Are you ready for the weekend? Looks like another rainy weekend ahead. Scattered thunderstorms with daytime temperatures in the 80s and nighttime temperatures around 70 degrees. But, we won’t let a little wet weather dampen our spirits - or superstition! (The first Friday the 13th of the year is this Friday!) There are a lot of activities planned throughout the Natural State—and it’s Father’s Day Weekend! From Brunches to Bike Rides; Concerts to Car Shows and lots of other activities indoors and out, you’re sure to find something you can do with Dad to celebrate his special weekend! Just be sure to check with the venues before you head out in case of cancelations. Here is this week’s guide to what’s happening this weekend in Arkansas!
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Simply click the red text to see more details about each event.
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, June 13, 2025
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11 AT 8 AM - SATURDAY, JUNE 14 AT 7 PM
67th Annual Petit Jean Swap Meet & Car Show
Museum of Automobiles - Petit Jean
Hosted by The Museum of Automobiles and Mid-America Old Time Auto Association, This is one of largest Swap Meets in Arkansas with a 1000 Antique Auto Related Swap Meet Spaces and 99 Space Car Corral located on beautiful Petit Jean Mountain this Swap Meet is under the shade of the Pines at the Museum of Automobiles grounds. For vendor spaces or RV hookups call 501-727-5427 or email moautos@att.net or get your forms online www.museumofautos.com or www.motaa.com
Event by Jason Bradshaw
THURSDAY, JUNE 12 AT 6 PM - SATURDAY, JUNE 14 AT 3 PM
24th Corvette Weekend, Hot Springs, Arkansas June 12-14, 2025 Central Arkansas Corvette Club
Hot Springs Convention Center, 134 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, Arkansas
24th Annual Corvette Weekend, Hot Springs, Arkansas
JUNE 12 - 14, 2025
Central Arkansas Corvette Club
* ONLINE REGISTRATION - Jan. 2, 2025 - June 8, 2025
CentralArkansasCorvetteClub.org
* EVENT CONTACT: 617-308-7354 - Jim Grant
* ONLINE REGISTRATION - CentralArkansasCorvetteClub.org
* $100 per Corvette until May 25 late Fee after May 25
* Facebook.com/CentralArkansasCorvetteClub
* EVENT FLYER - https://centralarkansascorvetteclub.org/.../FLYER-24th...
* EVENT SCHEDULE - https://centralarkansascorvetteclub.org/.../SCHEDULE-24th...
• JUNE 12, 2025 - Meet and Greet 6:00pm - 8:30pm. Hotel Hot Springs. *** CASH BAR , appetizers. The hotel shuttle will run a shuttle to the Casino until 11pm. 4:00pm - 6:00pm - Pre Registered packet pick up on 2nd floor of Hotel Hot Springs.
• JUNE 13, 2025 - Registration at Hotel Hot Springs, Vendors, including National Corvette Museum, Scenic Tour,
Special Guest Seminar, All Corvette Parade through Hot Springs National Park. ****6:00pm - 8:30pm Meet and Greet at Hotel Hot Springs, *** CASH BAR , appetizers.
• JUNE 14, 2025 - INDOOR all Corvette Judged show at the Hot
Springs Convention Center, Vendors including National Corvette Museum Silent Auction, 50/50 Drawing.
* VENUE - Hot Springs Convention Center
134 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, Arkansas
• HOST HOTEL - Hotel Hot Springs
305 Malvern Ave., Hot Springs, AR
877-623-6697 - call to reserve rooms.
First Come First Served Basis. CUT OFF DATE for room block is MAY 12, 2025. Reservations made after cut off date will be at the hotels best available rate. Your reservation must be guaranteed with a major credit card or advance deposit for first nights lodging.
Procedure to reserve a blocked room, call the Hotel Hot Springs at 877-623-6697. Rooms are $131.00 Single Occupancy,
$141.00 Double Occupancy, $151.00 Triple Occupancy, $161.00 Quad Occupancy, Plus Tax. Rooms come with breakfast each morning.
* EVENT T-SHIRTS - Event T-shirts for purchase at online registration. CentralArkansasCorvetteClub.org
* SPECIAL GUEST - Mike and Laurie Yager - Owners of Mid America Motorworks, Effingham, IL.
* SPECIAL GUEST - Naveen Ravuri - Senior Engineer, General Motors, Corvette Plant, Bowling Green, Kentucky
* CACC EVENT CONTACT: 617-308-7354 Jim Grant
* ONLINE REGISTRATION - CentralArkansasCorvetteClub.org
Event by Central Arkansas Corvette Club
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 & SATURDAY, JUNE 14 AT 7 AM
8th Annual Yard Sale & Pulled Pork Lunch
Yard Sale starts at 7:00 both days with lunch plates ready about 10:30 (lunch is FRIDAY ONLY!)
$8 Lunch Plate will be:
-pulled pork sandwich
-slaw
-baked beans
-tea if dining in!
Event by Bailey Cook
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 FROM 8 AM - 9 AM
Cards Over Coffee: National Park College
Cards Over Coffee is a networking event hosted by the Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce! It provides a casual, morning gathering where business professionals can connect, exchange business cards, and build relationships over coffee and breakfast. Unlike more structured networking events, Cards Over Coffee offers a relaxed atmosphere, making it ideal for informal conversations and fostering local business connections!
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 AT 9 AM - SATURDAY, JUNE 14 AT 4 PM
Craft Fest
A variety of hand-crafted items.
Baxter County Fairgrounds, Mountain Home AR.
Free admission. Sponsored by the Arts & Crafts Association.
Event by Sandra Cheney
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 FROM 9 AM - 12 PM
Small Ruminant Field Day
222 Lawrence 352, Saffell, Arkansas
Please join us for the Small Ruminant Field Day on June 13 (Friday), from 9am-12pm in Lawrence County (Bookout Farm, 222 Lawrence 352, Saffell, Arkansas). No cost to attend, and lunch is included. The program includes a demonstration pasture with annual forages, reproductive management to maximize your results, health care (vaccinations, testing for diseases, parasites), and much more. Please register until June 12, 3pm, on https://forms.office.com/r/c8cgTzBFWQ
We appreciate our sponsors: SMART Reproduction, Gallagher Animal Management and Farm Credit.
Saffell is located at the junction of Arkansas highways 25 and 361, 3.5 miles south-southeast of Strawberry.
Event by Arkansas Extension Small Ruminants
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 AT 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Magic Mess Makers
Mabel Boswell Memorial Library
Come join Ms. Amanda for preschool art studio. We will be making magical crafts, with a new craft every week.
Explore our online library calendar:
https://salinecountylibrary.libcal.com/calendar/events...
Event by Saline County Library
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 AT 11 AM
Bikes BBQ and Tattoos
Hey! My shop Brickhouse Tattoo Studio at Russellville is hosting a Bikes BBQ and Tattoos event for Friday the 13th! It’ll be a lot of fun and we have food music and of course 31$ tattoos! Come check us out and check out the shop page for more information.
Event by Morgen Ashley Turner and Arkansas Motorcycle Riders
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 AT 11 AM - JUN 15 AT 12 PM
AR LOT Float & Camp Trip
Come float the Mulberry and enjoy a relaxing weekend camping
save the date
Event by Amy Marlar and Lindsay Owens
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 AT 3 PM
Snakes, Turtles and a Caiman
225 Highway 71 NW, Mountainburg, AR
Join the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission for an educational program featuring snakes, turtles, and a caiman!
This program is FREE!
Refreshments will be provided!
Event by Mountainburg Public Library
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 AT 5 PM - SATURDAY, JUNE 14 AT 4 PM
Exceptional Evening Supporting a Worthy Cause
Join us for an exceptional evening supporting a worthy cause. Pig Trail Harley-Davidson, located at 2409 Hudson Rd. in Rogers, AR, will host this event. As we celebrate our 19th year, we acknowledge that our community efforts would not be possible without your participation. We look forward to seeing you there.
Event by Summer Fun Run
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 FROM 5 PM - 8 PM
2nd Friday Art Night at HAM
200 E 3rd St, Little Rock, AR
2nd Friday Art Night
June 13, 2025
Live music by Charlotte Taylor
Arkansas Made beer by Lost Forty of Little Rock
Opening reception for Small Works on Paper: From the Permanent Collection
Join us for the opening of the Arkansas Arts Council’s Small Works on Paper: From the Permanent Collection exhibit in the Trinity Gallery for Arkansas Artists. We’ll have live music from singer-songwriter Charlotte Taylor and Arkansas-made beer from Lost Forty. In the Museum Store, you’ll be able to sample some new mixers from supertasterz, made in Arkansas.
On the historic grounds, we invite you to come play some games and have some popcorn! Learn the history of everybody’s favorite explosive treat while you challenge your friends of any age to sack races, stilts walking, and checkers.
Event by Historic Arkansas Museum and Arkansas Arts Council
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 AT 6 PM
Oddity Framing Workshop (Five-horned Rhinoceros Beetles)
216 N Boston Pl, Russellville, AR
Join us Friday June 13th
For our Five-horned Rhinoceros Beetle Oddity Framing Workshop which takes place in our lush indoor garden showroom. 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 beetle. You will be able to choose from a plethora of natural adornments like foliage, bones, and crystals to decorate your shadow box display.
Sign up at theatomicsquid.com (link Bio) or visit us at 216 North Boston Place
**Limited Slots Available
Event by The Atomic Squid
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 AT 6:30 PM
Father’s Day Pictures in the Alley
The Alley
We'll be doing our first ever Father's Day Pictures in the Alley on Friday, June 13th from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. The Alley is located at 310 West B Street. Pictures are only $5 per pose and include a high resolution digital download (prints may be ordered through our website). We hope to see you there!
Event by Kurt Jones Photography and The Alley
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 FROM 7 PM - 10 PM
The Old Bank
The Old Bank Sports Grill
Back at the Old Bank for another really big shue... show... whatever.
Event by Steve Zimmerman
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 AT 7 PM
Juneteenth Celebration
Russellville Downtown
Join us for an evening of unity, culture, and community!
Celebrate Juneteenth with live music, food vendors, local speakers, and cultural performances as we honor freedom and reflect on our shared history.
River Valley Hall of Fame
Family-Friendly
Live Entertainment
Local Food Trucks
Black-Owned Business Pop-Up Market
Arts, Crafts & Activities
This free event is open to the public—come out and celebrate freedom, resilience, and our community!
Event by Main Street Russellville and River Valley Collective Voices
FRIDAY, JUNE 13 AT 7 PM
2nd Friday Art Night Film: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (Extended Edition)
100 River Market Ave, Little Rock, AR
Join us on the 2nd Friday of each month for Art Night at the Theater during downtown's 2nd Friday Art Night! After visiting the other participants (Bella Vita Jewelry, CALS Rock It! Lab, Historic Arkansas Museum, and The Old State House), bring your knitting, coloring sheets (we’ll have some!), or whatever quiet craft soothes your soul as you enjoy beloved classics on the big screen. Our friends at Bella Vita Jewelry have also created some bead knotting kits that are available for purchase. Just follow the ticketing link to add one to your purchase!
Journey back to Middle-earth for a magical 2nd Friday Art Night! The epic saga begins with The Fellowship of the Ring (Extended Edition), where every extra scene adds richness to Peter Jackson’s Oscar-winning fantasy. See it on the big screen in all its high-fantasy glory—complete with wizards, ringwraiths, and the Shire. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the quest, there's no better way to experience it than in the theater.
Important Information:
Film Start Time: Doors open at 6:00pm, and the film will begin promptly at 7:00pm. As our films are general admission seating, please be sure to arrive early to secure your seat. Beer, wine, and concessions will be available.
Free Parking:
We’re pleased to offer complimentary parking for all attendees. Simply bring your parking ticket from the library parking lot (across from the Main Library on Rock Street) or the parking deck (next to the Main Library on Rock Street) inside the theater, and our friendly box office staff will validate it for you. Validations are for paid ticket holders only.
We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of timeless storytelling at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater!
Event by CALS Ron Robinson Theater
Friday, June 13, 2025 / 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Adventure in the Ozarks
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR
Meeting Place: Overlook
Join a park interpreter for a hike to explore an Ozark mountain trail and take in your surroundings. We will search for and discover more about the native Ozark plants, animals, and landscape. Meet at the overlook behind the visitor center. At the conclusion of the program, you may continue the hike on your own.
Friday, June 13, 2025 / 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Rock House Cave Hike
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Rock House Cave Parking Area
Admission: Free
Meet a park interpreter to hike to the park's archeology site, Rock House Cave. We will view American Indian rock art and discover more about the windows into the past that these images provide. This hike is 1/4-mile long. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring along water.
Friday, June 13, 2025 / 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Pollinators and their ‘Buds’
Woolly Hollow State Park
82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR
Meeting Place: The Lake Center
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter at the Lake Center to learn about the wildflowers and pollinators of Woolly Hollow State Park, then create a paper flower souvenir. This program is fun for the whole family and lasts around 45 minutes.
Friday, June 13, 2025 / 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Wayfinders - Navigating Petit Jean
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road. Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: CCC Chimeny
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter at the historic CCC chimney for a 30-minute beginner-friendly program on how to navigate using a compass. Whether you're new to compass skills or just need a quick refresher, this hands-on session at Petit Jean State Park will help you find your way with confidence.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Saturday, June 14, 2025
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 7 AM - 12 PM
Front Porch Breakfast and Farm Market
267 Vaughn Circle, Dover, AR
Peaches just in time for Fathers Day!
Drewry farm & Orchards Farm Market
Open to the public Saturdays only, 7am-12pm with
extended hours and days TBA
Front Porch Breakfast 7am-12pm;
Tiffany’s Homemade Breads make the BEST French Toast!
We garnish with Fresh Fruit
Loaded Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes!
Grilled Breakfast Burrito
Bagel Breakfast Sandwich
Bacon, Eggs, Sausage, Buttermilk Biscuits ……..
Garden Hash made with fresh picked Veggies, grilled in real butter!
Peach Slushies, Strawberry Slushies, Ice Coffees
Honey Buns and Cinnamon Rolls ………and some other stuff….
Peaches and Plums, Eggplant, Squash and Zucchini in the Produce Cabin!
Shout Out to the most wonderful amazing precious people, Friends and “Customers” we love you, we appreciate you .
I can’t name all of you but if you were here last Saturday during the crazy rain storm then you are on the list, I’ve never seen more loyal customers in my life, we put chairs and tables in every corner trying to keep folks dry, we now know the produce cabin can seat at-least 15 people.
Just when I thought we cooked for nothing, we ended up being busy and having the best day ever,. Thank You !
So now until we get the funds to weather proof the pavilion , we will use the green house , (fix it up with tables and chairs, during rainy days.)
Our Breakfast supports our Farm more than you know, Thank You again.
"May the LORD bless you and keep you; May the LORD shine his face upon you and be gracious to you; May the LORD lift up his face upon you and give you his peace "
Event by Drewry Farm & Orchards
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 7 AM - 8 PM
Trails: Car Wash Falls
Hagerville, AR
We will be traveling in the Ozark National Forest. Seeing several historical sites and waterfalls along the way. No cost other than gas and food! Be sure to have a full tank of gas, lunches and snacks. This will be a long day so be prepared.
DETAILS: For those coming from the Springfield area, we will have a caravan down. Meeting at the Phillips 66 in SaddleBrooke and leaving promptly at 7:00am!!
We will begin our actual run around 9am, Meeting at Red Oak Station-Sand Gap, 38539 AR7, Pelsor, AR.
List of places we are going to try to hit.
Car Wash Falls
Devils Knob
Bubs Cabin
Union Schoolhouse
Oark General Store
Arkansas Sphinx
Wanderlust Falls
Event by Ozarks JeepThing
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 8 AM - 1 PM
Farmers Market & Craft Showcase
7233 River Road, Pottsville, AR
We are looking for vendors looking for a place to showcase your Produce, Plants, Jellies, Honey or crafts. Starting Saturday June 14th , 8-1 every Saturday we will have spots open for you to sell your product! BK’s Market and Craft Showcase will be held here at 7233 River Road In Pottsville from 8-1. Vendors must bring their own tents, tables and chairs. No Yard Sale Items but will accept crafters. $10 a space. For More information please call 479 567 4452. Or you can visit at BKS Koffee & Gifts to fill out form.
Support Local!
Event by BK's Koffee & Gifts
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 8 AM - 12 PM
Hometown Alma Market at the Shed
Come out and support local vendors! From farm fresh goodies to freeze dried candy and all in between.
Event by Hometown Alma Market
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 8 AM - 12 PM
Market on the Square - Greewood, AR - June Market
1 Town Square - Memorial Park, Greenwood, AR
Event is 8 am - 12 pm on Saturday, June 14, 2025 on the town square in Greenwood, Arkansas. Come join our traditional style farmers market with local meats, breads, farm fresh eggs, honey, teas, jellies, fresh canned vegetables and other artisan type goods!
Event by Market on the Square - Greenwood, Arkansas
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 AT 9 AM
Father’s Day Stroller & Strides Walk-Gathering
Downtown Little Rock, Arkansas
Being a father is about so much more than just providing — it’s about presence, love, and shaping how our kids see the world.
Let’s come together to celebrate what fatherhood really means. Join us for a meaningful walk, real conversations, and a chance to connect with other dads and father figures in the community.
Bring the kids!
This is a family-friendly event — a time to bond, share stories, and show our children the power of showing up.
Let’s walk, talk, and celebrate this journey of fatherhood — together.
Event by Demetrius Williams and Kelvin Parker
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 9 AM - 6 PM
Pop Up Market
316 west Main Street, Russellville, AR
This is our first pop up market at the store downtown! We would love to have the community come out and support local small businesses!
Event by Hometown Flair
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 at 9 am
Northwest Arkansas - Walk to Defeat ALS
Join us for the Northwest Arkansas - Walk to Defeat ALS on June 14!
When you join the Walk to Defeat ALS, you show fellow people with ALS and their families that they are not alone. We walk to celebrate those who are bravely fighting ALS and to honor those who have passed from this disease.
Register HERE: https://secure2.convio.net/alsa/site/TR?fr_id=16816&pg=entry
If you're interested in joining us in another city, visit walktodefeatals.org for a full list of Walk events across the country!
Event by The ALS Association
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 AT 9 AM
Basket Weaving Class
105 W B St, Russellville, AR
The River Valley Basket Weavers are excited to host Laura Hairston teaching this beautiful patriotic basket on Saturday June 14th. Class begins at 9am and the class will be held at the Pope County Extension office in downtown Russellville at 105 W B St behind the courthouse. Prepare to spend most of the day learning to weave this basket. Bring your own lunch or plan to eat at any of the local restaurants in the area.
Laura is offering other color options for the basket - black, blue, red, green, brown, and Mediterranean - in addition to the Patriotic colors. If you choose another color, both bands will be that color.
The cost of the class is $50.
Deadline to register is May 31st. Seating is limited.
Be sure to comment in this post or message if you intend to come and we will provide instructions on how to register for this class.
Event by Ellen Lesta McWhirter and River Valley Basket Weavers
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 AT 9 AM
Arkansas’ Only Police Motorcycle Rodeo
Join us for a day of excitement as we host the Arkansas' Only Police Motorcycle Rodeo! Watch as motorcycle officers show off their skills and compete in various events. This year, we're partnering with the DARE to Show Your Ride Car Show, so you can enjoy vendors, food trucks, and a car show throughout the day. All proceeds will go to fund the Jonesboro DARE program. Don't miss out on the fun!
Event by AMPA JPD Motorcycle Rodeo
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 10 AM - 2 PM
Bella Vista Garden Club Garden Walk
A copy of this brochure can be located on our website.
https://www.bellavistagardenclub.com/Home
This event is free but donations are accepted.
Event by Ginny Vance
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 10 AM - 4 PM
June Vendor Sidewalk Sale at The Trading Post
The Trading Post - Vendor Marketplace & Gifts
Summer savings are here! Swing by our June Vendor Sidewalk Sale and score amazing deals on clothes, accessories, home goods, antiques & more at The Trading Post!
Event by Trading Post
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 11 AM - 2 PM
479 Euros June Meet
Bring your Euro cars, enjoy food trucks, drinks and trails
Event by 479 Euros
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 AT 2 PM
Hectorfest 2025
Cecil Riley Memorial Park
𝗛𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗜𝗦 𝗔𝗟𝗠𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘!
*Cecil Riley Memorial Park Hector, AR*
𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟭𝟰 | 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟮 𝗣𝗠
It’s the most exciting day of the year in Hector—and 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱! Come celebrate summer with 𝗮 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰, 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱, 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝘂𝗻 at 𝗛𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱!
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𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗨𝗣 – Starts at 4 PM
Enjoy *four incredible acts*, capped off by the 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻 —Arkansas’ slide guitar king and a festival favorite!
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𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗞𝗦 & 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗦
Come hungry! We’ve got something for every craving:
* 𝗝&𝗙 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗸 – Lumpia, pancit & more!
* 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗱𝘆’𝘀 𝗦𝗺𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 – BBQ that only appears once a year!
* 𝗛𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆 – Grilled burgers & dogs with a hometown touch
* 𝗣𝗹𝘂𝘀 𝗮 𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀:
Freeze-dried candy, fried pies, rolled ice cream, lemonade & teas, sourdough breads, jams, jellies, honey, cotton candy & more!
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𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟 – Unique Vendors Galore
Explore a vibrant market of handcrafted goods, including:
* Jewelry, clothing, tie-dyes, custom tees, hats, pottery
* Non-toxic laundry soaps, car freshies, nature photography, game calls & more!
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𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗙𝗨𝗡 𝗭𝗢𝗡𝗘 – All Afternoon!
* Dunk Tank
* Face Painting
* Basketball Courts
* Giant Waterslides
Perfect for kids (and grown-up kids, too)!
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𝗠𝗔𝗖'𝗦 𝗣𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗬 - At 3 p.m.
* A special ceremony to the family of Mac's Grocery Store dedicating the pavilion at Cecil Riley Memorial Park in their name. Please join us for a special celebration and slideshow presentation.
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𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 & 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗦
𝗕𝗮𝗴𝗴𝗼 – Starts at 5 PM
𝗛𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗲𝘀 – Starts at 7 PM
$20/team | Single Elimination | 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝟱𝟬% 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘁!
𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗯𝘆 𝟭𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲!
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𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗦 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗘 – 9:30 PM
Close out the night with a 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 lighting up the Arkansas sky! You don’t want to miss it.
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𝗚𝗜𝗔𝗡𝗧 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗗𝗘 𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗧 – Relax, enjoy a bite, listen to the music and beat the heat this year under our giant 30' x 50' shade tent complete with tables and chairs.
𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗬 & 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 | Family-friendly | 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰, 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱, 𝗙𝘂𝗻 & 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀
Bring your lawn chairs, your appetite, and your best festival vibes!
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** Vendor/Sponsor Info:**
If you're interested in becoming a vendor or sponsor, contact Jessica:
Call/Text: 479-886-4265
Email: jlkurtzo@gmail.com
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#Hectorfest2025 #HectorAR #FestivalSeason #LiveMusic #SethFreemanLive #FoodTruckHeaven #ShopLocal #FireworksShow #SmallTownBigFun
Event by City of Hector, Arkansas
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SATURDAY, JUNE 14 AT 5:30 PM
Women’s Wellness & Retreat
Cherry Street Park, Clarksville, AR
The ladies deserve a boost now and then, which is why we've teamed up with the amazing Carrie Cowell to bring a Women's Wellness & Retreat to Clarksville.
What's included? Think light snacks for you and your little ones (Yes, babies are totally welcome! We'll have a kid zone just for them!), workshops to lift your spirits and remind you how awesome you are, and even some goodies to take home. As a nonprofit, our mission is always to provide spaces and events for you at no cost, so this event will be free. Donations are always welcome but never expected nor required. We hope to see your beautiful faces there!
As Always, Peace and Love
Event by V&RayzCreationz
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 AT 6 PM
Central Arkansas Country Gospel Music Association
New Life Church At Benton, AR
Gospel singers , groups , musicians - in the central Arkansas area !! Would you like a place to go and sing praises ? -
You are invited to
New Life Church , 126 West Street , Benton , Ar the second Saturday of each month . CACGMA—This Saturday JUNE 14, 2025 starts at 6:00 !
Sound system is already setup for live music or soundtracks - drums, Keyboard are setup
For your use -bring your on guitars - and we need listeners too -
If you plan to come to sing /please come at 5:30 and sign up - bring 2-4 songs (according to how many show up )
Free -but a love offering will be taken up for church expenses .
Joe Chambers your host; Central Arkansas Country Gospel Music Association
Event by The Garrett Sisters
SATURDAY, JUNE 14 FROM 7:30 PM - 9;30 PM
Spectre Cars & Karts (K1 Speed)
K1 Speed Rogers
JOIN US ON JUNE 14TH for a fun Saturday night at K1 Speed in Rogers!!
We heard you… Cars V Planes is a little far, let’s enjoy this summer to the fullest. Because of this, we have decided to host a meet in June
This large gathering will feature:
VIP parking | Spectre Merch | Music | Food | Glo-Karts | sports cars | supercars | jdm cars | bikes/superbikes | Giveaways | And much more
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VIP parking will have exclusive (Early) parking right infront of K1 Speed (where the fun and extremely large crowd is)
FREE PARKING is shown in yellow (second slide)
VIP parking tickets are available NOW for just $10 at Spectremerch.com
Grab one while they last!
POLICE WILL BE ON SITE
Event by Spectre.nwa and K1 Speed Rogers
Saturday, June 14, 2025 / 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Mountain Fishin' Derby at Petit Jean State Park
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road. Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Boathouse
Admission: Free
The 2023 Mountain Fishin' Derby is here for Arkansas's free fishing weekend! Join park staff alongside Lake Bailey near the Boathouse to register your child and fish the morning away.
#FreeFishingWeekend #FishNatural #FishArkansas
Saturday, June 14, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Adventure Series Workshop - Hiking Sticks
Lake Dardanelle State Park
100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center Lakeview Room
Admission : $20.00
Come celebrate Great Outdoors Month at Lake Dardanelle State Park and engage in new outdoor adventures. We will host a new workshop each Saturday from 9-11a.m. Registration for each will include all materials needed for the workshop. These workshops are designed to provide basic instruction for each topic to let participants learn about the outdoor activities and try them out. This week's workshop is making Hiking Sticks; ready to hit the trails? Start your hiking journey at Lake Dardanelle State Park with our Hiking Stick Workshop! Join a park interpreter in the Lakeview Room of the visitor center to create your own custom hiking stick and earn your first hiking stick medallion. Learn how to select, shape, and personalize your stick, then hit the trails with a one-of-a-kind hiking aid you can call your own.
Saturday, June 14, 2025 / 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Summer Plant Survey
Plantation Agriculture Museum
4815 US-165, Scott, AR
Meeting Place: Museum
Help Plantation Agriculture Museum to better understand the environment of the park by helping us document the plants that live here. Visitors are invited to join park staff and identify the plants big and small that make their home at the museum.
Saturday, June 14, 2025 / 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Learn to Make Tinctures
Ozark Folk Center State Park
1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View, AR
Learn to Make Tinctures
Taught by Linda Odom
*** Click Here For More Information or to Register ***
In this 2-hour class you will learn how to make tinctures using dried herbs and fresh herbs and you will also make a glycerite.
Herbal tinctures are a concentrated form of herbs made by soaking the appropriate bark, berries, leaves, roots or other plant material in alcohol or vinegar to extract and the essence.
A glycerite is a moistening extract made by steeping herbs in glycerin. Glycerites are used for dryness and irritation.
All the materials you will need will be provided.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Sunday, June 15, 2025
SUNDAY, JUNE 15 AT 10 AM
Father’s Day @ Point Remove
203 W. 2nd St., Russellville, AR
This Father’s Day, Point Remove at Central Fire Station is rolling out the red carpet for the real MVPs—Dads. Join us in celebrating with Legendary Pizza, Legendary Dads, and a few Legendary Surprises.
First up: our Legendary Pizza—crafted exclusively for Father’s Day weekend, available June 15th only. It’s bold, meaty, and made with dads in mind. One day. One pizza. Don’t miss it.
Then there’s The Meat Slab—our take on a “charcuterie board,” only this one’s built with man-sized portions of premium meats. No dainty bites here—just full-on flavor.
And just in time for Dad’s big day, we’re tapping into something new—a brand-new handcrafted drink making its debut at this location. You’ll have to come try it for yourself, but let’s just say it pairs perfectly with meat, good tunes, and legendary company.
Gather the crew, bring the family, and make your plans to celebrate Father’s Day with us at Point Remove at Central Fire Station. Because legends deserve more than a necktie.
Central Fire Station | Downtown Russellville
Great food. Bold flavor. Dad-level awesome.
Event by Point Remove at Central Fire Station
SUNDAY, JUNE 15 FROM 12 PM - 7 PM
Summer Bash Father’s Day Event
Come out and have fun with your father's and shop local. We will have games, live music, entertainment and so much more. Enjoy all day here without leaving for anything because we have you covered with plenty of food options, shopping, games and places to sit. We are excited to kick off the summer with you!
Event by HHR
SUNDAY, JUNE 15 AT 12 PM
Fathers Day Fish Fry
We are having a fish fry June 15.. everyone is welcome!!!
Event by The Dwelling Place
SUNDAY, JUNE 15 FROM 12 PM - 5 PM
Third Sunday Blues Jam
The Bakery District
A free to the public, family friendly music event featuring local and regional blues musicians who come together somewhat randomly, to play and sing everyone’s favorite blues classics. Food and drink will be available for purchase to support the Riverfront Blues Society.
Musicians sign up between 12- 4pm. You will be called to the stage by our MC when your turn comes.
The music that ‘happens’ is always fun - and sometimes magical!
We need YOU there to make it even more special.
Event by Fort Smith Riverfront Blues Society
JUN
SUNDAY, JUNE 15 AT 1:30 PM
June 2025 Meeting of the Arkansas Orchid Society
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
This is a new meeting location for the Arkansas Orchid Society. It is being held at the Trinity Episcopal Cathedral at 310 West 17th St in Little Rock. Parking is on Gaines Street.
Event by Arkansas Orchid Society
SUNDAY, JUNE 15 AT 2 PM
Tour de Puppy
Best Friends Pet Resource Center
Bring Cookies! MEET AT BEST FREINDS for the ride. Park along 8th St. We depart the parking lot at 2:00 p.m. for a ride on the recently opened 8th St side path, to our halfway point at the new Walmart Campus. Bikes with pets carriers encouraged. Upon our return to Best Friends we'll have a Cookie Contest and tour the Best Friends facility. There will be prizes!!
This ride is FREE!! Our leads and sweeps are 100% volunteers thus our rides are FREE. All types of bikes, all types of people are welcome to join. We recommend hydration, blinky lights, basic bike repair kit w/tube, and helmets. Check our FB page on ride day for last minute weather cancellations. Thanks Bentonville Moves Coalition for the support of our community in all things ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION!
Event by Bret McCormick and Bentonville Town Tour
SUNDAY, JUNE 15 AT 2 PM
Fathers Day Town Ride, Eureka Springs
Eureka Springs Community Center
Come celebrate Fathers Day with a Town ride through the streets of Eureka Springs. This ride of approximately 7.5 miles will ramble through the beautiful neighborhoods and downtown area of Eureka Springs. This is a paved ride but there is opportunity for mountain bikers to take a short detour on a couple of trails that parallel our route. Most any bike will do, but as hills are unavoidable in Eureka a multi-geared bike is recommended. Helmets required. Children must be accompanied by an adult and able to ride the distance. This is a no-drop ride…nobody is left behind. Very likely a stop will be made for refreshment. Everyone Welcome
Remember, DADS RULE!
Event by Chris Gaines and Carroll County Ozark Off Road Cyclists [OORC]
SUNDAY, JUNE 15 AT 2 PM
Build a Birdfeeder Workshop
Wild Birds Unlimited will be here on Father’s Day to help any family get started in one of the best past times: BIRDING! Perfect activity to honor dad!
The $35 ticket includes building and taking home 1 bird feeder, a 2 lb. bag of Wild Birds Unlimited No Mess Birdseed and lots of tips and information on birds!
All ages welcome!
https://www.whiterivernursery.com/.../fathers-day-build-a...
Only 1 ticket needed per bird feeder being built so no need to buy multiple tickets if you’re coming as a family or couple!
If you have any questions, please contact info@whiterivernursery.com
Event by White River Nursery
SUNDAY, JUNE 15 FROM 4 PM - 9 PM
Reverse Brunch on the River
Rockwater Marina
We’re back and bringing the vibes to the water for the Fathers, and of course the Ladies! lol Join us, along with Beneficial Hospitality Group, Derrty Dj Deja Blu & The Culture Cigars Sunday, June 15th, Fathers Day, at 4 PM for a sunset brunch experience like no other.
This is your invitation to unwind on the dock, soak in the river views, and vibe out with good eats, cigars, and a live DJ.
Good music
Cigar vibes
Brunch menu to coincide with the vibes
Rockwater Marina
Reserve your tables now
Door Cover
#SipsAndSunset #BrunchOnTheDock #RiversideVibes #Fathersday #OutsideVibes
Event by Brunch Brothers LR
SUNDAY, JUNE 15 FROM 7 PM - 8:30 PM
Free on the Green | Ozark Music Festival Orchestra
507 SE E St, Bentonville, AR
Enjoy an evening of free live music on the Momentary Green, featuring the Ozark Music Festival Orchestra. The OMF orchestra will perform Richard Strauss’s Don Juan and Claude Debussy’s La mer under the baton of Seattle Symphony’s Associate Conductor, Sunny Xia.
The Ozark Music Festival is part of the Ozark Music Initiative, a new arts non-profit founded in 2024, which aims to enrich the Northwest Arkansas musical community. In its inaugural season, the Ozark Music Festival is a prestigious two-week orchestral training program that brings over 100 pre-professional and professional musicians to Northwest Arkansas. For more information about the Ozark Music Initiative, please visit ozarkmusic.org
Free, no tickets required.
Event by The Momentary
Sunday, June 15, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Lake Bennett Kayak Tour
Woolly Hollow State Park
82 Woolly Hollow Road, Greenbrier, AR
Meeting Place: Swim Beach
Adults: $15.00
Explore what makes Lake Bennett unique with the park interpreter! During this kayak tour we will paddle to various areas of interest around the lake and stop for discussion at a few iconic spots. No paddling experience is necessary, but you should be comfortable around water. We will briefly discuss kayaking techniques at the beginning of the program. Space is limited, so please reserve your spot at the visitor center. Paddlers are welcome to bring their own watercraft, but registration is required regardless of whether you use a rental kayak or your own to ensure we have enough staff available.
Sunday, June 15, 2025 / 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Bear Cave Hike
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Bear Cave Parking Area
Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter for an interesting walk among the giant sandstone boulders and slot canyons of the Bear Cave area. This is a relatively easy 1/4-mile hike that is great for the whole family. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
Sunday, June 15, 2025 / 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Father's Day Buffet at The Skillet Restaurant
Ozark Folk Center State Park
1032 Park Avenue, Mountain View, AR
Meeting Place: The Skillet
Celebrate Dad with a hearty, home-cooked meal packed with his favorite foods!
The Skillet's annual Father's Day Buffet at the Ozark Folk Center in Mountain View happens Sunday, June 15 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Entrees include:
• Skillet’s Famous Fried Chicken
• BBQ Ribs
• Hamburger Steak with Grilled Onions & Mushrooms
Sides:
• Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
• Corn on the Cob
• Green Beans
• Pinto Beans
• Grilled Veggie Blend
• Fried Okra
• Fresh Baked Rolls & Cornbread
Salad Bar:
• Full Soup & Salad Bar
• Black-Eyed Pea Salad
• Pasta Salad
• Fresh Watermelon
Desserts:
• Chocolate Earthquake Cake
• Homemade Pies
• Assorted Desserts
All-you-can eat buffet is $20 per person. (Tax & tip not included.)
Sunday, June 15, 2025 / 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Light It Up
Lake Dardanelle State Park
2428 Marina Rd, Russellville, AR
Meeting Place: Grassy Area across from the Visitor Center
The power of the Arkansas River lights up your world and life in the river valley every day. Meet a park interpreter in the grassy area across from the visitor center to learn how the Arkansas River is used in energy production.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
