- One of North Central Arkansas’ most anticipated summer traditions is returning as the Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce presents the 26th Annual Red, White & Blue Festival on June 26–27, 2026, on the campus of Arkansas State University–Mountain Home.
The celebration will once again bring together residents and visitors for a weekend filled with patriotic pride, family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and one of the region’s largest fireworks displays.
Rodeo attendees can purchase discounted advance tickets for $10 at the Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce office and other select locations beginning June 13. Gate admission will be $15 for adults, $5 for children ages 6–12, and free for children 5 and under.
AdvertisementFestivities continue on Saturday, June 27, beginning with the Red, White & Blue 5K Race. Registration opens at 6:00 a.m., and runners will take off at 7:00 a.m.
Register for the 5K online at:
https://bit.ly/RWB5K2026The beloved Red, White & Blue Parade will step off at 10:00 a.m. in downtown Mountain Home, with participant line-up beginning at 9:00 a.m. The parade route will travel south on Highway 5, then turn right onto Main Street and continue through downtown Mountain Home.
Parade participation is free. Register online at:
https://bit.ly/RWBParade2026The festival grounds at ASU-Mountain Home will come alive Saturday afternoon with vendors, food, family activities, and live entertainment. The Kids Zone, sponsored by Danfoss, will be open from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., while festival vendors will operate from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Additional highlights include a Cornhole Tournament at 6:00 p.m. (register online at https://bit.ly/49URSdW), proudly sponsored by GTS Physical Therapy, and an evening of live music beginning at 6:15 p.m, sponsored by the Military Services Sisters – Mountain Home Chapter. Featured performers include Austin Michael at 6:15 p.m. and Arkansas-native headliners Copper Flats at 7:45 p.m.
The celebration concludes with the area’s premier Independence Day fireworks display at 9:30 p.m., lighting up the sky above the ASU-Mountain Home campus. The Red, White & Blue Festival fireworks show, sponsored in honor of Peter and Jan Peitz, is one of the largest in North Central Arkansas and serves as the grand finale to a full day of community celebration.
The festival is made possible through the generous support of sponsors, volunteers, community partners, and local businesses who help create a memorable experience for thousands of attendees each year.
Admission to the festival grounds is free.
For sponsorship opportunities, vendor information, parade registration, or additional event details, contact the Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce at (870) 425-5111, visit RedWhiteBlueFestival.com, or follow Red White & Blue Festival – Mountain Home on Facebook.
Community members can also support the festival through the annual Jewels For You fundraiser. Tickets are now on sale at participating local banks, Carter’s Jewel Chest, and the Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce office. All proceeds directly benefit the Red, White & Blue Festival, helping to fund the free community celebration. One lucky winner will take home a stunning Hearts On Fire diamond teardrop necklace valued at $4,600, generously provided by Carter’s Jewel Chest.
Event Schedule
Friday, June 26
- 7:30 p.m. – Rodeo Pre-Show
- 8:00 p.m. – Red, White & Blue Rodeo
Saturday, June 27
- 7:00 a.m. – Red, White & Blue 5K Race
- 10:00 a.m. – Red, White & Blue Parade
- 3:00 p.m. – Festival Grounds Open
- 3:00–8:00 p.m. – Kids Zone
- 3:00–10:00 p.m. – Vendors
- 6:00 p.m. – Cornhole Tournament
- 6:15 p.m. – Austin Michael
- 7:45 p.m. – Copper Flats
- 9:15 p.m. – Jewels For You Raffle Drawing & National Anthem
- 9:30 p.m. – Fireworks Display
Red, White & Blue Festival is proudly presented by the Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce.
