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

National Park College Continuing Education Classes - August through December 2026. These classes are low cost and most of them are multiple days.  Classes include watercolor painting, cricut design, baking, cooking, fitness, guitar, photography pottery and welding.  See details at https://shortclass.np.edu/wconnect/ace/ShowSchedule.awp   

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, 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/