ARTS & THE PARK
2026The Hot Springs Area Cultural Alliance (HSACA) welcomes you to the Arts & The Park 2026 festival, a 10-day celebration of the arts with live performances, captivating art exhibits, interactive play, culinary experiences, workshops, art labs, poetry readings, gallery walks, and studio tours across the downtown Hot Springs community.
In support of celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary, HSACA proclaims this year “We The Arts” as its annual theme, a play on words from the preamble to the Constitution of the United States of America, to show how art unifies us through our varied experiences, and represents its beautiful melting-pot of people.
Now in its second decade, Arts & The Park is designed to make the arts easy to access for locals and visitors alike, with most events free and family-friendly.
Featured Events
FESTIVAL EVENTS
April 24 - May 3
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An exclusive opening night experience welcoming artist Patrick Shearn for a conversation about his stunning art installation, "Where the Wind Lives."
Sponsored by Garvan Woodland Gardens,
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An unveiling of the 2026 Art Moves outdoor exhibit, adorning the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail, depicting an array of American artistry influences.
In partnership with Hot Springs Arts Advisory.
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An opportunity to own a piece of Arkansas history, bidding to win an original Art Moves 2025 artist panel curated and previously adorning the Greenway Trail.
In partnership with Kollective Coffee + Tea.
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An interactive 2-days of play, outdoor festival bursting with talented fine artists, kid's events and workshops, art labs and demos, activities, and live entertainment.
Sponsored by Arvest, and Dorothy Morris.
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A stage filled for two days of music, theatre, awards, dance, and dance. Make plans to stay for music after hours Saturday night, enjoy dinner, dancing, and drinks.
Sponsored Oaklawn and Arvest.
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A time to meet talented artists and their creative work that represent a large selection of mediums and styles, curated for the public to enjoy and shop their beautiful work.
Sponsored by Oaklawn.
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An annual sidewalk chalk event during Arts & The Park, Arts Springs weekend. This free, judged sidewalk chalk event is for all ages. K -12th grade, and teams.
In partnership with Hot Springs Schools.
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A spectator or participant experience, experiencing the artistry of block printing, leveling up by using a 2 ton steamroller, leaving an impression with everyone.
In partnership with Emergent Arts.
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An experience worth tasting at Cafe Mi Amor, Cuban-inspired, locally sourced chef’s tasting featuring newly crafted dishes and dessert from Stay Pastry.
Limited Tickets | Register, $45 per person.
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An interactive seminar hosted by Statements for the Home, exploring personalities and stories to discover and define your best design style.
Limited Seating | Register To Reserve.
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An epic event known for being the longest-running consecutive weekly open mic series in the country, featuring New Mexico poet, Zachary Kluckman.
In partnership with Kollective Coffee + Tea.
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An annual music performance, showcasing their collage of talents along with guest appearance from the Hot Springs Children's Dance Theatre.
In partnership with New York IBLA Foundation.
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An exploration of local art galleries, first Friday each month, enjoying curated exhibits, featured artists, and experience the heart of Hot Springs arts & culture scene.
In partnership with Visit Hot Springs.
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An adventure to meet the creators who call Hot Springs home, sharing their sacred space, speaking of their time and talent, welcoming visitors to gain their artistic view.
In partnership with Hot Springs artists.
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Arts & The Park Merchandise
Collect the limited edition Arts & The Park festival merchandise, featuring illustrator, Thomas Green’s selected design representing “We The Arts” theme for 2026.
T-shirts | Pre-order or purchase during the festival.
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View the Arts & The Park 2026 Schedule of Events
A 10-day festival has many opportunities to explore, experience and enjoy. Use our event listings or At-A-Glance view to plan your activities and places you want to be.
SPONSORS