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.
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Upcoming Events
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
71 years ago, Collier’s Magazine named Leslie, Arkansas the “Whittling Capital of America.” Now, we’re proudly celebrating that legacy with a festival that honors our roots and brings whittling back to the spotlight!
Join us for a day filled with:
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!
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!Whether you carve, fiddle, or just want to soak up the fun — we want YOU there!
Save the date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Downtown Leslie, ArkansasLet’s celebrate 71 years of whittlin’ history – Ozark-style!