Community Events

Local gatherings, markets, festivals, fundraisers, patriotic observances, parades, and celebrations around Branson, Hollister, Harrison, Stone County, and the surrounding Ozarks.

This Weekend: August 21–23

• August 21: Creekside Market in Crane — Shop from local farmers, makers, and cottage businesses from 5–8 p.m.
• August 21–22: Crane Broiler Festival — Carnival rides, craft booths, chicken dinners, and an annual community celebration.
• August 21–22: Rodeo Gold Productions Rodeo — Two nights of community rodeo action at Stone County Event Center.
• August 22: Champion Community Day — A free gathering with children’s activities, entertainment, food trucks, giveaways, and vendors.
• August 22: Music on the Lake — Community music hosted by Veterans of the Ozarks from 7–9 p.m.

Late August & Labor Day Weekend

• August 28–30: Eureka Springs Volkswagen Festival — Car gatherings, activities, and a downtown parade August 29.
• August 29: Stone County Event Center Saddle Series — Community equestrian competition in Galena.
• September 3–6: Original Ozark Folk Festival — Ozark music, dance, art, workshops, crafts, and community performances.
• September 4: A Musical Salute to Our Armed Forces — Military music, a drone show, and fireworks at Branson Landing.
• September 4–6: Labor Day Ranch Rodeo & Bull Ride — Three days of rodeo competition and youth events.
• September 5–7: Branson Wings of Pride Air Show — A Labor Day aviation celebration at Branson Airport.

September

• September 11: “Lest We Forget” Memorial Ceremony — A public 9/11 remembrance at College of the Ozarks beginning at 9 a.m.
• September 11–13: Arkansas Hot Air Balloon State Championship — Balloon competition, activities, vendors, and public displays in Harrison.
• September 12: The Great Pickle Race — A community 5K, color run, and pickleball tournament.
• September 18: Creekside Market in Crane — The final scheduled evening market of 2026.
• Through October 27: Branson Farmers Market — Local produce and handmade products every Tuesday from 2:30–6:30 p.m.
• September 25–October 25: Sunset Multicultural Harvest Festival — Fall weekends celebrating harvest, food, culture, and community.

October

• October 3: 42nd Annual Harrison Harvest Homecoming — Local makers, producers, performers, and organizations on the downtown square.
• October 4: Firefighters Chili Cook-Off — The Southern Stone County Firefighter Auxiliary’s annual fundraiser.
• October 24: Eureka Springs Zombie Crawl — A free downtown celebration supporting local food banks.
• Through October 31: Silver Dollar City Harvest Festival — Craftsmen, cowboys, seasonal food, pumpkins, and fall entertainment.

November & December

• November 1–December 31: Ozark Mountain Christmas — Community celebrations, light displays, seasonal shows, and holiday traditions.
• November 5–11: Veterans Homecoming Week — Ceremonies, reunions, special events, and tributes throughout Branson.
• November 11: 94th Annual Veterans Day Parade — The annual parade begins at 11 a.m. in Downtown Branson.
• November 28: Shop Small Saturday — A day supporting local shops and businesses in Eureka Springs.
• November 28: Eureka Springs Tree Lighting Ceremony — The community gathers to light Basin Spring Park at 5 p.m.
• December 4: Eureka Springs Christmas Parade — Illuminated floats, walkers, bands, and thousands of lights.
• December 6: Branson Adoration Parade — Bands, churches, organizations, community floats, and Santa in Historic Downtown Branson.
• December 11: Hot Cocoa & Cookie Crawl — Sample seasonal drinks and desserts in downtown Eureka Springs from 5–7 p.m.
• Through December 19: “Celebrate America’s Stories” at Ralph Foster Museum — American history presented through photographs, artifacts, and special displays.

Tip: Check event pages before you go for public access, registration, parking, road closures, ticketing, weather updates, and schedule changes.