Community Events
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
22nd Annual Worker’s Safety Conference
7:15 AM - 3:00 PM
The Regional Industrial Safety Alliance (RISA) and the Arkansas Department of Labor will host the 22nd Annual Worker’s Safety Conference at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville on Thursday, September 28, beginning at 7:15 a.m. ...
Trendy Bow Making
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Come join me for a fun night out with friends. $40 will secure your spot & will include instruction on making trendy bows for your holiday decor. Refreshments will be provided & you will get to make 2 bows to take home with you. Please call ...
Faculty Colloquium: “On the Primate Origins of Human Language” by Dr. Britt Florkiewicz
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Faculty Colloquiums give Lyon faculty an opportunity to present their research on a variety of topics. These presentations are free and open to the public.
"Have a Seat" Gallery Reception and Artist Talk
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Batesville Area Arts Council is pleased to present “Have a Seat,” an exhibition by Clay Palmer, at the BAAC Gallery on Main (226 E Main St) August 15 - September 30, 2023. Mark your calendar for the closing reception on Friday, September 29, 5 – 7 ...
The Sandtown Shuffle
7:45 AM - 4:00 PM
The Sandtown Shuffle (Fall Edition) “No Frills” gravel ride in the Foothills. Come and hang with us at The Dirt Church! (Camping Welcome!) Join us in Sandtown AR on 9/30/23 Route Description: 3 routes all will depart from the Pool’s Chapel ...
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Trap Shoot Competition
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
All proceeds go to provide equipment, scholarship, and camp opportunities for students in Northeast Arkansas. Shooters must provide: shotgun, ammo (50 rounds), shooting pouch, ear & eye protection. Other events of the day include: silent auction, ...
Level 2 Pistol Self Defense Course
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Whether you’re an individual, on a church safety team, in law enforcement, or in the military, our Pistol Self Defense Courses are the perfect way to take your shooting and defensive skills to the next level. The Level 2 Pistol Self Defense ...
Jam Berry: Open Jam Session
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Hello ladies and gentlemen! We here at the Ramsey Estate are hosting something new, something different! We would like to jam with you! If you're a local musician and you enjoy playing, this event is for you! Whether you want to play music, or simply ...
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
Lyon College Career Expo
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
An opportunity for Lyon students and local recruiters to connect regarding internships and full-time positions.
6th Annual Plein on Main
12:00 PM
Gallery 246 invites artists to “Plein on Main,” a plein air contest in Arkansas’ oldest town. That’s an open air, live painting competition, where you will work in your favorite medium outdoors in Batesville’s downtown district.
City-County Connections
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
The City of Batesville Mayor Rick Elumbaugh and Independence County Judge Kevin Jeffery invite you to "City-County Connections."
River Haunt
12:00 AM
Test your nerves this Halloween season at The River Haunt, Main Street Batesville’s 10,000 square foot haunted house. Endless spooks and screams are available every Friday and Saturday in October.
Bethesda Haunted House
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Come get scared at the NEWLY REMODELED Haunted House! We are open EVERY FRIDAY and SATURDAY NIGHT in October and Halloween Night. Doors open at 7 PM. Admission is $10 a person. The concession stand will also be open!
Pumpkin Patch
12:00 AM
Located minutes away from Batesville in beautiful Bathesda, Arkansas, the Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches’ Pumpkin Patch is an absolutely perfect autumnal destination that is fun for the whole family. The Patch includes endless fun with attractions ...
Steady Steve 5K
6:45 AM - 11:00 PM
The Steady Steve 5K on Batesville's Westside honors the legacy of Stephen Raviscioni, who worked tirelessly with his loving wife, Autumn, to establish Our Father's Table food ministry. Stephen had also turned to running for fitness and health in a big ...
Fall Festival & Market
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Harps and M&P are hosting a Fall Festival & Market with over 20 vendors, door prizes, kids games and food trucks!
Homesteading Classes at Old Independence Regional Museum
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
You ae sure to learn something new at each of our homesteading classes the first Saturday of the month. Every class we will discuss food preservation (fermenting, canning, dehydrating, et cetera) as a local expert discusses a topic corresponding to the ...
Composting with Michelle Mobley
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Independence County Extension Agent Michelle Mobley will present Composting on Monday, October 9, 2023 at 10:30 am.
Independence County Hiring Event
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join us for the Independence County Hiring Event. Division of Workforce Services staff and mobile unit will be on-site to assist you with resume writing and online applications. There will be great networking and job opportunities. Come dressed for ...
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
Homeschool Classes at OIRM
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Homeschooling classes at Old Independence Regional Museum give your children ages 5-18 a great interactive afternoon to learn about the world around them. Our theme for the next few years is “Decades of Progress”. We began in 1820 when Batesville was ...
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
Main Street Flu Clinic
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Get your flu shot at convenient locations on Main Street on Thursday, October 12th. Flu shots will be available at the Courthouse from 8:30-11:00am and at City Hall from 1-3pm. Flu shots are free and walk-ups are welcome.
Haunting Main Street
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Journey into the Halloween haunted history of Main Street Batesville and surrounding blocks. Stories by the fireplace followed by a walking tour exploring the ghost sorties and legends of Batesville. Free to attend and all are ages welcome. RSVP is ...
10th Annual King of the Crag
Mark your calendars and share with your friends! We’re celebrating the 10th Annual King of the Crag the weekend of October 14th! King of the Crag is a sport climbing competition for climbers of any skill level. Climb all day Saturday and enjoy an ...
White River Health 5K
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
For the sixth year, White River Health is running to help provide food for children in our local schools. Local food pantries are seeing increasing numbers of families in need. Food insecurity is a significant issue for kids today. At least 60-75% of ...
Charcuterie and Paint Fun!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Come out and enjoy a fun class with Sarah from Sarah•Dipity and Kim with Whippoorwill Charm! In this class you will create your own person charcuterie board. It will be provided on a disposable bamboo plate so you can take it home and share with your ...
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
HealthFirst: Free Women's Health Event
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Stop by the Batesville Community Center from 4pm to 7pm on Tuesday, October 17th for a free women's health event. There will be several free screenings during the event such as hernia screenings, lab draws for cholesterol and glucose, free flu shots, ...
Chunky Blanket Class
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Come learn how to make a chunky blanket in this three hour class. All materials provided. $85 class fee. Register online HERE.
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
Haunting Main Street
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Journey into the Halloween haunted history of Main Street Batesville and surrounding blocks. Stories by the fireplace followed by a walking tour exploring the ghost sorties and legends of Batesville. Free to attend and all are ages welcome. RSVP is ...
UACCB Foundation Annual Golf Tournament
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Register online or by emailing Advancement at Advancement@uaccb.edu.
Faculty Colloquium: “Developing Intercultural Competencies in Language Courses” by Dr. Monica Rodriguez
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Faculty Colloquiums give Lyon faculty an opportunity to present their research on a variety of topics. These presentations are free and open to the public.
Rita Wiley Artist Reception
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Check out the art of Rita Wiley from Ash Flat, featured in the windows of Gallery 246 September through October. Here the artist discuss her work during an artist reception on October 20, from 5-7 pm.
Lyon College Theatre presents "White Desert"
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Lyon College Theatre presents "White Desert" by Maxwell Anderson. General admission is $5 for adults and $3 for senior citizens/students. Admission is free for Lyon College students, faculty, and staff.
Artoberfest
Batesville Area Arts Council presents Artoberfest. Artist booths, sidewalk calk competition, live music, and more. - Save the Date! More details to come.
Nightmare on Main
12:00 AM
Halloween parade, costume contest and a street “monster dance.” -Save the date! More details to come.
Trunk or Treat and Chili Cookoff 2023
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join North Heights Church of Christ for their fall Trunk or Treat and Chili Cookoff on Sunday, October 22nd at 5 pm.
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
Recipe Exchange Club: Halloween Treats
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us every fourth Tuesday at 11am for Recipe Exchange Club! Please bring a dish and the recipe so we can share ideas! October's recipe theme is Halloween Treats.
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
Haunting Main Street
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Journey into the Halloween haunted history of Main Street Batesville and surrounding blocks. Stories by the fireplace followed by a walking tour exploring the ghost sorties and legends of Batesville. Free to attend and all are ages welcome. RSVP is ...
ScotsFest
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lyon College, located in Batesville, hosts the Arkansas Scottish Festival, one of the premier Scottish festivals in the United States. Established in 1979 as the Highland Games, the festival is emblematic of the College, its Scottish heritage, and its ...
Fun and Safe Halloween
12:00 AM
Main Street Batesville's trick or treating event. Save the date! More details to come.
Halloween Family Day
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Free admission to the Old Independence Regional Museum on October 28th for Halloween Family Day. Trick-or-treat around the museum, stop by various craft stations and participate in the costume contest at 2 p.m.
Tabletop Gaming at the Library
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Every fourth Saturday of the month Independence County Library and NEA Gamer's Guild host a tabletop gaming day from 11 am to 4 pm. A play-to-win game is offered every gaming day. All ages and abilities welcome.
Fall Festival
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Free Fall Festival hosted by Ruddell Hill Baptist Church with hayrides, food, bounce house, games, giveaways, and more! Everything is free!
Trunk or Treat and Motorcycle/Car Show
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Trunk or treat for the kids featuring a motorcycle and car show at Riverside Park. For more information or participate in the show visit the Facebook page.
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
Fall Choral Concert
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Lyon College's Fall Choral Concert. Free and open to the public.
Homesteading Classes at Old Independence Regional Museum
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
You ae sure to learn something new at each of our homesteading classes the first Saturday of the month. Every class we will discuss food preservation (fermenting, canning, dehydrating, et cetera) as a local expert discusses a topic corresponding to the ...
Trivia Night
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Humane Society of Independence County presents Trivia Night - Save the Date! More details to come.
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
Chunky Blanket Class
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Come learn how to make a chunky blanket in this three hour class. All materials provided. $85 class fee. Register online HERE.
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
Homeschool Classes at OIRM
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Homeschooling classes at Old Independence Regional Museum give your children ages 5-18 a great interactive afternoon to learn about the world around them. Our theme for the next few years is “Decades of Progress”. We began in 1820 when Batesville was ...
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
Faculty Colloquium: Dr. Eric Smith
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Faculty Colloquiums give Lyon faculty an opportunity to present their research on a variety of topics. These presentations are free and open to the public.
The Nutcracker
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
You will be transported to a magical world of dancing Sugar Plums, a Mouse King and Toy Soldiers. Follow Clara on her journey filled with interesting characters, amazing costumes and beautiful scenery. This classical ballet is loved by audiences of all ...
Community Christmas Craft Show and Yard Sale
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Lyon College will host a Community Christmas Craft Show and Yard Sale on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Crescent parking lot in front of Brown Fine Arts Building on the Lyon College campus, 2300 Highland Rd., Batesville. Individuals, ...
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
Small Business Saturday
Main Street Batesville presents Small Business Saturday - Save the Date! More details to come.
Light Up Downtown
Main Street Batesville presents Light Up Downtown - Save the Date! More details to come.
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
Hope for the Holidays 5K
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The race is being held to honor the memory of Garrett Yeager beloved friend, son, brother and father. All proceeds will be donated in his memory to Special Olympics of Batesville and Our Fathers Table. Our Father's Table is a hunger charity operating ...
Santa's Pancake Breakfast
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Get the holiday season started with Santa's Pancake Breakfast at Cedar Ridge! The Cedar Ridge PTO is hosting the 7th Annual Santa's Pancake Breakfast! This event will take place on December 2, 2023 and feature student performers.
Chunky Blanket Class
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Come learn how to make a chunky blanket in this three hour class. All materials provided. $85 class fee. Register online HERE.
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
Ye Olde Madrigal Feaste
12:00 AM
Southside High School’s annual production, the “Ye Olde Christmasse Madrigal Feaste” will be held December 7 and 8. In the style of “Merrie Olde England,” with Renaissance costumes, decorations, drama, and fanfares, the Southside High School choirs ...
Old Fashioned Christmas
Main Street Batesville presents Old Fashioned Christmas - Save the Date! More details to come.
Kiwanis Christmas Parade
Main Street Batesville presents Kiwanis Christmas Parade - Save the Date! More details to come.
Christmas Craft Day & Santa
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Join Old Independence Regional Museum as we welcome Santa Claus! Visit with Santa during OIRM's Christmas Craft Day. While Santa is only available a limited time (11:00 - 1:00) on December 9, you can create beautiful Christmas gifts and decorations ...
Polar Express
Our biggest community event of the year is the POLAR EXPRESS. It’s holiday fun for all ages, with cookies and treats, games to play, hot chocolate to enjoy, a free gift to every visitor, a train ride, and of course…A FREE PICTURE WITH SANTA!
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
Chunky Blanket Class
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Come learn how to make a chunky blanket in this three hour class. All materials provided. $85 class fee. Register online HERE.
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.
Santa's Coming to Batesville
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Visit Santa Claus at Southern Bank on December 15th 3pm-5pm.
Wassail Walk
Main Street Batesville presents Wassail Walk - Save the Date! More details to come.
Santa Claus at the Library
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Come take your picture with Santa! Santa will be at the Independence County Library (3rd floor) on December 16th from 11am-2pm.
Coffee & Colors for Adults
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Every Tuesday join other adults at the library to gather for free coffee, coloring, and conversation. All supplies provided free of charge.
Line Dancing at the Library
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Line Dancing every Wednesday at noon! No experience required; all ages and abilities welcome.