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Just a short drive away from your private Eureka Springs cabin or cottage, there is always something interesting and new to experience during your family vacation, group getaway, or romantic retreat to Eureka Springs, AR. Hike the hills around town, or out by Lake Leatherwood, the largest city park in the USA. Cool down and wind down in the afternoon with a cool beverage in a chair with a view on a balcony overlooking the historic streets at one of the local restaurants. Spend a day trying to visit every antique shop listed in the Eureka Springs
Antique shopping guide. You will be shocked at the treasures you will find. Not so many years ago, it is rumored that an original Tiffany lamp was discovered in one of Eureka Springs Antique shops – and at a huge bargain! You never know …
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Local attractions range from the Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, home to wild cats, to the inspiring Thorn Crown Chapel, to War Eagle Mill, a working flour mill.
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Day trip canoe adventures are less than 15 minutes away. Best river months are
April to July, and depend on our rain fall. Schedule your paddle with Kings River Canoe or Tall Tales Guide Service - (479) 253-7239.
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If you love cars, you will love our Car Show weekends, including Mustang Weekend
in April, VW Weekend in August, Antique Automobile Weekend in September, and
Corvette Weekend in October.
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Go cave exploring at Onyx Cave (5 min drive), War Eagle Cavern (25 min drive), Cosmic Cave (25 min drive), or Blanchard Spring Cavern (2 hour drive).
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Eureka Springs festive holiday’s are not to be missed! Dazzling Christmas lights, the Christmas Parade (featured on A&E December, 2003) and the Tour of Homes are just the beginning.
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Since the 60’s, Eureka Springs has attracted a strong artist community. Many of our local artists sell their work at fabulous local galleries. Click here for a detailed list.
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This famous play of the passion of Christ opens in April and runs into the end
of October. See the Great Passion Play website for details and pricing.
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Treat yourself and your loved one to a romantic ride in a horse-drawn carriage.
Call toll-free: 888-624-6787. Cost: $40 and up
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Ride through scenic Ozark mountain trails with Steve’s Stables.
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Lakes and rivers abound in the area. Fish or boat on Beaver Lake, Lake Leatherwood, Table Rock Lake, Lake Lucerne, Buffalo National River, White River, or Kings River.
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Tatoos Eureka Style,
Health Works Massage & Reflexology Center, and
Reiki Focus Theraputic Massage
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Musical acts grace the stage of the Auditorium in Eureka Springs year round. Recent acts include Willie Nelson and Allison Krause. Chelsea's Corner Cafe offers live music nightly.
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Year-round music festivals start with the Blues Festival in late May or early
June, then Bluegrass Festival in August, Jazz Eureka in September, and the Ozark
Folk Festival in October.
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Spend a day visiting the natural springs tucked into grottos all over town. Or,
visit the lovely Blue Spring Heritage Center, where 38-million gallons of cold, clear water pour daily into a trout-filled lagoon.
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A Eureka Springs tradition for more than 50 years, this world-class production company offers operas and musicals in June and July each summer. Call 479-253-8595 for more information.
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Eureka Springs is a terrific shopping town, from antiques, to fine arts, to
crafts, to clothing and souveniers. Click here for a list of great antique stores and shops.
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Nightime entertainment abounds in Eureka Springs with plays, shows, and seasonal
outdoor movies. Check out Eureka Springs Theatre Company, Lucky 13 Starlight Outdoor Theater, Ozark Mountain Hoedown, and Pine Mountain Jamboree.
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Tour town or the haunted Cresent Hotel. Local tour companies: Eureka Tours, Guided Tours, Eureka Springs Tram Tours, Ghost Tour, and Olden Days Carriage.
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Capturing the flavor of our stair-stepped Victorian town should be done on foot
for the full effect. Ask the innkeeper about self-guided walking tours.
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For more information, please go to www.eurekasprings.org and check out the Events Calendar.
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