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Festivals

Little Rock and central Arkansas are the main hub of entertainment, arts, culture, and event offerings in the state. With the beautiful Arkansas climate and our signature Southern hospitality, there’s fun to be had year-round. From winter festivals celebrating cultures and cuisines from around the world to summer outdoor music festivals, springtime parades of pooches and party-goers (including our own spin on Mardi Gras) to the fall state fair and a food championship you didn’t know you needed in your life until now, you’ll find four seasons of fun right here.

It’s not all outdoor events though, enjoy top Broadway shows like Hamilton, The Lion King, Wicked, as well as car shows, sporting events, a wonderfully diverse and eclectic concert scene, art exhibits – it’s all here to explore and enjoy with a charm and atmosphere that makes you a local in no time flat.

Arkansas Events and Festivals

  • Little Rock Marathon

  • World Cheese Dip Championship

  • Six Bridges Book Festival

  • Main Street Food Truck Festival

  • Arkansas State Fair

  • Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival

  • Toad Suck Daze

  • LANTERNS! at Wildwood Park for the Arts

  • Big Dam Bridge 100 Cycling Race

  • Hope Watermelon Festival

  • King Biscuit Blues Festival

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