Arkansas sits between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, the Arkansas River, and the Mississippi Delta — a state of nearly 3 million people shaped by forests, rivers, and rich frontier history. Its past includes Indigenous cultures, early exploration, antebellum settlement, and complex paths through the Civil War and Reconstruction.
Here in Arkansas, Renaissance fairs and medieval‑themed festivals bring time travel to life amid scenic woodlands or by riverbanks. Visitors will find costumed artisans, minstrels, staged swordplay and jousts, immersive storytelling, and the smells of hearth cooking or period treats. From wandering knights to strolling bards, the atmosphere is playful, spirited, and rooted in both fantasy and regional character.
Step into these events, wander between booths and performances, revel in the pageantry — and explore the upcoming festivals across Arkansas with open arms to the magic of ages past.