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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

Arkansas State University’s 100th Anniversary Celebration!

Cooper Alumni Center 2600 Alumni Blvd, Jonesboro, AR 72401

 This year marks the 100th anniversary of the A-State Alumni Association! 
Join us at the Cooper Alumni Center on Friday, Oct. 4, for an evening of fun during homecoming weekend. Enjoy cocktails, dinner & live entertainment by the ’90s party band, Dial Up. Dress casually & get ready for a night to remember!

Get your tickets here:

Free

Almost, Maine: A Romantic Comedy

The Fowler Center 201 Olympic Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Almost, Maine, a romantic comedy set in the unique and fictional town of Almost, Maine, is a collection of nine short vignettes. Each vignette explores a different aspect of love and relationships through the quirky encounters of the town’s residents on a cold, clear night under the Northern Lights.
From unexpected reunions to humorous misunderstandings, the play delves into the complexities of human connection, featuring heartwarming moments and poignant reflections on love, loss, and the pursuit of happiness

Free

Booktoberfest at Native Brew Works

Native Brew Works

It’s time to talk about one of the best, coziest, most enchanting events of the year: Booktoberfest is back at Native on October 5th!
Please join us in welcoming our friends @verbbookstore back for the 4th Annual Booktoberfest – a book fair for all ages. This event gets better each year, and we are excited to share that in addition to Verb’s mobile pop-up, we will have additional vendors including:
•Excuse Me Ma’am Vintage
•Baked goods from our own Tonya Howe
•Local Authors
•Local Pottery
and more – stay tuned for full details!
PLUS Verb will be hosting special book talks down at their physical location just two blocks away from Native. Mark your calendar because this is a day you do not want to miss!

Free

Doggy Dash 5K Walk and Fun Run

Valley View High School

The Mayor’s Youth Advancement Council of Jonesboro presents Doggy Dash 5K Walk & Fun Run. The event is going to be held at the Valley View High School Parking lot.
This event is intended to get the public out with their best four-legged friends and to raise money for the exceptional community work that the MYAC and NAFA (Northeast Arkansans for Animals) Rescue do every day. NAFA is an all volunteer rescue that specializes in low-cost vaccination events and low-cost cat neuters, in conjunction with Jonesboro Animal Services.
Join the students of the MYAC by bringing your pup (or not) and participating in a 5K Fun Run / Walk for charity! If you cannot join us in person, become a virtual participant. We hope to see you there! This is not a timed event. Proceeds will be divided between the MYAC and Northeast Arkansas for Animals Rescue.
 
Register at: https://raceroster.com/events/2024/92053/doggy-dash-5k-walk-and-fun-run

Free

Almost, Maine: A Romantic Comedy

The Fowler Center 201 Olympic Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Almost, Maine, a romantic comedy set in the unique and fictional town of Almost, Maine, is a collection of nine short vignettes. Each vignette explores a different aspect of love and relationships through the quirky encounters of the town’s residents on a cold, clear night under the Northern Lights.
From unexpected reunions to humorous misunderstandings, the play delves into the complexities of human connection, featuring heartwarming moments and poignant reflections on love, loss, and the pursuit of happiness

Free

Jonesboro Slow Roll Bicycle Ride

Native Brew Works

Thursday social ride- every Thursday.
Native Brew Works parking lot
Meetup 6:15 roll out 6:30
No rsvp or membership needed

Free

Mean Girls, Jr.

The Forum 115 E Monroe Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The Plastics will take the Forum Theater stage for Mean Girls JR! This “fetch” musical is packed with keen wit, an undeniably catchy score, and a sincere message for everyone. Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign with Cady going undercover as an aspiring Plastic. When the lines between the real Cady and her Plastic self get blurred, she must find her way back to herself and her true friends. From writer Tina Fey (30 Rock), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) and composer Jeff Richmond (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Adapted from Fey’s 2004 blockbuster film and the Broadway smash hit, Mean Girls JR.

Free

Aiming For Arisa

Jonesboro Sports Shooting Complex 3702 Moore Road Jonesboro, AR 72401

Looking to participate in a fun event for a worthy cause at the Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex on October 12th?! Join us for Aiming for Arisa, presented by Signature Bank, a fundraising event benefitting the nonprofit behavioral mission of Arisa Health. Calling all compassionate sponsors – for $1,000, you can sponsor a team, whether it's your own...

A-State Volleyball vs ULM

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 LUM at First National Bank Arena!

Free

Mean Girls, Jr.

The Forum 115 E Monroe Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The Plastics will take the Forum Theater stage for Mean Girls JR! This “fetch” musical is packed with keen wit, an undeniably catchy score, and a sincere message for everyone. Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign with Cady going undercover as an aspiring Plastic. When the lines between the real Cady and her Plastic self get blurred, she must find her way back to herself and her true friends. From writer Tina Fey (30 Rock), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) and composer Jeff Richmond (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Adapted from Fey’s 2004 blockbuster film and the Broadway smash hit, Mean Girls JR.

Free

Standup Comedy Showcase

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

NEA Comedians are back showcasing standup comedy Friday October 11th at The Rec Room in Downtown Jonesboro. Memphis Comedy’s Nathan Jaxon is headlining our show featuring local favorite Ryan Quearry with Betsy Miller, KP Trymore, and John Weems. Bryce Moore is hosting. The show starts at 8:00. Doors open at 7:30. Tickets are only $5! Get yours now at $NEACOMEDIANS
 
 

Free

Aiming For Arisa!

Jonesboro Sports Shooting Complex 3702 Moore Road Jonesboro, AR 72401

Looking to participate in a fun event for a worthy cause at the Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex on October 12th?! Join us for Aiming for Arisa, a fundraising event benefitting the nonprofit behavioral mission of Arisa Health. Calling all compassionate sponsors – for $1,000, you can sponsor a team, whether it’s your own group or a mix of local students from school trap shoot teams.  Field sponsorships are also available.
Whether you’re seasoned or new to the sport, your involvement makes a meaningful difference. For inquiries or to secure your place, contact Anna at anna.taul@arisahealth.org or call (479) 750-2020 ext. 7224.

Free

St. Bernards Pink Warrior Run/Walk

On Saturday, Oct. 12, the St. Bernards Women’s Council will host the fifth annual Pink Warrior Walk/Run. Survivors and anyone currently undergoing treatment are invited to participate in the Survivor Parade at 8:30 a.m., with the 5K, open to all, beginning at 9 a.m. All races begin and end at St. Bernards Health & Wellness....

Judd Hill Farmer’s Market

Judd Hill Farmer's Market 3350 Aggie Road Jonesboro, AR 72401

Jonesboro’s biggest farmer’s market is back for the Spring and Summer season.  Location on Aggie Road on the Campus of Arkansas State University, the Judd Hill Farmer’s Market features both indoor and outdoor shopping, live music,  fresh produce, meat, and hand-made crafts.  Always free to attend.

Free

Hope Found Brewing Hope Coffee Festival

The Gardens at Harmony 4517 E Parker Rd, Jonesboro, AR 72404

Get ready to sample various coffees from local coffee shops throughout NEA and get the chance to vote for your favorite.
There will be plenty of other treats on hand to snack on as well.  Get your tickets here!
This all goes to support Hope Found, an organization dedicated to raising awareness about human trafficking.
Learn more here.  

Free

2nd annual Brewing Hope coffee Festival

The Gardens at Harmony 4517 E Parker Rd, Jonesboro, AR 72404

Join us for a fantastic day filled with aromatic brews, delicious treats, and a whole lot of fun. Get ready to sip and sample various coffee from local coffee shops throughout NEA and discover new flavors that will awaken your taste buds. Then you will have the chance to vote for your favorite brew in...

Legends of the Call

DNW Outdoors 1711 East Parker Road Jonesboro AR 72450

DNW’s Regional Duck Calling competition is ready to make some noise on October 12.
Registration beings at 10:00 with the contest starting at 1:00.  Learn more at dnwoutdoors.com.
 
 

Free

A-State Volleyball VS ULM

Check out the Red Wolves as they take on Sun Belt Conference foe ULM at First National Bank Arena Saturday afternoon.

$3.50

Jonesboro Oktoberfest 2024

Join us for Oktoberfest 2024!! A celebration of German heritage with food, live music (featuring the Jim Mahannah Band), beverages, games, raffle table, souvenir shirts and steins, and more!
We are hosting the vent at All Saints Lutheran Church and School, 1812 Rains in Jonesboro.
Come in your favorite Bavarian attire for the Best Dressed Competition!
Test your strength and endurance in the Steinholding Competition

Free

Mean Girls, Jr.

The Forum 115 E Monroe Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The Plastics will take the Forum Theater stage for Mean Girls JR! This “fetch” musical is packed with keen wit, an undeniably catchy score, and a sincere message for everyone. Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign with Cady going undercover as an aspiring Plastic. When the lines between the real Cady and her Plastic self get blurred, she must find her way back to herself and her true friends. From writer Tina Fey (30 Rock), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) and composer Jeff Richmond (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Adapted from Fey’s 2004 blockbuster film and the Broadway smash hit, Mean Girls JR.

Free

Mean Girls, Jr.

The Forum 115 E Monroe Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

A-State Volleyball vs ULM

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

Free

A Night of Stars Masquerade Ball

Embassy Suites 223 Red Wolf Blvd., Jonesboro, AR

Get your tickets NOW to attend A Night of Stars Masquerade Ball, presented by The Link Theatre Company! Starring Broadway’s Brent Barrett from Phantom of the Opera  Wear your best mask! Thursday, October 17, 2024 · 6 PMEmbassy Suites Ballroom223 Red Wolf Blvd., Jonesboro, AR, 72405RSVP by Oct. 1, 2024$175/person or $1,400/tableFor tickets, go to www.TheLinkTheatre.org.

Free

Octoberfest at the yard

The Yard 1918 Aggie Road, Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States

ATTENTION MEMBERS & GUESTS: COSTUME CONTEST: Put on your dirndles and leiderhosen and enter to win some awesome prizes! Winners will be chosen by the number of likes on our social media! 3 categories: Women, Men, & Children. Contest begins at 4pm on Friday and ends at 7pm on Sunday. Winners will be announced on...

Judd Hill Farmers’ Market

Judd Hill Farmer's Market 3350 Aggie Road Jonesboro, AR 72401

The premier farmers' market in Northeast Arkansas. Free to attend but hard to get out without dropping a couple of bucks on some fresh produce, flowers, or crafts!

Blasting For A Cure

Jonesboro Sports Shooting Complex 3702 Moore Road Jonesboro, AR 72401

Join us in support of Breast Cancer Awareness! Blasting for a Cure will take place 10/19/24 from 9am-1pm. Events include: •50 Clay 3 person squad Trap Tournament (preregister by texting 870-520-0417). •Pink Monster .22lr Rifle Challenge. •Pistol Dueling Tree Challenge. •Pistol Plinking Challenge. •Air Gun Fun (age 5-10). •Machine Gun Fun (Courtesy of JPD). • Free mammograms on site by NEA Baptist Mobile Mammography. Portion of proceeds benefiting NEA Charitable Foundation Together for Her program. Donations welcomed. For info or to signup, call 1 (870) 336-7003 -OR- text 1-870-520-0417

Free

Wake The Dead 2024

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

Car, Truck, Bike & Audio Show
The BIGGEST SHOW in the STATE Great food trucks Bathrooms Events Demos Great family fun Vendor spots (open message for details)Metering And much more….. 

For any details messageJonatan Cortes501.593.6900
You don’t want to Miss this showWe have Car Audio Celebrities and big YouTubers attend this event so come join in on the fun! This event goes on all day! So make sure to free up the whole day to spend it with us 
make sure to hit the coming or maybe button please
This is a drama free, fun-packed day (& night) for all!!!! ARSPL reserves the right to refuse participation in or attendance to this event to any person or group who chooses not to follow our friendly, supportive atmosphere

Free

TinkerFaire-SciFest!

As part of A-State’s campus-wide Arkansas Science Festival, A-State Museum will host TinkerFaire-SciFest! This (FREE) happy event enables creative and innovative thinkers to involve themselves in hands-on activities that stimulate further learning and doing, all in a festival atmosphere!

Taco and Margarita Festival

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

Coming to the car show and wanting something to eat? Looking for something fun to do on a Saturday? Join us for a Taco and Margarita Festival on Saturday, October 19th!

We’ll have food trucks from around the area setting up along with drinks, wrestling, and vendors inside!

This will be a ticketed event, so get your tickets today:
https://www.ticketmaster.com/taco…/event/1B006116EC30B296

$14 – $24

Wicked Bouquets!

Make some Wicked Bouquets at the Creativity Lab of Jonesboro! Our raw material will be an array of beautiful dried flowers from the incomparable Whitton Farms! We can spray paint, decorate and style our bouquets for a seasonal good time! Tickets are $45, and you get a glass of wine or n/a cider, and a...

$45

A-State Ensemble Series

The Fowler Center 201 Olympic Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72401

A-State ChoirsJonesboro ChoraleScarlet Voices Dr. Ryan W. Sullivan, Director of Choral ActivitiesDr. Marques J. Ruff, Assistant Director of Choral ActivitiesDr. Alsion Hsieh, pianoDr. Qianyu Chen, piano Program: Jonesboro ChoraleAutumn Leaves (2001) - Johnny Mercer (1909-1976), arr. Deke Sharon Three Indigenous Taiwanese Songs (2024) - arr. Tsai Yu-Shan1. Harvest Song Fünf Gesänge für gemischten Chor, Op....

JYPN Art Walk

Join us for a unique look at Downtown Jonesboro with fellow JYPN members and guests.Meet at Rotary Centennial Plaza at 3pm on Thursday October 24th. From there, our group will be taken on stroll through Downtown Jonesboro to take a look at some of the incredible public art on display in the streets of our...

FREE!

A-State Volleyball vs Troy

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 Trojans of Troy at First National Bank Arena!

Free

St. Bernards Senior Life Center Rummage Sale

Members of the St. Bernards Senior Life Center will be hosting a Rummage Sale on Friday, October 25th from 8 a.m . to 3 p.m. at 700 East Washington Avenue in Jonesboro. The St. Bernards Senior Life Center is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to help keep the minds and bodies of seniors active....

Free

Book Sale and Drive

Jonesboro Public Library 315 W Oak Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Have some gently used books, dvds, cds, jigsaw puzzles you want to donate? Bring them. Want to fill your home book shelves? We have got you covered. All proceeds go to Friends of CCJPL, helping to fund events and projects at the CCJPL.

free

A-State Volleyball vs Troy

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 Trojans of Troy at First National Bank Arena!

Free

Slings and sticks!

Join us for the 5th Annual Slings & Sticks! We'll have so many fun things for the community! There will be trunk or treat, zip-line, pumpkin chunkin, laser tag, carnival games, chili, bonfire, and much more! This event is all free for the community.

Boooling Night at Hijinx!

Hijinx Entertainment 3102 Shelby Dr.

 Mark your calendars! Booowling Night is happening at Hijinx on Oct 25th from 7-9PM!  Get ready for a night of bowling, epic contests, and thrilling games!  Zombie Lasertron will take place from 8-11PM.

Judd Hill Farmers’ Market

Judd Hill Farmer's Market 3350 Aggie Road Jonesboro, AR 72401

The premier farmers' market in Northeast Arkansas. Free to attend but hard to get out without dropping a couple of bucks on some fresh produce, flowers, or crafts!

Kids Day at the Judd Hill Farmers’ Market

Judd Hill Farmer's Market 3350 Aggie Road Jonesboro, AR 72401

Join us for Kids Day at the Market!  We're wrapping up our 2024 regular market season with a fun-filled morning of fall festivities, including:  Costume Contest,  Trick or Treating with Market Vendors,  Bouncy Houses,  Tractor Tour,  Balloon Animals,  Face Painting,  Pumpkin Painting,  Coloring Contest,  Scavenger Hunt. Don't miss this exciting event as we celebrate the end of a wonderful market season! See you there!

FREE!

A-State Football vs Troy

Centennial Bank Stadium 2720 A St, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The Red Wolves return home for a battle with the Trojans of Troy at Centennial Bank Stadium.

$18 – $88

Rocky Horror Picture Show

Don't miss this Halloween classic! The costume contest starts at 7:00 with the movie starting at 7:30! You can check this out at the Forum in Downtown Jonesboro. And, it's free!

Highland Drive Baptist Church Harvest Festival

Highland Drive Baptist Church 515 E. Highland Drive Jonesboro, AR 72401

Come join us for FREE food, fun, games, candy, and giveaways! You can register to win a drone, 32 inch smart tv, headphones, or a NERF family game! There will also be a petting zoo, bouncy houses, hayride, facepainting, and see a REAL firetruck and ambulance up close! We hope to see you there

FREE!

Ashley McBryde with the Delta symphony Orchestra

The Fowler Center 201 Olympic Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72401

The DELTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA invites you to a concert conducted by Dr. Neale Bartee with Grammy Award winner and Arkansas native, Ashley McBryde. McBryde will return to Jonesboro on October 27th for a special performance with the Delta Symphony Orchestra at the Fowler Center on the A-State campus. This unique concert will feature McBryde performing her own material...

$50 – $90

ARKids Trunk or Treat

You are invited to our Trunk or Treat at our Jonesboro Center. Join us October 29th 5:30 - 7:30 PM. The event is at ARKids at 3100 Apache Drive in Jonesboro. Wear your best costume and have a great time with us!

FREE!

Horror Movie Trivia at The Social

The Social Chancery Ln, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Join us for a spooky night of Horror Movie Trivia! Test your knowledge of horror films and have a chance to win some eerie prizes. Get your crew together and come dressed in your best Halloween costumes for a night of fun!

Blocktober!

Join us on your trick-or-treat route! We will have free corn dogs, games to play, bounce houses, and lots of candy! The event is at Refuge Church at 1925 Wood St.

Trunk or Treat at Marriott Courtyard

Courtyard by Marriott 4811 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States

The Hotel may not be haunted but that doesn't make the candy any less sweet! Join the gang at Courtyard Marriott starting at 6:00 on Halloween night! Candy...games...and some surprises!

FREE!

Halloween at the Porch

Huntington Square

 Spooktacular Halloween Party at The Porch!  Get ready for a hauntingly good time this Halloween at The Porch at Huntington Square! Join us for a night full of spooky fun, costumes, and Halloween specials!   When? We’re kicking off the festivities at 6:30 PM, so make sure to come early and grab your spot.  Costume Contest:...

5th Annual Halloween Skele-bration

Ahoy, me hearties...it's time for a Skele-bration!!!!It's all hands-on deck this Halloween at Jonesboro Overhead Door's 5th annual Halloween Bash  come gather the treasure at our truck or treat  Have a photo taken under the Drewster Dragon pirate ship  Grab a Hot Dog and Popcorn before embarking on a Captain Jack O' Lanterns Halloween walk...

FREE!