Hot Springs Events

Things happening around Hot Springs, Arkansas.

A local guide to upcoming events, weekend plans, festivals, live music, family-friendly activities, and things worth checking out while you’re in town.

Upcoming Events

Browse current events listed for Hot Springs and nearby areas. New events will be added as they are submitted and approved.

Arts & Culture

Sip & Pour Class at Ouachita Wax & Naturals

Fri, May 22, 20266:00 PMOuachita Wax & NaturalsHot Springs, Arkansas

Join a skilled chandler at Ouachita Wax & Naturals to learn how to make your own 100% soy candle. You’ll use non-toxic fragrances, cotton wicks, and color blocks to create an 8 oz candle in a vessel you choose. Classes last about two hours, and all materials are provided. Non-alcoholic drinks are available. Private sessions for groups like birthdays or showers can be arranged. Call 469-925-6999 or stop by to reserve your spot. Classes are offered on various days and times, with limited seating.

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Arts & Culture

Wednesday Night Poetry

Wed, May 27, 20266:00 PMKollective Coffee + TeaHot Springs, Arkansas

Wednesday Night Poetry is a long-running weekly poetry open mic hosted at Kollective Coffee + Tea in downtown Hot Springs. The event is free and open to all ages, with open mic beginning around 6:30 PM, featured poets often performing a 20–30 minute set around 7:00 PM, and a second round of open mic after the feature. Poets, songwriters, storytellers, musicians, and community members are welcome. Wednesday Night Poetry has been held every Wednesday evening since February 1, 1989, and is known as one of the longest-running consecutive weekly open mic poetry series in the country.

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