Get ready for a show in the sky! The Labor Day Fireworks display will be held Sunday, August 31, on Lake Hamilton. Get a front row seat to the magic in the area surrounding the Highway 7 bridge. The fireworks will be launched from barges in the middle of the lake on the east side of Highway 7, at the first Highway 7 bridge opposite the DoubleTree Hot Springs Hotel. TUNE
Special thanks to local artist Gary Simmons for his timeless depiction of the vibrant personalities behind Gallery Walk. We love revisiting this piece from our archives—a lively reminder of the creativity and spirit as seen through Gary’s timeless lens. Odds are, you’ll spot many of these familiar characters on August 1 as we celebrate 36 years of Gallery Walk together. A Heartfelt Congratulations to our Incredible Galleries! For 432 consecutive
The annual free public Independence Day fireworks display on Lake Hamilton will be held Friday, July 4, at dark. The fireworks will be launched from the middle of Lake Hamilton from barges located on the east side of Highway 7 at the first Highway 7 bridge opposite the Doubletree Hot Springs. The display will be synced with music on radio station 97.5 FM US97 Country. In case of rain, the
Boomers found solace in Robert Crumb’s Zap Comix. By David Malcolm Rose Crystal Bridges features a long wall of large, simplistic canvases. Every museum that touches on Modern Art has a similar collection. Color field paintings by Clyfford Still and Mark Rothko are a must. One of Barnett Newman’s stripes, Stella’s geometric patterns, Gottliebe’s floating shapes, a thinly stained, and a blank canvas usually round out the field. These paintings date
Bridge St. LIVE! (BSL) returns every Thursday in June from 5 PM – 10 PM. Get ready to move to the music in Hot Springs’ Bridge Street LIVE! Entertainment District! BSL presents four FREE concerts, block-party style in downtown Hot Springs, featuring art vendors, food, drinks, and more. The Entertainment District will open at 5 PM with DJ Courier Coleman each week. Music starts at 7 PM. Bridge St. LIVE!
Artwork by Zachary Christian, a career firefighter, husband, and father. He is a self-taught cartoonist, and this is his second published artwork. By Lana Pierce Fireworks kill only 8-10 Americans annually, but they injure and maim thousands—especially in the South. January and July see the most injuries. July alone often accounts for almost 2/3 of a year’s total reported injuries. (There is no telling how many injuries go unreported!) Despite increased
The Den offers a comfortable and engaging atmosphere, perfect for gathering with friends on Friday and Saturday evenings. 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. Churchill’s Fine Cigars has found its permanent
The Den: A New Evening Experience in Hot Springs Churchill’s Fine Cigars, a Hot Springs institution for 18 years, is excited to announce the opening of its new outdoor lounge, The Den. The Den offers a relaxed and engaging atmosphere for cigar enthusiasts and friends to gather on Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:00 to 11:00 PM. Patrons enter through Churchill’s at 633 E. Grand Avenue and proceed to the
Enjoy free outdoor concerts in June. Four crowd-favorite bands are scheduled in June as the Bridge Street LIVE free concert series returns to the Bridge Street Entertainment District in downtown Hot Springs. “This year’s lineup is really a return of Hot Springs’ favorite performances,” Visit Hot Springs Special Events Manager Alexis Hampo said. “We’re going to feature King Cabbage Brass Band, Pink Piano Show, Funkytown, and Manhattan, all of whom
Tickets are on sale now for the 21st annual Valley of the Vapors Independent Music Festival (VOV) happening March 14-16, 2025. Taking place right here in downtown Hot Springs, Low Key Arts will present three stacked nights of electrifying underground music from around the world, live on stage at the beautiful and historic Whittington Place, 301 Whittington Ave. VOV 2025 welcomes an incredible lineup featuring Baths (Los Angeles), Dusted (Toronto),
Raise a Glass for Great Rewards! Arkansas has a craft brewery industry that’s consistently growing. You’ll find foamy brews in rural locations as well as urban venues. The Arkansas Craft Beverage Pass gives access to discounts and rewards with check-ins at participating breweries, wineries, and distilleries across the state. There are no apps to download to get started. When you sign up, the pass is instantly delivered via text and
by Pam ClarkA big thank you to photographer extraordinaire Pam Clark for the delightful Santa photo! He’s waiting to meet you out at Garvan Woodland Gardens in Hot Springs. Wishing you a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, a joyful Kwanzaa, and a blessed holiday season! (Did we cover all of them?) It’s been such a pleasure working with you all this year, and we’re truly grateful for your support and collaboration.
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“Moku Playland” Photo of Kate Zunick Courtesy of Hot Springs Sister City Kate Zunick relaxes in one of the most beloved features of the Moku Playland exhibit — a giant wooden “hot springs” tub filled with hundreds of smooth wooden balls inspired by the bubbling thermal waters of Hot Springs. Hidden somewhere among the
Moku Playland Pop-Up Opens June 1 with Interactive, Screen-Free Fun for Families Families and visitors to downtown Hot Springs will have the opportunity to experience a unique style of hands-on play this summer as Moku Playland opens June 1 for a special month-long pop-up at 831 Central Avenue. Open Thursday-Tuesday
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,
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
