Ozark Gateway Tourist Council

10/02/2024

The weather may be cooler, but it’s a great time to float the Spring River and enjoy Arkansas in the fall. Let Many Islands help you with all of your kayaking and canoeing needs.

10/02/2024

10/01/2024

Loving the Mommy & Me tiny house at Jackson Farm!

Our Mommy & Me tiny house provides a private and cozy atmosphere to take care of all of baby’s needs at the farm 💕

10/01/2024

A cute visitor at the Ozark Folk Center with his 🌰

10/01/2024

The month of October sure is a busy one, make your plans to be downtown this fall 🍁 🍃 🍂 🍁

10/01/2024

If you're looking for a unique place to stay in the heart of downtown Melbourne, The Ashley House is your place! You can't miss the cozy yellow cottage right before you hit the downtown square, located at 240 E. Main in Melbourne. Book your suite today by calling 870-368-4577 or head to ashleyhousehotelmelbournearkansas.com for more information.

09/30/2024

This will be a great event.

🚨 The countdown to King of the Crag 2024 starts NOW! 🚨

Get ready for an epic adventure as we kick off 12 days of excitement leading up to the event! From an incredible day climbing to live music, award winning beans, killer prize packages, bonfires and more—this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Stay tuned every day for highlights, updates, and important info about parking, camping, and how YOU can be crowned the King or Queen of the Crag! 👑

📅 Mark your calendars: Saturday, Oct. 12th
📍 Location: Jamestown Crag

Let’s get the countdown started! ⏳

09/30/2024

Lyon College will welcome world-renowned pianist Dr. Teresa Walters for a special concert on Sunday, Oct. 20, at 2 p.m. in Sloan Auditorium, located in the Brown Fine Arts Building on the Batesville campus, 2300 Highland Rd.

Admission is free and open to the public.
For more information about this event, head to ozarkgateway.com.

09/28/2024

Unexplained Arkansas is at the Independence County Library talking about their podcast.

09/28/2024

Buy online & save $$$!🎟️

09/27/2024

Wanna have some fun! Get your dancing shoes on and head to Crown Lake! Its the place to be this weekend!

💃🏻🕺🏼Get ready to swing to the timeless tunes of the Forever Young Band at Crown Lake Resort! 🎶

Join us this Saturday from 7-9 PM at the RV Park Stage for a magical evening of live music and dancing!

It’s free entry and loads of fun – just don't forget to bring your chair! Let’s make it a night to remember.

09/27/2024

It’s that time of year! Get the kiddos ready for a great time at Jackson Farm. So much to do and see!

Buy online & save $$$!🎟️

09/26/2024

Lyon College will launch its 2024-25 Convocation speaker series with a lecture by Dr. Denver Brunsman, associate professor and chair of the history department at George Washington University, on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 4 p.m

Read more here: https://ozarkgateway.com/lyon-college-will-launch-its-2024-25-convocation-speaker-series-with-a-lecture-by-dr-denver-brunsman-associate-professor-and-chair-of-the-history-department-at-george-washington-university-on-thurs/

09/25/2024

Powhatan Historic State Park will host a Bookbinding Workshop on Saturday, October 5
More information available here: https://ozarkgateway.com/powhatan-historic-state-park-will-host-a-bookbinding-workshop-on-saturday-october-5/

09/24/2024

Discover the rich heritage and natural beauty of Cherokee Village this Thursday, September 26 as they celebrate Oktoberfest 5 - 8 PM.
There will be live music, in the Gazebo, bratwurst, pretzels and beer will be on sale to benefit the fall fundraiser for the Innovation Hub.
For more information head to www.innovatespringriver.com

09/24/2024

Calico Rock offers a variety of things to do on any given day, and you can even visit a ghost town while you're there! Stop by the Calico Rock Museum and learn all about what this little gem of a town has to offer!

09/23/2024

If you're in Cherokee Village, visit Carol's Lakeview Restaurant for a wonderful atmosphere, great food and service!

09/23/2024

What a fun way to kick off the Halloween season!

09/21/2024

09/20/2024

Race fans, get ready for the Mid America IMCA Stock Car Championehip September 26-28, 2024

UPDATE -
The SCHOENFELD HEADERS MID-AMERICA IMCA STOCK CAR CHAMPIONSHIP event that pays $10,000 to win, has been RE-SCHEDULED for OCTOBER 10-11-12, 2024, due to the forecast of heavy rains over the weekend.
We will be updating with more details soon.
This event will be in conjunction with the RACE FOR HOPE 71.

09/20/2024

One month remains until Lyon College's ScotsFest (Arkansas Scottish Festival + Homecoming) returns from Oct. 18-20. Join us for a weekend filled with bagpipes, kilts, and Highland fun. Let the countdown to an unforgettable Scottish experience begin!

View this year’s event schedule and learn more about ScotsFest at https://www.arscottishfest.com/!

09/20/2024

Don’t miss this fun car show!

09/19/2024

Lyon College has announced a partnership with Polk & Paddle, a new private club in downtown Batesville.