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You Won’t Want to Miss the Viking Festival in Arkansas This February

Calling all fairies, ghouls, pirates, or fearless knights! This February, channel your inner Viking at this unique Viking festival in Arkansas.

by Melanie Johnson
on Jan 13
Viking Festival in Arkansas showing two characters dressed up in traditional Viking clothing blowing fire while one holds a torch
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Your Ultimate Guide to Fall Attractions and Activities in Arkansas

by Melanie Johnson
on Sep 10
Rock outcropping with stunning views of fall colors.
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We Can’t Wait to Attend Arkansas’ Most Charming Harvest Festival This Fall

by Melanie Johnson
on Sep 10
Two women admire colorful quilts displayed in a vibrant quilt show, surrounded by various intricate designs.
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Here Are The 7 Best Fourth Of July Fireworks In Arkansas

by Melanie Johnson
on Jun 25
A crowd enjoys a concert under a large tent as colorful fireworks light up the night sky.
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Go Camping And Mining For Crystals At This Solar Eclipse Festival In Arkansas

by Melanie Johnson
on Mar 4
A scenic view of a quarry surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills under a cloudy sky.

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The One-of-A-Kind Arkansas Chocolate Festival Is The Sweetest Thing You’ll Ever Do

by Melanie Johnson
on Feb 28
A vibrant display of assorted chocolates and candies at a market stall, with customers browsing the selection.
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This Incredible Kite Festival In Arkansas Is A Must-See

by Melanie Johnson
on Feb 22
A vibrant outdoor scene with people flying colorful kites on a sunny day, surrounded by green grass and trees.
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With More Than 10 Different Attractions, This Small Town Festival In Arkansas Is A Must-Visit

by Melanie Johnson
on Nov 17
A person in an apron adds pecans to a pie crust while a child watches attentively.
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7 Christmas Light Displays in Arkansas That Are Pure Holiday Magic

If you've searched for "Christmas lights near me," then check out our picks for the best Christmas lights in Arkansas. They're pure magic!

by Melanie Johnson
on Nov 8
Drive through holiday lights
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The 7 Best Fall Festivals in Arkansas for 2025 Will Put You in the Autumnal Spirit

From pumpkin patches to chili cook-offs, and more, these are the best things to do in Arkansas for an epic autumn season.

by Melanie Johnson
on Sep 21
A vintage tractor decorated with pumpkins for a fall festival.
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The Small-Town Harvest Festival In Arkansas Belongs On Your Autumn Bucket List

Celebrate the fall season at the 44th annual Frontier Day Festival in Paris, Arkansas, featuring historic reenactments, pageants, and family-friendly activities.

by Melanie Johnson
on Sep 8
A horse-drawn carriage with passengers parked near a red building surrounded by trees on a sunny day.
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Jump Back To The Jurassic Era At This Unique Dinosaur Event In Arkansas

Jurassic Quest, featuring life-size animatronic dinosaurs, is coming to Little Rock this September for a unique family-friendly event.

by Melanie Johnson
on Aug 16
A vibrant jungle scene featuring various dinosaurs with the text "Jurassic Quest" prominently displayed.
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This Princess-Themed Party Palace In Arkansas Is A Magical Place To Enjoy

Princess Party Palace in Springdale, Arkansas offers enchanting princess-themed parties featuring beloved fairytale characters.

by Melanie Johnson
on Aug 7
Two women in princess costumes stand beside a pink sign that reads "Princess Party Palace," against a brick wall.
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This Chicken-Themed Festival In Arkansas Has Been Going Strong Since 1948

The Mt. Nebo Chicken Fry Festival in Arkansas is a longstanding, family-friendly event featuring chicken-themed activities, live entertainment, and delicious food.

by Melanie Johnson
on Jul 17
A bustling fair entrance with a "Mt. Nebo Chicken" sign, surrounded by people in vintage clothing and trees.
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The Water Lantern Festival In Arkansas That’s A Night Of Pure Magic

The Water Lantern Festival in Arkansas is a magical event promoting harmony, unity, and love through the release of lanterns on water.

by Melanie Johnson
on Jul 14
Floating lanterns illuminate a calm lake at dusk, reflecting warm light on the water's surface.
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There’s A Groovy Music Festival In Arkansas And It’s Just As Wacky And Wonderful As It Sounds

Byrdfest 27 is a vibrant music festival in Arkansas featuring tributes to iconic bands, artistic performances, and camping at Byrd Adventure Center.

by Melanie Johnson
on Jun 22
A lively band performs on stage with colorful lights, while an engaged audience watches from below.
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The Tiny Arkansas Town That Transforms Into A Watermelon Wonderland Each Year

Cave City, Arkansas hosts an annual Watermelon Festival known for its sweet watermelons and family-friendly activities.

by Carol Ann Carson
on Jun 11
Sign welcoming visitors to Cave City, known for its sweet watermelons, with a watermelon graphic.
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The Blueberry Festival In Arkansas Where You’ll Have Loads Of Delicious Fun

Berry Fest Bentonville 2024 is a family-friendly blueberry festival in Arkansas featuring u-pick blueberries, live music, and delicious treats.

by Melanie Johnson
on May 7
Children dance in a grassy field while a band performs on stage, with a vintage blue truck in the background.
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The Springtime Jonquil Festival In Arkansas That’s Unlike Any Other

Celebrate spring at the 56th Annual Jonquil Festival in Historic Washington State Park, Arkansas, featuring flowers, music, food, and family-friendly activities.

by Melanie Johnson
on Feb 23
A woman in a red dress sits among yellow daffodils in front of a historic house on a sunny day.
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Every Spring, Thousands Flock To This Arkansas Town For The World Championship Toad Races

The Toad Suck Daze Festival in Conway, Arkansas, features unique toad races and attracts over 150,000 visitors annually.

by Melanie Johnson
on Feb 24
Colorful street mural for Toad Suck Daze festival, with vendors and people enjoying a sunny day in the background.
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The Arkansas Wye Mountain Daffodil Festival Will Have Over 7 Acres In Bloom This Spring

by Melanie Johnson
on Feb 1
A field of yellow flowers with people walking among them, surrounded by trees in a sunny outdoor setting.
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Marvel At Over 100,000 Twinkling Lights At Arkansas’ Most Magical Light Festival This Winter

Harding University in Arkansas hosts a magical light festival each holiday season, transforming its campus into an enchanting wonderland.

by Melanie Johnson
on Dec 13
A park illuminated with hanging lights, surrounded by trees and a crowd of people enjoying the festive atmosphere at night.
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At 54-Feet, This Is One Of The Tallest Christmas Trees In Arkansas And It Looks As Magical As It Sounds

Conway's 54-foot Christmas tree and festive events offer a magical holiday experience for families in Arkansas.

by Melanie Johnson
on Dec 8
A brightly lit Christmas tree and a colorful Ferris wheel at night, with festive lights illuminating the scene.
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The Christmas Winter Wonderland In Arkansas That Will Enchant You Beyond Words

by Melanie Johnson
on Dec 8
A festive indoor scene with a large Christmas tree, decorations, and a train ride, featuring Santa and snowy displays.
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There Is An Entire Christmas Village In Arkansas And It’s Absolutely Delightful

The Stewart Family Christmas Lights in Fayetteville, Arkansas, is a spectacular holiday display featuring millions of lights, hundreds of inflatables, and festive rides.

by Daniella DiRienzo
on Oct 18
A festive display of colorful holiday lights illuminating trees and pathways, with people walking through the scene.
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There’s A Chinese Lantern Festival In Arkansas And It’s Downright Magical

GloWild is a magical Chinese lantern festival held at the Little Rock Zoo in Arkansas during winter.

by Melanie Johnson
on Dec 2
Colorful illuminated lanterns shaped like flowers and mushrooms, glowing in a dark garden setting.
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The Christmas Village In Arkansas That Becomes Even More Magical Year After Year

Christmas in the Hollow at Pumpkin Hollow in Arkansas offers a magical holiday experience with festive activities and enchanting light displays.

by Melanie Johnson
on Dec 1
A colorful light tunnel arches over a dirt path, leading to a serene water view at night.
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Finney’s Christmas Wonderland, An Arkansas Christmas Display Has Been Named Among The Most Beautiful In The World

Finney Christmas Wonderland in Crossett, Arkansas, is a spectacular holiday light display that has been enchanting visitors for over 35 years.

by Melanie Johnson
on Nov 17
A festive display of colorful Christmas lights, trees, and decorations, creating a magical holiday atmosphere at night.
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Experience Pure Holiday Magic at This Downtown Square in Arkansas

Discover Lights of the Ozarks in the Historic Downtown Square in Fayetteville, Arkansas. It's pure holiday magic!

by Carol Ann Carson
on Oct 22
A happy little girl is glaring at sparkling Christmas lights at a festival in a town square.
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11 Christmas Light Displays In Arkansas That Are Pure Magic

Discover the best Christmas light displays in Arkansas, featuring magical and award-winning holiday celebrations.

by J.B. VanDyke
on Oct 27
A festive display of colorful holiday lights on trees and buildings at the "Lights of the Ozarks" event at night.
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The World’s Largest Duck-Themed Festival Happens Right Here In Arkansas And You Don’t Want To Miss It

The Wings Over the Prairie Festival in Stuttgart, Arkansas, features the World’s Championship Duck Calling Contest, a Duck Gumbo Cook-Off, and various entertainment activities.

by Melanie Johnson
on Oct 26
A busy outdoor event with people in camouflage, vendors, and dogs, set on a street with flags and tents.
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This Dinosaur-Themed Christmas Lights Display In Arkansas Will Make Your Holiday Season Magical

Dino Lites 2023 at the Mid-America Science Museum in Hot Springs, Arkansas, combines festive Christmas lights with dinosaur-themed displays, creating a unique holiday experience.

by Daniella DiRienzo
on Oct 18
A dinosaur statue wearing a hat, surrounded by festive lights and a small Christmas tree.
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7 Halloween Towns In Arkansas That Will Terrify And Delight You In The Best Way Possible

Discover the top seven towns in Arkansas with the best Halloween celebrations, featuring events like zombie walks, haunted trains, and trick-or-treating.

by Melanie Johnson
on Oct 14
A whimsical scarecrow figure holding a drum, set against a nighttime backdrop of colorful lights.
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This Is The Absolute Best Town In Arkansas To Visit During The Halloween Season

Batesville, Arkansas, is the best town to visit for Halloween festivities, offering a variety of activities for all ages.

by Melanie Johnson
on Oct 12
A spooky house decorated for Halloween, featuring a large spider web and eerie lighting.
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6 Drive-Thru Christmas Lights Displays in Arkansas The Whole Family Can Enjoy

Discover the best Christmas light displays in Arkansas, featuring millions of twinkling lights and festive activities.

by Carol Ann Carson
on Nov 11
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Every Fall, This Small Town in Arkansas Holds the Most Authentic Scottish Festival in America

Come and celebrate the rich Celtic culture at Arkansas's annual ScotsFest! This incredible fall festival has earned national attention.

by Melanie Johnson
on Sep 21
A group of bagpipers in traditional Scottish attire at ScotsFest, the best fall festival in Arkansas.
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This Outdoor Alice In Wonderland Themed Escape Event In Arkansas Is As Amazing As It Sounds

Fort Smith will host a one-day Alice in Wonderland-themed escape event where participants solve puzzles to free Alice.

by Melanie Johnson
on Oct 7
A woman dressed as the Queen of Hearts stands with two girls in costume, smiling on a city street during a festival.
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The Annual World Cheese Dip Competition In Arkansas Will Leave You Happy And Full

Little Rock hosts the 11th Annual World Cheese Dip Competition, offering unlimited cheese dip samples, family-friendly activities, and vegan options.

by Melanie Johnson
on Oct 5
Two women at a festival, one wearing a large cheese hat, both enjoying cheese samples from containers.
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The Russellville Downtown Fall Festival and Chili Cook-Off In Arkansas Where You’ll Have Loads Of Delicious Fun

The 30th Annual Downtown Fall Festival and Chili Cook-Off in Russellville, Arkansas, offers a day of family-friendly activities, food, and entertainment.

by Melanie Johnson
on Sep 23
A bustling street fair with crowds, tents, and colorful balloons under a clear blue sky.
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There’s A Quirky Goat Festival Happening In Arkansas And You’ll Absolutely Want To Go

by Melanie Johnson
on Sep 13
A goat in a festive outfit stands on straw, surrounded by people at an outdoor event.
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If There’s One Fall Festival You Attend In Arkansas, Make It The Hot Springs Renaissance Faire

by Melanie Johnson
on Sep 1
A woman in a colorful costume poses with a large dinosaur puppet, both looking surprised at each other.
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A Zombie Themed Festival Is Coming To Arkansas And It’s Pure Magic

by Melanie Johnson
on Sep 1
A crowd of people in zombie costumes walking down a street during a Halloween event, with colorful outfits and makeup.
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The Arkansas Mountains Music And Motorcycles Festival Will Be Back For Its 18th Year Of Fun And Festivities

The 18th annual Mountains Music and Motorcycles festival in Mountain View, Arkansas, offers a weekend of music, food, and motorcycle events for all ages.

by Melanie Johnson
on Jul 29
A row of parked motorcycles along a tree-lined street, showcasing various models and colors.
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The Upcoming Hope Watermelon Festival Celebrates The Very Essence Of Arkansas, So Save The Date

The Hope Watermelon Festival in Arkansas offers family-friendly activities, food, and entertainment, celebrating the essence of Arkansas.

by Melanie Johnson
on Jul 22
Participants compete in a watermelon-eating contest on stage, with a large watermelon in front of them.
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The Sky Will Be Filled With Colorful And Creative Hot Air Balloons At This Celebration In The Sky Festival In Arkansas

The 27th Annual Arkansas Hot Air Balloon State Championship in Harrison offers a family-friendly event with colorful hot air balloons, live entertainment, and various activities.

by Melanie Johnson
on Apr 17
Two colorful hot air balloons in the sky, one green and yellow with "Arkansas" text, the other black and red.