http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/christmas-parade The El Dorado parade, which is the largest Christmas parade in Arkansas, annually draws thousands of spectators to view the parade entrants. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/christmas-parade Fri, 09 May 2008 14:55:22 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/holiday-display-of-lights El Dorado’s Christmas festivities are more than lights. There’s also a parade. During the holidays, the Christmas lights on the Union County Courthouse in El Dorado lend classic elegance to a wonderful time of the year. Throughout the season you can hear carolers downtown and enjoy a horse drawn carriage ride through downtown El Dorado. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/holiday-display-of-lights Fri, 09 May 2008 14:53:16 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/mayhaw-festival The South Arkansas Historical Foundation's Mayhaw Festival is held the first Saturday in May. It is a celebration of the mayhaw berry and features mayhaw jelly, other fine foods, a Dutch-oven cookoff, antiques and entertainment. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/mayhaw-festival Fri, 09 May 2008 14:24:50 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/soul-fest Since its inception in 2002, Soul Fest has become the biggest annual celebration of Soul and R&B music in to hit this area. This festival has grown to be a very highly anticipated and attended celebration of music and culture, featuring national and regional acts, a live D.J., Vendor Booths, and a FREE After-Party. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/soul-fest Fri, 09 May 2008 15:57:39 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/showdown-at-sunset Witness an historic re-enactment of the infamous Parnell-Tucker gunfight on the Courthouse Square each Saturday of the summer. A cast of twelve actors recreates the events leading up to the gunfight that left three dead and many others wounded, including City Marshal Guy Tucker, the great-grandfather of former Arkansas Governor Jim Guy Tucker. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/showdown-at-sunset Fri, 09 May 2008 14:27:23 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/bugs-bands--bikes-crawfish-boil The annual "Bugs, Bands & Bikes" festival takes place the first Saturday in May each year. Entering it's 10th year, this event has turned into one of the regions most exciting events. In addition to playing host to hundreds of pounds of the best crawfish around - complete with the "Celebrity Crawfish Eating Contest" - it now hosts a "Battle of the Bands", a Bike show/one day motorcycle rally, a motorcycle parade, a Pool tournament, and much more. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/bugs-bands--bikes-crawfish-boil Fri, 09 May 2008 14:31:24 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/oiltown-festival Held in Smackover the second week in June, this event starts Wednesday night with gospel music and ends Saturday with a 5K run, live music and vendors. This family-friendly gathering also includes volleyball, horseshoe competitions and an art show. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/oiltown-festival Fri, 09 May 2008 14:33:12 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/southark-outdoor-expo This fun filled event at South Arkansas Community College in El Dorado focuses on the great outdoors. Exhibitors sell hunting and fishing gear, wildlife art, books, outdoor apparel, recreational vehicles and more. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/southark-outdoor-expo Fri, 09 May 2008 14:38:10 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/summer-concert-series The Summer Concert Series has become one of the most popular Downtown events held throughout the year. This free concert takes place at our Oil & Heritage Park and features the best in local, regional and national musical acts. Since it's beginning, the SCS has featured acts such as Pail, Space Cadet, Trent Summar & the New Row Mob, Junior, Chris Loggins & the Brass Tacks and more. This is a great opportunity for family and friends to gather on a warm summer evening and enjoy all our beautiful downtown has to offer. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/summer-concert-series Fri, 09 May 2008 15:06:48 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/fantastic-4th-celebration This celebration is held in El Dorado during the Fourth of July week. It features arts and crafts, a 5K run, and food and ends with spectacular fireworks at dark! For more information, call (870) 863-6113. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/fantastic-4th-celebration Fri, 09 May 2008 14:34:25 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/st_-patricks-day-celebration Saints preserve us! What better excuse for a party than St. Paddy's Day. Complete with green beer, the MainStreet El Dorado St. Patrick's day is a fantastic time for the entire family. You can bet everyone will be sporting their best green and Irish-wear. Plus lots of music, food and entertainment. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/st_-patricks-day-celebration Fri, 09 May 2008 14:58:23 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/ark-la-fest Held in Junction City, this festival takes place the weekend after Labor Day. This family festival includes a parade, beauty pageant, pet show, arts & crafts, music and more. There are also games, cheerleader competitions and foods for every taste. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/ark-la-fest Fri, 09 May 2008 14:35:33 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/musicfest MusicFest has grown from a Saturday afternoon event in 1987 to a two-day celebration jam-packed with activities for the entire family. Music includes pop, rock, blues and country with special guest stars. You will also find food, family activities, arts & crafts, a kids world, a 5K run and a myriad of exhibits. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/musicfest Fri, 09 May 2008 14:44:37 -0500 http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/downtown-holiday-lights-ceremony Entertainment and refreshments are provided to those gathered at the Union County Courthouse to light up the streets of downtown. Admission is free. http://www.goeldorado.com/root/good-times/festivals2/festivals-and-event/downtown-holiday-lights-ceremony Fri, 09 May 2008 14:51:38 -0500