501Fest '26
Sat, May 09
|Little Rock
501Fest returns in 2026, a celebration of Arkansas culture, creativity, and community. Live music, local flavors, and unforgettable energy all converge in the heart of Little Rock. This is where the 501 comes alive.
Time & Location
May 09, 2026, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Little Rock, Downtown, Little Rock, AR, USA
Guests
About the event
501Fest returns in 2026 with a bigger celebration of Arkansas culture, creativity, and community spirit. Hosted in the heart of downtown Little Rock, this two-day festival brings together local talent, businesses, and residents to honor everything that makes the 501 area unique.
Experience live music from Arkansas’s best artists, interactive art installations, food trucks featuring homegrown flavors, family-friendly activities, and the signature Creators’ Village showcasing makers and entrepreneurs from across the state.
More than just a festival — 501Fest is a movement that celebrates the power of togetherness, highlighting the people, stories, and energy that drive Central Arkansas forward.
Join us May 8-9th, 2026, in the Little Rock River Market District as we turn the streets into a vibrant hub of music, culture, and connection.
Food. Fun. Family. The 501 Way.