Hardy, Arkansas

Hardy Trail of Treats & Costume Contest
2025-10-25 16:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | AR
4:00-6:00 p.m. : Trick or treat on Main St. and get firetruck tours at the fire house (203 Church St.)
6:00 p.m.: Costume Contest for children and adults (203 Church St.). Categories:

5 months-4 years
5-8 boy, 5-8 girl
9-13 boy, 9-13 girl
14-17 female, 14-17 male
18 & up male
18 & up female
Best siblings
Best family
Best couple

6:00-9:00 p.m.: Old-fashioned, city-wide trick or treat. Leave your porch lights on to indicate that you are giving out candy.
Phone 870-856-3811 for more information

Music on Main: Christopher Smith
2025-10-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
Saturday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m. in Dr. Thompson Park, the Hardy Advertising & Promotion Commission’s Music on Main series concludes for the season with 2024 Spring River’s Got Talent winner, Christopher Smith.

Fall Gun & Knife Show
2025-11-01 - 2025-11-02 | Hardy Civic Center, 301 West Main Street, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
Sponsored by Main Street Hardy.
Saturday 9:00-5:00, Sunday 9:00-3:00.
More details to come!

Safe Night Ministries Craft Market and Christmas Breakfast
2025-11-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Hardy Civic Center, 301 West Main Street, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
Safe Night Ministries will hold its 3rd Annual Craft Market and Christmas Breakfast at the Hardy Civic Center from 8:00-5:00 on Saturday November 22. Admission is free to enter and shop.

There will be cool stuff and yummy things but, most importantly, this event supports safe night’s important work to support survivors of domestic violence in our community.

Here’s Safe Night’s latest update, with the INCREDIBLE breakfast menu:

We are a couple weeks away from our 3rd Annual Christmas Breakfast & Craft Market!

Breakfast will consist of: biscuits & gravy, sausage and bacon, scrambled eggs, hashbrown casserole, muffins, fruit, juice, coffee, and cocoa!

We have around 40 vendors who plan to set up, jewelry, baked goods, crafts and so much more!

Holiday Lighting of the Civic Center & Visits with Santa
2025-12-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Hardy Civic Center, 301 West Main Street, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
See the lights come on at the Civic Center and in the meadow and have a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus!

Peace on Earth: A Bethlehem Christmas Parade in Hardy
2025-12-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Hardy’s Historic Main Street, 121 Main St., Hardy, 72542
It’s Arkansas’s cutest Christmas parade on Hardy’s Historic Main Street on Saturday, December 13 at 5:30 p.m.
This year’s theme: “Peace on Earth: A Bethlehem Christmas Parade in Hardy.”
CLASSIC CARS, HIGHLAND BAND, SANTA CLAUS
Line-Up: 124 Woodland Hills rd. at 4:30 PM
Register to place: 870-856-3811
Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place!

The Hardy Party's New Year's Eve
2025-12-31 17:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | Old Hardy Gym, 201 School St., Hardy, 72542, United States
Rock the night away at The Spring River Collective’s Hardy Party New Year’s Eve featuring the South Fork Saddle Tramps
& Mike Oregano. Adults $7, couples $12, family pack $20

Ozark Fine Art Fair
2026-03-21 - 2026-03-22 | Hardy Civic Center, 301 West Main Street, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
Join internationally exhibited and classically trained local artist Ishmael Ali and other local and regional artists at the Ozark Fine Arts Fair at the Hardy Civic Center March 21-22 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The show will feature works in multiple mediums by professional, amateur, and student artists.

Spring Gun & Knife Show
2026-03-28 09:00 - 2026-03-29 15:00 | Hardy Civic Center, 301 West Main Street, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
Main Street Hardy presents the Spring Gun and Knife Show at the Hardy Civic Center.
9:00-5:00 Saturday, March 28
9:00-3:00 Sunday, March 29
$5 admission good for both days. Kids 12 and under free.

Spring River Rambler
2026-04-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Loberg Park, N Spring St, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
Come have some fun with us April 11th, 2026 in Hardy, Arkansas, along the beautiful Spring River! We wanted to create something fun and inexpensive for people to come do in our little corner of the Ozarks.
The kid’s races are intended to be a great entry into the sport of cycling – no drama, just try to pedal faster than anyone else on the line! Virtually any kind of bikes are welcome… the park is flat and all of the kids course(s) will be on pavement and grass.
The kids will race for prizes in the park, then the adults will do their mostly gravel road rides just for fun! Kid’s Race Categories: 4 and Under, 5 to 7, 8 to 10, and 11 to 12.
13 to 15 year olds can participate in the 18 Mile adult fun ride, and 16 to 17 year olds can participate in the 18 or 32 Mile adult fun rides.
Adult entries include an event t-shirt, a goodie/swag bag, a memento for finishing the ride, and drinks/snacks.

Kyle Petty at the Hardy Civic Center
2026-05-06 09:30 - 11:00 | Hardy Civic Center, 301 West Main Street, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
NASCAR legend Kyle Petty will be at the Hardy Civic Center at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 6 as part of his 30th Annual Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America.

Come out to cheer on the riders, meet participating celebrities, purchase memorabilia and donate to help send deserving kids to camp at Victory Junction!

Founded in honor of Kyle’s son, Adam, Victory Junction’s year-round camp facility and adaptive programs give kids living with complex medical and physical needs opportunities to participate in activities, free from barriers they may face in their daily lives.

Heart of the Ozarks Motorcycle Rally
2026-05-21 - 2026-05-24 | Hardy Civic Center, 301 West Main Street, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
Memorial Day Weekend, the Hardy Civic Center is excited to welcome the @chrismot for the Heart of the Ozarks Rally – East! Events will include a Family Fun Night with free hot dogs and entertainment on Thursday, May 21.
For questions, contact:
Ross Scalise
(501) 428-6620
ross.scalise@conwaycorp.net

Music on Main: The Groove Vault
2026-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
Bobby Bair, Penny Wolfe, Chris “Caucajun” Martin, Dale “Moses” Hebert bring you one of the region’s most popular bands for the opening night of the Music on Main in Doctor Thompson Park!

Music on Main: The Natural Disasters
2026-05-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
The Natural Disasters are a multi-genre duo from North Arkansas composed of John T. Parks and Sarah Jo Sample.
John and Sarah Jo began their musical adventure in 1996 when Sarah Jo hired the seventeen-year-old John as the bass player in her band, Double Shot. They toured surrounding states for the next several years and were the opening acts for several artists and bands including Restless Heart, John Michael Montgomery, Doug Stone, Mark Chesnutt and B.J. Thomas, to name a few.
After Double Shot the two set off to pursue college, family, solo albums and careers. In 2007 they reunited to add pieces to the puzzle in the ever so energetic cover band, The Lockhouse Orchestra. Their blended voices, love for the audience and curiosity for the unwritten song brought the two together in 2013 as a duo act.
The harmonic teamwork and creativity keeps their calendars booked and their audiences wanting more!

Music on Main: Big Creek Players
2026-05-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
The Big Creek Players specialize in a dynamic blend of rock, blues, soul and roots music, weaving together hypnotic rhythms, searing guitar, and improvisational jams. A sound rooted in tradition but delivered with undeniable, modern power.

Music on Main: AK Johnson
2026-06-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
Local singer, guitar player, and teacher AK Barnes brings a night of Southern Gospel to Dr. Thompson Park.

Music on Main: CANCELLED Andy Tanas
2026-06-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
CANCELLED! We will be back next week!
Andy’s career has included stints as a Lynyrd Skynyrd crew member and as bass player for the band Krokus. He now now tours Southern acoustic with an edge.

Music on Main: South Lebanon Township
2026-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
South Lebanon Township took their name from the township in Sharp County Arkansas where the band was formed. The trio is truly a family affair. The bass player Jacob McIntosh is the father of guitar player Addison McIntosh and the father in law of drummer Kurt Anderson. The three play an eclectic style that ranges from 90’s rock to modern jam bands with blues laden riffs that would fit anywhere in Memphis.

Music on Main: Spectral
2026-06-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
We are the sound between stations–music for the ones who haunt the airwaves. Spectral members: Shaggy-josh Gentry, Lead Vocals and rhythm guitar, Christopher Smith, lead guitar, Lisa Winter, bass guitar and Matthew Olson, drums.

Music on Main: Osage Water
2026-07-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Hardy Civic Center, 301 West Main Street, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
MOVED TO THE HARDY CIVIC CENTER DUE TO THE HEAT!
A sound for all ages and occasions!
From soulful blues to toe-tapping country and classic rock, Osage Water delivers a dynamic mix that keeps audiences coming back for more. Based in the Spring River Area of Northeast Arkansas, Osage Water brings a sound rooted in the heart and soul of their community—and it shows in every performance. This musically rich region—home to nationally known artists like Phillip Sweet of Little Big Town, Grammy-winner Ashley McBryde, country legend Johnny Cash, and Arkansas-native Glen Campbell—has long been a wellspring of authentic American music. Osage Water proudly carries on that tradition, blending local spirit with a sound that resonates far beyond the hills of Arkansas.

July 4: America's 250th
2026-07-04 | Kenneth & Mary King Pocket Park, 105 E Main St, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
A celebration of America’s 250th birthday on Hardy’s Main Street!
Come see the historic district draped in traditional red, white, and blue bunting. Enjoy a perfect, hometown 4th of July with lots of American spirit and great shops and restaurants. Need a place to stay? Hardy’s lodging establishments are ready to welcome you!
Want a little extra fun? Our local outfitters will show you why the Spring River is one of the Ozarks most popular floating and fishing streams.
Friday, July 3rd,

7:00 p.m. Osage Water plays Doc Thompson Park

Saturday, July 4th, King Pocket Park

10:00 Park dedication with the singing of the National Anthem
11:00 Music by Garrett Duncan
12:30 Music by Christopher Smith
2:00 Music by Shaggy Gentry
7:00 Thunder on Thunderbird: Patriotic Boat Parade (7:00 p.m.) and Fireworks (9:00 p.m.) in our sister city of Cherokee Village.

Hardy has been part of the Mid South’s summer for 120 years. Come explore!
Hardy Historic District Parking Map

10-Artist Pop-UP at Artasia
2026-07-10 10:00 - 2026-07-11 15:00 | Artasia, 400 Church St, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
It’s a ten-artist ART POP-UP at Artasia , Friday July 10 and Saturday, July 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

There will be food and music with fine art inside and on the decks.

See (and BUY!) work from local artists Leigh LaCaze, Leslie Love, Brandon Luke, Michael McCullough, Barbara Smock, Laura Smith, Kay Vanderpatten, Stanis Vanous, Megan Werneke, and Zoe Williams.

Artasia is at 400 Church Street (Looming high above McDonald’s next door to Gracie’s Pour Decisions Tea Room.)

Music on Main: Christopher Smith
2026-07-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
Christopher Smith describes himself as a “treasure-hunting musician living the minimal life.” He is well known in Spring River Country for his soulful voice and guitar skills, playing in a number of genres.

Music on Main: Mitch Kaubisch: Moved to 5:30 at Forty Island
2026-07-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
MUSIC ON MAIN IS OFFICIALLY CANCELLED DUE TO HEAT,
BUT MITCH KAUBISCH WILL NOW BE PLAYING AT FORTY ISLAND TAVERN AT 5:30 (211 E. MAIN ST.)

Well known for cocktail music and standards as well as being a first-rate ivory tickler, Mitch Kaubisch will have you singing along to music of the last six decades and heading home still humming and feeling good!

Music on Main: Sommer and the Young'ins
2026-07-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
Sommer and The Young’ins is a trio of consisting Sommer Ferrell, Paul Ferrell, and Nick Johnson giving you fresh takes on covers you love.

Music on Main: Erin Walters
2026-08-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
Erin’s voice hits like a shot of whiskey — raw, wild, and unfiltered — cutting through the starts, stops, and sass of her rhythmic guitar. No polish. No pretense. Just soul, scars, and sound.

Music on Main: Cosmic Criminals
2026-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
“In a multiverse of destruction, chaos and the blues, all that’s left are The Criminals.”
(Yes, they play in spacesuits and we love them for it!)

Music on Main: Groove Vault
2026-08-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
NOTE: This will be a FRIDAY night show.
Bobby Bair, Penny Wolfe, Chris “Caucajun” Martin, Dale “Moses” Hebert bring you one of the region’s most popular dance and cover bands.

Twilight Quartet
2026-08-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Hardy Civic Center, 301 West Main Street, Hardy, AR, 72542, United States
Join us August 15 for an evening concert by candlelight performed by a quartet of the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra. Proceeds will benefit the renovation of the Hardy Civic Center.
You may purchase tickets for the concert only ($25), the concert and reception ($50) or a concert and reception package for two ($75–a savings of $25).
The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with a reception and music by well-known local harpist and former Memphis Symphony member LuAnn Martin.
The 7:00 p.m. concert includes works by Vivaldi, Granados, Elizondo, Arkansas composer William Grant Still, Piazzolla, and Angel Villoldo. The program will last approximately one hour. (Musician biographies forthcoming.)
Learn more at the event link.

Music on Main: Carolyn Carter
2026-08-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Dr. Thompson Park, Corner of Main St & Johnson Street
Arkansas Folk Singer Carolyn Carter began singing and playing music as a very small child in Arkansas. Like many folk and gospel singers, her music began with songs she learned in church. She wrote her first songs as a teenager.
Carolyn continued singing as a young mom while raising three children during which she won The Marlboro Country Music Contest She decided to stay home and raise her children instead of touring the country. She now lives with her husband and most fervent supporter, Jeff Carter, in Mountain View, Arkansas.
Carolyn has performed in the Ozark Mountain area of northern Arkansas for over 16 years and credits renowned Arkansas musician Odell Jackson as an early “inspiration” for her to write her stories through her own music.
