Events in Jonesboro, AR

The Annual Bluff City Blues Ride takes place in Memphis, Tennessee.

At Legacy Athletics, kids ages 5 to 12 can enjoy a Halloween-themed evening filled with games, bounce houses, and gym activities, plus a spooky, kid-appropriate movie. Popcorn will be available. Admission is $20 per child with preregistration or $25 at the door. Space is limited.

Play! Pokemon League kicks off with an opening session focused on welcoming participants. The beginning of the event is set aside for player registration so organizers can add participants for attendance tracking, followed by matches once signups are complete. Because this is the first league meeting, check-in may take a bit longer than usual.

Gamers' Haven LLC in Jonesboro hosts a sealed prerelease where each player builds a minimum 40 card deck from a prerelease kit containing six packs. Decks are not restricted to two colors and may include any number of copies of a single card. The event runs for three rounds, each played best of three with a 60 minute time limit. Every participant receives two packs at the end.

Set out on a three mile round trip guided walk along the Skyline Trail with a park naturalist. Expect frequent pauses to observe native plants, learn about the area’s history, and look for signs of wildlife along the route. The hike is considered easy and stays on the trail, though some sections may be wet or uneven. Participants may bring binoculars if they have them.

Each week, the Arkansas State Football Coaches radio show delivers updates from Coach Butch Jones along with opportunities to meet Red Wolves football players. Expect a relaxed setting where attendees can hang out, enjoy something to eat, and catch the latest team news in Jonesboro.

Discover deals, handmade goods, and tasty bites at a community yard sale and vendor event at the Jonesboro Human Development Center, organized by the Jonesboro Human Development Center Employee Relations Committee. Browse area sellers, hunt for one-of-a-kind treasures, and enjoy food in one convenient spot. Whether you are bargain hunting or planning a casual outing with family and friends, this gathering offers a wide range of options for every interest. Support the community while you shop from local vendors.

The inaugural Miss Dreamcatcher pageant raises funds for Backpack Full of Dreams. Proceeds help this fund provide access for homeless children to summer camps and programs. Registration is available.

Fall Fest at Let's Roll Paragould features a car meet where attendees showcase their vehicles, an ice cream truck with sweet treats, and shopping with local vendors for a relaxed autumn outing. Vendor booths are free, with limited availability.

Open to the community, this fish fry features catfish, hush puppies, and all the fixings. It is an opportunity to come together over a shared meal.

Coin Goblin hosts a sensory-friendly evening where the usual games are available in a calmer setting. Sound is kept low, lighting is gentler, and crowds are smaller to create a more comfortable space. It is designed for guests with sensory sensitivities and for anyone who prefers a quieter experience. This event takes place on the last Monday of each month.

Daddy Daughter Date Night at Chick-fil-A Turtle Creek is a dedicated evening for fathers and their daughters to spend time together. Reservations are required through Eventbrite, with two reservation windows available. Space is limited, so booking in advance is necessary.

KASU presents Bluegrass Monday featuring performances by Bays Mountain Cut-Ups, Edgar Loudermilk Band, Williamson Branch with a Christmas concert, Monroe Crossing, Headin’ Home, Breaking Grass, and Nathan Stanley and Constant Sorrow. Admission is $10 for adults, and kids are admitted free.

This is an open, relaxed networking series for Arkansas' music community. Musicians, producers, songwriters, venue owners, photographers, podcasters, promoters, and supporters of local music can connect, share ideas, and explore collaborations. All experience levels are welcome from every corner of the state's music ecosystem. The focus is on building relationships, inspiring creativity, and celebrating the talent that defines Arkansas music. Admission is free with RSVP.

Celebrate Halloween with a flash event spread over two days, featuring designs starting at $40. Choose from hundreds of options, with some posted and many more available in the shop.

DragOWeen Drag Show, presented by Stevie Squared, features Halloween themed drag entertainment. Stevie Presley and Stevie Quinn Larain host the event. Costumes are welcome, and parking is free. Tickets are $10 and currently on sale. Additional performers may be announced upon confirmation.

Hosted by the St. Bernards Foundation, this Volunteer Interest Meeting offers an overview of ways to support St. Bernards through service. Participants can learn about available roles, ask questions, and explore opportunities that match their skills and interests. The session aims to inform and inspire those who want to make a positive impact in the community through volunteering.

Drag Drive Repeat brings Short Circuit 2026, presented by Deatschwerks, to the storied George Ray’s Wildcat Dragstrip for an eighth mile showcase of racing and road action. The format blends on-track competition with a roughly 100 mile drive, then a return to the strip for more racing. A field of 100 cars is planned, and George Ray’s will also run an Outlaw Small Tire race. Six classes will compete over the eighth mile, including You VS You, Tailgate, 6.50 Index, Stick Shift, Power Adder, and All Motor. An invite-only, 32 car heads-up drag-and-drive feature inspired by Back to the Streets rounds out the card. Racer entry is limited.

Stand-up takes the spotlight at The Cotton Club in downtown Jonesboro as Layton Osu Flatt arrives from Stillwater, Oklahoma, with feature act Levi Light from Springfield, Missouri, and Aerin Ellis traveling in from Memphis, Tennessee, all as part of the B.A.M. Comedy Show. The show is hosted by Jonesboro comedian Bryce Moore. Admission is $10.

The 4th annual 901 Hot Wing Festival brings the heat to Grind City Brewing Company in downtown Memphis. Twenty teams will be cooking and serving their best hot wings while competing for top honors. Guests can sample entries by making a donation and then help choose a winner through a People’s Choice vote. Entry is free, and all tasting donations go directly to the Memphis Child Advocacy Center.

The Red Clay Strays, Muscadine Bloodline, and Brent Cobb share the stage for a live concert at First National Bank Arena in Jonesboro, Arkansas. This multi-artist bill brings all three acts together in an arena setting, featuring performances from each artist on the same stage.

Celebrate three decades of this community run at the 30th Annual Hytrol Industrial Park 5K/10K. Choose between a 5K or 10K course through Hytrol Industrial Park, with options that welcome both competitive runners and casual walkers. Every participant receives a finisher medal, complimentary massages are available before and after the race, and the first 150 registrants receive a swag bag. All proceeds benefit the Jonesboro Church Health Center, supporting affordable healthcare for community members in need.

Enjoy a show featuring Chad Garrett with friends, a group well loved in Paragould. Admission is $15 per person, payable at the door.

At St. Bernards Auditorium, Baby State offers a free, drop-in opportunity for growing families to explore the full range of support available from St. Bernards. The Women and Children's team will be on hand to answer questions and share helpful resources. Attendees can look forward to door prizes and guidance from experts across every area of care, including lactation consultants, information on pain management options, car seat and sleep safety, health and wellness tips, infant care education, and specialty baby vendors, with more to discover.

Lit'l Bita Christmas is hosted at First National Bank Arena ASU in Jonesboro, AR. RazorSharpWood crafts wooden puzzles, nativity scenes, crosses, jewelry, and inlaid boxes in the Ozarks. Each piece is made by Michael Sharp and his wife, Joyce, who are members of the Arkansas Craft Guild.

Williamson Branch brings a festive Christmas concert to the KASU Bluegrass Monday series. Admission is $10 for adults, and kids get in free.

Marking its 24th year, the region’s biggest fundraising event brings thousands of participants from across the country together to benefit the programs of NEA Baptist Charitable Foundation. It opens with a banquet at First National Bank Arena featuring dinner, raffles, and both silent and live auctions, then moves into a competitive team duck hunt. Sponsorship opportunities and banquet tickets are available to support the cause.

Learn to craft seasonal self care treats in a hands-on workshop led by Crystal Morgan-Oldham, a massage therapy instructor, certified aromatherapist, manual lymphatic drainage post surgical specialist, and holistic wellness coach. Participants will blend and bottle foaming hand soap and whip up indulgent body scrubs, choosing from festive scents, colors, and packaging to personalize each item. Techniques rely on simple, natural ingredients that are easy to replicate at home, and everyone leaves with two finished creations packaged for gifting or for a little pampering at home. The experience includes a project kit, all supplies, and clear step-by-step guidance, plus holiday refreshments and a friendly, upbeat atmosphere. It is a great fit for anyone who enjoys DIY projects, thoughtful gifts, and self care. Cost is $55. To reserve a spot, text Crystal at 870-212-1239 with your name and the class. A $25 deposit is required to hold your seat, payable through Cash App, Venmo, or PayPal. The remaining balance is due before the workshop begins. All materials and refreshments are provided.