Calendar of Events
No matter what the season, there is always something going on in the City of Leslie. Keeping our residents informed of scheduled events and local happenings is important.
Know of an upcoming event that we need to add? Give us a call or send us an email and we will be happy to add it for you.
Upcoming Events
Leslie Home Coming
Begins: 6/18/2026
Ends: 6/20/2026
The 71st Annual Leslie Homecoming, set for June 18-20, 2026, is a cherished community tradition celebrating seven decades of town spirit, history, and connections. This milestone event will feature live music, local vendors, children’s entertainment, and community activities, bringing together friends, families, and former residents. Organizers are seeking sponsors to support the event through monetary donations, prizes for activities like Bingo, horseshoe and cornhole tournaments, the Pie Auction, or Saturday morning games and turtle races. All contributions will help ensure a memorable celebration, and sponsors are invited to contact organizers for more details on how to support this vibrant community event.
Find out more on the Leslie Homecoming Facebook Page!
Fourth of July Celebration
Begins: 7/3/2026 - 6:00PM
Ends: 7/3/2026 - 10:00PM
Come to the Fun Park to have a great time and watch some fireworks!
Whittlin' & Fiddlin' Festival
Begins: 9/19/2026 - 10:00 am
Ends: 9/19/2026 - 4:00 pm
Whittlin’ & Fiddlin’ Festival – Leslie, AR 
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Whittlers & Woodcarvers – All skill levels welcome!
Chainsaw artists, hand carvers, & rustic makers
Antique, vintage, and artisan vendors
Live bluegrass & fiddling music 
Contests, raffles, and games for all ages
Help us set a Larger WORLD RECORD for the Most people whittling at one time!
Save the date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Downtown Leslie, ArkansasLet’s celebrate 71 years of whittlin’ history – Ozark-style!