE E St, Bentonville, AR
Great music, uprooted.
Experience the best in American and global roots music and folk traditions—right in the heart of Bentonville.
Set in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas, FreshGrass | Bentonville is a two-day, all-ages festival packed with award-winning artists, world premieres of special commissions, artist talks, instrument workshops, band competitions, square dancing, and more across three stages.
Presented by the Momentary, FreshGrass | Bentonville delivers a festival experience unlike any other.
See you there.
FreshGrass | Bentonville is held rain or shine.
Event by The Momentary and FreshGrass Foundation
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 5:30 PM
Spring 2025 Brick Ceremony
415 N College Ave, Clarksville, AR
Celebrating the Spring 2025 class, University of the Ozarks will host the Brick Ceremony on Friday, May 16th at 5:30 PM. The ceremony will begin in the Rogers Conference Center before moving outside to place bricks.
Prior to the Brick Ceremony, the Baccalaureate Ceremony will be held at 4:00 PM in the Munger-Wilson Chapel.
Event by University of the Ozarks
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 6 PM
Ashley County, Arkansas Gospel Singing Convention
Ashley Road 81 E, Hamburg, AR
Western Debut of the new Jeffress/Phillips 2025 song book "Sing it!"
Event by Victor L Cox and Gospel Singing Conventions
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 6:05 PM
Bikes at the Bakery | May Community Ride
Bikes at the Bakery!
Riverfront Roll Community Ride
Friday, May 16, 2025
Ride at 6:05 pm
FREE and fun for all ages
Join us for our second riverfront ride of 2025! Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors, meet new people, and explore the scenic beauty of our trails! The event features three different trail options, ranging from a leisurely ride for kids and families to an off road mountain bike option. We’ll begin at the Bakery District then make our way to the riverfront.
Trail options:
Trail A: A bike ride for the experienced rider, a true workout! (Bakery District up Riverfront Trail to Fort Smith Park, then return to Bakery District, 13 miles total on paved trails and roads)
Trail B: A leisurely ride perfect for beginners, hobbyists, kids and families! (Bakery District to Riverfront, then return to Bakery District, 4 miles total on paved, minimal incline trails and roads)
Trail C: An off-road trail experience perfect for the mountain bikers out there! (Bakery District up Riverfront Trail to off road trail at the levee, then return to Bakery District)
Event by Bikes at the Bakery
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 7 PM
LIVE Music with Tyler Kendrick and Sean Garner
203 W. 2nd St., Russellville, AR
Welcome NEW musicians Tyler Kendrick and Sean Garner to our Russellville location.
Event by Point Remove at Central Fire Station
FRIDAY, MAY 16 FROM 7 PM - 10 PM
Butterflies & Bloom Celebration
Charity event supporting families in infant loss. Dinner, live music by Marybeth Byrd, DJ, photo booth, live and silent auction! Dressy casual.
Event by Local Mpact
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 7 PM
Rusty Troubadours @ Pickle Fest 2025!
We are looking forward too seeing all our friends and family next friday at the Atkins Pickle Fest! Got a great line up of tunes for everyone! So if you have not made plans! Come on down and have some fried Pickles and listen to good entertainment all day friday May 16th! We will be performing from 5 till 6 PM that day but there is alot of other awesome bands and performers going to be on stage all day! Hope to see you there!
Event by Rusty Troubadours
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 7:30 PM
Alison Krauss and Union Station “Arcadia Tour” Rogers, AR Walmart AMP
For nearly four decades, Alison Krauss & Union Station have upheld their legacy as one of the most influential and widely celebrated acts in bluegrass and roots music. Known for an immaculately crafted but endlessly surprising sound that transcends the boundaries of roots, country, rock & roll, and pop, Alison Krauss & Union Station are putting the finishing touches on a new album to be released in 2025 - their first album since the 2011 masterpiece Paper Airplane—a critically lauded, multiple Grammy Award winning LP that debuted at #1 on the Billboard Country, Bluegrass, and Folk Album charts. Over the years, Alison Krauss & Union Station have brought their phenomenal live show to sold-out performances at famed venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre, The Greek Theatre, Radio City Music Hall, and London’s Royal Festival Hall, in addition to supporting Paul Simon in Hyde Park for his 2012 Graceland reunion. They now gear up for their first tour together since 2015.
The players – Alison Krauss (fiddle, lead vocal), Jerry Douglas (Dobro, lap steel, vocals), Ron Block (banjo, guitar, vocals), Barry Bales (bass, vocals), and welcoming highly acclaimed and celebrated tenor vocalist Russell Moore (guitar, mandolin, lead vocal) as the newest member – are five distinct personalities, each of whom enjoys a flourishing solo career. But when they come together, they transform into a peerless group of musicians who share a singular focus.
Presented by Walmart AMP in partnership with Live Nation.
Event by Walmart AMP
FRIDAY, MAY 16 AT 9 PM
Jet 420 at Front Street Grill
115 South Front Street, Dardanelle, AR
Jet 420 is Landing at Front Street Grill!
Friday, May 16th | 9 PM | $5 Cover
Buckle up—Jet 420 is touching down for a high-energy Friday night that’ll shake the patio and test the limits of your dance moves. Classic rock, party anthems, and a little something for everyone who’s ever air-guitared in the mirror.
Fuel up with:
• Our legendary OMG Pizzas (your mouth will say “OH MY GOD” too)
• Ice cold beer that pairs perfectly with loud music and bad decisions
Cover’s just $5—cheaper than therapy.
Reserve your table now at fsgrill.com and beat the crowd before they start practicing their dance moves in the parking lot.
Bring your friends. Bring your appetite. Leave your quiet Friday night at home.
Event by Front Street Grill
Friday, May 16, 2025 / 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Arkansas Elk
Bull Shoals-White River State Park
153 Dam Overlook Lane, Bull Shoals, AR
Meeting Place: Campground Amphitheater
Are there elk in Arkansas? You bet! Reintroduced to Arkansas in the 1980s, elk now make their home on several sites near the Buffalo River. Join a park interpreter to learn more about these fascinating creatures.
Friday, May 16, 2025 / 6 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The Stories of Lake Dardanelle
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Amphitheater
Admission: Free
Exploration, opportunity, and progress forged the culture you find here today. Meet park staff at the amphitheater to hear some interactive stories of the past that create the wonderful and unique culture in the River Valley.
Friday, May 16, 2025 / 7:45 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
A River Valley Sunset
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: CCC Overlook on Red Bluff Drive
Meet a park interpreter to watch the sunset from one of the most scenic sites in the park. The rustic shelter at Red Bluff has stood as part of the park since the CCC built it in the 1930s. Many have come to watch the sunset from this spot, and you can join the tradition!
Friday, May 16, 2025 / 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Star Party
Withrow Springs State Park
33424 Spur 23, Huntsville, AR
Meeting Place: Keith Ham Pavilion
Discover the Wonders of the Night Sky! Join park staff and the Northwest Arkansas Astronomical Society at the pavilion for an evening of stargazing. Bring your own telescope or binoculars or explore the cosmos using the park’s collection of telescopes. With equipment of various sizes and styles, you'll experience the night sky like never before! Note: This event is weather-dependent. For more information or to check weather updates, call the park at (479) 559-2593. The program begins about 15 minutes after sunset.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Saturday, May 17, 2025
SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 6 AM - SUNDAY, MAY 18 AT 6 PM
Arkansas State Championship Series Rd. 4 River Ridge MX
PRACTICE SCHEDULE $30
$10 Additional
•8am-9am 50cc Open Practice
•9am-5pm Organized All Bikes
Group 1: Novice, Beginner
Group 2: 85cc/85cc Girls
Group 3: Intermediate, Pro
Group 4: 65cc/65cc Girls
Group 5: VET, Women (125-250)
Group 6: 50cc/50cc Girls
SUNDAY MAY 18
•GATE FEE $10/DAY
• REGISTRATION 6:30AM
•SUNDAY RIDERS MEETING 8:30AM
•SUNDAY PRACTICE 9AM
• RACING BY 11AM
CONTINGENCY
KAWASAKI
GAS GAS
KTM
HUSQVARNA
SUZUKI
Event by Arkansas State Championship Series, River Ridge Motocross and Erica Winters
SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 8 AM
1st Inaugural IMPACT Charity Golf Tournament (3-Man Scramble)
Galla Creek Golf Course and Country Club
Welcome to the 1st Inaugural IMPACT Charity Golf Tournament (3-Man Scramble)!
Join us at the Galla Creek Golf Course & Country Club for a day of fun on the greens for a great cause. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, this event is perfect for golfers of all skill levels. Get your friends together and let's scramble!
CONTESTS & PRIZES...PRIZES...AND MORE PRIZES...
1st PLACE TEAM | Money Back + 3 Boxes of ProV1s + 2-HOURs at Old Bank Golf Simualtor and more...
MIDDLE TEAM | Random Prizes...
LONGEST DRIVE (Hole #10) | Tour Edge Hot Launch C523 Fairway Wood and more...
CLOSEST TO THE PIN (Hole #16) | 10-foot Putting Green by GolfGuru with automatic ball return and ball alignment and more...
**ROLLER BALL CONTEST** | 2-HOURs at Old Bank Golf Simualtor and more...
Get ready to tee off for charity and make an IMPACT throughout the world. The funds raised at this event will go toward our IMPACT Ministries, the college ministries of Pottsville First Baptist Church. IMPACT travels the globe spreading the Gospel of Jesus everywhere they go. In 2024 IMPACT was boots on the ground in the city of Tijuana, Mexico. This year they have the opportunity to serve in Central America. The funds raised during this tournament will go toward helping get the team on the ground in Central America.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to support a good cause while enjoying a round of golf. Sign up today and let's make a difference together!
For more information or opportunities to sponsor a hole, call Travis Garza at 479-970-7044
**ROLLER BALL CONTEST Explained**
In Roller Ball, every golfer playing in the tournament can pay $5 to have a ball with their name on it placed in a bucket. (Balls will be provided). At the end of the tournament, all of the balls will be rolled out onto the 9th green toward the pin. Whichever golfer's ball goes in the pin or is closest wins the prize. Golfers can pay to have as many balls placed in the bucket as they want. Of course the more balls they have in the bucket, the better the chances they have of winning.
Event by First Baptist Church of Pottsville
SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 9 AM
Walk for Epilepsy - Central Arkansas
War Memorial Park
Register, create a team, donate at: www.donate.epilepsy.com/event/centralAR
War Memorial Park Pavilion
5101 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
9:00 AM Check-In
10:00 AM Sponsor Recognition
10:30 AM Walk
11:15 AM Recognition of Top Fundraisers
Event by Epilepsy Foundation Arkansas
SATURDAY, MAY 17 FROM 9 AM - 1 PM
Ride Into Summer
Johnson County Roundup Club enjoys giving adults and children the opportunity to ride Ponies and/or horses at no cost. Plus, experience a few Cowgirls and Cowboys activities. Ya come out, ya here.
Event by Johnson County Roundup Club
SATURDAY, MAY 17 FROM 9 AM - 12 PM
Keep Arkansas Beautiful Cleanup
411 Hollywood Ave, Hot Springs National Park, AR
Keep Arkansas Beautiful Cleanup is part of the Keep America Beautiful event! Meet us at the Rotary Centennial Trailhead, 411 Hollywood Avenue. We will be cleaning in and around the Hot Springs Creek and greenway trail from 9:00 am-12:00 pm. Grabbers, bags, gloves, and other goodies will be available at check-in. Please wear walking or water shoes. Letters will be made available to youth for proof of volunteer service.
Event by Hot Springs Parks & Trails and Garland County Conservation District
SATURDAY, MAY 17 FROM 10 AM - 1 PM
Family Fest: Young Arkansas Artists
501 E 9th St, Little Rock, AR
Celebrate the opening of AMFA’s 64th Young Arkansas Artists exhibition with a day of artmaking and family fun!
Experience live art-making demonstrations and take creative inspiration from the art on view to make creations of your own in the Windgate Art School. Instructors will be on hand to answer questions about upcoming art classes and summer camps and help you pick out the perfect programs for you and your family.
For preschool-aged children, do not miss Art Start at 10:00 a.m. on the Art Lawn where there will be a live reading of I Am An Artist by Marta Altés.
FREE
Event by Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts
SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 10 AM
Arkansas Retro Expo 2025
Hot Springs Convention Center
Step Back in Time at this years ArkansasRetroExpo!
Calling all gamers, collectors, and nostalgia enthusiasts! Get ready to blast into the past at ARX, Arkansas' first convention for all things retro gaming!
Dive into a world of classic consoles, rare cartridges, and iconic video game memorabilia.
Browse through rows of booths filled with vintage games, consoles, toys, and accessories.
Discover hidden gems and childhood favorites from the golden era of gaming.
Connect with fellow enthusiasts, swap stories, and share your passion for all things retro!
Don't miss out on this epic blast from the past! Join us at ARX25 and experience the nostalgia of a lifetime.
Location
Hot Springs Convention Center
134 Convention Blvd, Hot Springs, AR 71901
Hall "D"
Expo Hall Opens at 10am.
Con ends at 5pm.
Tickets are $10 at the door/ kids get in free! (12 and under)
Event by Arkansas Retro Expo
SATURDAY, MAY 17 FROM 10 AM - 3 PM
Northeast Arkansas Arts & Garden Showcase
The Lawrence Family Campus of Arkansas Northeastern College
SAVE THE DATE!
Northeast Arkansas Arts and Garden Showcase
Saturday, May 17, 2025
10am-3pm
Lawrence Family Campus of Arkansas Northeastern College
5101 US Hwy 61, Wilson, AR 72395
Plant and floral sale, home and garden decor, artisan crafts, baked goods, high school art competition, and more!
If you have a business that offers these similar products and are interested in participating in this event, please email Jill Forrester at jforrester@smail.anc.edu
Event by ANC Community Education, The Lawrence Family Campus of ANC and Jill Forrester
SATURDAY, MAY 17 FROM 10 AM - 3 PM
ATB AllTeamBash Arkansas and Drift 05/17/25
Stuttgart Municipal Airport
ATB with Natural State Drift bring back ATB tailgating, with live local drifters! Second time at this venue! It's worth the drive! Last year was a great time!
All Team Bash, is one of the only car club events in the world! We started in 2008, and are still here doing what we are passionate about. We are geared towards gathering the automotive community in a positive way, and bringing people of all types together to cook out, and kick back with their families! This is NOT a "Show" this is not a 'meet" This is a community event, for the people who live within the automotive lifestyle!
BBQ with your friends AND Meet other people! Watch drifting, maybe even ride along in a drift car
At our events there is only one ticket type- general admission. Everybody is a spectator and a participant at the same time. You can bring your car in and BBQ, or you can just hang out, Your choice!
Hundreds of cars!!!!
Hundreds of people!
(all drifters will register with NaturalStateDrift directly)
$15.00 Per person online pre sale or
$20.00 at the gate
Children 10 and Under are FREE!
No additional vehicle registration costs!!
Drifters-driver registration is with Natural State Drift.
Sponsors and Vendors email us at allteambash@gmail.com for more information!
Share this event! Invite your friends! Spread the word!!
Event by All Team Bash and David A Richmond
SATURDAY, MAY 17 FROM 10 AM - 3 PM
2025 Spring Swap & Shop
Please join us for the 2025 Spring swap & shop!
This is a FREE events for guest and vendors!
There will be plant swapping and selling (this includes our FREE TABLE)
Please be sure if you’re selling that all plants are labeled and free of pest. This is very important to keep our collections safe!
There will be hourly raffle prizes! Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5.
Event by Hannah Shirley and Pope County Area Plant People
SATURDAY, MAY 17 FROM 10 AM - 3 PM
Arkansas Downed Biker Rally
This Event benefits all Bikers in Arkansas! funds go towards those who need assistance who have had a motorcycle accident.
Event by Jeanne Karas and Russell Stewart
SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 10 AM
Dog Adoption Event w/ NovaStar
1900 East Main, Russellville, AR
We are excited to announce another partnered Dog Adoption Event with NovaStar Rescue, Saturday, May 17th!!
We will be paying up to $500 of the adoption fees, so for more information and pre-qualification for the foster-to-adopt program, visit their website below!
http://www.novastarrescue.com/adopt.html
Event by Cogswell Motors
SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 4 PM
Pure Street
May 17th gates open at 4pm, Tech at 5pm cruise to follow after! We will have three classes . Checkout the facebook group or page for more event details and rules “Pure Street at the Ville”.
Run What Ya Brung
Pure Street Power Adder
Pure Street Naturally Aspirated
Event by Pure Street at the Ville
SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 4:30 PM
Paris Cruise Night 1x Event
Stark Manufacturing LLC
This will be a 1x event runs will be $20 each and we will only have a 2 hr run time so if you want to run get in line lanes will close at 6pm
Event by Corey Sanders and Brokeboisaudio
SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 5 PM
Biker Night for the Vroom Vroom enthusiasts
203 W. 2nd St., Russellville, AR
Park those Steel Horses and stroll into the Old Central Firestation for our FIRST EVER Bikers Night! This is an honor to ALL rides, crotch rockets and hogs alike. This is a free gathering ( and Valhalla will be on site to capture those sweet rides! )
Event by Point Remove at Central Fire Station
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SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 6 PM
Butterfly Framing
216 N Boston Pl, Russellville, AR
Join us Saturday, May 17th
For our Butterfly Framing Workshop which takes place in our lush indoor garden showroom where you will create your own masterpiece to take home along with a uniquely fun memory to cherish.
We will demonstrate how to relax, spread and mount a butterfly. You will be able to choose from a variety of butterflies and a plethora of other natural adornments like foliage, bones, and crystals to decorate your shadow box display.
We look forward to seeing you!
Sign up at theatomicsquid.com or in store.
**Limited Slots Available
Event by The Atomic Squid
Saturday, May 17, 2025 / 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
International Museum Day: Stuffed Animal Sleepover Dropoff
Plantation Agriculture Museum
4815 US-165, Scott, AR
Meeting Place: Museum
What goes on in a museum after all the visitors go home? Plantation Agriculture Museum is inviting stuffed animals and plushies to come find out for themselves. Museum guests can drop off their toys on Saturday and pick them up Sunday afternoon. In the meantime, the toys might just get up to a bit of exploring and find out what really happens during a night at the museum.
Saturday, May 17, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
O.W.L.S. - Kayaking
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Lakeview Room of the Visitor Center
Admission: $30.00
The Arkansas River creates many recreational opportunities for us to enjoy. Join Lake Dardanelle State Park staff for O.W.L.S. (Outdoor Women Learning Skills). This program series is designed to give ladies the opportunity to explore the available recreation at Lake Dardanelle and the surrounding areas by learning skills and knowledge that they need to enjoy nature. This workshop will be from 9-11 a.m. Registration will be $30 per person, per class. We will learn basic paddling skills and paddle on beautiful Lake Dardanelle. To register, call the visitor center at 479-967-5516.
Saturday, May 17, 2025 / 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Kids to Parks Day: Nature Scene Investigation
Devil's Den State Park
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR
Meeting Place: Sundial at the Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Something is going on in the forest and we need your help to figure out what! Join a park interpreter to become a nature detective. See if you can use the clues like tracks, scat, and food left by the animals to solve the mystery of what happened at the scene. #KidstoParks
Saturday, May 17, 2025 / 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Great American Cleanup
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Help Keep Arkansas Beautiful by volunteering at Mount Magazine State Park! The focus of this event is includes graffiti removal and parkwide litter pickup. Volunteers will be supporting their favorite Arkansas State Parks, Keep Arkansas Beautiful, and the Great American Cleanup initiative. All materials for cleanup will be provided.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Sunday, May 18, 2025
SUNDAY, MAY 18 at 11 am
Dirt Bike & ATV/SXS Poker Run
Join us on Sunday May 18th for the DIRT BIKE & ATV/SXS POKER RUN! It’s the perfect way to keep the adventure going! Whether you're a seasoned rider or just looking for some off-road fun, this event has something for everyone. Plus a chance to win some prizes! It’s not a race, but rather an enjoyable trail ride for all — perfect for riders to explore and get to know the trails at a relaxed pace. Take your time, enjoy the ride, and soak in the scenery! Grab your friends, rev those engines, and let's make some memories on the trails! Date: Sunday May 18th, 2025 Start Time: 11:00 AM Location: Ohana Park Trails, 45 Lester Flatt Drive. Vilonia, AR
Event by The Disc Golf Dojo and Kevin Burdick
SUNDAY, MAY 18 FROM 11 AM - 7 PM
Mother’s Day
2725 E Parkway Dr, Russellville, AR
Delicious variety of seafood and much more only here at SAM’S SOUTHERN EATERY
Make this Mother's Day unforgettable with a delicious seafood feast!
Spoil Mom this Mother's Day Join us this Sunday from 11 AM to 7 PM for a seafood extravaganza that will delight her taste buds and warm her heart. Indulge in the best seafood offerings with the finest quality, generous portions, and that extra touch of culinary excellence she deserves.
Treat Mom to a lunch or dinner experience like no other, to a mouth-watering meal filled with the freshest catches of the sea and much more varietiesappetizers, Poboys & burgers , freshly hand battered seafood combos and finish it with one of our 6 flavors of fried pies Our team is dedicated to providing you and your family with a memorable dining experience on this special day.
Let's celebrate Mom in style with the best food, the best quality, more quantity, and that extra touch of love . #MothersDaySpecial #SeafoodExtravaganza #TreatMom #FamilyCelebration #QualitySeafood
Our location 2725 East parkway drive Suite3
: 479-498-4746
Event by Sam's Southern Eatery Russellville
SUNDAY, MAY 18 FROM 12 PM - 3 PM
The Market at Pettaway Makers Market
Starting May 18th, we will be having our Markets on Sunday from 12pm to 3pm! We will have Artists, Makers and Bakers from all over Central Arkansas to pair with the beautiful and up and coming Pettaway Square, come hang out with us, we can't wait to see you!!!
Event by The Market at Pettaway and Shannon V Jewelry
SUNDAY, MAY 18 AT 2 PM
Arkansas New Play Festival Reading: Cowboys and East Indians
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Based on McConigley’s short story collection of the same name and adapted in collaboration with Spangler, Cowboys and East Indians weaves together threads of culture clash, grief, and intergenerational assimilation to tell the story of the Sen family, immigrants who settle in mostly-white Casper, Wyoming and learn what it means to be “the wrong kind of Indian” in the American West.
Get individual tickets here: https://tix.theatre2.org/events
Get all-access festival passes here: https://shorturl.at/y8rjq
Event by TheatreSquared
SUNDAY, MAY 18 FROM 2 PM - 3 PM
SoNA Beyond: Tone Painting
401 W Mountain St, Fayetteville, AR
Explore a blend of music and visual art with this SoNA and Arts One Presents collaboration with a chance to win newly created art inspired by the performance.
The Symphony of Northwest Arkansas is proud to partner with Arts One Presents and the Fayetteville Public Library for SoNA Beyond: Tone Painting. This unique concert experience will explore the connection between music and visual arts. A group of SoNA musicians will play a variety of ensemble pieces while local artists create new works in real-time inspired by the sounds they are hearing! The art pieces created will be part of a free drawing at the conclusion of the performance.
Event by Fayetteville Public Library
SUNDAY, MAY 18 AT 2 PM
North New Hope Cemetery Decoration
15145 SR 333, Dover, AR
Upcoming dates and information...
* Mother's Day is May 11th
* Decoration is May 18th
* Decoration service is at 2:00pm (Introduction, small sermon, singing, updating names, addresses and phone numbers for members and family members who attend)
* Donation boxes will be located at the green donation flags.
* Donations will also be taken at the table.
* No donation is too large or too small. We welcome any amount to help with upkeep of the cemetery.
* There will be a board member at the cemetery that can take donations, answer questions, etc. on the following dates: May 10th & 11th and May 14th - May 18th.
* There will be water, candy bars and chips available on May 18th for $1. This is to help raise money for the cemetery as well.
* Plots are $300. A site may hold 1 casket, 1 casket and 1 Urn or 2 Urns. A vault is not required.
* Any checks for donations can be made out to North New Hope.
* The cemetery will be mowed approximately a week before Decoration (weather permitting).
* Please consider attending the meetings for the cemetery. We are also in need of some younger generation to help with cemetery business and upkeep.
The address to mail donations is:
North New Hope Cemetery
Po Box 33
Dover AR 72837
Event by North New Hope Cemetery
SUNDAY, MAY 18 AT 2 PM
Afternoon Tea at Isabellas Italian in Fayetteville
You are cordially invited to reserve your seat for Afternoon Tea at Isabellas Italian in Fayetteville. We will be serving Savoy teas, with petite sandwiches and sweet bites by Chef Todd.
Put on your nice outfits, gloves and fancy hats optional, and join us in our of our favorite ways to spend an afternoon.
Our third Afternoon Tea, the first two in Fayetteville sold out! Available for everyone, all ages welcome.
Each person receives one pot of tea, plus a serving of mini sandwiches and sweets each.
$50 for children under 12
$60 for children 12+ and adults
$75 adult including Prosecco
Get your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../afternoon-tea-at-isabellas...
Event by Isabellas Italian
SUNDAY, MAY 18 FROM 3 PM - 4:30 PM
Free Line Dance Class
Free line dance class with Jennifer! Grab a friend and come have some fun line dancing!
Event by Triple Step with Jen
SUNDAY, MAY 18 AT 3 PM
Wild Horse Ministry Demo
Atkins Riding Club
Meal at 12:30
Cowboys Church Service at 1 PM
Wild Horse Demo at 3
Easter Egg hunt to follow
Event by The Church In The Dirt
SUNDAY, MAY 18 AT 4 PM
Two Dance Adventures at Camp Wanadansalotta
University of the Ozarks
Join us for an exciting theatrical performance of our Year-End Recital, 'Two Dance Adventures at Camp Wanadansalotta'!! Follow our dancers in 2 different camp stories as they journey to the Wilderness, meet many new friends, hike, make smores, and maybe even discover the camp monster! Mark your calendars, Sunday, May 18th, 4:00pm at the University of the Ozarks Seay Theatre. You don't want to miss it!!
Event by KK's Dance Co.
Sunday, May 18, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Wonderful Wetlands Weekend Kayak Float
Pinnacle Mountain State Park
9600 Highway 300, Roland, AR
Meeting Place: West Summit Boat Launch
Single Kayak: $30.00
Tandem Kayak: $50.00
Join us for our Wonderful Wetlands Weekend guided kayak float on the Little Maumelle River. Leisurely float through bald cypress groves, along stream and riverbanks teeming with wildlife, and experience the unique habitats that define our wetlands here at Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Bring a sack lunch, which we'll enjoy at a picnic site along the river trail. Be sure to bring sunscreen and appropriate clothing! This program requires registration, contact the visitor center for more info and to get signed up!
Sunday, May 18, 2025 / 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Dark Forests, White Tails
Devil's Den State Park
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR
Meeting Place: Sundial at the Visitor Center
What do you know about white-tailed deer? Join Park Interpreter Kara to learn how this amazing animal survives here in the park.
Sunday, May 18, 2025 / 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In this Life
Mount Magazine State Park
16878 AR-309, Paris, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
Admission: Free
Many intriguing lives have been lived on Mount Magazine. Through a fun interactive activity, get a glimpse of some of these lives and how they have shaped the unique nature and history of Mount Magazine State Park. In addition, participants will get a taste of a classic outdoor recreation activity on Mount Magazine-croquet!
Sunday, May 18, 2025 / 3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Kick and Pick
Lake Fort Smith State Park
P.O. Box 4, Mountainburg, AR
Meeting Place: Service Road
Remember when you used to go craw-daddin’? Meet a park interpreter to take a short walk to the water of Lee Creek to see what tiny, aquatic living things live under the rocks in the water. Please wear waders or shoes you don’t mind getting wet. Directions to the service road meeting place: Drive down the main park road, pass the marina road on your left, and the service road is your next left.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
