2026 Hot Springs Event Calendar

Best Restaurant Meals to Try in 2026 - You can't go wrong with Shrimp & Grits at Lost Creek Grill, Hibachi Steak and Shrimp with hot chili oil at Gozen Japan House or BBQ Brisket at Red Oak Fillin' Station.

Hot Springs Gallery Walk - On the first Friday of every month downtown Hot Springs art galleries are open from 5PM until 9PM for the Gallery Walk.

Hot Springs Farmer's & Artisan's Market - Saturdays, 7AM to noon, Sat. - Live music 9AM to noon & Tuesdays 4 to 7PM. Farmer's Market Pavilion 121 Orange St. Free admission. www.hotspringsfarmersmarket.com

Date: Thursdays 6:30PM
Title: Trivia with Roger Scott
Description: The best trivia host in Arkansas by AY Magazine. Trivia with 103.7 Morning Mayhem radio personality Roger Scott.
Location: Mainline Sports Bar at Oaklawn, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://mainlinesportsbar.com/

Date: Saturday, July 25 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Title: Creek Hopping Hot Springs
Description: Join this educational and fun creek exploration event.
Location: By train trestle on the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail, Hot Springs National Park
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: Saturday, July 25
Title: IFBB Pro Bikini & NPC Arkansas State Championship
Description: Get ready for a weekend of elite physique competition at the IFBB-NPC Arkansas State Championships, taking place on Saturday, July 25th, 2026 at the Hot Springs Convention Center (Horner Hall).
Location: Hot Springs Convention Center (Horner Hall), Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: Saturday, July 25 | 10 AM – 3 PM
Title: Summer Market (Diamondhead Summer Market)
Description: Sunshine, Shopping, and Summer Vibes! Shop local and support small businesses at the Diamondhead Summer Market. Packed with amazing finds, delicious food, and community fun.
Location: Diamondhead area, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: Saturday, July 25 | 6:30 p.m.
Title: U.S. Navy Band Free Concert (Horizon)
Description: Enjoy a free outdoor concert featuring Horizon from the U.S. Navy Band Great Lakes on Arlington Lawn. High-energy mix of today's Top 40 hits and more.
Location: Arlington Lawn, Hot Springs National Park
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: July 25
Title: Arkansas Diamonds Arena League Football
Description: Professional football is here in Hot Springs as the Arkansas Diamonds take the field. Forged under pressure. Ready for glory. (From event listing.)
Location: Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: July 30 - August 2
Title: Spa City Classic: Indoor Pickleball Tournament
Description: Get ready to dink, drive, and dominate! The 2026 Spa City Classic Pickleball Tournament at Bank OZK Arena in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Location: Bank OZK Arena, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: Saturday, August 1 | 3 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Title: Inception to Projection Encore Screening
Description: 15 years of countless stories made right in our community! Special encore screening event celebrating local filmmaking.
Location: Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: August 7-9 & 14-16
Title: "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" at The Pocket Theatre
Description: An infamous tale of Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber seeking vengeance in nineteenth century London. Performed at The Pocket Theatre.
Location: The Pocket Theatre, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: August 7 - 9
Title: FREE! 9th Annual Hot Springs Baseball Weekend
Description: The Birthplace of Major League Baseball Spring Training comes alive with Hall of Fame members and more at the Hot Springs Convention Center. Free event.
Location: Hot Springs Convention Center, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: Saturday, August 8 | 7 p.m.
Title: Soulja Boy & Ying Yang Twins at Magic Springs
Description: Soulja Boy & Ying Yang Twins perform live at Timberwood Amphitheater at Magic Springs Theme and Water Park. Part of the 2026 concert series.
Location: Timberwood Amphitheater, Magic Springs Theme and Water Park, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://magicsprings.com/event/soulja-boy-ying-yang-twins/

Date: Tuesday, August 11 | 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Title: Hot Springs 150th Birthday Gala
Description: Historic evening presented by Oaklawn Hot Springs celebrating the sesquicentennial of Hot Springs, Arkansas with cocktail reception, seated dinner, celebrity speakers, and live entertainment.
Location: Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: Saturday, August 15 | 7 p.m.
Title: Pop 2000 Tour at Magic Springs Theme and Water Park
Description: Ultimate Y2K nostalgia concert featuring hits from the turn of the century at Timberwood Amphitheater. Perfect for reliving the early 2000s with low-rise jeans and frosted tips vibes.
Location: Timberwood Amphitheater, Magic Springs, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://magicsprings.com/event/pop-2000-tour/

Date: Saturday, August 22 | 7 p.m.
Title: Waylon Wyatt at Magic Springs Theme and Water Park
Description: Arkansas rising country star Waylon Wyatt performs his raw red-dirt sound and old-soul lyrics live at the Timberwood Amphitheater.
Location: Timberwood Amphitheater, Magic Springs Theme and Water Park, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://magicsprings.com/

Date: Saturday, August 22 | 7 p.m.
Title: RESCHEDULED! Lone Star Skynyrd at Vapors Live
Description: Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band concert rescheduled from July. Tickets from original date honored. Southern rock classics performed live.
Location: Vapors Live, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: Saturday, August 22 | 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Title: H2Oaklawn Pool Parties!
Description: Backyard pool parties with drink specials, live music, poolside games, and swimsuit competition for cash prizes (21+).
Location: Oaklawn, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://oaklawn.com

Date: Friday, August 28 | 7 p.m.
Title: Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening at Oaklawn
Description: Led Zeppelin tribute featuring Jason Bonham on drums. Heavy hits and deeper album tracks performed live in a profound musical experience.
Location: Oaklawn, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: Friday, September 18 | 7 p.m.
Title: Amy Grant: The Me That Remains Tour at Oaklawn
Description: Six-time GRAMMY Winner and Kennedy Center Honoree Amy Grant performs hits like "Baby, Baby" and "Every Heartbeat" plus new music from her first album in over a decade.
Location: Oaklawn, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: September 25 & 26
Title: Big Steam Blues & Roots Music Festival
Description: 5th annual festival featuring blues and roots music. A weekend celebration of live music that music fans won't want to miss in Hot Springs.
Location: Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: September 25 & 26
Title: Spa City Food Truck Festival
Description: Foodies event with a variety of food trucks offering diverse cuisines. Tantalize your taste buds at this popular returning festival in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Location: Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/

Date: Friday, September 25 | 7 p.m.
Title: Cooper Alan at Oaklawn
Description: Country artist Cooper Alan brings fearless creativity, showmanship, and unfiltered authenticity to the stage with his modern independent style.
Location: Oaklawn, Hot Springs, AR
Website: https://www.hotsprings.org/events/