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Independence County knows how to make the most of every season. As summer winds down and families settle into a new school-year routine, there are still plenty of reasons to get outside, explore, and enjoy the longer days.

The GREENWAY TRAIL is a go-to for walkers, runners, and cyclists. LYON COLLEGE has bluff-side hiking and biking trails, disc golf, ropes courses, and more. Gravel riders can explore endless miles of backroads, while GREASY BEND OFF-ROAD PARK offers mud, bluffs, and incredible views of the White River. At JAMESTOWN CRAG, visitors can discover more than 100 climbing routes, miles of hiking trails, campsites, and beautiful sunsets.


There is still time to cool down at the AQUATICS PARK or WEST SPLASH PARK. You can float, paddle, or fish on POKE BAYOU and the WHITE RIVER. Stop by POKE BAYOU OUTFITTERS for the gear and info you need for an adventure-filled day.


Looking for something closer to town? Follow the SWEET TREAT TRAIL, build a personalized itinerary with the EXPERIENCE BUILDER App, shop along Main Street, or enjoy live music and community events. Explore local history at the OLD INDEPENDENCE REGIONAL MUSEUM, catch a movie at the historic MELBA THEATER, or discover classes and programs offered by the BATESVILLE AREA ARTS COUNCIL and the INDEPENDENCE COUNTY LIBRARY. 


The start of school may bring a new routine, but the fun does not have to end. Check the COMMUNITY CALENDAR for festivals, concerts, performances, and family activities happening throughout Independence County.


Summer is not over quite yet. Make the most of these final weeks, enjoy the first hints of a new season, and find your next experience right here.

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Downtown Farmer's Market
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Downtown Farmer's Market
Join us at the Downtown Farmer's Market every Saturday and Wednesday!
H2Go Fun Run
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H2Go Fun Run
Join us on Sat., Aug 22 for a splash at the White River H2GO 2-Mile Fun Run! Walk, jog, or run through Batesville while supporting Alzheimer’s Arkansas.
4th Annual Factory Stock Shootout
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4th Annual Factory Stock Shootout
The 4th Annual Factory Stock Shootout returns to Batesville Motor Speedway on August 28 and 29, 2026!
Retro Classic Softball Tournament
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Retro Classic Softball Tournament
Get ready for a full day of youth softball, classic arcade games, and family fun at the Blast from the Past Retro Classic Softball Tournament on Saturday, September 5.
Dueling Pianos
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Dueling Pianos
Join Main Street Batesville on Friday, September 18, for a night of interactive live music in a charming outdoor setting.
Beer & Food Festival
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Beer & Food Festival
Come celebrate Arkansas craft beer in Downtown Batesville on Saturday, September 19, 1 to 5 p.m.! Taste of Arkansas gathers breweries from all over the state for an afternoon filled with local beer, live music, great food, and community.
A Taste of Batesville
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A Taste of Batesville
Enjoy an afternoon of local flavor at A Taste of Batesville, hosted by the Independence County Library Friends Foundation on Sat., Sept. 19.
31st Annual Mid-America IMCA Stock Car Championship
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31st Annual Mid-America IMCA Stock Car Championship
The 31st Annual Schoenfeld Headers Mid-America IMCA Stock Car Championship returns to Batesville Motor Speedway on September 18 and 19, 2026!
AmigoFest
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AmigoFest
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an afternoon of food, music, family fun, and cultural traditions at AmigoFest on Sat., Sept. 19, at Lyon College.
Little Mania Wrestling
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Little Mania Wrestling
Little Mania Mini Wrestling is coming to the Batesville Community Center for a live wrestling entertainment show on Tuesday, September 22.
Cushman Miners Days
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Cushman Miners Days
Cushman Miners Day will honor the community’s history and celebrate its future on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
99-Lap Enduro Race
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99-Lap Enduro Race
Come see the 99-Lap Enduro at Batesville Motor Speedway on September 26, 2026!
Race for Hope 71
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Race for Hope 71
Join Batesville Motor Speedway for the 10th Annual Race for Hope September 30 through October 3.
Plein Air Festival
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Plein Air Festival
Watch artists capture downtown during five days of painting, demonstrations, exhibitions, and original art sales, the week of Oct. 6–10.
King of the Crag
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King of the Crag
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping adventure at the 13th annual King of the Crag rock climbing competition on Sat., Oct. 10.
Amber Violet live at Polk & Paddle
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Amber Violet live at Polk & Paddle
Spend an evening enjoying live music and delicious food when singer-songwriter Amber Violet performs at Polk & Paddle in Downtown Batesville on Saturday, October 10.
Villains Halloween Pageant
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Villains Halloween Pageant
Get ready for a spooky, creative, and confidence-building day when the Villains Halloween Pageant comes to Batesville on Sunday, October 18!
ScotsFest
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ScotsFest
Experience one of the premier Scottish Festivals in the U.S. on Fri., Oct. 23 through Sun., Oct. 25 at Lyon College.
870 Card-Con
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870 Card-Con
Buy, sell, and trade Pokémon, sports cards, Magic, One Piece, and more at the first-ever 870 Card-Con on Sat., Oct. 24.
Fun and Safe Halloween
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Fun and Safe Halloween
Visit Main Street Batesville for one of Arkansas’s Top Trick-or-Treating Events on Sat., Oct. 31.
Mike Oregano live at Polk & Paddle
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Mike Oregano live at Polk & Paddle
Experience a one-man band unlike anything you have seen before when Mike Oregano performs at Polk & Paddle in Downtown Batesville on Saturday, November 21.
Greasy Bend Off-Road Park
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Greasy Bend Off-Road Park
Greasy Bend Off-Road Park offers endless off-road adventure, with 1,200 acres of mud, sand, rocks, hills, wooded trails, and White River frontage, built for ATV and UTV riders seeking a high-energy outdoor experience.
Batesville Motor Speedway
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Batesville Motor Speedway
The Batesville Motor Speedway provides a fun and fast entertainment in the Batesville area.
Batesville Experience Builder App
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Batesville Experience Builder App
Experience Independence County like an Insider with the all-new Experience Builder app.
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