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Clara Barton Angel of the Battlefield - National Museum of Civil War Medicine Traveling Exhibit
2026-04-14 08:00 - 2026-06-23 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Tech Depot, 209 Hazel St, Newport, AR 72112 · 33 mi, Newport, Arkansas, 72112, United States
April 14-June 23
Clara Barton Angel of the Battlefield
National Museum of Civil War Medicine Traveling Exhibit
Tech Depot, 209 Hazel Street, Newport
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Calico Rock First Saturday March-November onb Main Street
2026-04-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-09 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-16 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Calico Rock Main Street, Main Street - Historical District, Calico Rock, AR, 72519, United States

Batesville Farmers Market
2026-04-18 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-02 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-09 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-16 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-23 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-30 09:00 - 13:00
Starting April 18, the Downtown Batesville Farmers Market returns — bringing organic goodness, local growers, handmade goods, and plenty of sunshine back to Main Street.
Grab your tote bags, Downtowners… market mornings are almost here.

Arkansas Pie Festival
2026-04-25 09:00 - 17:00
The Arkansas Pie Festival will savor this much-loved food by hosting a competition between commercial pie makers, home chefs, and students. Judges and attendees will be able to sample pies of all varieties before crowning a people’s choice and champion baker. Pies will also be displayed and auctioned for charity. In addition to pie tasting, festivalgoers will enjoy a Pie Day 5k, live entertainment, food trucks, pie-eating and throwing contests, shopping at the Arkansas Pie Pop-up Shop, and much more. Please visit the website for a full schedule of events. The Pie Day 5k starts at 9 am, and the Pie Festival begins at 10 am.

Jacksonport State Park Dinner Trial Rescheduled For April 25th
2026-04-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Jacksonport State Park, 111 Avenue Street, Jacksonport, AR, 72112, United States
April 25 at 6:00-9:00 pm Justice in Jacksonport 1886: Murder Trial of A. B. Chambers: James Williams is dead, A.B. Chambers was the last to see him alive. Was it murder or an accident? Only the jury can decide. This trial is based on actual events that occurred in Newport, Arkansas and were tried in the courthouse at Jacksonport in 1886. After enjoying a catered meal, guest will take part in a living history drama re-enacting this case in the same historical courtroom as it would have happened in 1886.
Advance registration is required for this event. The deadline to register is 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 20th. This event is limited to a minimum of 25, and a maximum of 50 participants. This event has full accessibility for visitors with disabilities. Please call the park for more information about accessibility, menu and to register. Cost per person is $35, which includes a catered meal, drink, dessert and re-enactment.

The Main Course
2026-04-30 18:00 - 21:00 | main st batesville ar, 148 East Main Street, batesville, AR, 72501, United States
IT’S HERE, DOWNTOWNERS.

Built from the ground up with MSB’s guidance and the vision of Lyon College Highland Road Marketing students, The Main Course is more than just an event — it’s a hands-on, community-driven experience brought to life right here in Downtown Batesville.

And in true Main Street fashion… this menu will tell a story of its own.
Every course has been curated by a different downtown restaurant, coming together to create one unforgettable meal that represents the very best of our local flavor and community.

Introducing…

THE MAIN COURSE: A Community Street Dinner

Downtown Batesville
April 30, 2026
6:00–9:00 PM

Tickets are officially LIVE:
https://events.ticketleap.com/…/p-o-box…/the-main-course

THE EXPERIENCE

The Main Plate
A full four-course dinner + live music + instructed line dancing + downtown block party vibes under the lights.

The Kids Course
A night made for our youngest Downtowners — kid-friendly meal, yard games, corn hole, and all the fun of the street dinner experience.

Mini Bites
Our tiniest guests (5 & under) join in on the magic with mac & cheese, bounce houses, Big Poppa Bubble entertainment, and plenty of room to play!

This isn’t just dinner…

It’s one long table, one downtown, and one unforgettable night.

Grab your seat.
Bring your people.
Let’s make memories.

Searcy Farmers' Market
2026-05-02 08:00 - 2026-09-19 12:00, 2026-05-09 08:00 - 2026-09-26 12:00, 2026-05-16 08:00 - 2026-10-03 12:00, 2026-05-23 08:00 - 2026-10-10 12:00, 2026-05-30 08:00 - 2026-10-17 12:00 | Downtown Searcy, 200 W. Race St., Searcy, AR, United States
Discover the Searcy Farmers Market in Downtown Searcy, a vibrant local market where farmers, artisans, and small businesses come together each week. Visitors can shop fresh Arkansas produce, handmade goods, baked treats, and seasonal favorites while enjoying a welcoming community atmosphere. Whether you’re exploring downtown Searcy, looking for fresh local food, or wanting to support Arkansas farmers and makers, the Searcy Farmers Market is a must-visit destination.

Tuckerman Hometown Days
2026-05-08 08:00 - 2026-05-09 17:00 | Tuckerman, Main Street, Tuckerman, AR, United States
May 8-9
Tuckerman Hometown Days
Tuckerman City Park
www.facebook.com/tuckermanhometowndays

Hardy Arkansas Music on Main
2026-05-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-30 08:00 - 17:00
Memorial Day-October
Music on Main
Saturdays at 7:00 p.m.
Dr. Thompson Park

Music on Main
2026-05-23 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Dr. Thompson Park
Two nights of Music on Main in Dr. Thompson Park, Saturday and Sunday at 7:00 p.m., acts to be announced.
Season runs weekly through October on Saturdays at 7:00 p.m. in Dr. Thompson Park on the corner of Main St and Johnson St in Hardy, AR.

Spring River Farmers Market
2026-05-30 09:00 - 11:30
The Spring River Farmers Market runs on Saturdays from Memorial Day Weekend to the last Saturday in July at the Cherokee Village Town Center from 9:00 to 11:30 am. You will find local and regionally grown foods, baked goods, hand-made crafts, and artisan items

Jackson County Community Theater
2026-06-05 08:00 - 17:00
June 5, 7, 12, 14
Jackson County Community Theater
Bye Bye Birdie
ASU-Newport
www.facebook.com/JacksonCoTheatre
