Celebrate America 250 Through the Arts in Downtown El Dorado Home | America 250 Celebrations in El Dorado Join the Arts in Education Program as they unveil their America 250 project created during the 2025-2026 school year at 11:00 a.m. at the Union County Courthouse. This special presentation will showcase student creativity, history, and community […]
July 2 | Midday Mark your calendars for a special America 250 flyover coming to El Dorado on July 2! More information, including exact timing and viewing details, will be announced soon. Stay tuned as we continue celebrating America 250 in El Dorado!
Patriotic Student Art Exhibit June 30 | 5:30 PM Join the South Arkansas Arts Center for a special showcase of patriotic-themed student artwork celebrating creativity, community, and American spirit. The exhibit will feature inspiring works created by local students and is open to the public. Location: South Arkansas Arts Center Free and open to […]
Stars & Stripes Walking Parade July 2 | 7:30 PM Downtown El Dorado Celebrate patriotism and community spirit at the Stars & Stripes Walking Parade in Downtown El Dorado! This festive parade will feature walking groups, dance teams, bands, decorated bicycles, wagons, strollers, push/pull floats, and more — all dressed in red, white, and blue […]
Murphy USA Drone Show July 2 | 9:00 PM Don’t miss the Murphy USA Drone Show lighting up the skies over Downtown El Dorado as part of the America 250 celebration! This exciting patriotic aerial display will feature dazzling lights, music, and unforgettable moments for the entire family. Bring your lawn chairs, gather with […]
Today marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. We'll have a public reading of this foundational document.
A good game of checkers has been a popular pastime on front porches of homes and businesses since before the oil boom of this area in the 1920s. Come learn a little about the history of the game and bring a friend to challenge in a game (or more) of the game, inside in the […]
Join us for our 2nd Annual Great American Ice Cream Social, featuring home made ice cream, and other favorites with all the toppings! Fun and games for all ages.
America 250 Fireworks Show Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 9:00 PM Union County Fairgrounds, El Dorado, AR Celebrate Independence Day with a free community fireworks show as part of America […]
The South Arkansas Historical Preservation Society is doing a program at Barton Library to celebrate the Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program and America250.