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March 2018
Fly Fishing 101
Ouachita Outdoor Outfitters presents an introductory class for the beginner fly-fisher. Following a brief discussion of commonly used flies, participants will be instructed in proper casting technique. Weyerhaeuser Bonsai Learning Center $20 per person | Reservations required | Register online or call 800-366-4664
Find out more »Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn
The Annual Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn is scheduled on the 17th. This annual thoroughbred horse race is the second leg of the Oaklawn three-year-old stakes program and currently offers a purse of $900,000. Cost: Free Admission
Find out more »2018 Ouachita Challenge
The Ouachita Challenge is truly a unique event and is now on its second decade. It gives a 60+ mile loop and two days of mountain bike touring and racing on two of the best biking trails in the state, the Womble Trail and the Ouachita Trail. Both are known for their scenic views of the Ouachita Mountains and the Ouachita River. Cost: $100.00 Race Fee
Find out more »Dam Mountain Trail 10K
Get a chance to run a very challenging race through the very beautiful woods at Lake Catherine. The trail goes above the Remmel Dam, where the air is fresh and the views are breath-taking. Cost: $35.00 Race Fee
Find out more »April 2018
Live Racing at Oaklawn
Oaklawn Racing and Gaming proudly brings you the 114th Annual Live Racing at Oaklawn, which will run until Saturday, April 14 on a Thursday to Sunday basis. Gates will open 2 hours before post time, usually at 11. And aside from the intense action of the live races, two of the highlights of the event are the traditional $0.50 Corned Beef sandwiches and $0.10 soft drinks, which are set to return on Saturday, Jan. 13. Cost: FREE
Find out more »The 20th Annual Hot Springs Corvette Weekend
This weekend will surely be the most furious weekend you’re ever going to have as the Central Arkansas Corvette Club, a non-profit club, brings us the 20th Annual Hot Springs Corvette Weekend. On April 19-21, the Hot Springs Convention Center is going to be filled once again with over 200 awe-inspiring Corvettes from all over the country in this wild, indoor event where they will be judged, and awards for the best cars will be given. The opening ceremonies, which…
Find out more »Magic Screams at Magic Springs Theme & Water Park
Kick-off the season of spook and experience the scariest Haunted Houses in all of Arkansas. It’s fun for the family with trick or treat trails for the kids and family-filled Halloween events galore. The park will be open for every weekend of October until the end of the month. Be prepared for the most scaretastic event of your life. Cost: $59.99 + Tax
Find out more »May 2018
The 7th Annual Hot Springs Fishing Challenge
The Annual Hot Springs Fishing Challenge is here once again. But this year, the prize gets bigger. Seventy-one fish that have been tagged will be released into Lake Hamilton and Lake Catherine and whoever catches these fish will receive a prize, depending on the type of fish caught. One fish, Big Al, corresponds to a $15,000, four with $5,000, 46 are worth $1,000, and 20 have $500 tags. The best thing is, you might have a chance to double your…
Find out more »Amity Trade Days
The Amity Trade Days is one of the biggest flea markets in the state, spread out over 54 acres at an old lumber mill in Amity, Arkansas, with a 20-acre parking area. This big event happens on Thursday through Sunday before the 2nd Monday of each month. There will be live music on Saturday.
Find out more »Heels to Hammers Build by Garland County Habitat for Humanity
The Garland County Habitat for Humanity will be launching its fourth annual women-building event called Heels to Hammers. Participants willing to take part in the event can choose the day in which they want to participate and will have the opportunity to create two new homes for two deserving families at the intersections of Garland and School streets. From the swinging of a hammer to painting a room, the event will be able to participate in the building of a…
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