Events for September 26, 2026

Ready for a Saturday trip to 1883, complete with carriage rides and hoecakes with homemade butter? Saturday, September 26, will be Hardy’s 33rd Annual Homesteaders Day. Numerous demonstrators fill Loberg Park to recreate the culture of 1883, the date of Hardy’s founding. Don’t miss the free beans and hotcakes and the beard contest!    

Fish Fest at Mammoth Spring Federal Fish Hatchery. Free fishing for ages 15 and under. 11 am-1 pm.  

Main Street Batesville is excited to announce the return of its highly anticipated Dueling Pianos event, set for September 26 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Citizens Bank Pocket Park. The evening will feature high-energy live entertainment, community connection, and downtown celebration. This year’s event is made possible through the generous support of local sponsors who continue to invest in the vitality and culture of our community.