Arkansas communities wrapped up one of the busiest Christmas weekends of the season, as events from Rose Bud to Beebe drew large crowds, delivered strong community turnout, and showcased the holiday spirit across the ArkansasRadio.com coverage area.
Rose Bud — Crowds Turn Out for Parade and Weekend Festivities
In Rose Bud, it was a big weekend as residents filled the streets for the annual Christmas Parade. Timeless 106.1 KFFB broadcast live from 4 to 7 p.m., serving free Petit Jean hot dogs, Flowers Baking Company buns, Coke products, and popcorn while supplies lasted. The celebrations continued though Sunday at Rozark Hills Coffee Roasterie, where families enjoyed refreshments, holiday shopping, and community fellowship.
Fairfield Bay — Fairfield Bay had a Christmas Extravaganza
Fairfield Bay celebrated a festive weekend as the Christmas Extravaganza brought families together for a full evening of holiday traditions. The festivities began at the Conference Center with the Festival of Trees and the Village Market, where visitors enjoyed decorated displays and local vendors. Crowds lined Dave Creek Parkway for the Christmas Parade, followed by Light the Bay, which illuminated the community with glowing holiday scenes. Families ended the night at the Conference Center with warm treats and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, making it one of Fairfield Bay’s most memorable holiday celebrations.
Searcy — A Full Day of Christmas Giving and Tradition
Searcy also delivered a massive holiday weekend with two ArkansasRadio.com live broadcasts and a full schedule of events. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunrise Outfitters hosted the Christmas for the Kids Toy Drive, benefiting White County Christmas 4 Kids.
From 3 to 6 p.m., stations went live from the Drive-Thru Nativity at Searcy First Assembly of God—a beloved tradition featuring live actors, animals, and elaborate Bethlehem scenes.
Elsewhere in town, families packed the Polar Express Pajama Party at the Rialto Theater and enjoyed Pioneer Village’s Old-Fashioned Christmas. The night ended with the Holiday of Lights Christmas Parade, honoring 2025 Grand Marshal Carla Fowler, who rode in loving memory of her late husband, community photographer Al Fowler.
Cabot —Cabot Christmas Express Parade
Cabot was also buzzing for the 2025 Cabot Christmas Parade: Cabot Christmas Express, rolling through downtown Saturday, with the theme celebrating the magic of a Christmas train. . check out CabotChristmas.com
Heber Springs — A Beloved Parade Lights Up Main Street
In Heber Springs, the annual Here We Come A-Caroling Christmas Parade lit up Main Street with floats, carolers, and Santa himself. The celebration ended with the lighting of the courthouse, a favorite local moment shared widely across social media.
Vilonia — The Parade of Trees Draws Families to Downtown
The 15th Annual Vilonia Christmas Parade: Parade of Trees delivered festive floats, community performances, and a strong hometown turnout, families lined Main Street at dusk to watch the parade travel from Cemetery Road to Vilonia High School.
Beebe — One of Central Arkansas’s Biggest Parades Caps the Weekend
And Beebe wrapped the weekend with one of the region’s most anticipated traditions—the Beebe Christmas Parade, stepping off at 6 p.m. Sunday night. ArkansasRadio.com stations broadcast from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., building excitement ahead of the parade and celebrating community spirit alongside Parade MC Matt Jenkins.
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