UAFS Drennen-Scott Holiday Open House
2019-11-12 00:00 UTC, 2019-12-06 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | AR
Enjoy a Victorian Christmas. Friday, December 6th between 5:30 and 8:30 pm for the UAFS Drennen-Scott Historic Site Victorian Holiday Open House. We will have live Christmas music, a children’s arts and craft project, holiday treats, egg nog, wassail, and plenty of holiday decorations and cheer!Parking is available on site and a shuttle bus will run from the Crawford County Courthouse area where additional parking can be found.
The event is free and open to the public.

VB Public Library's Holiday Bazaar
2019-11-15 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)

'The Western District' play returns to the King Opera House
2019-11-15 18:30 - 22:30 (America/Chicago)
6:30p Door / 7:30 Show, $12 Adv. / $15 DoorThe Western District Play written by Dr. Brandon Chase Goldsmith brings to life a missing part of Fort Smith history. On May 8th, 1871 the Western District Court of Arkansas was moved from Van Buren to the location famously known as Fort Smith’s “Hole in the Wall” saloon, a site that is today occupied by the restaurant, 21 West End. In only fourteen months and twenty days it becomes the most corrupt courthouse in the entire United States. The Western District, takes place during that time period and reveals the true, never before told, story behind the founding of First National Bank and the real reasons why Judge Parker came to the Fort Smith.

Holiday Express Pajama Train
2019-11-29
Enjoy a one hour round trip with Santa and friends. Please check the A & M website for exact details and times. https://amtrainrides.com/schedule/

Small Business Saturday
2019-11-30 10:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago)
Support your local merchants and shop small on Saturday November 30,2019.

CAE Holiday Market
2019-12-05 10:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Please join the Center For Art & Education, December 5th—8th, for our annual Holiday Market!
Shop for one-of-a kind and unique items for your holiday and
year-around gift giving: Fine arts & photography, exquisite glass, handmade stationary, precious metal, stone jewelry, quilts, artisan soaps, handmade candies, woodworking, pottery, stoneware,
ceramics, and more!
Light refreshments provided. The Market is open 10 AM—8 PM daily. Come by and see us!

A Christmas Carol 2019
2019-12-05 19:00 (America/Chicago)

Jingle & Mingle on Main
2019-12-07 10:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Enjoy the magic of Christmas this weekend during Jingle and Mingle on Main with Carriage rides, local merchants shops dressed in their Christmas best and lots more to come!!

Lighting of the Courthouse and Festival of Trees
2019-12-07 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)

M-Pact hosted by VBFAC
2019-12-10 19:00 (America/Chicago)

Holiday for Heroes
2019-12-13 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Proceeds Benefit Christmas Honors Christmas Wreaths for our National Cemetery. In appreciation to veterans and their families so they will never be forgotten.
Enjoy Holiday Entertainment By: Gabrielle Gore Miss OKC’s Outstanding Teen Special Guest: Thesa Loving, Tod Rhoads, Turner Tecmire, Elf, Mr. & Mrs. Santa Clause, and The Sallisaw Middle School Choir.
Tickets $10.00 Adult, & $ 5.00 Children under 12
Call to reserve 479-806-4995 or purchase at the door.

Christmas Parade
2019-12-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Come out and enjoy the Christmas parade, more details to come!

NEW YEARS EVE 2020 BALL DROP
2019-12-16 00:00 UTC, 2019-12-31 18:00 - 2020-01-01 01:00 (America/Chicago)
Come out and shop the Midnight Madness Sale with participating merchants and there will be a Midnight Madness Market in The Main Attraction . The Bands and the Ball drop will be located on 4th Street Downtown Van Buren. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT 479-922-6862

A Very MARVELous Christmas A YAG Alumni Fundraiser Show
2019-12-18 00:00 UTC, 2019-12-20 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Don’t miss it!The YAG alumni Christmas show is back!💥
Over 20 YAG alumni are coming together to create an over the top parody show around your favorite superheroes. Written by YAG alum: Cody Walls, Casey Goodson, and Matt Lee.
This year, Ironman has decided to throw a holiday soirée but poor little Thanos wasn’t invited. See what happens when the party really heats up! 🔥
Show info:
Please note that the recommended age is 12 and up.
Friday, Dec. 20th, 7 pm
Saturday, Dec. 21, 7 pm
King Opera House, Van Buren.
Tickets only available at the door.
Theatre opens 30 minutes prior to the show.
$5 recommended donation, but more us appreciated! A bigger donation means more programs for kids! Yay! 🙌🏼

11th Annual Empty Bowls @ Van Buren High School
2020-01-13 00:00 UTC, 2020-02-27 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
For the ticket price, guests are invited to pick out a handmade ceramic bowl (made by VBHS students and other guest artists) and partake in a symbolic dinner of soup and bread from their special bowl. After dinner, the bowl will be washed so that it may be taken home as a reminder of the “empty bowls” throughout our community and the world. Money raised from ticket sales will be donated to the “Meals for Kids” Backpack program throughout the River Valley through the Community Services Clearinghouse. Empty Bowls is an international effort to raise awareness and funds for food insecurity. In our community, this is a great way to support young people helping other young people through art, charity, food, and community!
Tickets are $15/adult and $7/child. Advanced ticket sales locations TBA!

Echoes Beyond The Veil
2020-01-13 00:00 UTC, 2020-01-18 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Hey, everyone, we’re so excited to finally be able to reveal the location and date for our YouTube premiere of Echoes Beyond The Veil: Episode 1, The Vault. We hope to see everyone at 5 pm or our second showing at 7 pm on January 18, 2020, at The King Opera House in The Beautiful Historic Downtown, Van Buren.
Admission is free!

Jukebox Hosted by Miss K's Dance Bungalo & Miss K
2020-01-13 00:00 UTC
Details:

Miss K’s Dance Bungalow to perform it’s second show and tour.
Just like a jukebox, Miss K’s Dance Bungalow will press the buttons to play your favorite country music tunes!
MKDB will feature all things country in this unique variety show that your family and friends will enjoy!
Get ready to clap your hands and stomp your feet!
~Your Ticket Options~
$15.00 1 Show Ticket, A Western Barque Slider, Taters and a drink!
$10.00 General Show Ticket
$ 5.00 Advance Show Ticket
Dress: Have Fun,wear country and western attire!
*Not mandatory, just be you!

Ride the Train from Van Buren to Winslow
2020-01-18 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
A scenic tour through the Ozark Boston Mountains. Burrow through the quarter mile Winslow tunnel and over a trestle that towers over 125 ft above the ground with views for miles. Corporate & Private Charters, Fundraisers, Gift Certificates, and Group rates. For more information call 1-479-725-4017 or 1-800-687-8600 or visit http://www.amtrainrides.com.

"The Monster Hunters" Presented by C.A.E.
2020-02-04 00:00 UTC

Marty Haggard- A Tribute to My Dad, Merle Haggard
2020-02-04 00:00 UTC
Details

Join Marty Haggard, oldest son of the legendary Merle Haggard, and his Little Big Band, in an intimate setting, sharing music and memories, with a meet & greet after the show. 🎶
$30 General Admission Tickets (includes tax & fees).
Doors open 1:00 PM.
Order online at martyhaggardvanburen.eventbrite.com.
Order by phone at Brow Paper Tickets 1-800-838-3006.*Get local tickets at: Cinders & Smoke, 710 Main Street, Van Buren, AR (479) 922-2030.
Tickets are non-refundable.
Please call 337-794-3113 with any questions.
This is a family friendly event. Alcohol is not allowed.

The Local Color Radio Hour
2020-02-13 00:00 UTC, 2020-03-07 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Spinnin Round Productions and Grand Finale Productions proudly present:
“Its the LOCAL COLOR RADIO HOUR, LIVE! with a spotlight on LOCAL MUSIC, HISTORY, CULTURE, COMEDY, VARIETY, and MORE!”
Featuring MUSIC by Joe Hardin, Maggie Jones, Kevin Jones, The Numskulls!— (Matt McCoy, Steve Kite, Gary Udouj, & Dan Maher) Also starring- Caroline Speir & Greg Hall “Whats On Display” and more, featuring Dennis Siler & Katrina Brandi
Special Musical Guests: Eric Mathews, and La Nueva Imagen de San Luis
Sponsored by Garrison Music Co. FUNDRAISER FOR DRENNEN-SCOTT HOUSE & FS MUSEUM OF HISTORY

Holiday Open House on Main
2020-02-27 00:00 UTC
Start your holiday shopping in Historic Downtown Van Buren. You’ll find something for everyone on your gift list in one of our many specialty shops: from delicious fudges, unique art, distinctive clothing, and specialty foods to repurposed furniture, plus so much more.
So, come enjoy the convenience of shopping downtown and the personal service our merchants always provide!
For more information contact Old Town Merchants Association @ 479-922-6862.

Jingle & Mingle on Main
2020-02-27 00:00 UTC
For more information contact Old Town Merchants Association @ 479-922-6862.

Crawford County Fair
2020-02-28 00:00 UTC
