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Sunday, May 10: Peter Pan The Ballet

The Foundation of Arts will present “Peter Pan The Ballet” at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. Performances will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday. Tickets are available for purchase online or at The Forum Box Office. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

Tuesday, May 12: Mahjong Lessons

Unwind at Body Indulgence will host Mahjong Lessons at its Creek Drive location in Jonesboro. The Mahjong Beginner Club will offer instruction for $25 per person, with limited seating available for up to 24 participants. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase during the event. For more information or to reserve a spot, visit unwindjboro.com.

Wednesday, May 13: Mahjong That Matters

Unwind at Body Indulgence will host Mahjong that Matters, a special benefit night supporting the Methodist Family Health Foundation and adolescents receiving care at Methodist Children’s Behavioral Hospital in Jonesboro. Tickets are $40 per person and include a mini charcuterie board. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit unwindjboro.com.

Thursday, May 14: Rising Stars of NEA Spotlight

The Link Theatre Company will present “Rising Stars of NEA Spotlight,” showcasing talented high school musical theater programs from across Northeast Arkansas. The event will be held at the Woodard McAlister Family Club at Centennial Bank Stadium at 6 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit thelinktheatre.org.

Friday, May 15: A Broadway Dreams Cabaret

The The Link Theatre Company will present “A Broadway Dreams Cabaret,” featuring seasoned performers from across Northeast Arkansas. The event will take place at The Lounge at Huntington Square at 7 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit thelinktheatre.org.

Friday, May 15: Butterflies & Bloom

Local Mpact will host its annual Butterflies & Bloom Event at Embassy Suites Red Wolf Convention Center in Jonesboro at 7 p.m. Participants are invited to enjoy a butterfly release, flower-themed activities and more. All proceeds will benefit families that have endured infant loss. For more information, visit localmpact.net.

Saturday, May 16: Judd Hill Farmers Market

​The Judd Hill Farmers Market opens for the 2026 season at 3350 Aggie Road in Jonesboro. The market will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday. Local vendors will offer fresh produce, baked goods, handmade items and more. Info: (870) 919-6166 or visit juddhillfoundation.org​

Tuesday, May 19: Arkansas Rural Development Conference

The 2026 Arkansas Rural Development Conference will be held at the Embassy Suites Convention Center in Jonesboro. This three-day event, hosted by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission Division of Rural Services, brings together community leaders, government officials and stakeholders to discuss strategies, resources and initiatives supporting rural development across the state. Info: visit arkansasedc.com.

Wednesday, May 20: Arkansas Rural Development Conference

The 2026 Arkansas Rural Development Conference will be held at the Embassy Suites Convention Center in Jonesboro. This three-day event, hosted by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission Division of Rural Services, brings together community leaders, government officials and stakeholders to discuss strategies, resources and initiatives supporting rural development across the state. Info: visit arkansasedc.com.

Wednesday, May 20: Heart Truth Luncheon

Community Health Education Foundation will host The Heart Truth Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Gardens at Harmony, 4517 E. Parker Road in Jonesboro. Single tickets are $20 and tables of eight are available for $250. Info: Call (870) 931-4044 or email chefjonesboro@gmail.com.

Thursday, May 21: Arkansas Rural Development Conference

The 2026 Arkansas Rural Development Conference will be held at the Embassy Suites Convention Center in Jonesboro. This three-day event, hosted by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission Division of Rural Services, brings together community leaders, government officials and stakeholders to discuss strategies, resources and initiatives supporting rural development across the state. Info: visit arkansasedc.com.

Thursday, May 21: 10-Year Anniversary Celebration

NYITCOM at A-State will celebrate a decade of training physicians at A 10-Year Anniversary Celebration at Embassy Suites Jonesboro Red Wolf Convention Center with dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m. The event will feature Dr. Barbara Ross Lee, founding dean of NYITCOM at A-State and a national leader in osteopathic medical education, along with other leaders, alumni and community partners.

Saturday, May 23: Judd Hill Farmers Market

​The Judd Hill Farmers Market opens for the 2026 season at 3350 Aggie Road in Jonesboro. The market will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday. Local vendors will offer fresh produce, baked goods, handmade items and more. Info: (870) 919-6166 or visit juddhillfoundation.org​

Thursday, May 28: The Skirmish

The Skirmish Delta Gravel Festival will take place in Jonesboro, bringing together the local cycling community for a four-day celebration of gravel biking in the Delta. The festival kicks off with community rides and shakeout events, followed by a downtown expo, live music and packet pickup, and culminates in a competitive main event featuring multiple race distances of approximately 24, 43, 63 and 100 miles. Designed for riders of all skill levels, the event also includes vendor booths, food and social activities throughout the weekend. For more information, visit skirmishjonesboro.com.

Friday, May 29: The Skirmish

The Skirmish Delta Gravel Festival will take place in Jonesboro, bringing together the local cycling community for a four-day celebration of gravel biking in the Delta. The festival kicks off with community rides and shakeout events, followed by a downtown expo, live music and packet pickup, and culminates in a competitive main event featuring multiple race distances of approximately 24, 43, 63 and 100 miles. Designed for riders of all skill levels, the event also includes vendor booths, food and social activities throughout the weekend. For more information, visit skirmishjonesboro.com.

Saturday, May 30: Judd Hill Farmers Market

​The Judd Hill Farmers Market opens for the 2026 season at 3350 Aggie Road in Jonesboro. The market will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday. Local vendors will offer fresh produce, baked goods, handmade items and more. Info: (870) 919-6166 or visit juddhillfoundation.org​

Saturday, May 30: The Skirmish

The Skirmish Delta Gravel Festival will take place in Jonesboro, bringing together the local cycling community for a four-day celebration of gravel biking in the Delta. The festival kicks off with community rides and shakeout events, followed by a downtown expo, live music and packet pickup, and culminates in a competitive main event featuring multiple race distances of approximately 24, 43, 63 and 100 miles. Designed for riders of all skill levels, the event also includes vendor booths, food and social activities throughout the weekend. For more information, visit skirmishjonesboro.com.

Saturday, May 30:

Open Studio will host the Gee Street Art & Craft Fair at 304 S. Gee Street in Jonesboro from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will include handmade art and crafts from local artisans, vendors, food trucks and more. Info: (870) 206-8039 or openstudiojonesboro.com.

Sunday, May 31: The Skirmish

The Skirmish Delta Gravel Festival will take place in Jonesboro, bringing together the local cycling community for a four-day celebration of gravel biking in the Delta. The festival kicks off with community rides and shakeout events, followed by a downtown expo, live music and packet pickup, and culminates in a competitive main event featuring multiple race distances of approximately 24, 43, 63 and 100 miles. Designed for riders of all skill levels, the event also includes vendor booths, food and social activities throughout the weekend. For more information, visit skirmishjonesboro.com.

Saturday, June 6: Judd Hill Farmers Market

​The Judd Hill Farmers Market opens for the 2026 season at 3350 Aggie Road in Jonesboro. The market will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday. Local vendors will offer fresh produce, baked goods, handmade items and more. Info: (870) 919-6166 or visit juddhillfoundation.org​

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