There are some great adventures up ahead this weekend. Enjoy events like a dinosaur adventure, sky diving, lots of outdoor activities, music events, fund raisers and if you have children, lots of events and tryouts for them as well. Make memories with that special someone in your life, or enjoy time with your littles or with friends. Looks like a beautiful weekend ahead with daytime temperatures in the 50’s and no rain.
If you know of any events we should add to this or future editions of “This Weekend in Arkansas”, let us know! In the meantime, we have selected a few of our favorite events for the weekend! Here is our guide to what’s happening this weekend in Arkansas!
If you decide to join any of these events, be sure to mention that Live Love Arkansas sent you!
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, February 20, 2026
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 FROM 9 AM - 3 PM
10th Annual Arkansas Environmental Policy Summit
Hendrix College
The Arkansas Environmental Policy Summit is a one-day event designed to bring together activists, regulators, elected officials, students, academics, experts, and others to discuss our state's most pressing environmental issues.
When: Friday, February 20 from 9:00am-3:00pm
Where: Worsham Hall at Hendrix College (1600 Washington Ave, Conway, AR 72032)
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
This year's keynote speakers will present on the role of social scientists in conservation, environmental protection, and sustainability.
This presentation will feature:
* Dr. Carmen Merrick, Hendrix College
* Dr. Jennifer Penner, Hendrix College
The event will feature breakout sessions on:
* Electric Transmission 101
* Status of Wind Energy Policy in Arkansas
* What’s happening with SWEPCO?
* "Big Ideas" for Arkansas's Environment
Things to Know:
* Registration includes lunch provided through the Hendrix College Dining Hall, which provides a diverse array of food choices. Please note in your registration any dietary requirements that should be passed along. Dining Services will do their best to accommodate all attendees.
* Parking will be available on campus for all attendees but may require walking. Worsham Hall is located in the Student Life & Technology Center (SLTC).
* Please note in your registration any mobility needs related to parking. Staff will reach out to you ahead of the Summit.
Questions? Please email uta.meyer@audubon.org
Sponsors: Arkansas Climate League, Citizens' Climate Lobby - Arkansas Chapters, Arkansas Public Policy Panel, Arkansas Natural Sky Association, Arkansas Sierra Club, Audubon Delta, The Ozark Society, Southern Renewable Energy Association, and Zero Hour.
Photo: Mark Rivera/APA
Event by Little Rock Audubon Center, Arkansas Public Policy Panel and Arkansas Citizens' Climate League
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 AT 10 AM
Homeschool Day February 2026
380 S 9th St, Batesville, AR
Calling all homeschool families! Come explore Arkansas history, agriculture, and food festivals with us!
Join us for Homeschool Day on Friday, February 20, at the Old Independence Regional Museum from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
Students will have lots of fun with hands-on crafts, activities, and learning your students will love. Kids can make animals using an assortment of dried beans, rice, and corn!
Our educational programming is designed for reading-age students to enhance child participation and learning.
To register your students, please contact us or visit oirm.org.
(870) 793-2121
educator@oirm.org
380 S. 9th Street, Batesville, AR 72501
Spots are limited, so sign up soon!
#homeschool #Arkansas #handsonlearningfun #fieldtrip #museum #arkansasagriculture #foodfestival
Event by Old Independence Regional Museum
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 FROM 11 AM - 5 PM
First Jump Course - Learn to Go Solo!
1413 East Main St., Clarksville, AR
Learn to go solo by contacting us TODAY!
After completing your first tandem with us, just a few bucks to begin your new adventure. The six hour ground school will cover gear, emergency procedures, gearing up, exiting the plane, and much more! Bring food/snacks!
The following day, or when your schedule works best, you come back to the airport to go over what you previously learned, look at an aerial map, make a plan with your Instructor, and then you are up (along with your Instructor by your side).
OPTION 1 - $110/JUMP
Instructor Assisted Deployment (IAD):
You learn from roughly 5,000 feet while hanging off the wing strut. As you gain skills you also will gain altitude until you get to 10,500 feet. You will have a one way radio the first 3-5 skydives.
OPTION 2 - $225/JUMP*
Accelerated Free Fall (AFF):
You start at 10,500 feet launching out with two AFF Instructors hanging on to you. You will have certain actions to perform during each exit. After 3-5 skydives of having two Instructors, you will then move on to Single Side Instructor. You will have a one way radio the first 3-5 skydives.
*If you had recently started AFF elsewhere, then you can skydive with one instructor and the price drops to $185 per skydive. You must provide proof by means of logbook. You will have 3-5 jumps with one Instructor.
COACH JUMPS (after IAD or AFF requirements): After so many jumps of either learning you choose, you will then 'graduate' on to Coach Jumps. Another licensed skydiver exits with you advancing your skills and knowledge of the sport. $95/jump
We DO offer recurrency for those who may have been grounded for a bit.
Next step: A License baby!
Cash and Credit Cards accepted.
Event by Paradise Valley Skydiving
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 AT 11 AM - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 AT 6 PM
Arkansas RV Show
Statehouse Convention Center
Join us for the Arkansas RV Show Our dealer, Moix RV, will be at the show. For more information on what nuCamp units will be on display at the show, please contact Moix. Interested in learning more about the show? Visit dgattractions.com.
Moix RV:
Address: 1213 Collier Dr, Conwaty, AR 72032
Phone number: 501-327-2255
Website: moixrv.com
Show Dates and Times:
Friday, February 20: 10 am – 8 pm
Saturday, February 21: 10 am – 8 pm
Sunday, February 22: 10 am – 5 pm
Location:
Statehouse Convention Center
101 E Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72201
Admission:
Adults: $10
Kids 12 and under are free
Event by nuCamp
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 AT 12 PM - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 AT 6 PM
Dinosaur Adventure - Little Rock, AR
Arkansas State Fairgrounds
Get ready, Little Rock! The much-anticipated Dinosaur Adventure is coming to the Arkansas State Fairgrounds from February 20 – 22, 2026.
This family-friendly event features life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, interactive exhibits, and unforgettable activities that will transport you back to the Jurassic era.
Perfect for kids, families, and dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages!
Event by Dinosaur Adventure
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 AT 3 PM - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 AT 2 PM
21st Annual Buffalo Headwaters Challenge
Headwaters School, Red Star Arkansas
The 21st Annual BHC. Challenge routes for bikes and runners this year. 5 meals including the legendary fire tower grilled cheese and tomato soup, live music, DJ’s in the woods, event socks ,finishers patch, yoga, gravel ride and more! Get registered today!
Event by Ozark Off-Road Cyclists
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 FROM 4 PM - 5 PM
BINGO
80 Library RD, Dover, AR
Come to the library for a FREE game of family friendly Bingo!
Event by Dover Public Library
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 FROM 5 PM - 8 PM
London Elementary Chili Supper and Live Auction
154 School Street, London, AR
The annual Chili Supper and Live Auction will be held at London Elementary on February 20th. If you have attended before, you know how fun and amazing this event is and how delicious the cinnamon rolls are! If you have not attended before, this is your year! Save the date and make the plan to come eat with us and enjoy the thrill of a live auction.
Event by London Elementary PTO
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 AT 6:30 PM
Sam Sparks Live at Blackwell Revival
3801 Happy Bend Rd, Atkins, AR
Boomers open with some bluegrass tunes at 6:30 followed by Sam Sparks at 8:00.
Come enjoy some live music and good times!
Event by Blackwell Revival
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 FROM 6:30 PM - 11 PM
North Central Arkansas Cornhole and Darts
365 Dave Creek Parkway, Fairfield Bay, AR
Our first night of play is coming on February 20th. That is a Friday night. Look on Scorholio and register. We will play round robin seating a double elimination bracket. Straight play on darts. We play at the Lions Den in the Lions building in Fairfield Bay. Come for the fun and enjoy the concessions that includes adult drinks.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 AT 6:30 PM
Project Community Trivia Night & 50/50 Raffle
121 N. Fulton St., Clarksville, AR
Join us for a fun Project Community Trivia Night on February 20 at 6:30 PM at Project Community (121 N. Fulton, Clarksville). Teams of up to four will compete for bragging rights and a championship trophy while supporting a great cause. Registration is $100 per team. Click here to register!
The evening will also include a 50/50 raffle with $5 tickets — cash only — so come ready to play and give.
All proceeds support the needs of vulnerable individuals and families in Johnson and Franklin Counties.
Space is limited to 18 teams, so register early to secure your spot!
Event by Project Community
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 AT 7 PM
Live Music with Onna Collins Music
203 W. 2nd St., Russellville, AR
We have a new artist! Welcome Onna Collins to our Russellville taproom at 7 pm February 20th for her brewery debut.
Event by Point Remove at Central Fire Station
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 FROM 7 PM - 10 PM
Shaw Revolver Live at The Old Bank
The Old Bank Sports Grill
Shaw Revolver is a high-energy family act delivering powerhouse vocals, tight harmonies, and dynamic multi-instrument talent
Event by Shaw Revolver
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 FROM 8 PM - 11 PM
Gavin Sumrall. Arkansas Feel Good Music!
106 W Elm St, Rogers, AR
Gavin Sumrall hitting the stage at the Pub!
https://www.gavinsumrallmusic.com/
Event by Pub on the Bricks Rogers
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 AT 9 PM - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 AT 12 AM
Arkansas Bend Lake Travis Messabout Feb-2026
Arkansas Bend Campground
Heya! We have a Messabout in the works. Myself, Roger, and Bobby have campsites booked at Arkansas Bend Campground for this weekend. Going to try it out as a basecamp for fun sailing. Grab a site, join us in ours, or show up for day sailing. Weather could be perfect, crappy, or something in between!
Event by Lucius Varus and Austin Small Craft Sail and Oar
Friday, February 20, 2026 / 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Reading Nature’s Morning Newspaper on the Monument
Devil's Den State Park
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR
Meeting Place: Fossil Flats Trailhead near Campsite 15
All Admission: Free
Join a park interpreter for a 1–2 mile hike as we explore the trails to discover animal tracks, scat, and other signs of wildlife. Learn how to “read” the forest like a newspaper and uncover the secret lives of animals in winter.
Friday, February 20, 2026 / 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Art in The Park
Lake Catherine State Park
1200 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, AR
Meeting Place: Nature Cabin
All Admission: Free
Memories are made here at Lake Catherine State Park! Join a park interpreter at the nature cabin to discuss the natural beauty of Lake Catherine during this lakeside painting activity.
Friday, February 20, 2026 / 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Historic Angling Workshop
Lake Chicot State Park
2542 Hwy. 257, Lake Village, AR
Meeting Place: Pavilion 2
Cost: $5
People have been fishing at Lake Chicot for hundreds of years. Join a park interpreter to learn about the different methods used throughout time for recreation and survival. Then test your skills by building your own cane pole and see if you catch a fish with a pole built by your own hands. Space is limited and reservations are required. Make your reservation today by calling the visitor center at (870) 265-5480.
Friday, February 20, 2026 / 3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Life in a Covered Wagon
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center
All Admission: Free
Discover how the use of a covered wagon enabled pioneers to settle the area now known as Lake Fort Smith. Daily life was full of hard choices of what to pack for the westward expansion. Meet a park interpreter and try your hand at selecting essentials for your trip at the covered wagon display.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Saturday, February 21, 2026
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 AT 5:30 PM
Sip & Play (make up) and room for more players
4001 W. Main St, Russellville, AR
Margaritas, Games & Prizes
Make up from snow event delay.
Grab your girlfriends and join us for a fun, relaxed night out at the nursery! Sip & Play is all about laughing, mingling, and enjoying margaritas while playing fun group games with friends (and making new ones too!).
You’ll sip on margaritas (with mocktail options available), enjoy delicious finger foods and desserts, and rotate through game tables designed to keep the night fun and social.
Winners at each game will receive prizes and earn entries into our grand prize drawings at the end of the night, featuring fun garden goodies, gift cards, and free workshop spots.
Whether you come with friends or come solo, this is the perfect night to relax, have fun, and enjoy the Green Thumb community after hours.
What’s Included:
Margaritas & mocktail options
Finger foods & sweet treats
Rotating game tables & group games
Game prizes + grand prize drawings
After-hours nursery shopping
Event Details:
Saturday , February 21, 2026
5:30 PM
Green Thumb Nursery — Russellville
$30 per person
Spots are limited, so grab your ticket early and come sip, play, and laugh with us at Green Thumb Nursery
Event by Green Thumb Nursery
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 AT 9 AM
2026 Southwest Arkansas Homesteading Conference
UA Cossatot Campus-Nashville
Join us for the second annual Southwest Arkansas Homesteading Conference hosted by Howard & Pike County Extension Offices.
Date: February 21, 2026
Time: Registration starts at 8:30 AM, Conference begins at 9:00 AM
Location: UA Cossatot Campus-Nashville 1558 US-371, Nashville, AR
Cost: $30 per person, lunch included.
Please register by February 15, 2026 to ensure your meal choice guaranteed.
Topics: Composting, Pie Crust, Sourdough, Water Bath Canning, Pressure Canning, Foraging for Edible Foods, Beekeeping, Estate Planning, Pond Management, Forestry/Timber, High Tunnel/Greenhouse Management, Dutch Oven Cooking and more topics to be announced! Most sessions will be offered twice! There will also be time for networking!
This year there will be some door prizes during lunch!
Complimentary coffee and breakfast snacks will be available.
Register for this event at this link: https://uada.formstack.com/forms/southwest_homesteading
Kid's Camp Option!
Let your kids learn homesteading on their level while you attend the conference! There will be activities that include making a freezer jam, candles, mini barn quilts, and more! Lunch and snacks will be provided. Ages 5 and Up. Cost $25 and take homes and lunch are included! Kids can be registered with parents on the registration form. This will be hosted by Howard and Pike County 4-H employees and 4-H Teen Leaders. Kids will be signed in and out by their adult at the door!
Questions? Contact the Pike County Extension office at 870-285-2161 or the Howard County Extension Office at 870-845-7517.
Event by UAEX Pike County Agriculture
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 AT 10 AM
2026 Logan County Polar Plunge Benefiting Special Olympics Arkansas
19 Cove Lake Loop, Paris, AR
Every year, thousands of people jump into freezing cold water to support Special Olympics Arkansas. By plunging with us, they help bring opportunity and inclusion to over 19,500 Special Olympics athletes and young athletes across the state.
Registration: 10:00am
Parade & Awards: 10:30am
Plunge: 11:00am
Contact: keeshia@specialolympicsarkansas.org
Event by Special Olympics Arkansas, Special Olympics Arkansas Area 14 and Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Arkansas
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 FROM 10 AM - 11 AM
Join a Free Trial Class!
Looking for a fun activity for you and your baby or preschooler? Come join in on the musical fun at The Music Class of River Valley! We offer classes to children ages 0-4 and their caregivers! Join your child in learning the fundamentals of music, setting them up with a solid foundation to continue their musical journey and beyond. An understanding of music is helpful for not only instruments or choir, but reading, science and mathematics, collaboration, imagination, and more!
Our winter session is happening now and we would love for you to come try out a class for free anytime during the session! We meet on Saturdays at 10am at The River Valley Arts Center. Please reach out with any questions or for more information!
See you in The Music Class!!
https://themusicclass.com/.../the.../location/russellville
Event by The Music Class of River Valley
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 AT 10 AM - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 AT 5 PM
Arkansas Viking Thing
275 Adkisson Rd, Mount Vernon, AR
Celebrate the traditions of the Norse at Arkansas Viking Thing this February. Step into a world inspired by Viking history and culture, filled with competitions of strength, ancient games, live entertainment, and powerful traditions that honor the past.
Event by Arkansas Renaissance Festival
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 AT 10 AM
Storytime with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library
116 E 3rd St, Russellville, AR
Join us at the Pope County Library and meet Whirlwind Theatre and Educational Theatre Association Troupe #10956! They will be reading books from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library to us! We'll also craft and discuss the importance of literacy - all while having fun!
Event by Pope County Library, Russellville AR and River Valley Adult Learning Alliance
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 AT 10 AM
Watercolor Paint Your Pet Class
Arkansas Artspace
Saturday, February 21
10AM - 12PM
Arkansas Artspace
7509 Cantrell Rd., Suite 121
Little Rock, AR 72207
*Located in the Tanglewood Shopping Center behind Edward's Food Giant.
$55 to attend. Sign up at: https://kristinlmurphy.com/.../watercolor-paint-your-pet...
Join artist Kristin Murphy for a watercolor class where you'll learn how to paint your beloved pet! She will guide you though the painting process while sharing her favorite watercolor techniques. All supplies are provided, so no need to bring anything. You will leave class with a completed watercolor painting of your pet. This class is beginner friendly and open to all skill levels.
Once you sign up for this class, please send a photo of your pet to hello@kristinlmurphy.com. She will size your photo to fit onto your watercolor paper and have it ready to go for class.
Seats are limited.
Event by Kristin L. Murphy Artist
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 AT 11 AM
Scavenger Hunt
Welcome, CONWAY adventurers!
Get ready to explore, laugh, and maybe even get a little competitive. My Family and I would like for you all to participate in our family shenanigans . This scavenger hunt is all about teamwork, sharp eyes, and having a great time. Follow the clues, complete the challenges, and enjoy the journey—because the real prize is the memories you’ll make along the way. Let the hunt begin!
If interested-go follow our pages to keep up with the latest news and clues that will be given. You are NOT REQUIRED TO PURCHASE ANYTHING. We just ask you follow our pages and BE NICE!! Gifts that are given are from the heart.
https://youtube.com/@chaoschronicles5?si=mIH8lvt9J8LmzlPO
https://www.instagram.com/theechaoschronicles...
https://www.facebook.com/share/1AC6ZDeRnE/?mibextid=wwXIfrk
https://www.facebook.com/share/14GCpYhQHm3/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Event by Crystal Denise and Frank Scofield
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 AT 11 AM
Sandbar Saturday
1413 East Main St., Clarksville, AR
$50/jump.
MUST HAVE PFD!
MUST BE B License or greater.
MUST TALK WITH DZO BEFORE MAINFESTING
Vehicle & Driver to shuttle from Boat Ramp back to Airport would be helpful.
More details to come!
Event by Paradise Valley Skydiving
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 FROM 11 AM - 6 PM
Guided Outdoor Sport Climbing
Learn climbing basics from the professionals at Frontier Climbing Company, and see some of Arkansas' newest routes in one of Arkansas' best State Parks!
9am - 5pm
Register here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSc5B49E8.../viewform...
Event by UCA Campus Recreation & Wellness
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 FROM 2 PM - 4 PM
Kiss the Cows
1477 Whorton Mountain Road, London, AR
Come visit the farm! We will have our farm goodies set up and other vendors here too. There will be a backdrop set up for pictures with or without cows or maybe even calves. We should have some born by then
Event by Hideaway Farms
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 FROM 5 PM - 8 PM
Parents’ Night Out
1100 N Frankfort Ave (The fellowship hall of Second Baptist Russellville), Russellville, AR
Meal will be provided. Call Jay @ 479-970-5004 for more info.
Link to sign your kids up:
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScAZZXg0j9pas.../viewform
Event by The Church In The Dirt
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 AT 5 PM
Annual Hagarville Community Building Fundraiser
10577 Hwy 123, Clarksville, AR
Chili Dinners, eat in or to go.
Red Solo Cup Auction
Cake Walk
Bake Sale
Candidates Welcome!
All proceeds benefit the upkeep of the Hagarville Community Building.
Event by Hagarville Community Center
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 FROM 6 PM - 8 PM
Russellville High School Students’ Artist Reception
1001 East B Street, Russellville, AR
Join us in celebrating our local AP Art Students and their works! This exhibit and the reception is free and open to the public.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday -Thursday; 1p-5p
Artist Reception: Saturday, February 21st, 6p-8p
Event by River Valley Arts Center
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 FROM 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Pope County Senior Activity Center
1010 N Rochester Ave, Russellville, AR
Come join us for some good music and dancing. Show starts at 6:30 pm and admission is $10.
Event by Hurricane Outlaws
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 AT 7:30 PM
Ballet Arkansas’ World Premiere “Cinderella”
Join Ballet Arkansas for Ballet Arkansas' grand reimagining of Cinderella, bringing new life to the beloved fairytale! Featuring all-new sets and costumes, Prokofiev's sweeping score, and a cast that blends the brilliance of Ballet Arkanas' professional artists with a community cast of dancers from across Arkansas, this laugh-out-loud, heartwarming spectacle is a "must-see" production this season. Audiences of all ages will be enchanted by this visually stunning production, where magic dances through every scen--from the glittering ballroom to the comically chaotic stepsisters.
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Tue, 1 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM
UAMS Sale : Mon, 26 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
20% Off Discount Offer : Fri, 12 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
Event by Robinson Center
Saturday, February 21, 2026 / 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Early Risers Hike: A Yellow Rock Adventure
Devil's Den State Park
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR 72774
Meeting Place: CCC Overlook
All Admission: Free
As the sun rises, we'll explore the trail's unique features, including its terrain, flora, and views of the Lee Creek Valley. This is a moderate 2-mile hike offering a peaceful start to your day, allowing you to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of the Ozarks. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
Saturday, February 21, 2026 / 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Ranger Beads: Make Them and Use Them
Lake Fort Smith State Park
15458 Sheperd Springs Road, Mountainburg, AR 72946-0004
Meeting Place: Visitor Center Back Porch
Ranger beads are an effective tool to keep track of your distance traveled, especially while hiking. Meet a park interpreter to make your own set of ranger beads and learn how they are used. No prior knowledge is required, and all materials are provided.
Saturday, February 21, 2026 / 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Harness and Driving Workshop
Historic Washington State Park
100 SW Morrison, 127 HWY 195 S
Meeting Place: Sanders Barn
Per Person: $65.00
This course covers the basics of safe harnessing and driving horse teams. If you like hands-on learning opportunities and want to experience the fun of wagon and carriage transportation, this class is for you! Registration is required. Minimum age for participation is sixteen years old, those under eighteen must be accompanied by an adult. Register by calling the park at (870) 983-2684.
Saturday, February 21, 2026 / 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Gathering Basket Workshop
Lake Dardanelle State Park
100 State Park Drive, Russellville, AR 72802
Meeting Place: visitor center Lakeview Room
Cost: $50
The 1800s brought many emigrants to the river valley; these pioneers had to learn to live off the land. Basket making, by using oak splits, was an important task for every pioneer. Weave your own basket in this hands-on class and reflect on those who lived in this area before it was a state park. Bring a sack lunch or plan to visit a local restaurant. The fee covers the cost of materials. Class size is limited; preregistration is required by Feb. 1st. To register call the visitor center (479) 967-5516.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
Sunday, February 22, 2026
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 FROM 4 PM - 6 PM
Community Candlelight Vigil: For All Arkansas Lives Impacted by Gun Violence
Old Main, University of Arkansas Giffles Auditorium room 201. We will walk to the Greek Theater for flag memorial to conclude vigil
We know gun violence is the #1 killer of kids, teens, and college students in the United States.
We know gun violence is preventable through INTERSECTIONAL work addressing homelessness, food insecurity, mental health resources, common sense gun laws, civil rights, domestic violence, immigrant rights, access to healthcare, education, and smart gun ownership.
We know we can create the change needed to end gun violence, but only if we speak up, show up, and take action. We know everyone has a role in the gun violence prevention movement.
Last year 550 people were killed by firearms in Arkansas. Countless others were injured and forever impacted by this violence. Please join us on Feb 22nd as we honor and hold space for the thousands of Arkansans who were impacted by gun violence last year.
Let us begin 2026 by setting aside a time to collectively pause and acknowledge the healing, change, and power we cultivate when we come together to make our communities safer.
Sunday Feb 22 4-6pm Giffels Auditorium Old Main room 201 on the University of Arkansas Campus.
This event is for the community and ALL ARE INVITED.
If a loved one was taken from you by gun violence, and you would like to add to the memorial table - please bring a photo or memento to place on the alter.
This event is hosted by Thaden School Students Demand Action and NWA Moms Demand Action in partnership with Arkansas Justice Reform Coalition, Young Democrats at The University of Arkansas, Zero Hour Arkansas, and NWA Community Hub.
There will be several community partners sharing what they do to help our community and how you can get involved right now.
Event by NWA Community Hub
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 AT 8 AM
Stoby’s Pancake Fundraiser
Join us for a Stoby's Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser benefiting the Arkansas Tech Wesley Foundation Campus Ministry!!
$10 for all you can eat pancake, sausage, and a drink!
Plus you'll be helping students with their training and equipping them to be faithful disciples on campus and in our world!!
Stop by before church, after church, or come volunteer with us!
To purchase a ticket, find a board member or stop by the Wesley anytime or you can pay at the door!
Event by ATU Wesley Foundation
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 FROM 2 PM - 5 PM
Troop 6565 Cookie Booth Sale
City Hall, Ulm, AR
Come stock up on girl scout cookies.
cookies are 6 a box .
Event by Maribeth Floyd
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 FROM 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Speak Up for the Preborn in Arkansas
Family Christian Fellowship
Can you defend life graciously, or do you sometimes speak rashly and give offense? Do you assume all those who call themselves Christians are fully opposed to legal abortion? In a world full of doubt and tough questions about abortion, we must prepare ourselves to “know how we ought to answer each person” (Col. 4:6).
Join United for Life Director John Michener for an interactive apologetics workshop that will train participants to:
• Create gracious and persuasive conversation about abortion in church gatherings, with outsiders, and on social media.
• Make a biblical, moral, biological, and philosophical case for life.
• Answer the toughest arguments of abortion advocates such as, “It’s my body, so it’s my choice” and “I know abortion is wrong, but we can’t tell other people what to do.”
• Share their faith in every conversation about abortion.
Let us help you become effective at speaking up for our preborn neighbors. Dinner to follow.
“From the first minute of class, my students were captivated and engaged… They were being equipped to discern, expose, and discuss false ideas and justifications for abortion. The handouts, videos, images, and stories helped the students get the most out of this critical topic in a short amount of time. Mr. Michener also took time to respectfully answer various questions that were on the minds of my students…” -Phillip Rehrig, philosophy & Bible teacher
Event by Oklahomans United for Life
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 AT 3:30 PM
Troop 7280 Launch Sunday
800 16th St, Russellville, AR
We are launching Trail Life - Troop 7280
- Open House on Sunday, 2/22 at 3:30pm
- Meetings on Sundays at 3:30 after the Open House
- We will ensure frequent outdoor activities
- If you are a dad or adult male interested in helping with skills, mentoring, and shared-leadership, please MESSAGE US immediately. Thanks!
Event by Amazing Grace Fellowship
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 AT 3:30 PM
William Baker Festival Singers Celebrates the Music of Sean Sweeden - Arkansas Tour
Mildred B Cooper Memorial Chapel
Since his appointment as Composer in Residence in 2020, the music of Dr. Sean Sweeden had delighted Festival Singers audiences throughout the nation in concerts, recordings, broadcasts and tours. The William Baker Festival Singers is proud to devote an entire weekend of concerts celebrating the music of Sean Sweeden. This is a FREE concert, but donations will be graciously accepted
Event by William Baker Festival Singers
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 FROM 5 PM - 7 PM
All Arkansas Red 4th & 5th Grade Boys Basketball Tryouts
4th and 5th grade boys tryouts.
Event by Koach E All Red
Sunday, February 22, 2026 / 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Ten Essential Skills in Outdoor Preparedness
Delta Heritage Trail State Park
5539 Hwy 49, Helena-West Helena, AR
Meeting Place: Watson Trailhead, located at 304 Front Street Watson, AR 71674
All Admission: Free
Your journey into the deep Delta landscape begins here. We will meet at the Watson trailhead and caravan a short distance in your vehicle to the Yancopin Trailhead. Then we will discover how to prepare for a hike and useful skills when on a trail. After lunch, you will be able to test your newly acquired skills on a 3-mile guided hike with a park interpreter to the magnificent Yancopin Bridge crossing the Arkansas River. Along the way, we will hike on an easy gravel surface trail through deep Delta forests leading to the bridge. Our journey will continue over the refurbished bridge. This event is ideal for families and organized youth groups.
Registration is required by calling the park (870) 572-2352 by February 20th.
Dress to be outdoors and have footwear you are comfortable hiking in. Bring sunscreen, insect repellent, drinking water and a sack lunch.
Sunday, February 22, 2026 / 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Flintknapping Demonstration
Petit Jean State Park
1285 Petit Jean Mountain Road, Morrilton, AR
Meeting Place: Visitor Center Demonstration Area
All Admission: Free
Ever wonder how ancient Archaic and Mississippian people made stone tools like arrowheads, axes, and knives? Join a park interpreter at the demonstration area to learn about of mankind’s oldest innovations and make connections to our distant past. This program will last about 45 minutes.
Sunday, February 22, 2026 / 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Eagle Watch Cruise
DeGray Lake Resort State Park
2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR
Meeting Place: Marina
Adults: $14
Children ages 6-12: $8
Under 6: Free
Looking for an adventure? Join a park interpreter for a guided eagle-watching cruise on DeGray Lake. We will spend the hour searching for wintering bald eagles, ospreys, loons, herons, grebes, ducks, and more. Bring binoculars if you have some- a limited number of loaners will be available. It will be colder and windier on the lake than it is on land. We strongly suggest you dress in layers --- don’t be afraid to bring too much warm clothing. Reservations can be made beginning noon the day before at the lodge front desk, (501) 865-5851. Stop by the lodge to pay (and use the restroom) before heading to the marina with your receipt. Please arrive at the marina 10-15 minutes early so the boat may depart on time.
Sunday, February 22, 2026 / 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Watercolor by Water’s Edge
Devil's Den State Park
11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR
Meeting Place: Picnic Area C
All Admission: Free
Time for a creek side painting session where water meets color! Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this program is for all skill levels. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early to claim your spot. Feel free to bring your own watercolors set if you have one.
Events by Arkansas State Parks
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