Arkansas State Holidays

Arkansas State Holidays include the following dates for 2026:

• Daisy Gatson Bates Day - February 16, 2026 (3rd Monday in February)

• Christmas Eve - December 24

These are in addition to the US Federal Holidays!

Local Arkansas Observance Days

• National Arkansas Day - January 11

• Arkansas Severe Weather Awareness Week - March 1-7, 2026

• Tornado Safety Drill - March 4, 2026

• Arkansas Flood Safety Awareness Week - March 8-14, 2026

• Arkansas Weather Awareness Week - November 29 - December 5, 2026

Arkansas State Flag

Map of Arkansas

Arkansas Trivia

• The Only Active Diamond Mine in America: Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, is the only diamond-producing site in the world that is open to the public, allowing visitors to dig for real gems and keep whatever they find.

• The Global Capital of Quartz Crystals: The Ouachita Mountains surrounding Mount Ida, Arkansas, contain some of the highest-quality quartz deposits on Earth, making the state a top global destination for crystal collectors and geologists.

• The Birthplace of the World's Largest Retailer: The very first Walmart store officially opened its doors in Rogers, Arkansas, in 1962, founded by Sam Walton and laying the groundwork for the global retail giant's headquarters in Bentonville.

Overview of Arkansas

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Arkansas Festivals and Events

Info. to Come!

National Parks in Arkansas

• Hot Springs National Park

For additional information on National Parks in Arkansas, visit the National Park Service website.

State Parks in Arkansas

There are 52 State Parks in the State of Arkansas.  For additional information on each park, please visit the Arkansas State Parks website.

Also, The State Parks website is a great resource to find detailed information on all of the State Parks as well as the National Parks in Arkansas: https://www.stateparks.com/ar.html

Arkansas State Facts and History

Explore the core identity and rich heritage of the region with our comprehensive guide to its official state history, symbols, and unique characteristics:

• Arkansas became the 25th State on June 15, 1836
• Arkansas State Abbreviation: AR
• Arkansas State Capital: Little Rock
• Arkansas State Amphibian: N/A
• Arkansas State Animal: White Tailed Deer
• Arkansas State Beverage: Milk 
• Arkansas State Bird: Mockingbird
• Arkansas State Butterfly/Insect: European Honey Bee and the Diana Fritillary Butterfly
• Arkansas State Dog: N/A
• Arkansas State Fish: N/A
• Arkansas State Flower: Apple Blossom
• Arkansas State Fruit and Vegetable: Vine Ripe Pink Tomato
• Arkansas State Gemstone: Diamond
• Arkansas State Motto: The People Rule
• Arkansas State Nickname: The Natural State
• Arkansas State Nut: Pecan
• Arkansas State Reptile: N/A
• Arkansas State Sport: N/A
• Arkansas State Tree: Pine

Arkansas Resources

• Arkansas - Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arkansas

• State of Arkansas Government - https://www.arkansas.gov/

• Arkansas Tourism website - https://www.arkansas.com/

Pinterest Board of Arkansas