Mountain View Arkansas takes great pride in their events and festivals, and the traditions are part of what makes this town so special. Don't miss live music on Court Square, Mountains and Motorcycles, BeanFest, Folk Festival or any of the other opportunites to experience special events in Mountain View.
Mountain View Bluegrass Festival
March 9-11 2023
One of the area's popular bi-annual events, the Mountain View Bluegrass Festival offers up Ozark pickin and grinnin with local talent and musicians from all around in the Spring and Fall.
Arkansas Folk Festival
April 14-15 2023
Boasting 59 years, The annual Arkansas Folk Festival, takes place every third Saturday in April . Come join us, in the beautiful Ozarks, for a fun filled weekend with activities for all ages! Activities include Music on the Square, a parade on Saturday morning, street vendors and tasty food vendors.
Dulcimer Jamboree
April 27-29 2023
Make your plans to visit Mountain View this spring for performances by the nation’s top mountain dulcimer and hammered dulcimer players during the evening on Friday, April 29th & Saturday, April 30th at the park’s 1,000-seat music venue, the Ozark Highlands Theater.
Mountain View Iris Festival
May 5-6 2023
Folks come from all around to see the Iris in bloom in Mountain View in May and there's a festival to celebrate! Events include the carousel organs, iris garden tours, plant sales, Mountain View merchants open with arts and crafts selections, Friday night live music on the courthouse square at 7 pm, dancing on the courthouse square, food vendors on the square, and local restaurants open.
Cowboy Music and Arts Festival
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This spring, retreat to the Ozarks for the Cowboy Music & Arts Festival at the Ozark Folk Center State Park in lovely Mountain View, Arkansas. Join the fun us as the Folk Center celebrates the songs and stories of the American Cowboy during this two-day, family-friendly event featuring GRAMMY award-winning music, the region's finest artisans, gardens, and Southern style buffets at The Skillet Restaurant.
Food Truck Battle in the Mountains
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Come join us on Court Square for our 1st Annual Food Truck Battle in the Mountains! This is a fundraiser to raise money for the Mountain View 4th of July Fireworks!
Country Blues and BBQ
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This summer, retreat to the Ozarks for Country Blues & BBQ at the Ozark Folk Center State Park in lovely Mountain View, Arkansas. Join the fun us as the Folk Center celebrates the blues of the Mississippi Delta and beyond during this two-day event featuring GRAMMY Award-winning musicians, family-friendly entertainment in the Craft Village, and Southern style barbecue at The Skillet Restaurant.
Mountain View Mountains Music and Motorcycles
August 19-20, 2023
Grab your bikes and buddies and ride over to Mountain View, AR for the 16th Annual Mountains, Music and Motorcycles! This is a one of a kind event for Mountain View, a poker run, and a bike & car show. There is something for the biker in everyone. Music and great food...and of course, motorcycles!
Off the Beaten Path Studio Tour
September 15-17, 2023
Visit the private working studios of fine artists and craft artisans located within 30 miles of the Historic Court Square on this FREE self-guided driving tour in the beautiful Ozark Mountains.
Bean Festival and Championship Outhouse Races
October 27-28, 2023
Sponsored by the Mountain View Chamber of Commerce, this annual event features artisans, vendors and lots of great food downtown on the square. And, the Outhouse Races are not to be missed!
Mountain View Bluegrass Festival
November 9-11 2023
Don't miss Bluegrass music at the Ozark Folk Center! Proceeds from the festival help fund music scholarships and the Music Roots Program for youth in Mtn. View Public Schools.
