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2024 Arkansas State Rapid and Blitz Championship

The official state championship for rapid and blitz time controls. Rapid event is Saturday afternoon, August 31. Blitz event is the next morning, Sunday September 1. Current registration link at https://forms.gle/7JVxpLgyfndsWMeS9.

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2024 Arkansas State Rapid and Blitz Championship

Arkansas State University

The official state championship for rapid and blitz time controls. Rapid event is Saturday afternoon, August 31. Blitz event is the next morning, Sunday September 1. Current registration link at https://forms.gle/7JVxpLgyfndsWMeS9.

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Block Party!

Let’s get the season started by painting the town red!  A-State’s annual tradition to start off the football season comes back to Downtown Jonesboro!  Meet coaches and players!  The marching band and spirit squads will be on hand to get the crowd going!

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All American Circus

A-State Equine Center 3207 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Coming to you in 2024… REAL. FAMILY. CIRCUS. 
This year, Oscar Garcia presents an ALL-NEW show, perfect for the whole family
 PRE-SALE DISCOUNT DEALS: AllAmericanCircus.com/tour-dates/
Make the most of our online special prices with tickets starting at $5 per person when you purchase a Family Saver (offer LIMITED and only available online, so be quick)
SHOW DETAILS: 
A-State Equine Center, 3207 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401
 SHOWTIMESFriday, September 6th | 7:00pmSaturday, September 7th | 5:00pm & 7:30pmSunday, September 8th | 4:00pm
Arrive early and enjoy a little extra circus fun at the kids fun zone before showtime 
 BUY ONLINE & SAVE TODAY – AllAmericanCircus.com/tour-dates/ 
Have questions about the show?? Visit our FAQ’s allamericancircus.com/faq/ or feel free to message the page and we will get back to you 
‘INVITE’ your friends and family along by ‘SHARING’ this eventWe will see you soon

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The Wizard of Oz

The Forum 115 E Monroe Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

We’re off to see the wizard! This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has entertained audiences for generations.  Click here for tickets.

Free

All American Circus

A-State Equine Center 3207 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Coming to you in 2024… REAL. FAMILY. CIRCUS. 
This year, Oscar Garcia presents an ALL-NEW show, perfect for the whole family
 PRE-SALE DISCOUNT DEALS: AllAmericanCircus.com/tour-dates/
Make the most of our online special prices with tickets starting at $5 per person when you purchase a Family Saver (offer LIMITED and only available online, so be quick)
SHOW DETAILS: 
A-State Equine Center, 3207 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401
 SHOWTIMESFriday, September 6th | 7:00pmSaturday, September 7th | 5:00pm & 7:30pmSunday, September 8th | 4:00pm
Arrive early and enjoy a little extra circus fun at the kids fun zone before showtime 
 BUY ONLINE & SAVE TODAY – AllAmericanCircus.com/tour-dates/ 
Have questions about the show?? Visit our FAQ’s allamericancircus.com/faq/ or feel free to message the page and we will get back to you 
‘INVITE’ your friends and family along by ‘SHARING’ this eventWe will see you soon

Free

The Wizard of Oz

The Forum 115 E Monroe Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

We’re off to see the wizard! This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has entertained audiences for generations.  Click here for tickets.

Free

All American Circus

A-State Equine Center 3207 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Coming to you in 2024… REAL. FAMILY. CIRCUS. 
This year, Oscar Garcia presents an ALL-NEW show, perfect for the whole family
 PRE-SALE DISCOUNT DEALS: AllAmericanCircus.com/tour-dates/
Make the most of our online special prices with tickets starting at $5 per person when you purchase a Family Saver (offer LIMITED and only available online, so be quick)
SHOW DETAILS: 
A-State Equine Center, 3207 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401
 SHOWTIMESFriday, September 6th | 7:00pmSaturday, September 7th | 5:00pm & 7:30pmSunday, September 8th | 4:00pm
Arrive early and enjoy a little extra circus fun at the kids fun zone before showtime 
 BUY ONLINE & SAVE TODAY – AllAmericanCircus.com/tour-dates/ 
Have questions about the show?? Visit our FAQ’s allamericancircus.com/faq/ or feel free to message the page and we will get back to you 
‘INVITE’ your friends and family along by ‘SHARING’ this eventWe will see you soon

Free

All American Circus

Coming to you in 2024… REAL. FAMILY. CIRCUS. 
This year, Oscar Garcia presents an ALL-NEW show, perfect for the whole family
 PRE-SALE DISCOUNT DEALS: AllAmericanCircus.com/tour-dates/
Make the most of our online special prices with tickets starting at $5 per person when you purchase a Family Saver (offer LIMITED and only available online, so be quick)
SHOW DETAILS: 
A-State Equine Center, 3207 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401
 SHOWTIMESFriday, September 6th | 7:00pmSaturday, September 7th | 5:00pm & 7:30pmSunday, September 8th | 4:00pm
Arrive early and enjoy a little extra circus fun at the kids fun zone before showtime 
 BUY ONLINE & SAVE TODAY – AllAmericanCircus.com/tour-dates/ 
Have questions about the show?? Visit our FAQ’s allamericancircus.com/faq/ or feel free to message the page and we will get back to you 
‘INVITE’ your friends and family along by ‘SHARING’ this eventWe will see you soon

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17th Annual St. Bernards Butterfly Release

Join us to celebrate and remember your loved one at our annual Butterfly Release on September 8, 2024. Your contribution will benefit the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House.

Free

The Wizard of Oz

The Forum 115 E Monroe Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

We’re off to see the wizard! This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has entertained audiences for generations. Click here for tickets.

Free

Open Mic Sunday Funday!

Skinny J's

Come out for the best free show in Jonesboro. The Sunday Funday open mic where you can practice some jokes, bring your folks, and laugh til you choke! Like and share

Free

JYPN Art Walk

Downtown Jonesboro

Plan on joining us on Friday September 13th for the JYPN Art Walk. We’ll meet up and go on a lovely stroll in Downtown Jonesboro to admire the many murals displayed in the area.Our art walk will be guided by the extremely talented Braden Walls, whose incredible murals are scattered throughout downtown.This is a membership drive as well so feel free to bring a friend or coworker who is not a member.

Free

Local Fest 5

Downtown Jonesboro

Local Fest is back for its 5th year in Historic Downtown Jonesboro! This event has it all: food, music, pro wrestling…all in a carnival-like atmosphere.  Don’t miss out!
 

Free

The Wizard of Oz

The Forum 115 E Monroe Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

We’re off to see the wizard! This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has entertained audiences for generations. Click here for tickets.

Free

Local Fest Comedy Friday at Recovery Room

The Recovery Room 223 S Main St, Jonesboro, AR 72401

NEA Comedians presents Comedy at Local Fest. Come out for what has become a yearly sold out tradition! Friday features an amazing line up of stellar comics

Free

Know Your Limit .22LR Challenge

Zero in and see how good of a shot you are!  Three classes, three distances, and bragging rights with your .22!If you are range member of the Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex, entry is free.  $10 for non-members. Registration starts at 8:00.  Shooting begins at 9:00

United Way Pickleball Tournament!

Red Wolf Center 2501 Aggie Road

The tournament will be held at the Red Wolf Center on Arkansas State University’s campus and will be open to Women’s, Men’s, and Co-ed teams with all skill levels accepted!Visit our website to learn more and sign your team up today: https://www.uwnea.org/unitedwaypickleballThank you to our amazing volunteers for hosting this event! #LiveUnited

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Wizard of Oz

The Forum 115 E Monroe Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

We’re off to see the wizard! This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has entertained audiences for generations.  Click here for tickets.

Free

The Wizard of Oz

We’re off to see the wizard! This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has entertained audiences for generations.  Click here for tickets.

Free

NEA District Fair

Nettleton Baptist Church 7001 Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The 2024 NEA DISTRICT FAIR is packed with 9 DAYS of Family Fun! That’s right, 2 WEEKENDS to enjoy the new MIDWAY carnival rides, food, & games.  The week is also filled with various agricultural competitions, entertainment, and vendor booths.
Get more details about vendors, the schedule, and live music.

Free

NEA District Fair

Nettleton Baptist Church 7001 Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The 2024 NEA DISTRICT FAIR is packed with 9 DAYS of Family Fun! That’s right, 2 WEEKENDS to enjoy the new MIDWAY carnival rides, food, & games.  The week is also filled with various agricultural competitions, entertainment, and vendor booths.
Get more details about vendors, the schedule, and live music.

Free

NEA District Fair

The 2024 NEA DISTRICT FAIR is packed with 9 DAYS of Family Fun! That’s right, 2 WEEKENDS to enjoy the new MIDWAY carnival rides, food, & games.  The week is also filled with various agricultural competitions, entertainment, and vendor booths.
Get more details about vendors, the schedule, and live music.

Free

Local Fest 5

Local Fest is back for its 5th year in Historic Downtown Jonesboro! This event has it all: food, music, pro wrestling…all in a carnival-like atmosphere.  Don’t miss out!

NEA District Fair

Nettleton Baptist Church 7001 Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The 2024 NEA DISTRICT FAIR is packed with 9 DAYS of Family Fun! That’s right, 2 WEEKENDS to enjoy the new MIDWAY carnival rides, food, & games.  The week is also filled with various agricultural competitions, entertainment, and vendor booths.
Get more details about vendors, the schedule, and live music.

Free

NEA District Fair

Nettleton Baptist Church 7001 Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The 2024 NEA DISTRICT FAIR is packed with 9 DAYS of Family Fun! That’s right, 2 WEEKENDS to enjoy the new MIDWAY carnival rides, food, & games.  The week is also filled with various agricultural competitions, entertainment, and vendor booths.
Get more details about vendors, the schedule, and live music.

Free

NEA District Fair

Nettleton Baptist Church 7001 Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The 2024 NEA DISTRICT FAIR is packed with 9 DAYS of Family Fun! That’s right, 2 WEEKENDS to enjoy the new MIDWAY carnival rides, food, & games.  The week is also filled with various agricultural competitions, entertainment, and vendor booths.
Get more details about vendors, the schedule, and live music.

Free

NEA District Fair

Nettleton Baptist Church 7001 Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The 2024 NEA DISTRICT FAIR is packed with 9 DAYS of Family Fun! That’s right, 2 WEEKENDS to enjoy the new MIDWAY carnival rides, food, & games.  The week is also filled with various agricultural competitions, entertainment, and vendor booths.
Get more details about vendors, the schedule, and live music.

Free

NEA District Fair

Nettleton Baptist Church 7001 Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The 2024 NEA DISTRICT FAIR is packed with 9 DAYS of Family Fun! That’s right, 2 WEEKENDS to enjoy the new MIDWAY carnival rides, food, & games.  The week is also filled with various agricultural competitions, entertainment, and vendor booths.
Get more details about vendors, the schedule, and live music.

Free

Oktoberfest at Native!

Native Brew Works 515 S. Gee Street, Jonesboro, AR, United States

It’s time – Oktoberfest is back at Native on September 27th & 28th. All the fun culminates the week leading up to October 1, as is the Oktoberfest tradition! So, here’s what you need to know:
Special available on September 27th – see store for details.
Special available on September 28th – see store for details.
Food specials available beginning Tuesday, September 24th:
The burger – served on a pretzel bun with beer cheese, caramelized onions, and jalapeño.
The brat – served with sauerkraut and mustard.
Stein-holding competition at the top of every hour on September 28th
Pie eating contest on September 28th at 2pm – deadline to enter is September 20th (because we’re getting these pies made locally from our friends at The Parsonage!) Pie eating contest entry fee is $10 and entry fees will be donated to Brenda’s Table.
Costume contest all weekend long. Take a photo at Native in your costume, post it on Native and make sure to tag us so we see it. We’ll share them on social media for fans to vote and the winner will receive a $50 Native Gift Card. *Just to make sure we see everyone’s, confirm your entry by emailing the pic to info@nativebrewworks.com

Free

Downtown Jonesboro BBQ Fest

Live music, great food, and the flavor of bbq filling the air.  More details about who’s playing on what stage and when coming soon.

Downtown Jonesboro BBQ Fest

Downtown Jonesboro

THE JONESBORO A&P COMMISSION, RIGHTFIBER, AND THE DOWNTOWN JONESBORO BBQ AND MUSIC FESTIVAL IS PROUD TO BRING ANOTHER WEEKEND OF MUSIC TO DOWNTOWN JONESBORO ON SEPTEMBER 27th AND 28th 2024! THIS IS A FREE EVENT THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!!
Acts include: Ratt, Band of Heathers, Exciter, Al  Kapone, Smells Like Nirvanna, Further Down, Flatland Funk Donors, Fallen Within, and StarRoy.
 

Free

A-State Volleyball vs Georgia State

First National Bank Arena 217 Olympic Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Come out and cheer on the Red Wolves volleyball team in a conference match against the Bulldogs of Georgia State at First National Bank Arena!

Free

Glock Demo Day at the Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex

Jonesboro Sports Shooting Complex 3702 Moore Road Jonesboro, AR 72401

Join us for Glock Demo Day here at Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex presented by United Pawnbrokers & United Police Supply. Saturday 9/28/24 noon-4pm at 3702 a Moore Rd., Jonesboro.

Free

Oktoberfest at Native!

Native Brew Works 515 S. Gee Street, Jonesboro, AR, United States

It’s time – Oktoberfest is back at Native on September 27th & 28th. All the fun culminates the week leading up to October 1, as is the Oktoberfest tradition! So, here’s what you need to know:
Special available on September 27th – see store for details.
Special available on September 28th – see store for details.
Food specials available beginning Tuesday, September 24th:
The burger – served on a pretzel bun with beer cheese, caramelized onions, and jalapeño.
The brat – served with sauerkraut and mustard.
Stein-holding competition at the top of every hour on September 28th
Pie eating contest on September 28th at 2pm – deadline to enter is September 20th (because we’re getting these pies made locally from our friends at The Parsonage!) Pie eating contest entry fee is $10 and entry fees will be donated to Brenda’s Table.
Costume contest all weekend long. Take a photo at Native in your costume, post it on Native and make sure to tag us so we see it. We’ll share them on social media for fans to vote and the winner will receive a $50 Native Gift Card. *Just to make sure we see everyone’s, confirm your entry by emailing the pic to info@nativebrewworks.com

Free

NEA District Fair

Nettleton Baptist Church 7001 Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The 2024 NEA DISTRICT FAIR is packed with 9 DAYS of Family Fun! That’s right, 2 WEEKENDS to enjoy the new MIDWAY carnival rides, food, & games.  The week is also filled with various agricultural competitions, entertainment, and vendor booths.
Get more details about vendors, the schedule, and live music.

Free

A-State Volleyball vs Georgia State

Come out and cheer on the Red Wolves volleyball team in a conference match against the Bulldogs of Georgia State at First National Bank Arena!

Free

Fall Festival Benefitting Local Mpact

Central Baptist Church 3707 Harrisburg Rd Suite 1205, Jonesboro, AR 72404

Please join us for our Fall Festival on September 28th 4pm-7pm. Festival will be at the pavilion at Central Baptist Church. There will be food, “trunks” with games and candy, face paint, bounce house, music, and lots more! Tickets are $15 per person upon entering. 2 and under free. Payment can be made in cash, PayPal, or CashApp. All proceeds will go directly to families suffering from infant loss.

Free

Comic Invasion!

Huntington Square

The “Comic Invasion” LIVE! Tour is landing at the The Lounge of Huntington Square in Jonesboro AR on Saturday Night, Sept 28, at 8pm with 3 amazing acts!
JC Sibala, A 3-Time world series comedy event qualifier! He has performed in multiple clubs and festivals all throughout the country and has a new special, Vanillapino releasing on Oct 17th!
Feature act, JB Buchanan, is more than just a stand up comic. He is also a voice actor and a writer who knows how to keep the crowd laughing!
Winner of “STL’s Funniest” Award, Jack Wright is an amazing choice to MC the show

Free

Jonesboro’s National Night Out Celebration!

An annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.  The event is at 315 N. Allis in Jonesboro.  It’s a free event that builds community and communication between citizens and local leadership.  Come out and meet new neighbors and make new friends!

Free

Arkansas State University School of Music Faculty Recital: Dr. Stephanie Hoeckley, Flute

Faculty Recital at 5:00pm at A-State’s Recital Hall, 114 S Caraway Rd.“Musical Metamorphosis”Dr. Stephanie Hoeckley, fluteDr. Alison Hsieh, piano

Livestream link: https://youtube.com/live/N1yaA2oDhEg?feature=share

Program:Sonata in E minor, BWV 1034 (1724) – J.S. Bach (1685-1750)
Dance of the Blessed Spirits from Orfeo ed Euridice (1762) – Christoph Willibald Gluck (1714-1787)
Air Vaudois, Op. 108 (1916) – Mélanie Hélène Bonis (1858-1937)
Concertino, Op. 107 (1902) – Camille Chaminade (1857-1944)
Duo for Flute and Piano (1971) – Aaron Copland (1900-1990)
Metamorphosis (2018) – Rhonda Larson (b. 1963)
Great Train Race (1993) – Ian Clarke (b. 1964)

Free

A-State Jazz Ensembles

The Fowler Center 201 Olympic Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72401

A-State Jazz EnsemblesMichael Medrick, director

Livestream: https://youtube.com/live/9K9YYoYK0wg?feature=share

Program:Jazz Lab EnsembleBloo Water Groovin’ – Michele Fernandez
Aces and Faces – Buck Clayton, arr. Myles Collins
It’s Always the Rain – Tom Kubis
Just Scratching’ the Surface – Duke Ellington

Jazz OrchestraMoon Walkin’ – Christine Jenson
Tour de Force – Dizzy Gillespie, arr. Phillip Michael Mossman
Down for the Double – Buck Clayton, trans. Alan Glasscock
Soy Lentman Show – Jacob Mann

Free