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Christmas Parade December 8 

November 29, 2025

Join the Oaklawn Rotary Club of Hot Springs for a festive evening of dazzling lights, joyful music, and community spirit at this year’s parade. The theme is ”Toy Trains & Candy Canes,” so expect to see creative floats inspired by classic holiday toys and sweet treats, and catch the Arkansas Diamonds Arena Football players sitting in as Grand Marshals.  Mark your calendars for Monday, December 8, at 6:30 PM and bring the whole family to

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Winter Wonder on Ouachita Avenue: Side-town Prepares for Small Business Shoppers this Season  

November 29, 2025

By Lana Pierce “We didn’t even know about Ouachita Avenue!” The phrase is repeated by tourists and locals lately. Those who’ve been familiar with the stretch of Sidetown over the years often note, “It’s so … different!”  Yes and no. Ouachita, the historic commercial corridor connecting Central Avenue to West Grand, reminds me of what downtown used to feel like: nostalgic, friendly, free of chain stores and chintz. But as new

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Explore Hot Springs’ Vibrant Nightlife 

November 28, 2025

When the sun dips below the Ouachita Mountains, Hot Springs reveals a vibrant and surprisingly diverse nightlife scene waiting to be explored. From cozy dive bars and bustling craft breweries to cocktail lounges and venues pulsing with live music, there’s an after-dark adventure suited for every mood.  Whether you’re looking to unwind with a local pint or dance the night away, get ready to discover a city overflowing with after-dark

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Gobble, Sip, Repeat: Museum’s Taste of the Holidays Turns 24 

November 3, 2025

This year marks the 24th year for Taste of the Holidays.  Enjoy festive bites and sips from some of Hot Springs’ best restaurants, breweries, and caterers.  Mid-America Science Museum will host its 24th Annual Taste of the Holidays on Thursday, November 20, from 6 – 9 PM. The event is presented by Ellis & Moore, CPAs, with additional support from Oaklawn Hot Springs and AAR Corp.  Taste of the Holidays

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Rocking the Hot Springs Nightlife 

October 31, 2025

When the sun dips below the Ouachita Mountains, Hot Springs reveals a vibrant and surprisingly diverse nightlife scene waiting to be explored. From cozy dive bars and bustling craft breweries to cocktail lounges and venues pulsing with live music, there’s an after-dark adventure suited for every mood.  Whether you’re looking to unwind with a local pint or dance the night away, get ready to discover a city overflowing with after-dark

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Go Green in 98 Feet: St. Pat’s Parade Wants You! 

October 31, 2025

Can This Crowd Get Any Wilder? Just Watch!  It’s a mere five months to the 23rd edition of the World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade on 98-foot Bridge Street in downtown Hot Springs.  “We’re now accepting entries for the First Ever 23rd Annual edition of the parade,” said Visit Hot Springs CEO Steve Arrison, founder of the huge little parade that now attracts worldwide attention to the city. “We haven’t

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–About the Cover 

September 30, 2025

The Cowboy  October’s Issue Is Here—Packed with Local Flavor and Film Fest Highlights!  Our October issue is brimming with exciting events, creative energy, and community celebrations. We’re honored once again to feature the official 16-page Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival Guide, spotlighting the festival and its incredible lineup.  This month’s cover features an evocative photo from the American West taken by Tom Bergmann, cinematographer of the fascinating new documentary The

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OSEES Live in the Ozarks 

September 29, 2025

October skies are the perfect setting for this energetic concert in the park.  Low Key Arts is proud to present the one and only OSEES live in Hot Springs on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Cedar Glades Park. Support will be provided by DMBQ, all the way from Tokyo, Japan.   OSEES, an American rock band, is based in Los Angeles. Originally the solo recording project of John Dwyer, the band

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Tickets on Sale NOW for OSEES at Cedar Glades Park 

September 8, 2025

Low Key Arts is proud to present the one and only OSEES live in Hot Springs on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Cedar Glades Park. Support will be provided by DMBQ, all the way from Tokyo, Japan.   OSEES is an American rock band based in Los Angeles. Originally the solo recording project of John Dwyer, the band has evolved through numerous line-up and name changes since its founding, with Dwyer

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Live Music Every Saturday Night in September at The Den 

September 6, 2025

Saturday nights in September will feature local guitarist Tommy Stanco at The Den.  Cigar enthusiasts, get ready to relax and unwind at The Den, a brand-new cigar lounge now open behind Churchill’s Fine Cigars at 633 East Grand Avenue.  This inviting space offers a comfortable and engaging atmosphere, perfect for gathering with friends on Friday and Saturday evenings.  Every Saturday night in September, The Den will enjoy live music from

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About the Cover . . . 

July 26, 2025

“Jackson in the Garden”  by Susan Baker Chambers  We were just minding our own business when we heard some unmistakable growly-howly-whining.  Turns out Jackson—lounging in Susan’s garden—was feeling a little snubbed after Irma McLeod’s Black Flower landed the July cover. Equal time was in order. So, August is officially dedicated to the canine world, with none other than Jackson as our cover dawg.  From the looks of his pose, Jackson

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Japanese Action Comic Punk Band from Outer Space Returns to Spa-Con 

July 25, 2025

Peelander-Z descends from outer space to Spa-Con for the opening night concert.  Get ready for some weirdness hijinks. Peelander–Z, the Japanese action comic punk band from outer space, descends on Hot Springs once again for a Friday evening opening-night concert September 19, for the Ninth Spa-Con comics and pop culture convention in Hot Springs. The convention runs from September 19 through 21.  “Peelander-Z played the very first Spa-Con and we

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The Hot Springs Fire Department entry nears the finish line in the 2025 Running of the Tubs. — Courtesy Visit Hot Springs  The lineup is complete for the 2026 Stueart Pennington World Championship Running of the Tubs bathtub races through historic downtown Hot Springs. The race starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday,

Yoga: Two Months at The Yoga Place 

Where are we?” Missy Conry and Melissa Stevens  By Missy Conry & Melissa StevensCan you spot where we took this picture? Take a selfie in front of the same mural and text to 501-651-0545 for a free drop-in class! You can also text us for hints if you need a clue.  As we reflect