Big Weekend in Fairfield Bay October 16–17! ArkansasRadio.com Road Gang Broadcasting LIVE Friday, Plus Side-by-Side Obstacle Course, FREE Street Dance, Poker Run and Sports Card Show
Fairfield Bay is getting ready for an exciting weekend of family fun, live entertainment, outdoor adventure and sports collectibles as 2 major community events take place Friday, October 16, and Saturday, October 17, 2026.
The ArkansasRadio.com Road Gang will be broadcasting LIVE from Fairfield Bay this Friday afternoon, October 16, from 3 PM until 6 PM, bringing the excitement of Fairfield Bay Friday to listeners throughout North Central Arkansas.
The weekend lineup includes a side-by-side obstacle course with a unique twist, a FREE street dance featuring live music, a poker run and the Greers Ferry Lake Card Show, where collectors can buy, sell and trade sports cards, Pokémon cards and memorabilia.
ArkansasRadio.com Road Gang LIVE Friday From 3 PM Until 6 PM
The ArkansasRadio.com family of radio stations will help kick off the weekend celebration with a LIVE remote broadcast from Fairfield Bay on Friday, October 16, from 3 PM until 6 PM.
The ArkansasRadio.com Road Gang will be on location during Fairfield Bay Friday, bringing listeners coverage of the activities, community celebrations and excitement surrounding the weekend.
Residents and visitors are invited to come out, meet the Road Gang and enjoy an afternoon of entertainment at the Fairfield Bay Village Town Center.
The LIVE broadcast will take place as participants prepare for one of the afternoon’s biggest attractions, the SXS Blind Throttle Obstacle Course.
Side-by-Side Blind Throttle Obstacle Course Begins Friday at 4 PM
One of the most unusual attractions of Fairfield Bay Friday will be the SXS Blind Throttle Obstacle Course, beginning at 4 PM.
The competition puts teamwork and communication to the test as a driver navigates an obstacle course while relying on instructions from a trusted co-pilot.
Organizers describe the challenge with the slogan:
“Blind Driver. Trusted Co-Pilot. One Wild Ride!”
The entry fee is $10.
Spectators can watch as teams attempt to successfully navigate the course through communication, trust and a little adventure.
The event promises plenty of excitement for participants and those watching from the sidelines.
FREE Street Dance Friday Night From 6 PM Until 9 PM
The celebration continues Friday evening with a FREE community street dance featuring Matt Curry and the Smokin Hot Pickers.
The street dance takes place from 6 PM until 9 PM at the Fairfield Bay Village Town Center.
Residents and visitors are invited to bring their friends and family for an evening of live music, dancing and community fun.
Admission is FREE.
The street dance gets underway as the ArkansasRadio.com Road Gang wraps up its LIVE afternoon broadcast at 6 PM.
Poker Run Adds Outdoor Adventure to Weekend Activities
Outdoor enthusiasts can also look forward to a poker run scheduled for Saturday, October 17.
The event adds another recreational opportunity to the Fairfield Bay weekend.
An event flyer lists registration beginning at 3 PM but does not clearly identify the registration day. Participants should confirm the registration time and other details with organizers before attending.
Organizers previously offered a FREE event T-shirt to participants registering by October 1.
Fairfield Bay Friday is sponsored by the Fairfield Bay Chamber of Commerce and FFB Lanes.
For more information about Fairfield Bay Friday activities, call 501-454-7436 or email ffbdirector@gmail.com.
Greers Ferry Lake Card Show Coming Saturday, October 17
Another big attraction arrives Saturday when the Greers Ferry Lake Card Show takes place at the Fairfield Bay Conference Center.
The show runs from 9 AM until 5 PM at 110 Lost Creek Parkway in Fairfield Bay.
The event brings together sports fans, trading card collectors and families interested in collectibles and memorabilia.
Visitors will have opportunities to buy, sell and trade a variety of items, including:
- Baseball cards
- Football and basketball cards
- Pokémon trading cards
- Sports memorabilia
- Other collectible trading cards
Whether searching for a favorite player, adding a new card to an existing collection or discovering the hobby for the first time, visitors can explore a variety of collectibles.
Admission is $5, and children 12 and under are admitted FREE.
Stan’s Sports Cards of Greenbrier Serving as Title Sponsor
Stan’s Sports Cards of Greenbrier, Arkansas, is serving as title sponsor of the Greers Ferry Lake Card Show.
The event is designed to bring together collectors of different ages and interests.
Sports card collecting continues to attract fans interested in vintage cards, modern collectibles, rookie cards and memorabilia featuring their favorite athletes.
The show also provides opportunities for collectors to meet others who share their interests and potentially find cards they have been searching for.
Additional information is available through the Lake Area Sports Facebook page.
Complete Fairfield Bay Weekend Schedule
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
3 PM–6 PM — ArkansasRadio.com Road Gang broadcasting LIVE from Fairfield Bay.
4 PM — SXS Blind Throttle Obstacle Course at Fairfield Bay Village Town Center. Entry fee: $10.
6 PM–9 PM — FREE Community Street Dance featuring Matt Curry and the Smokin Hot Pickers at Fairfield Bay Village Town Center.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2026
9 AM–5 PM — Greers Ferry Lake Card Show at Fairfield Bay Conference Center, 110 Lost Creek Parkway. Admission: $5. Children 12 and under FREE.
Poker Run — Scheduled for Saturday. Contact organizers to confirm registration and event details.
Come Celebrate a Big Weekend in Fairfield Bay!
From side-by-side obstacle course competition and LIVE music to collectible sports cards and outdoor recreation, Fairfield Bay will offer a variety of activities for residents and visitors.
Don’t miss the ArkansasRadio.com Road Gang broadcasting LIVE from Fairfield Bay this Friday, October 16, from 3 PM until 6 PM!
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