2026 Hot Springs Event Calendar
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Date: Through October 18
Title: Where the Wind Lives at Garvan Woodland Gardens
Description: Final weeks to see artist Patrick Shearn's giant wind-driven installations shimmering above the garden landscape. Included with admission: $22 adults, $10 ages 4-12, free for 3 and under, leashed dogs $5.
Location: Garvan Woodland Gardens, 550 Arkridge Rd., Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://www.garvangardens.org/
Date: Fridays | 4 p.m.; Saturdays | 1 p.m.
Title: Origami Brewing Tour & Tasting
Description: Tour Arkansas' first sake brewery and learn how it turns Hot Springs water and Arkansas rice into sake, then taste the results.
Location: Origami Brewing, 2360 E. Grand Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://drinkorigami.com/
Date: Saturdays | 7 a.m. - noon through October; 9 a.m. - noon starting in November
Title: Hot Springs Farmers Market
Description: Shop local produce, eggs, meats, baked goods, honey, plants and more from area growers and makers, often with live music, at this year-round market by the Hot Springs Creek Greenway. Free to browse.
Location: Hot Springs Farmers Market, 121 Orange St., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotspringsfarmersmarket.com/
Date: Weekends, September 26 - October 31
Title: Magic Screams at Magic Springs Theme & Water Park
Description: Weekend Halloween fun with a trick-or-treat trail, pumpkin patch and gentle frights for kids by day, and haunted houses, scare zones and rides after dark. Single-day tickets are $34.99 plus tax online.
Location: Magic Springs Theme & Water Park, 1701 E. Grand Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://magicsprings.com/
Date: September 28 - October 3
Title: 2026 Black Bass World Championship on Lake Hamilton
Description: Anglers from around the world compete on Lake Hamilton for the world title, with public weigh-ins, vendors, the Oaklawn Outdoors Show and family activities at the convention center Oct. 1-3.
Location: Lake Hamilton & Hot Springs Convention Center, 134 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://usangling.org/2026-black-bass-world-championship/
Date: Tuesdays, September 29 - October 27 | 4 - 8 p.m.
Title: Industry Readiness and Safety for Culinary Professionals (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: A five-week workforce course that preps new and current kitchen staff for commercial food service, including ServSafe certification prep, sanitation, kitchen operations, safety and teamwork between front and back of house. Tuition is $275.
Location: Gerald Fisher Campus Center (lower level), National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CUL101
Date: Tuesdays | 7 - 9 p.m.
Title: Spa City Trivia Night at The Big Chill
Description: Gather a team for weekly Spa City Trivia with prizes every week and occasional theme nights.
Location: The Big Chill, 910 Higdon Ferry Rd., Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://www.chillhotsprings.com/
Date: Wednesdays | 4 - 10 p.m.
Title: Ladies Night at Splash Wine Bar
Description: Midweek ladies night downtown with half-price wine and well drinks plus live music.
Location: Splash Wine Bar, 325 Ouachita Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://splashwinebar.com/
Date: Wednesdays | 6 - 9 p.m. (open mic 6:30 p.m.)
Title: Wednesday Night Poetry
Description: The long-running weekly open mic, going without a missed week since 1989 and hosted by poet Kai Coggin, welcomes poets, songwriters and storytellers plus a featured reader around 7 p.m. Free and open to all ages.
Location: Kollective Coffee+Tea, 110 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.kollectivecoffeetea.com/
Date: Thursday, October 1 | 5 - 10 p.m. (music at 7 p.m.)
Title: Bridge St. LIVE! October Series - Pink Piano Show
Description: The free Thursday block party kicks off with the Pink Piano Show, a pink-out contest and a Chappell Roan look-alike contest, plus a DJ, vendors, food and drinks. Lawn chairs and leashed pets welcome.
Location: Bridge St. LIVE! Entertainment District, Bridge St., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/bridge-st-live-october/
Date: Thursdays October 1, 2026 | 6:30PM
Title: Trivia with Roger Scott
Description: Voted best trivia host in Arkansas by AY Magazine readers. Trivia with 103.7 Morning Mayhem radio personality Roger Scott.
Location: Mainline Sports Bar at Oaklawn 2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://mainlinesportsbar.com/
Date: Thursdays | 6:30 - 7 p.m.
Title: Speak Japanese: Language & Culture Club (online)
Description: Hot Springs' Tea Horse hosts a weekly online club for learning everyday Japanese phrases and cultural insights, open to beginners. Donation-based.
Location: Online (hosted by The Tea Horse, Hot Springs, AR)
Website: https://www.theteahorse.com/
Date: October 2 - 4 | Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Title: 57th Annual Hot Springs Arts & Crafts Fair
Description: Around 200 vendors fill the fairgrounds with handmade goods like quilts, paintings, jewelry, leather goods, candles and woodwork at this juried fair, running since 1968. There are also food trucks, the Extension Homemakers kitchen, and kids' rides, a petting zoo and face painting; admission and parking are free.
Location: Garland County Fairgrounds, 4831 Malvern Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://hotspringsartsandcraftsfair.com/
Date: Fridays, October 2 - 23 | 2 - 4 p.m.
Title: Art - Cyanotype Printmaking (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Beginners explore cyanotype, one of the earliest photographic processes, using sunlight and everyday objects to make striking blue prints over four Friday afternoons. All supplies are included in the $95 fee.
Location: Liberal Arts Building, Room LA-201, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE62
Date: Friday, October 2 | 5 - 9 p.m.
Title: Historic Downtown Hot Springs Gallery Walk
Description: Downtown galleries and studios open their doors with new exhibitions on the first Friday of the month, a tradition dating to 1989. Free to attend.
Location: Downtown Hot Springs galleries (Central Ave. area), Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://hotspringsarts.org/hs-gallery-walk/
Date: October 2 - 4 & 9 - 11 | 7 p.m. Fri. & Sat.; 2 p.m. Sun.
Title: "Wait Until Dark" at The Pocket Theatre
Description: The community theatre stages the classic suspense thriller about a blind woman who outwits criminals hunting for a doll hidden in her apartment. Tickets from $15.
Location: The Pocket Community Theatre, 170 Ravine St., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.pockettheatre.com/
Date: Friday, October 2 | 7:30 p.m.
Title: Latin Night with Orquesta Afinke at Vapors Live
Description: Northwest Arkansas Latin orchestra Orquesta Afinke, formed by University of Arkansas Latin Ensemble alumni, fills the dance floor with salsa, cumbia, merengue and bachata. Tickets $30.
Location: Vapors Live, 315 Park Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://vaporslive.com/event/orquesta-afinke/
Date: Saturday, October 3 | 8 a.m.
Title: Ouachita Gran Fondo for Families
Description: The third annual charity fun ride offers several route distances and benefits Ouachita Children, Youth & Family Services, which runs shelters and outreach for kids, youth and families in need.
Location: Whiskey Ridge Ranch, 26338 AR-84, Malvern, AR 72104
Website: https://ouachitagranfondoforfamilies.com/
Date: Saturday, October 3 | 9 a.m. - noon
Title: Arkansas Concealed Handgun Course (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Get the required classroom training and shooting qualification to apply for an Arkansas concealed handgun license in one morning. The $70 fee covers firearm, ammo, range use and paperwork; state license and fingerprint fees are separate.
Location: Guns-N-More, 1210 Mountain Pine Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE052
Date: Saturday, October 3 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Title: 3rd Annual Hot Springs Hispanic Heritage Festival
Description: A free, family-friendly celebration of Hispanic culture with live music, folklórico dancers, food and local vendors at the farmers market and greenway.
Location: Hot Springs Farmers Market, 121 Orange St., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotspringshispanicheritagefestival.org/
Date: Saturday, October 3 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Title: Culinary Arts - Little Bakers Workshop, Ages 5-9 (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Parents and young children bake treats side by side in NPC's teaching kitchen while kids pick up basic baking skills. The fee is $75; bring a container to carry home the goodies.
Location: Hospitality teaching kitchen, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE007
Date: Saturdays, October 3 - 24 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Title: Art - Quilling, A Paper Art Form: Ornaments (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Learn the rolled-paper art of quilling (paper filigree) and create holiday ornaments to keep or give as gifts, trying out a variety of shapes and tools. Open to all skill levels; the $135 fee includes tools and materials.
Location: Makerspace, Gerald Fisher Campus Center, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE019
Date: Saturday, October 3 | 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Title: Spooky Fest Music & Art Festival by Static
Description: Kick off spooky season with local bands, vendors and art workshops, including thrifted-item makeovers, potion bottles and wearable cardboard skulls, ending with a costumed march through downtown.
Location: Gracewell Church, 246 Ouachita Ave., Suite 101, Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/spooky-fest-by-static/
Date: Saturday, October 3 | noon - 3 p.m.
Title: Arkansas Enhanced Concealed Handgun Course (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Covers Arkansas law, rights and responsibilities for the enhanced concealed carry license along with range qualification, for those already licensed or taking the basic course the same day. The fee is $70; bring your firearm, 50 rounds and eye/ear protection.
Location: Guns-N-More, 1210 Mountain Pine Road, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE054
Date: Saturday, October 3 | 1 p.m.
Title: Emergent Arts Bird Mask Workshop
Description: Design a feathered mask for the Birding Festival or Halloween using a base mask and craft materials supplied by Emergent Arts. Tuition is $25.
Location: Emergent Arts, 341 Whittington Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://emergentarts.wildapricot.org/event-6844625
Date: Saturday, October 3 | 4 p.m.
Title: The Frontmen LIVE at the Black Bass World Championship
Description: A free concert by The Frontmen of Country, featuring the signature lead voices of Restless Heart, Lonestar and Little Texas, followed by the championship's final weigh-in and medal ceremony.
Location: Bank OZK Arena, 134 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://usangling.org/2026-black-bass-world-championship/
Date: Monday, October 5 | 5 - 8 p.m.
Title: Culinary Arts - Perfect Pizza: From Dough to Delicious (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Make thin-crust and deep-dish pizzas from scratch, learning how flour choices affect dough and how to cook up a fresh tomato sauce, then sit down and enjoy the results together. Cost is $75.
Location: Hospitality teaching kitchen, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE010
Date: Tuesdays, October 6 & 13 | 4 - 6 p.m.
Title: Excel Basics (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: An in-person beginner class on Microsoft Excel covering navigation, data entry and formatting, formulas, basic functions and tables. No experience needed; tuition is $125.
Location: Computer Resource Center, Room CR-202, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE055
Date: Wednesdays, October 7 - November 4 | 4 - 8 p.m.
Title: Food and Beverage Management (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Aspiring food and beverage leaders study menu development, cost control and budgeting, beverage service and mixology basics, responsible alcohol service and compliance over five weeks. Tuition is $275.
Location: Gerald Fisher Campus Center (lower level), National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261HOS102
Date: Wednesdays, October 7 - 28 | 6 - 8 p.m.
Title: Art - Mindful Mixed Media (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: A relaxed four-week series pairing playful mixed-media art projects with simple mindfulness practices, suited to beginners and experienced artists ages 12 and up. All supplies are included in the $95 fee.
Location: Liberal Arts Building, Room LA-201, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE022
Date: October 8 - 10
Title: Birding Festival of the South
Description: Hot Springs' fall-migration bird festival features field trips, panels, workshops and music for birders of every level. Festival passes ($35) are sold out, but passholders can still sign up for field trips and film screenings.
Location: Hot Springs Convention Center, 134 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/birding-festival-of-the-south/
Date: Thursday, October 8 | 5 - 10 p.m. (music at 7 p.m.)
Title: Bridge St. LIVE! October Series - Sad Daddy & Melissa Carper
Description: Arkansas roots favorites Sad Daddy and Melissa Carper headline this week's free block party, with a best bird costume contest to match the birding festival.
Location: Bridge St. LIVE! Entertainment District, Bridge St., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/bridge-st-live-october/
Date: Thursdays October 8, 2026 | 6:30PM
Title: Trivia with Roger Scott
Description: Voted best trivia host in Arkansas by AY Magazine readers. Trivia with 103.7 Morning Mayhem radio personality Roger Scott.
Location: Mainline Sports Bar at Oaklawn 2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://mainlinesportsbar.com/
Date: October 9 - 17
Title: 35th Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival
Description: North America's oldest all-documentary film festival screens nonfiction films from around the world over nine days, with filmmaker talks and galas. Festival passes and individual screening tickets are sold through the festival website.
Location: Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa, 239 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://hsdfi.org/
Date: Friday, October 9 | 7:30 p.m.
Title: Bored Teachers: "Is It Friday Yet?!" Comedy Tour
Description: Comedians from the hugely popular Bored Teachers brand share hilarious classroom stories and teacher truths. Expect some PG-13 language.
Location: Horner Hall, Hot Springs Convention Center, 134 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.boredteachers.com/
Date: Saturdays, October 10 - 24 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Title: Art - Fundamentals of Drawing (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Build drawing skills with pencil, charcoal and conte crayon while focusing on still lifes and flowers, finishing a drawing plus quick studies each session. All levels welcome; $115 (supply list provided).
Location: Liberal Arts Building, Room LA-201, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE025
Date: Saturday, October 10 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Title: Pottery - Saturday Pottery Handbuilding for Beginners (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: A one-day, instructor-led hand-building session where beginners create their own clay project, with all materials provided. Cost is $70; ages 12-16 may attend alone, younger kids need an enrolled adult.
Location: Legacy Hall Pottery Studio, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE063
Date: Saturdays, October 10 - November 14 | 1 - 4 p.m.
Title: Welding for Children: Introduction to Welding for Youth (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Students ages 10 through 10th grade learn stick and MIG welding basics and shop safety while building a steel or aluminum project to take home. The six-week course is $165 and was listed as full at last check.
Location: Welding Building, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE042
Date: Sunday, October 10 | 1 - 2 p.m.
Title: Birding Origami
Description: A free, beginner-friendly origami session in the park where all ages fold paper birds, with supplies provided, as part of the Birding Festival of the South.
Location: Hollywood Park, 411 Hollywood Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1029037163503141/
Date: Saturday, October 10 | 9:30 p.m.
Title: Bird Is The Word: A Fashion Flash
Description: A night of bird-inspired fashion, touring musicians, art installations and social crafting that caps the Birding Festival and the documentary film festival's second night.
Location: Steam City Records, Arlington Hotel basement, 239 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.facebook.com/people/steamcityrecords/61591184751496/
Date: Sunday, October 11 | 3 p.m. (doors 2 p.m.)
Title: Cliff & Susan at Vapors Live
Description: Married Arkansas country duo Cliff & Susan bring fiddle, piano and big harmonies to a high-energy, dance-friendly Sunday afternoon show. Tickets $25.
Location: Vapors Live, 315 Park Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://vaporslive.com/event/cliff-and-susan/
Date: Mondays & Wednesdays, October 12 - December 2 | 9 a.m. - noon
Title: Outdoor Recreation - Backpacking for Beginners (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Learn backpacking gear selection, trip planning, safety and Leave No Trace principles, then test your skills on field hikes around Hot Springs, Lake Catherine State Park and Lake Ouachita State Park. Ages 16+; $50 with supplies provided.
Location: Liberal Arts Building, Room LA-104, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913 (plus off-site hikes)
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE080
Date: Mondays & Wednesdays, October 12 - November 15 | 1 - 4 p.m.
Title: Outdoor Recreation - Outdoor Living Skills for Beginners (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Adults 18+ practice fire and shelter building, water purification, camp cooking and wilderness risk management, finishing with a required overnight trip Nov. 13-15. The fee is $70 and supplies are provided.
Location: Liberal Arts Building, Room LA-104, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913 (plus overnight field trip)
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE081
Date: October 14 - 16 (Wed.-Fri.) | 4 - 6 p.m.
Title: Makerspace - 3D Printing (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: A three-day intro to 3D printing that walks through the technology, design software and printing real objects layer by layer. Ages 13+; $85.
Location: Makerspace, Gerald Fisher Campus Center, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261MK002
Date: Thursday, October 15 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Title: Photography - Travel Photography (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: An interactive one-day workshop on shooting better travel photos with a DSLR or phone, from planning and gear to composition, storytelling, street scenes, landscapes and landmarks. Cost is $90.
Location: Computer Resource Center, Room CR-202, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE040
Date: Thursday, October 15 | 5 - 10 p.m. (music at 7 p.m.)
Title: Bridge St. LIVE! October Series - Electric Avenue
Description: '80s tribute band Electric Avenue takes the stage for a free '80s night, including a best '80s outfit contest.
Location: Bridge St. LIVE! Entertainment District, Bridge St., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/bridge-st-live-october/
Date: Thursdays October 15, 2026 | 6:30PM
Title: Trivia with Roger Scott
Description: Voted best trivia host in Arkansas by AY Magazine readers. Trivia with 103.7 Morning Mayhem radio personality Roger Scott.
Location: Mainline Sports Bar at Oaklawn 2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://mainlinesportsbar.com/
Date: Saturday, October 17 | noon - 3 p.m.
Title: Diamondhead Fall Festival
Description: Diamondhead's first fall fest offers arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, music, a petting zoo, face painting and other family activities.
Location: Diamondhead Town Green at City Hall, 245 Independence Dr., Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://www.diamondheadcommunity.com/
Date: Saturdays, October 17 - 31 | 1 - 4 p.m.
Title: Photography - Beginning Digital Photography (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Finally figure out your camera's dials and menus while learning exposure, f-stops, shutter speed, ISO, white balance, lenses and composition. Bring your camera and manual; $85.
Location: Student Commons, Room CO-267, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE041
Date: Saturdays, October 17 - 31 | 1 - 4 p.m.
Title: "Touch With Your Eyes" Training to Become an Art Detective (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Learn an easy four-step method for looking at and discussing art with confidence through hands-on activities, then put it to work on a class visit to an art museum. Ages 16+; $65.
Location: Liberal Arts Building, Room LA-201, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE050
Date: Saturday, October 17 | 7 p.m.
Title: HUNKS The Show at Vapors Live
Description: A male revue billed as the perfect girls' night out, full of dancing and audience fun. 21+; tickets $14.95-$59.95.
Location: Vapors Live, 315 Park Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://vaporslive.com/event/hunks-the-show/
Date: Saturday, October 17 | 7 p.m.
Title: J. Killen ft. David Rosales & Aggressive Honey LIVE at The Club House
Description: California songwriter J. Killen stops on his Depression Dollars album tour with fellow Californian David Rosales and Arkansas opener Aggressive Honey for an all-ages night of Americana, roots rock and alt-country.
Location: The Club House, 118 Arbor St., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/j-killen-ft-david-rosales-aggressive-honey-live-at-the-club-house-tickets-2000523713279
Date: Tuesdays, October 20 - December 15 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Title: Pottery - Handbuilding with Clay for Beginners (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Newcomers to clay learn coiling, pinching, slab-building and other hand-building methods through guided projects and demos. Ages 17+; $200 for the eight-week session.
Location: Legacy Hall Pottery Studio, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE037
Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 20 - 29 | 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Title: Woodworking: Introduction to Woodworking Construction (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Learn safe tool use in NPC's woodworking studio while building a take-home project such as a planter, birdhouse or folding stool. Ages 16+; $125.
Location: Woodshop, Southside Campus (Room RC100), National Park College, Hot Springs, AR (NPC main campus: 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913)
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=216CE084
Date: Tuesdays, October 20 - November 17 | 6 - 8 p.m.
Title: Culinary Arts - Cooking for the Rest of Us: Essential Skills for Everyday Meals (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Entertainer and former jazz club owner Tommy Stanco teaches kitchen setup, food safety and smart shopping, then leads hands-on cooking of dishes like glazed meatloaf, homemade pizza and Steak Chile Colorado. $95 plus a $20 supply fee.
Location: Hospitality teaching kitchen, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE009
Date: Wednesdays, October 21 - December 16 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Title: Pottery - Independent Pottery Studio, Day Sessions (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Experienced potters get open studio time with wheels, slab roller and electric, gas and raku kilns, working on their own projects with an instructor on hand. The $215 fee includes glaze and firing; clay must be bought on campus.
Location: Legacy Hall Pottery Studio, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE031
Date: Wednesdays, October 21 - December 16 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Title: Pottery - Independent Pottery Studio, Evening Sessions (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Evening open-studio access for potters with prior experience, including wheels and multiple kilns, to work at their own pace. $165 includes glaze and firing; clay must be purchased on campus.
Location: Legacy Hall Pottery Studio, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE033
Date: October 22 - 24
Title: The Arkansas Elvis Festival
Description: Top Elvis tribute artists perform themed shows spanning the King's Hollywood, gospel and Vegas eras, backed by a live band. Weekend passes range from $249 to $399, with individual show tickets also sold.
Location: Hot Springs Convention Center, 134 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.arkansaselvisfestival.com/
Date: Thursday, October 22 | 5 - 10 p.m. (music at 7 p.m.)
Title: Bridge St. LIVE! October Series - The Mixtapes
Description: The Mixtapes bring the '90s hits to this week's free street party, with a best '90s outfit contest.
Location: Bridge St. LIVE! Entertainment District, Bridge St., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/bridge-st-live-october/
Date: Thursdays October 22, 2026 | 6:30PM
Title: Trivia with Roger Scott
Description: Voted best trivia host in Arkansas by AY Magazine readers. Trivia with 103.7 Morning Mayhem radio personality Roger Scott.
Location: Mainline Sports Bar at Oaklawn 2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://mainlinesportsbar.com/
Date: October 23 - 25
Title: Güdrun - Northwoods Mountain Bike Festival
Description: The eighth annual all-ages mountain bike festival includes a downtown Slow Roll, enduro, dual slalom, time trial and Strider races, and the Attila the Hun XC championship finale. Race registration fees vary by event.
Location: Northwoods Trails, 461 Wildcat Rd., Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://www.northwoodstrails.org/events/gudrun/
Date: Friday, October 23 | 8 p.m.
Title: Gary Michaels Biker Comedy Hypnotist at Vapors Live
Description: Kentucky radio personality and self-described only biker comedy hypnotist Gary Michaels puts volunteers under for an evening of laughs. 18+; tickets $25.
Location: Vapors Live, 315 Park Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://vaporslive.com/event/gary-michaels-biker-comedy-hypnotist/
Date: Saturday, October 24 | 10 a.m. - noon
Title: Special Interest: Braiding for Beginners (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Practice Dutch and French braids, clean parting and keeping braids neat and tight, plus the right products and tools. Geared to beginners; $50 (supply list available).
Location: Student Commons, Room CO-267, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE058
Date: October 26 - 29 (Mon.-Thu.) | 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Title: OSPRI Automation Fundamentals Lab - Robotics (NPC Workforce Training)
Description: An intensive four-day, hands-on lab in open-source robotics covering robot operation, programming and systems integration, preparing participants for the ATMAE Certified Industry and Robotics Professional credential. Tuition is $1,100.
Location: Technical Sciences Building, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261AMTI001
Date: Tuesday, October 27 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Title: Culinary Arts - Mini Halloween Monster Cakes (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Decorate your own spooky-cute mini monster cake, learning smooth icing, fur-texture piping and fun features like eyes, teeth and horns. Ages 12+; $85.
Location: Hospitality teaching kitchen, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE002
Date: Thursday, October 29 | 5 - 10 p.m. (music at 7 p.m.)
Title: Bridge St. LIVE! October Series - Manhattan
Description: The free series wraps up with the Manhattan Orchestra and a Halloween costume contest.
Location: Bridge St. LIVE! Entertainment District, Bridge St., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/bridge-st-live-october/
Date: Thursdays October 29, 2026 | 6:30PM
Title: Trivia with Roger Scott
Description: Voted best trivia host in Arkansas by AY Magazine readers. Trivia with 103.7 Morning Mayhem radio personality Roger Scott.
Location: Mainline Sports Bar at Oaklawn 2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://mainlinesportsbar.com/
Date: October 30 & 31 | doors 5:45 p.m., show 7 p.m.
Title: Murder and Macabre Mystery Dinner Theater: "Murder at Wolf Man's 85th Birthday"
Description: A costumed Halloween comedy whodunit with an all-you-can-eat buffet, costume contest, dancing and games; guests help solve the murder. 21+; reservations required by calling Lynn at 501-627-5534.
Location: The Porterhouse Steakhouse, 707 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/murder-macabre-wolf-mans-birthday/
Date: October 31 & November 1 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Title: Hot Springs Renaissance Faire
Description: Step back in time with around 150 merchants, jousting-style combat, food and drink, and over 40 acts on five stages at this long-running faire. Tickets are sold online through Purplepass.
Location: Garland County Fairgrounds, 4831 Malvern Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.facebook.com/HSrenfaire
Date: Saturday, October 31 | 5 - 8 p.m.
Title: Glow on the Row: Trick-or-Treating & Harvest Festival
Description: Downtown's free Halloween night gives away 18,000 glow sticks and offers safe trick-or-treating, games, face painting, food and fortune telling.
Location: Central Avenue / Bathhouse Row, Downtown Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/glow-on-the-row-trick-or-treating-harvest-festival/
Date: November 1 - 30
Title: Feast Month
Description: Hot Springs celebrates its restaurant scene all November with dining deals and the Visitors Choice Awards, where diners vote for favorite local restaurants in 12 categories.
Location: Participating restaurants throughout Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/deals/feast-month
Date: November 1 - 8
Title: Hot Springs Poetry Fest
Description: A week of poetry readings, workshops, open mics and performances around downtown for writers and listeners alike.
Location: Various venues, Downtown Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://hspf.org/
Date: Mondays, November 2 - 30 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Title: Outdoor Recreation - Bicycle Mechanics I (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Learn how to keep a bike running safely, from understanding components to fixing flats and adjusting brakes, gears and chains. Ages 16+; $75.
Location: Liberal Arts Building, Room LA-104, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE082
Date: November 2, 4 & 6 | 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Title: Makerspace - Resin Casting & Art (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Create jewelry, coasters, botanical pieces or geode-style art using resin, pigments and alcohol inks in this three-session workshop for ages 13 and up. Cost is $100; bring your own silicone molds if you like.
Location: Makerspace, Gerald Fisher Campus Center, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261MK001
Date: Tuesdays, November 3 - 24 | 1 - 3 p.m.
Title: Autobiography and Memoir: A How-to Class on Crafting Your Life Story (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Get started writing your life story with memoir structures, short personal essays, timelines, writing prompts and supportive feedback. Tuition is $75.
Location: Charlotte Phelps Building, Room CP-207, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE046
Date: Thursdays November 5, 2026 | 6:30PM
Title: Trivia with Roger Scott
Description: Voted best trivia host in Arkansas by AY Magazine readers. Trivia with 103.7 Morning Mayhem radio personality Roger Scott.
Location: Mainline Sports Bar at Oaklawn 2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://mainlinesportsbar.com/
Date: Fridays, November 6 - December 4 (no class Nov. 27) | noon - 5 p.m.
Title: Outdoor Recreation - Mountain Biking I (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: An introduction to mountain biking that covers bike handling, braking, trail etiquette, safety gear, basic maintenance and responsible riding, taught on local trails. Ages 16+; $75.
Location: Northwoods Trails, 300 Pineland Dr., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE083
Date: Friday, November 6 | 5 - 9 p.m.
Title: Historic Downtown Hot Springs Gallery Walk
Description: The monthly first-Friday art walk returns with new shows in downtown galleries and studios. Free to attend.
Location: Downtown Hot Springs galleries (Central Ave. area), Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://hotspringsarts.org/hs-gallery-walk/
Date: Saturdays, November 7 - 21 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Title: Art - Use Pastels to Create Still Life (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Explore pastel color and application techniques while drawing still lifes and flowers, completing a finished piece and quick studies at each class. All levels; $115 (supply list available).
Location: Liberal Arts Building, Room LA-201, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE026
Date: Saturdays, November 7 - 21 | 3:30 - 6 p.m.
Title: Art - Watercolor Basics (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Make your own watercolor paints and learn core techniques for manipulating paint on paper, going home with several 5x7 paintings, a custom palette and a brush set. Geared to teens and adults new to watercolor; $125.
Location: Makerspace, Gerald Fisher Campus Center, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE020
Date: Monday, November 9 | 5 - 8 p.m.
Title: Culinary Arts - Perfect Pizza: From Dough to Delicious (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Mix dough from scratch, simmer a fresh tomato sauce and bake both thin-crust and deep-dish pies, then share the meal at the end of class. Cost is $75.
Location: Hospitality teaching kitchen, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE011
Date: Tuesday, November 10 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Title: Culinary Arts - Homemade Apple Pie (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Bake a from-scratch apple pie, learning a flaky crust, a spiced apple filling and how to crimp and finish it, then take it home. Ages 12+; $85.
Location: Hospitality teaching kitchen, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE003
Date: Wednesday, November 11 | 6:30 p.m.
Title: Hot Springs Veterans Day Parade
Description: Veterans' groups, military units, civic organizations and businesses parade through downtown to honor those who served; a Veterans Day ceremony is held at 11 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park. Free to watch.
Location: Central Avenue, Downtown Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/hot-springs-veterans-day-parade/
Date: Thursdays November 12, 2026 | 6:30PM
Title: Trivia with Roger Scott
Description: Voted best trivia host in Arkansas by AY Magazine readers. Trivia with 103.7 Morning Mayhem radio personality Roger Scott.
Location: Mainline Sports Bar at Oaklawn 2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://mainlinesportsbar.com/
Date: Friday, November 13 | 7:30 p.m.
Title: Journey to Jersey at Vapors Live
Description: A tribute band delivering the big '80s anthems of Journey, Heart and Bon Jovi. Tickets $30.
Location: Vapors Live, 315 Park Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://vaporslive.com/event/journey-to-jersey/
Date: Saturday, November 14 | 7 a.m.
Title: Spa Running Festival
Description: Races for every level: the Summit 2 Summit Half Marathon over two mountains, the Spa 10K, a flat 5K and a kids' Squirt Race. Fees are $78 half, $38 10K, $33 5K (half and 5K are waitlist-only) and $10 for the kids' race.
Location: Start/finish on Convention Blvd. in front of Embassy Suites, 400 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://sparunningfest.com/
Date: Saturday, November 14 | 10 a.m. - noon
Title: Special Interest: Braiding for Beginners (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: A two-hour, hands-on class in Dutch and French braiding, parting hair and keeping braids neat, plus which products and tools to use. $50; supply list available.
Location: Student Commons, Room CO-267, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE059
Date: Tuesday, November 17 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Title: Culinary Arts - Thanksgiving Cupcake Decorating (NPC Continuing Education)
Description: Turn cupcakes into mini "pies" and other Thanksgiving treats using frosting, texture tools and piping techniques. Ages 12+; $85.
Location: Hospitality teaching kitchen, National Park College, 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=261CE004
Date: Thursday, November 19 | 6 - 9 p.m.
Title: 25th Annual Taste of the Holidays at Mid-America Science Museum
Description: The museum's holiday fundraiser serves food and drinks from 20+ local restaurants, breweries and caterers, plus a silent auction. Tickets are $115 or $850 for a table of six.
Location: Mid-America Science Museum, 500 Mid-America Blvd., Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://midamericamuseum.org/shop/events/taste-of-the-holidays/
Date: Thursdays November 19, 2026 | 6:30PM
Title: Trivia with Roger Scott
Description: Voted best trivia host in Arkansas by AY Magazine readers. Trivia with 103.7 Morning Mayhem radio personality Roger Scott.
Location: Mainline Sports Bar at Oaklawn 2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://mainlinesportsbar.com/
Date: November 21 - December 31 | 5 - 9 p.m. nightly (closed Thanksgiving & Christmas)
Title: Garvan Woodland Gardens Holiday Lights
Description: The gardens glow with a huge holiday lights display every night through New Year's Eve. Admission is $22 adults, $10 ages 4-12, free 3 and under; golf cart tours are $20 extra.
Location: Garvan Woodland Gardens, 550 Arkridge Rd., Hot Springs, AR 71913
Website: https://www.garvangardens.org/
Date: Saturday, November 21 | 6:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. (late show)
Title: Matt Mathews: Not What I Ordered World Tour at Oaklawn
Description: Comedian Matt Mathews serves up candid, laugh-out-loud tales of family mayhem, farm-life mishaps and small-town drama in his new stand-up tour. Both the early show and the added late show are already sold out.
Location: Oaklawn Event Center, 2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://oaklawn.com/entertainment/event-center/matt-mathews-not-what-i-ordered-world-tour/
Date: Monday, November 23 | 4:30 p.m.
Title: Tom Daniel Holiday Chili Cook Off & Holiday Lights Kick-Off
Description: Local businesses compete for the best chili in town, then downtown's holiday lights are switched on for the season. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for kids 10 and under.
Location: Exchange Street Parking Deck, 128 Exchange St., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://www.downtownhotsprings.org/chili-cook-off
Date: Thursdays November 26, 2026 | 6:30PM
Title: Trivia with Roger Scott
Description: Voted best trivia host in Arkansas by AY Magazine readers. Trivia with 103.7 Morning Mayhem radio personality Roger Scott.
Location: Mainline Sports Bar at Oaklawn 2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://mainlinesportsbar.com/
Date: November 27 - 29 & December 18
Title: The Nutcracker Ballet at Historic Malco Theatre
Description: Hot Springs Children's Dance Theatre Company presents Tchaikovsky's holiday classic, with young local dancers sharing the stage with professional guest artists as Clara and her Nutcracker Prince adventure through a world of toys, mice and snowflakes. Tickets are sold at hscdtc.org (preferred seating is the first four rows); call or text 501-655-6815 with questions.
Location: Historic Malco Theatre, 817 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: http://www.hscdtc.org/
Date: Saturday, November 28 | 7 p.m. (doors 6 p.m.)
Title: Ballet Arkansas: The Nutcracker Suite at Oaklawn
Description: Ballet Arkansas brings Tchaikovsky's holiday classic to the Oaklawn Event Center stage, with an ensemble cast weaving mystery, fantasy and grace through Clara's magical winter journey. Tickets are on sale through Etix via oaklawn.com.
Location: Oaklawn Event Center, 2705 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71901
Website: https://oaklawn.com/entertainment/event-center/ballet-arkansas-presents-the-nutcracker-suite-at-oaklawn-hot-springs-arkansas/