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The Arkansas South is recognized for many distinctive characteristics, but maybe nothing in this region is as well known as its world famous events and festivals. Only in the Arkansas South can you find racing armadillos and high-diving pigs; experience turkey calling, hunting-horn blowing and tomato eating contests; savor the flavors of World Championship Steak and National Chili cook-offs; and even witness a notorious downtown gunfight and civil war reenactments. From spring fairs to summer carnivals, fall festivals to winter holiday celebrations, no matter what time of year you visit the Arkansas South, you're sure to discover events and festivals you'll never forget and will want to come back to year after year. Events and Festivals by Month
Monthly Highlights of Events and FestivalsCamden, Crossett, Hamburg, Hampton and Fordyce have lighting displays all season long and a Christmas parade. El Dorado has been recognized for excellence by Main Street Arkansas and the city's Christmas festivities also include a parade. During the holidays, the Christmas lights on the Union County Courthouse in El Dorado, viaduct and buildings lend classic elegance to a wonderful time of the year to be enjoyed by all. Holiday decorating follows traditional red and green lights as displayed throughout the City and glowing with holiday cheer. Magnolia lights up the Columbia County Courthouse and square as well as Warren lighting up the Bradley County Courthouse and square; you may just want to drive through the area viewing the many beautiful lighted homes. In Magnolia there is a beautiful Christmas Parade that ends with a party, caroling and lighting ceremony at Southern Arkansas University. Camden EventsBPW Barn Sale - Arts and crafts, antique automobiles, and great BBQ abound each year on the last Saturday in September at the BPW Barn Sale and Antique & Classic Car Show and The Great Camden BBQ Cookoff. Held annually since 1968, Barn Sale has developed into south Arkansas' largest arts and crafts show. Craftsmen and artists from five states exhibit their artistry in over 160 booths. Homemade foods, western bands, bluegrass groups, and gospel singers delight the crowds. Held on Oakland Farm around the historic Tate Barn, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Free Admission. For more information, call (870) 836-6426. Camden Daffodil Festival - Held second weekend in March, festival happenings include daffodil garden tours which includes magnificant Japanese Garden and acres and acres of beautiful daffodils, historic home tours, historic Confederate Cemetery Walk, Civil War re-enactors camped on the banks of the Ouachita River, arts and crafts vendors, children's activities, live music, and topped off on Saturday night with the Annual Steak Cook-Off. For more information call (870) 836-6426 or visit www.camdenfestival.com. Annual Wild Turkey Calling Contest, Camden - an event held in conjunction with the Daffodil Festival and sanctioned by the National Wild Turkey Federation.
Crossett EventsBluegrass Festival - Crossett Harbor RV Park, second weekend of May. For more information, call (870) 364-6426. Buddy Bass Tournament, Crossett - Fish for cash and prizes valued up to $10,000 on the first Saturday in June. For more information, call (870) 364-6591. Annual Crossett PRCA Rodeo - Come enjoy roping, riding, bucking broncos - the works - at Crossett the second Wednesday of August through Saturday. For more information, call (870) 364-6591. Wiggins Cabin Festival, Crossett - Arts and crafts, fun, food, entertainment and juried exhibitors first Saturday in October at the Crossett City Park. Admission is free, with tours of the Crossett "Company House." For more information, call (870) 364-6591 El Dorado Events
El Dorado MusicFest - The 17th annual celebration in historic Downtown El Dorado. Music including pop, rock, blues, and country with special guest stars. Food, family activities, arts & crafts, a kids world, 5K run, a myriad of exhibits and lots of good music. The first weekend in October. For more information go to www.musicfesteldorado.com.
Fantastic Fourth Celebration - Held in El Dorado during Fourth of July week, includes arts and crafts, 5K run, antique car show, kiddie fun run, games and food - ending with spectacular fireworks. For more information, call (870) 863-6113. Mayhaw Festival, El Dorado - 1st Saturday in May. Celebration of the mayhaw berry from jelly to great food, Dutch oven cook-off, antiques and entertainment. For information on all events in the El Dorado area go to www.GoElDorado.com or www.MainStreetElDorado.org. Emerson EventsEmerson Purple Hull Pea Festival - Held the last Saturday in June. The World Championship Rotary Tiller Race is the headline event, also includes amusement rides, entertainment, arts and crafts, children's activities and good things to eat and drink. For more information, call (870) 547-2707 or visit www.purplehull.com.
Fordyce EventsFordyce Harvest Jamboree and Craft Show - Fourth weekend in October. BBQ cook-off, live entertainment, kid's korner, street dance, pet look-alike contest and juried craft show. For more information, call (870)352-2198 or (870) 352-3505. Fordyce on the Cotton Belt Festival - Fourth weekend in April. Parade, arts and crafts, food, 5K run, rodeo, model trains, antique cars and the Redbug Reunion Rally. Free train rides and entertainment. For more information, call (870) 375-5125. Fountain Hill EventsFrontier Days, Fountain Hill - Third Saturday of October, buggy rides, quilt shows, antique cars, arts and crafts, street dance, children's activities and music all day. For more information, call (870) 835-5578.
Hamburg EventsWorld-Famous Armadillo Festival - On the square in downtown Hamburg the first weekend in May, includes food, armadillo races, entertainment and a children's corner. For more information, call (870) 853-8345. Or visit us at www.armadillofestival.com. For more information on events in Hamburg go to www.HamburgAreaChamber.org.
Hampton EventsHogskin Holidays, Hampton - Second week- end in April. Activities include a pork cookoff, racing and driving pigs, parade, arts and crafts show, local entertainment. For more information, write to P.O. Box 99, Hampton, Ar.71744, or call (870) 798-2100. You can also visit us at http://www.hogskin-holidays.com. Junction City EventsArkLa Fest, Junction City - A festival of unity - "best of both states" - held the weekend after Labor Day.
Magnolia EventsMagnolia Blossom FestivalT - Featured in Southern Living magazine and an American Business Association Top 100 Event. Held in downtown Magnolia the third week in May. Sidewalk Art Show, live entertainment, crafts, antique car show, 5K run, chicken supper and World Championship Steak Cook-offT. For more information call (800) 482-3330. or visit us at www.blossomfestival.org, or at www.magnoliachamber.com. Smackover EventsOil Town Festival, Smackover - Over 25 events, live entertainment, great food, arts and crafts, and a 5K "Oil Run." Held second week in June. For more information, call (870) 725-3521.
Warren EventsAnnual Pink Tomato Festival - At Warren the second full weekend of June, includes parades, a Miss Pink Tomato pageant, tomato-eating contests and a tomato luncheon. For more information, call (870) 226-5225 or visit www.bradleypinktomato.bradleychamber.com. Buck Fever Festival - Held at Banks the second weekend in November to kick off the white-tailed deer season. Activities include musical entertainment, arts and crafts, children's fun, dances and lots of good food. For more information call (870) 465-2217 For more information contact the Bradley Chamber of Commerce at www.bradleychamber.com Events and Festivals Contact Information:
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