Events in Russellville, AR

The Friends of Hattieville host a monthly music night. Attendees can bring an instrument and take part, or simply relax and enjoy the tunes. Everyone is welcome.

Celebrate fair week with a family-friendly car show at the Yell County Fair. Browse classic cars on display and enjoy a pancake breakfast while you take in the sights.

Boujee Barn marks its second anniversary with a day of shopping, giveaways, specials, and more. Additional details, vendor information, and event updates will be shared as the event nears.

An open Queen and Clown contest for residents of Perry County and neighboring counties. Participation is limited to those who live within these areas.

Once Were Young performs on the Brookstock stage, featuring turn-of-the-century, radio-friendly alternative rock with songs from bands like Foo Fighters, Jimmy Eat World, Linkin Park, The Killers, Muse, Incubus, Weezer, and The Goo Goo Dolls. Guests can bring a chair and an ice chest with their favorite beverages to enjoy live music alongside the natural setting. Camping is available for $10 per camper or tent, and a hot shower will be open for use after the show. No driving is allowed inside the venue once people have arrived, so campers should plan to have vehicles inside the gate ahead of time. Gates open for campers before other guests. Onsite amenities include real bathrooms. Policies in effect include no pets, no drugs, and no weapons. Admission is $10 at the gate and the event is for ages 21 and up.

Experience a four-rodeo buckle series where participants must compete in at least two events to be eligible for awards. There is no gate charge and no membership requirement. Every participant must sign a waiver, and those under 18 need an adult signature. Registration takes place on the day of the rodeo, and concessions will be available from CND. The program features poles, breakaway roping, chute dogging, mutton bustin, calf riding, steer riding, barrels, and team roping. Age divisions are PeeWee for ages 11 and under, Junior for ages 11 to 15, and Open for ages 16 and up. A $20 stock fee applies per person for events that use calves or steers, and team roping is $20 total per run. For safety, PeeWee calf riders and Junior steer riders must wear a helmet and vest. The day moves in this order, starting with poles, then breakaway roping, chute dogging, and mutton bustin, followed by PeeWee calf riding and Junior steer riding. After a lunch break there is a Cowboy Church Service and a Grand Entry, then barrels and team roping close out the action.

Learn the skills to go solo with a six hour ground school that follows a first tandem jump. The class covers equipment, emergency procedures, gearing up, aircraft exits, and more. Bringing food or snacks is recommended. On a later day that fits your schedule, review what you learned, study an aerial map, make a plan with an instructor, and then take to the sky with instructor support. Two training paths are available. Instructor Assisted Deployment is $110 per jump and begins around 5,000 feet while holding the wing strut, then advances to 10,500 feet as your abilities grow. A one way radio is used for the first three to five skydives. Accelerated Free Fall is $225 per jump and starts at 10,500 feet with two AFF instructors holding on as you complete assigned actions during each exit. After three to five skydives, you move to a single side instructor, with a one way radio used for the first three to five skydives. If AFF was started recently elsewhere, you can continue with one instructor at $185 per skydive with proof in a logbook, typically for three to five jumps. After completing IAD or AFF requirements, continue with coach jumps at $95 per jump, where a licensed skydiver exits with you to advance your skills and knowledge. Recurrency is available for those who have been grounded. The next milestone is the A License. Cash and credit cards are accepted.

A relaxed reunion welcomes employees of Crompton Arkansas Mills, along with their families and friends, at the Old Depot Museum in Downtown Morrilton. This free, come-as-you-are gathering offers time to reconnect and share memories from the mill community. The event is sponsored by the Conway County Historical Museum, and updates will be shared on Remember Morrilton.

Brookstock Outside Music Festival brings four days of live music to Brookstock Events, featuring a packed lineup and an affordable, bring-your-own-beverages format. Acts on the bill include John Corabi & Friends, Them Dirty Roses, Jeffrey Nothing, the singer and founder of Mushroomhead, Smile Empty Soul, Rehab, Tantric, The Four Horseman, Small Town Titans, Revis, The Lonely Ones, Shallow Side, T.R.O.Y, 3 Years Hollow, and more, all presented as one of Arkansas’s major parties. Day passes and weekend passes are available. Camping is offered with a 4-day festival pass, and everyone camping must also have a 4-day event ticket. Festival tickets are handled through Eventbrite, while campsite reservations are managed through a separate camping link. This outdoor event happens rain or shine. Attendees may bring a lawn chair, a canopy, and an ice chest with their preferred beverages. The festival is in a dry county, so plan beverage needs in advance. Food vendors will be on site, with at least one serving breakfast. Smoking is allowed only with proper disposal of cigarette butts into cans or bottles before placing them in the trash. Please do not bring pets, drugs, or weapons. Ages 12 and up.

Autumn Daze celebrates the season with a two-day countywide festival featuring live entertainment, local vendors, activities for all ages, and plenty of great food. Festivities start at The Levee with outdoor family fun and live music, then continue with a Craft Fair and additional performances, alongside the City of Clarksville’s Grill Wars at the Johnson County Fairgrounds. Further details, schedules, and registration information will be announced as they are confirmed, offering a welcoming weekend of community and autumn fun.

A celebration of Hispanic heritage in the River Valley features tasty food, live performances, plenty of music and dancing, and local vendors. Suitable for all ages, this festive event highlights culture, community, and memory making.

Part of the Johnson County Chamber of Commerce 2026 Concert Series in Clarksville, this event features Shaw Revolver, a family group that blends modern folk and rock with soulful storytelling. Their performances showcase tight vocal harmonies and an upbeat, crowd-energizing sound that fosters a strong connection between the stage and the audience. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for comfortable seating.

Explore a vibrant marketplace featuring more than 45 local crafters, vendors, and small businesses, with free admission. This community-focused shopping event supports local makers and entrepreneurs and also serves as a fundraiser for River Valley Toys For Tots.

Spend a restorative weekend at Camp Caudle centered on connection and empowerment. This women’s retreat offers a chance to step away from daily pressures, recharge, have fun, and build new friendships. The registration fee includes camp style lodging in a shared cabin with bunk beds, private bathrooms with individual showers, all meals prepared by a chef along with snacks, and access to all planned activities. Each registered participant will receive a welcome bag with curated items.

Enjoy a series of free, family-friendly outdoor movies at The Levee in Downtown Clarksville. Spread out with chairs, blankets, and your favorite snacks while films play under the night sky. Admission is free and the event is open to all. Featured titles include Dora & The Lost City of Gold, Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Coco, and The Goonies. This series is presented in partnership with the Johnson County Public Library.

Foodstock 2026 brings the River Valley community together at Russellville Downtown Depot Park for an evening filled with live music, local food and drinks, and games, all supporting efforts to address childhood hunger in the area. Details on bands, vendors, and sponsors will be announced soon.

Returning to the neighborhood bar for another performance.

The 3rd Annual Save the Pumpkins Tournament welcomes women golfers to Galla Creek Golf Course and Country Club for a two-person team scramble. Entry is $60 per player or $120 per team, with optional mulligans available for $20. Registration includes a mimosa bar, and the round gets underway with a shotgun start. Lunch is provided, and a portion of the proceeds benefits the Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation.

The Brookstock stage in Dover welcomes a high-energy night of live music headlined by Jesse Kramer, known from television appearances on America’s Got Talent and The Four, as Music Fest V takes center stage. The lineup also features the Ryan Harmon Band, showcasing an Arkansas singer and songwriter with more than two decades of experience and roots that blend influences like Travis Tritt and Van Halen, performing with a full band. MoonshineMafia, led by Arkansas native Anna “Boss Lady” Brazeal, brings a mix of country, blues, and southern rock. Rounding out the bill, the Perry Mason Project performs as an acoustic trio of Clint Mason, Jeff Perry, and Skylr Mahoney, highlighting guitars, harmonies, and a song list focused on Americana, Red Dirt, and country favorites. Food vendors will be on site, permanent restrooms are available, security will be present, and the parking lot is lighted. This outdoor event welcomes coolers with preferred beverages, along with chairs, a canopy, bug spray, sunscreen, and snacks. The venue is in a dry county and does not sell alcohol, so stock your cooler beforehand, and underage drinking is not permitted. Canopy rentals are offered for $50 with set-up in a prime spot and four chairs included, with tickets sold separately; check in on arrival. Primitive camping is available for $10 per campsite, with check-in required before gates open. Please note the following policies: no pets, illegal drugs, or weapons, and dispose of cigarette waste properly. Ticket details will be announced soon.

This buckle series requires participation in at least two of the four rodeos to be eligible for awards. There is no gate fee and no membership requirement. Every competitor is required to complete a liability waiver, and an adult must sign for anyone under 18. Registration takes place on the day of the rodeo, and CND will offer concessions. The program moves from poles and breakaway roping into chute dogging and mutton bustin, then continues with PeeWee calf riding and Junior steer riding. Helmets and vests are mandatory for those two riding events. After a lunch break there is a Cowboy Church service followed by the Grand Entry, then the action wraps up with barrel racing and team roping. Divisions include PeeWee for ages 11 and under, Junior for ages 11 to 15, and Open for ages 16 and up. A $20 stock fee per person applies to events that use calves or steers, and for team roping the fee is $20 total per run.

A campus homecoming celebration is on the way, honoring a proud history while looking ahead to what is next. Expect a mix of new activities alongside classic traditions, creating plenty of memorable moments. The event brings together alumni, parents, friends, and family to reconnect, share stories, and contribute to the future of their alma mater. Details about the schedule and registration will be announced soon.

This tour brings a night of revival and renewal with a raw, louder, and authentic atmosphere. Zach Williams performs songs like Chain Breaker and Rescue Story, with Cochren & Co. adding favorites including Church (Take Me Back) and Running Home. Singer songwriter Christian Hohn shares new music rooted in faith, reflecting themes of everyday life, struggle, and redemption. The evening emphasizes music, community, and memories that last well beyond the final song. A limited number of VIP experiences are available with premium seating, early merchandise shopping, and a photo opportunity with Zach Williams. The lineup may change. To ensure valid tickets at face value, purchase only through the venue’s official ticketing partner, and note that comments offering resales may be removed and could result in a ban.

Celebrate the state’s only festival dedicated to apple butter, where heritage takes center stage. See apple butter made the old fashioned way, then taste it on homemade bread with fresh pressed apple cider. Spend the day browsing authentic arts and crafts, shopping for plants, listening to live music, and enjoying baked goods and hearty comfort food. The big red barn is the heart of it all, filled with homemade jams and jellies, local honey, farm cheeses, and plenty of rich apple butter. It is a celebration of tradition, small town charm, and the classic flavors of fall.

Celebrate the season at the Second Annual Fall Market at The Barn on the Ridge, a family friendly event featuring local vendors with crafts, baked goods, boutique clothing, handmade jewelry, holiday items, and more. Kids can enjoy bounce houses, and a fall themed photo setup will be available for capturing fall minis.

An outdoor, 21+ Halloween celebration featuring live music, a costume contest judged by crowd applause, a hot dog and nacho bar, and a horror movie screened in the woods. Guests may bring a cooler with their favorite beverages along with a lawn chair or blanket for the film. Canopies are welcome, and decorating them is encouraged. Costumes can be creative, funny, sexy, or truly scary. The contest winner receives a prize plus two 2027 season passes to all Brookstock sponsored events at Brookstock Events in Dover, valued at over $300. Overnight camping in the Spookstock woods is permitted for those who want to extend the fun. A valid ID is required to attend. No pets, drugs, or weapons will be allowed. Permanent restrooms will be available. Tickets are $20 online or $25 at the gate. The movie title will be announced later.

Mo-Con Morrilton Cards and Collectibles is an event centered on cards and collectible items, taking place at Point Remove Brewery in Morrilton, Arkansas.

Amber Violet brings her singer songwriter sound to Sierra Tavern, a rowdy spot in Morrilton, where live music pairs with delicious drinks. In the last couple of years, she has appeared at festivals, listening rooms, and private gatherings throughout Arkansas and the surrounding area. Performing with both guitar and keyboard, she blends country, pop, punk, alternative, and classic rock influences, all centered on her distinctive voice.

Competitive RC rock crawlers head to Petit Jean State Park for a high-stakes, driver-focused showdown on the rugged terrain of Petit Jean Mountain. The competition follows the Crawlapalooza Rule Set in Modified Class only, with a $100 entry fee and cash awards to the top three finishers. First place receives 50 percent of the purse, second place takes 30 percent, and third place earns 20 percent. Qualifying on day one spans four challenging courses where each point will matter and only the top ten advance. The finals on day two feature three demanding courses, and the overall winner secures the biggest share. Expect an emphasis on clean builds, precise driving, time management, and strong course strategy under pressure. The action centers in the Mathers lodge area of the park. Cabins are available in this popular destination and tend to book quickly. Media coverage is provided by CrawlerCast.