Atkins Heritage Festival 2026

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🎉 Celebrating 250 Years of America & 150 Years of Atkins! 🎉

This year's Heritage Festival is a double celebration — we are proud to honor the 250th Birthday of America and the City of Atkins' 150th Birthday. Join us as we celebrate history, community, and tradition!

Festival Information

Date: October 24th, 2026
Opening Ceremony: 10:30 AM
Parade: 1:00 PM
Rodeo & Fireworks: 7:00 PM
Location: Atkins, Arkansas
Admission: FREE

A full day of events from the morning Opening Ceremony with the Mayor, Atkins Choir, and Color Guard, all the way to the evening rodeo and fireworks! See the full schedule for details.

Festival Highlights

🏇 Pony Express Race

The Riding Club reenacts a Pony Express run across Atkins, ending at the Church of the Assumption at 11:00 AM!

🎂 Birthday Cake Celebration

Help us celebrate with a huge birthday cake plus burgers, hot dogs, chicken, and drinks starting at 4:30 PM!

🐎 Rodeo & Fireworks Finale

The celebration closes out with a rodeo and spectacular fireworks show starting at 7:00 PM!

Live music lineup to be announced — stay tuned!

🌱 Corn Hole Tournament — Sign Up Now! 🌱

Compete for split cash prizes! Two divisions: 12 & Under ($10/team) and 13 & Up ($20/team). Single elimination. Registration closes September 21st.

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