Things to Do
Hot Springs, AR EventsProvided courtesy of: http://www.hotsprings.org/
- Gallery Walk
First Friday of the Month
Gallery Walk gives an opportunity to stroll beautiful downtown Hot Springs and enjoy some of the finest contemporary art in America. The art galleries that sparkle like a fine necklace are located in the heart of the Victorian downtown district. They stay open until 9 p.m., often with music and complimentary refreshments. The artists whose works are on display also turn out to chat with visitors to the galleries. Don't miss this monthly opportunity to enjoy the arts that earned Hot Springs the No. 4 ranking in the Top 100 Small Art Towns in America.
- Antique/Boutique Walk
Third Friday of the Month
Antique/Boutique Row (100-200) Block of Historic Downtown Central Avenue is one of Hot Springs' most popular destinations and features Antique/Boutique Walk each month on the third Friday evening from 4-8 pm. It is the place to be for that one-of-a-kind treasure, antiques, fine art, clothing, dazzling jewelry, specialty foods, plus unique gifts for the home and garden. MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR ANTIQUE/BOUTIQUE WALK - Enjoy an evening of fun, shopping, and entertainment.
- Hot Springs Artisan Market
Third Sat Of Every Month
3rd Saturday of the Month
10a - 2p
An indoor monthly market featuring ONLY handmade good from a dynamic mix of local artisans and crafters. All participants reside in Hot Springs and adjacent communities.
For more information about events & featured artisans find the group on Facebook@HotSpringsArtisanmarket!- 108th Annual Live Racing at Oaklawn
January 13 - April 14, 2012
Oaklawn Park's 2012 live racing season begins!
LIVE Racing Jan 13 - Apr 14, 2012
Regular schedule will continue to be Thursdays through Sundays.
Additional days are:
Mon, Jan 16 for Martin Luther King Day.
Mon, Jan 20 for Presidents Day
Wed, Apr 11 as part of the Racing Festival of the South.
The track will be dark on Sun, April 8, in observance of Easter.
- Historic Downtown Farmers Market
Every Saturday
Historic Downtown Farmer's Market
Opens every Sat
9a - 11a now through April - winter hours.
“Meet the farmers who grow your family’s food at the historic downtown Hot Springs Farmers Market. Choose from a wide variety of Arkansas-grown fruits and vegetables, herbs, fresh-baked breads, honey, jams, farm-raised meats, flowers, hand-crafted artisan items and more. Enjoy live entertainment on Saturday mornings and the wonderful atmosphere the market patrons bring.
Admission is free
Please visit our website www.hotspringsfarmersmarket.com- Patsy Cline Tribue - by Kayce Glasse
Each Friday Evening
Patsy Cline Tribute - by Kayce Classe
Limited Engagement
Friday Evenings
7:30p at
The Vienna Theatre
Enjoy the fabulous voice of Kayce Glasse singing her unmatchable tribute to America's Favoritre, Patsy Cline!! Don't miss her Tribut to Patsy during this limited engagement in Hot Springs at the Vienna Theatre! You won't be disappointed!!
Call for reservations right away.
Tickets are:
$16.50 for adults
$5 for youths under 18- Odyssey's SHIPWRECK! Pirates & Treasures
February 14 - September 4, 2012
Mid-America Science Museum
is proud to host this exciting special Exhibition in the spring & summer of 2012
This exhibit encompasses 8,000 sq ft and features more than 500 authentic artifacts recovered by Odyssey from various shipwrecks in the Atlantic Ocean, the English Channel & Mediterranean Sea. It takes visitors through the thrilling quest to discover the ocean's greatest shipwreck stories & treasures. It fuses history, science & technology into an exciting educational experience through the use of interactive elements & real life treasure displays from some of the most extraordinary shipwrecks in the world!
- A fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the research & technology used to locate shipwrecks & a unique opportunity to be involved in hands-on activities relating to shipwreck exploration
- The opportunity to participate in the pioneering exploration of shipwrecks, while learning about the cutting-edge technology, archaeology & fascinating stories of ships lost at sea over the centuries
- To come on board with the Odyssey crew & explore the exciting world of deep-ocean exploration, science, technology & history as your journey through throusands of years of maritime travel.
- 10th Annual Daffodil Days
February 15 - March 7, 2012
Botanical beauty! Enjoy the dance of more than 200,000 of yellow when these happy blooms make their annual appearance in the Gardens.
Open 7 days a week from 9 am - 6 pm.
Prices:
$9 adults
$8 seniors
$4 children (6-12)- Traditional Art Guild Exhibit & Opening
Third Saturday of each month
Traditional Art Guild [TAG]
presents
TAG Monthly Art Exhibit
Hot Springs Memorial Airport
The Exhibit Opening is Sat, Feb 18
1:00p - 3:00p
and will stay on exhibit for the month - until Mar 13th
February features the works of
Sharon Dumas & Carol Joswick!
- Hot Springs Boat, Tackle & RV Show
February 24 - 26, 2012
Hot Springs Boat, Tackle & RV Show
Summit Arena & Hot Springs Convention Center
February 24-26, 2012
Hours:
Fri 10-8
Sat 10-8
Sun 10-6
Admission: $5.00 Adults, Children under 12 free with an adult. Free parking.
Hot Springs Boat, Tackle and RV Show will showcase nearly 200 Boats & RV’s along with exhibits featuring resorts, campgrounds, Boat and RV accessories, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Mobile Aquarium & other exhibits related to the Boat and RV industry. You can register to win valuable prizes. Boat and RV manufacturers will have factory reps on hand to answer questions regarding Boat’s and RV’s.- Star Power National Talent Competition
February 24 - 26, 2012
Star Power National Talent Competition
Fri, Feb 24th 8a - 8p
Sat, Feb 25th 8a - 8p
Sun, Feb 26th 5p - 8p
Hot Springs Convention Center, Horner Hall
This Event is a Dance Competition
- Song Bird Sessions
First Friday of each Month
Song Bird Sessions
Female Singer / Songwriter Concert Series
Hosted by a featured Gallery or venue monthly
9pm - at the conclusion of the Gallery Walk
First Friday of each Month
A Williams Studio Productions
- Sun Belt Dribble Drive to the Summit
March 3. 2012
3rd Annual Sun Belt Dribble Drive to the Summit
March 3rd
11:00 a.m.
Starts at Hill Wheatly Plaza
Registration that morning opens at 10:00 a.m. or register in advance on the website listed above.
The Dribble Drive to the Summit will feature kindergarten through eighth grade children dribbling basketballs through a quarter mile stretch of downtown Hot Springs.
It will begin at Hill Wheatly Plaza with the kids being asked to participate in basit basketball drills. Then, they will dribble their new basketball down the street to the Hot Springs convention Center.
Registered participants will receive a free Sun Belt Conference prize pack consisting of a t-shirt, basketball & complimentary tickets to the first session games. Each participating child will receive a ticket for one accompanying parent.
Dribblers & parents are encouraged to stay for the games & participate in on-court activities. Participants will also have the opportunity to enjoy a number of kid-friendly concourse activities inside the Convention Center.- "Evening Out" Spring Gala
March 3. 2012
The Humane Society of Garland County
presents
"Evening Out" Spring Gala
Sat, Mar 3rd
6:00 p
Calrion Resort Hotel Lakeview Ballroom
Live & Silent Auction Items
Featureing Hand Painted Adirondack Chairs
Live Entertainment
Wine & Other Beverages
Heavy Hors d'oeuvres
Tickets $25 per person in advance
$30 at the door
RSVP to Beth Watkins listed above- Second Annual Culinary District Art of BBQ Invitational
March 3, 2012
The Second Annual Culinary District Art of BBQ International
The Culinary District
March 3, 2012
FREE Admission. Live music with Amanda Avery. Starts at noon Many of the wonderful spices, sauces, and utensils these teams will utilize will be on display at the Culinary District for purchase. More details: www.culinarydistrict.com
This event will consist of award winning professional bbq teams which actively travel the KCBS circuit. These teams have competed, and defeated many of the nationally known bbq cooks seen on such popular television shows as TLC's Pittmasters. They will be on hand to cook the four food items required of a Kansas City BBQ Society sanctioned events: pork ribs, chicken, pork butt, and beef brisket. And to add an interesting coup' d gras, the Culinary District will be offering a BBQ plate lunch special which these Pit Master's will prepare.
Meet KCBS certified judges. Find out what the holy trinity of bbq competition involves: Appearance, Tenderness, and Taste. Many local teams such as Burn One BBQ, Cowboy Q, Tater 2, and the Southern Krunk BBQ Society will be on hand as well as teams from outside Garland County such as Allen's Smokey Pit BBQ and others.
- Sun Belt Conference Basketball Tournament
March 3 - 6, 2012
SUN BELT Basketball Championship
Men & Women's
Game Times Subject to Change
Game Schedule
Sat, March 3rd
Session 1 2:00 noon & 12:15 pm
2:30 pm & 2:45 pm
Session 2 6:00 pm & 6:15 pm
8:15 pm [no 8:45pm game on Sat]
Sun, March 4th
Session 3 12:00 noon & 12:15 pm
2:30 pm & 2:45 pm
Session 4 6:00 pm & 6:15 pm
8:15 pm & 8:45 pm
Mon, March 5th
Session 5 12:00 noon & 2:30 pm
Session 6 6:00 pm & 8:30 pm
Tues, March 6th
Session 7 1:00 pm
Session 8 6:00 pm
Tickets currently available from :
Summit Arena Box Office - [in person]
Mon - Fri 10a - 5:30p
Individual Session Tickets are: $15 from the Arena box office
Each day has TWO Sessions
Season Tickets are $128 from Arena box office
Check each day of the event for daily specials.
No phone sales & no checks
If a ticket holder leaves the venue & returns - a new ticket must be purchased.
or
Ticketmaster - 800-745-3000 OR www.ticketmaster.com
Ticketmaster fees & charges will apply to the base ticket price
Sun Belt Conference - 504-299-9066 Ext. 212
For bracket details go to: www.sunbeltsports.org
- Arkansas State High School Basketball Championship
March 8-10, 2012
Schedule to be announced.