Community Events
Bethesda Community Center Haunted House
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
🎃👻 Enter if you dare! 👻🎃 The spirits have been restless, and they’re waiting for YOU! This October, the Bethesda Community Center Haunted House returns for its most terrifying season yet. Every Friday and Saturday night, brave souls will venture
Pumpkin Patch
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Located minutes away from Batesville in beautiful Bethesda, Arkansas, the Arkansas Sheriff's Youth Ranches Pumpkin Patch is an absolutely perfect autumnal destination that is fun for the whole family. The Patch includes endless fun with attractions ...
Bruno's Pizzeria Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Bruno’s Pizzeria on Tuesday, October 8th, at 1:00 p.m. at 2489 Harrison Street in Batesville. Bruno's Pizzeria in Batesville is the go-to spot for fresh pizza and ...
HealthFirst Health Event
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Family Health Screenings from 4:30 - 6:30 at the Community Center.
Plein On Main
9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
The Plein on Main competition hosted by Gallery 246 will begin on October 9th with a workshop with Dennis Johnson at the First Community Bank Community Room from 9am - 4pm. The Plein Air will take place on Thursday at noon and then your work will be ...
Lyon College Garner Student Recreation Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for Lyon College Garner Student Recreation Center on Friday, October 11, at 12 p.m. at Becknell Gymnasium 2300 Highland Road in Batesville. Lyon College is a selective ...
Election 2024 Presentation by Skip Rutherford
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Lyon College will welcome political strategist and former dean of the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service, James L. "Skip" Rutherford, for a presentation on the upcoming presidential election on Friday, Oct. 11, at 4 p.m. ...
11th Annual King of the Crag
Mark your calendars and share with your friends! We’re celebrating the 11th Annual King of the Crag the weekend of October 12th! 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
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
For the sevent 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 ...
Bethesda Ride
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Join us for the 4th annual Bethesda Ride! October 12th, 2024 Registration starts at 9 AM - $25 per buggy and driver - $10 for each additional passenger Lunch will be served before the ride at 11 a.m. Door Prize tickets will be drawn after the ride. ...
Artoberfest
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Batesville Area Arts Council will host the seventh annual Artoberfest, an arts and music festival on Main Street, Saturday, October 21st, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. The festival will feature local and regional artist vendors, art demonstrations, live ...
Trivia Night
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a fun night of trivia! All proceeds benefit The Humane Society of Independence Co. Our theme this year is a play off the Wizard of Oz - There's no place like A home! Prizes will be awarded for trivia winners, best table decoration & best ...
“Decades of Progress” - Homeschool Class
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Our homeschool series “Decades of Progress” continues from 12:00 - 4:00 with the 1900s. Learn about history, science, technology, arts and entertainment, and food in the decade that begins the 1900s. We will have hands-on experiments and crafts ...
ScotsFest: 44th Annual Arkansas Scottish Festival + Homecoming
Experience the vibrant culture of Scotland right in the heart of Arkansas at ScotsFest 2024, Independence County’s largest annual festival. During the weekend of Oct. 18-20, the Lyon College campus will come alive with the rich sounds of ...
Eagle Mountain Fall Festival
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
We are excited to announce that the EME FALL FESTIVAL is returning! Join us Friday, October 18 for a night of good food, good fun, and great prizes.
White River Monster Mash
12:00 AM
White River Monster Mash!! ‼️This is the 4th and final round of eXtreme Team Points Series! ‼️Point Series Grand Prize money of $15K in addition to the regular competition prize money! ‼️Live music entertainment from local band Viva la Vynl! ‼️Bring ...
Jay Chafin State Farm Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce will host a relocation ribbon-cutting ceremony for Jay Chafin State Farm. The ceremony will occur on Friday, October 25, at 2 p.m. at 2199 Harrison Street in Batesville. Jay Chafin and his team at State Farm ...
Run the College 5K
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The 3rd annual Run the College 5K on the UACCB campus will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 8 am. UACCB’s mission is to improve lives by empowering the people of North Central Arkansas through education and skills development. Join us for the ...
Gardening Class
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join Master Gardeners as we take on the challenges of planting and maintaining an edible garden. From fruit trees to raised beds, you are sure to learn something new every time you attend. Classes are free and will be every first and fourth Saturday of ...
Palomino Petal's Annual Fall Festival
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Local grown mums, pumpkins galore, fall plants, trees, Fall & Christmas decor, many unique vendors and artists, food trucks, baked goods, children activities, contests, giveaways, music, train rides, bounce houses and all good vibes!!
Teen Only Event: Spooky Saturday
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Teens, you are invited to join us for a day of fun, creativity, and spookiness, with two exciting activities planned. The day kicks off at 11 AM with a Spooky Movie Screening. No reservation is required for this drop-in event, just relax and enjoy a ...
RHBC 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!
Glow In The Dark Jeanne Roepcke Memorial Golf Tournament
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Glow In The Dark Jeanne Roepcke Memorial Golf Tournament ⛳️: Saturday, November 2nd Front 9 begins at 4 p.m. Back 9 begins at dark! All proceeds go towards The Jeanne Roepcke Scholarship that is given out to a senior at Batesville High School. 2 ...
The Delta Symphony Orchestra
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Delta Symphony Orchestra will provide a free community concert, hosted by the Batesville Symphony League, beginning at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 3rd, in Brown Chapel on the Lyon College campus, 2300 Highland Rd. The only professional symphony ...
The Final Vietnam Deployment Presented by RADM Bob Carius
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Independence County Library is honored to welcome Retired Rear Admiral Bob Carius for an insightful presentation titled The Final Vietnam Deployment on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, with hors ...
Midtown Markets Holiday Market
Midtown Market will be hosting their Holiday Market on November 8th & 9th Vendor spaces available for one or both days.
“Decades of Progress” - Homeschool Class
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Our homeschool series “Decades of Progress” continues from 12:00 - 4:00 with the 1900s. Learn about history, science, technology, arts and entertainment, and food in the decade that begins the 1900s. We will have hands-on experiments and crafts ...
Mistletoe Market
6:00 PM - 11:59 PM
We can’t wait to see all of your beautiful faces again! Join us for the second annual Mistletoe Market. With a variety of vendors, enjoy belly-rolling laughs with our comedian from Missouri, tap your foot to our favorite local band, savor delicious ...
Hope for the Holiday 5k & Half Marathon in Memory of Garrett Yeager
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Home School Christmas Craft Day
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Let your child’s imagination run free in this class specifically designed to help students create masterpiece Christmas gifts for their family members. You child will work with fabrics, create paper, craft cards, and/or use natural materials to ...
2025 Business Expo
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce Business Expo is the largest trade show in North Central Arkansas! Held in June, it features food, health and wellness, entertainment, clothing, furniture, mowers, ATVs, and much more! The 2024 ...