| Events
From hot rods to craft shows, Mena and its Ouachita Mountains showcase unique and fascinating collections! You can also enjoy art and theater and open-air bluegrass concerts. Take the time to visit with these people and learn fascinating facts about their "work", and the passion they have for their cars, crafts, and music. Be inspired on your Ouachita vacation! To add your event, email us at events@gomenaarkansas.com.
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| From 5/28/2008 To 7/30/2008 |
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953
479-394-3880
www.southwestartists.org
This open show is for any artist, any subject, any media. You may enter work that has been shown before with a limit of 4 entries. No entry fee! The gallery opens at 10:00 AM.
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| From 7/21/2008 To 7/26/2008 |
Queen Wilhelmina State Park (479) 394-2863
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com
www.queenwilhelmina.com
Arkansas State Parks are well known for their quality summer day camps. This week, children ages 7-10 will have personal encounters with the natural world through guided hikes, interactive talks, crafts and games. Roundtrip transportation is provided from the nearby town of Mena each day. Space is limited and reservations are required.
Admission: $60
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM daily |
| From 7/26/2008 To 7/26/2008 |
Susan Andrews
Cossatot River State Park Natural Area
1980 Hwy 278 West
Wickes, AR 71973
870-385-2201
10:00 AM Incredible Journey (45 Minutes)
Where will the water you drink this morning be tomorrow? Do you know the five basic concepts of the water cycle? Meet Park Interpreter Flanary to finding these questions and embark on a journey of your own as a water molecule and see where you end up.
Meeting Place: Visitor Center's Classroom
2:00 PM Snorkeling Adventure (1 Hour)
Snorkel the Cossatot River and observe the underwater life while enjoying the clean, clear, cool water. Snorkel equipment provided. Wear appropriate clothing for swimming. Minimum age is 6.
Meeting Place: Sandbar Campground Information Board
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| From 7/26/2008 To 7/26/2008 |
Jim (Big Bear) Huff
479-394-5377
bigbearsopry@aol.com
The Areas Premiere Family Entertainment Event! Classic Rock-n-Roll Night! 50's and 60's Classic Rock-n-Roll. Don't miss this show. Great Rock-n-Roll, Mo-Town, Southern Rock and hits you grew up with. This show is always a crowd favorite.
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Mena Middle School Auditorium
Shows are subject to change without notice, so be sure and check our web page. |
| From 7/27/2008 To 7/27/2008 |
Susan Andrews
Cossatot River State Park Natural Area
1980 Hwy 278 West
Wickes, AR 71973
870-385-2201
9:00 AM Life at the Falls (1 Hour)
Come and be amazed at what life (plant and animal) survives in the harsh environment of Cossatot Falls. Meet Park Interpreter Walker to discover these life creatures.
Meeting Place: Cossatot Falls Information Board
11:00 AM Macro-Intertebrate Hunt (1 Hour)
What creepy crawly things live in the river? Join Park Interpreter Walker to investigate these creepy crawly creatures.
Meeting Place: Sandbar Campground Information Board
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| From 7/30/2008 To 9/10/2008 |
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953
479-394-3880
www.southwestartists.org
With digital processes making photography cheaper every day, this show is one of our most popular. The gallery opens at 10:00 AM. |
| From 8/7/2008 To 8/9/2008 |
John Puckett (479) 394-1238
520 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953
info@gomenaarkansas.com
www.visitmena.com
Bronc riding, bucking bulls calf scrambles, and calf roping ar just a few of the traditional features of this annual rodeo. There is also a Queen's Contest, parade, dance, the always funny rodeo clowns, and plenty of good food.
Admission: $6 adults; $4 children
Time: 8:00 PM nightly
Location: Polk County Fairgrounds |
| From 8/8/2008 To 8/8/2008 |
| The "Handi-capable Rodeo" will be at the Polk County Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend. For information on participating at this event or sponsoring this event contact PCDC or Wendy Strothers at 394-5592 Participants get to do roping, riding and Dancing. A great time is had by all. |
| From 8/8/2008 To 8/8/2008 |
| The "Handi-capable Rodeo" will be at the Polk County Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend. For information on participating at this event or sponsoring this event contact PCDC or Wendy Strothers at 394-5592 Participants get to do roping, riding and Dancing. A great time is had by all. |
| From 8/9/2008 To 8/9/2008 |
Jim (Big Bear) Huff
479-394-5377
bigbearsopry@aol.com
The Areas Premiere Family Entertainment Event! Back to Great Country music!
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Mena Middle School Auditorium
Shows are subject to change without notice, so be sure and check our web page. |
| From 8/22/2008 To 8/23/2008 |
LeAnn Dilbeck (479) 394-8355
Mena A & P Commission
520 Mena ST
Mena, AR 71953
info@gomenaarkansas.com
www.visitmena.com
Classic cars everywhere! Mena's downtown is host to this event on Friday and Saturday night. Activities include street dance, concessions, vendors, music and much more.
Admission: Free
Location: Dowtown Mena |
| From 8/23/2008 To 8/24/2008 |
Queen Wilhelmina State Park
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
(479) 394-2863
queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com
www.queenwilhelmina.com
Restored and modified hot rods will be displayed by clubs and individuals. Hear the low growl of the engines and see your reflection in the split-shined exteriors. Which car is your favorite? You won't know until you come see them!
Admission: Free
Location: Queen Wilhelmina State Park |
| From 8/27/2008 To 8/30/2008 |
John Puckett (479) 394-1238
520 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953
info@gomenaarkansas.com
www.visitmena.com
Experience the lights, thrill, and excitement of the County Fair! Livestock show, 4-H exhibits, commercial building, school arts and crafts, Home Extension displays, midway, and carnival rides. Of course, there is cotton candy and much more!
Admission: $2
Location: Polk County Fairgrounds
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| From 8/30/2008 To 9/1/2008 |
Queen Wilhelmina State Park (479) 394-2863
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com
www.queenwilhelmina.com
Live butterflies can be viewed up close! Park interpreters will offer programs, hikes, and activities about these beautiful insects. Learn why butterflies flock to the mountain and how to attract them to your yard. Contact the park for a detailed program schedule.
Admission: Free
Location: Queen Wilhelmina State Park |
| From 9/5/2008 To 9/6/2008 |
Queen Wilhelmina State Park (479) 394-2863
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com
www.queenwilhelmina.com
Join amateur ("ham") radio operators from the four-state area to swap equipment and information related to this important method of emergency communication. The elevation of Rich Mountain makes Queen Wilhelmina State Park an ideal location for this event.
Admission: Free
Location: Queen Wilhelmina State Park |
| From 9/10/2008 To 10/8/2008 |
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953
479-394-3880
www.southwestartists.org
Theme show feauturing motorcycles, antique cars, bikes, or anything with wheels as the subject. Any media, any ages with a "wheels" theme welcome. Two and three dimensional work must include a wheel subject of some type. The gallery opens at 10:00 AM. |
| From 10/9/2008 To 10/15/2008 |
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953
479-394-3880
www.southwestartists.org
The artists of the Ouachita Studio Tour will have their art on display at the gallery. This year's art trail has some great artists, some well known around the state, country, and the world. The gallery opens at 1:00 PM. |
| From 10/15/2008 To 11/26/2008 |
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953
479-394-3880
www.southwestartists.org
The premier fall art show! With both 2D and 3D fine arts media including photography and computer generated work, the show promises to be an interesting and eclectic mix of the finest works of the region. Adults may enter 3 per category. Youth and children may enter a maximum of 4 for the show. The gallery opens at 10:00 AM.
For more information check out our website. |
| From 10/15/2008 To 10/19/2008 |
Christian Motorcyclists Association
Location: Iron Mountain
115 Iron Mountain Lane (on HWY 71 S)
Hatfield, AR 71945
Telephone: 870-389-6196
Camping: tent: $4 or $8
RV: $15 or $18
events@cmausa.org
www.cmausa.org/events
CMA's annual "homecoming" event, open to everyone. Family style revival and camp meeting setting with daily morning and evening services for adults, youth and children. Afternoon motorcycle rides through scenic Ouachita National Forest region of west central Arkansas. Vendors and camping on-site. Friday evening concert featuring Avalon. Saturday parade into Mena immediately followed by entertaining Bike Games and ice cream social. Contact CMA for a detailed event program. |
| From 10/17/2008 To 11/2/2008 |
An Agatha Christie murder mystery. One of the most famous of all her plays and one that audience will find intriguing. Don't miss it!
Admission: TBA
Show times: Evening performances: 7:30 PM
Sunday matinee: 2:30 PM
All dates subject to change.
No shows October 20th-23rd and 27th-30th
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| From 10/18/2008 To 10/18/2008 |
Mena Intermountain Airport
9 am until 6 pm
Enjoy an airplane ride soaring above the Ouachitas spectacular Fall Foliage. The event also features a car-motorcycle-truck-airplane show, BBQ cook-off, live entertainment, arts and crafts, burnout competition, bike games, parachuters, chicken calling contest, duck races, golf ball drop and of course all of your favorite festival foods. This is a perfect family event! Bring your lawn chair and spend the day. Sponsored by the Mena Polk County Chamber of Commerce (www.MenaPolkChamber.com).
Call 479-394-2912 for more information. |
| From 11/26/2008 To 1/7/2009 |
Mena Art Gallery
607 Mena Street
Mena, AR 71953
479-394-3380
www.southwestartists.org
All entries for the show will be priced to sell! This show is non-judged with no entry fee! For more information visit our website. |
| From 12/5/2008 To 12/14/2008 |
A Christmas Carol is a story of an old and bitter Ebeneezer Scrooge, who undergoes a profound experience of redemption over the course of one evening. Mr. Scrooge is a money-changer who has devoted his life to the accumulation of weatlh. He holds anything other than money in contempt, including friendship, love and the Christmas season.
Admission: TBA
Show times: Evening performances: 7:30 PM
Sunday matinees: 2:30 PM
All dates are subject to change.
No shows December 8th - 11th. |
| From 12/21/2008 To 12/24/2008 |
Queen Wilhelmina State Park (479) 394-2863
3877 Highway 88 West
Mena, AR 71953
queenwilhelmina@arkansas.com
www.queenwilhelmina.com
Join us for a family fun Christmas on the mountain. We will have wagon rides, tree decorating, crafts, caroling, concerts and more. Contact the park for more details.
Admission: Free
Location. Queen Wilhelmina State Park |
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