🎆 Beaverfork Fireworks + Conway July 4th Weekend Guide
Timings for Lights Over the Lake, holiday treats, the Art Walk, and live weekend music.
Whats Inside?
July 4th Celebrations
Your Weekend Guide
Business Spotlight
Coffee Crawl Begins
Who’s Hiring
Hello, Conway neighbors! 👋
Summer is officially in full swing (with temperatures to prove it!) and with it comes one of the most anticipated holiday weekends of the year.
Independence Day is right around the corner, and the city is gearing up for a spectacular celebration.
Let’s dive in! ⬇
🎆 Lights Over the Lake Returns to Beaverfork
Get ready to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in true Conway fashion!
This Friday, the sky above Beaverfork Lake Park will ignite for the annual Lights Over the Lake celebration.
It’s a FREE family-friendly event that’s the perfect kickoff to the holiday weekend.
Enjoy an afternoon of lakeside relaxation with live music (including American Idol’s Sam Sparks), family activities, followed by a massive, larger-than-ever fireworks display over the water.
Juan’s Mexican Grill & Taqueria (operating out of Juan’s Auto on Lower Ridge Road) will be on-site serving up their highly praised, authentic Mexican street eats, along with a variety of sweet and savory mobile kitchens to keep the family fueled until the big finale.
Pack your lawn chairs, grab a spot early, and get ready to kick off the Fourth!
📌 Location: Beaverfork Lake Park, 20 Kinley Drive, Conway, AR
🕞 Time: 3:30 PM to 9:30 PM
🎇 Fireworks: Begin at dark
🎫 Admission: Free
📅 Your Weekend Guide
Find the best events and happenings this weekend in the City of Colleges (verify times & schedules before heading out.)
Friday, July 3rd
🎆 Lights Over The Lake 2026 | Beaverfork Lake Park
🪕 Red, White, & Bluegrass!!! | The Max Event Venue
🎨 Paint Your Own “POT-tery” Night | Good Day Pottery Studio
🃏 Commander Night| Game Goblins
🃏 Friday Night Modern! | Trainer J’s
🖼️ America 250 - July Conway Art Walk | 1100 Oak Street
🎺 BrassCab - LIVE @ Conway Art Walk | Kris Allen Stage
🎸 Tyler Kinch LIVE @ Conway Art Walk | Kris Allen Stage
🤠 Line Dance Lessons & Social Dancing @ Conway Art Walk | Rowdy Roundabout Dancing
🎸 Ryan Harmon LIVE + Fireworks | Taylors' Made Cafe
🎤 Karaoke Night | Bear’s Den Pizza
🎸 Willie Ray & Luke - LIVE | The Rogue Roundabout
🎤 Chris Baker Band - LIVE | TC’s Midtown Grill
🎸 Midnight Heights, Cabawreck, Purple Lyte, Before The Familiar - LIVE | Full Moon Records
Saturday, July 4th
🍉 B.Y.O.M. ♥️🗽✨🍉🎉 | Jazzercise 2625 Donaghey Avenue Ste 102
🚜 Conway Farmers Market - There Will Be Cake! | Antioch Baptist Church
☕ Conway Cars and Coffee | New Life Church
🌽 Downtown Conway Farmer’s Market | 718 Parkway St
🚗 Fourth of July Cruise | Conway Towne Center
🍽️ Watermelon Eating Contest | Roll & Play
🃏 Sorcery Monthly Tournament | Roll and Play
🎴 Pokemon Standard Tournament | Trainer J’s
🧠 Trivia & Karaoke Night | Bear’s Den Pizza
🎸Fanstar - LIVE | TC's Midtown Grill
Sunday, July 5th
🏺 Artist pop up: BB Oddbits | Stone Sorcery
🃏 Sunday Afternoon Poker | Bear’s Den Pizza
🎸Open Jam w/10K Mistake | TC’s Midtown Grill
✂ Business Spotlight: The Barber District Celebrates 1-Year Milestone
A huge shoutout is in order for a fantastic local small business!
The Barber District, has officially marked a major milestone, celebrating a full year of keeping Conway looking sharp.
Founded and operated by local barber Boyd Woody, the shop has quickly built a reputation for high-quality cuts, pristine beard shaping, and a welcoming, traditional neighborhood atmosphere.
To keep up with their fast growing list of clients, the shop is actively expanding and seeking talented local barbers looking to rent a chair and join a thriving, community-minded environment.
If you’re looking for a premium shop to call home, stop by Skyline Drive and talk about a spot on their growing team.
📌 Location: 201 Skyline Drive, Ste 9
💻 Website: https://www.thebarberdistrict.com
📞 Phone: (501) 273-9378
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🍪 Food Spotlight: Maggie’s Original Cookie Company
For this week’s spotlight, we are turning our focus toward a classic staple of the Conway baking community: Maggie’s Original Cookie Company, widely known simply as Maggie’s Cookies.
For the holiday weekend, Maggie is turning out a spectacular run of custom, Fourth of July themed sugar cookies.
Featuring patriotic stars, stripes, and festive designs, these small-batch treats are as visually stunning as they are delicious.
Ordering a batch for your holiday barbecue is the perfect way to bring something unique to the table.
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💎Conway Business Gems
These local businesses are ready to serve and want you to know all about their items, offerings, and services.
Grassroots Business Solutions
Specializes in business coaching, consulting, and marketing support for small businesses. Start and grow in a practical and sustainable way.
Cross Creek Sandwich Shop
A great place to enjoy good food with family or friends while supporting local small business.
☕ Community Happenings: The Coffee Crawl Begins!
Attention caffeine lovers: the highly anticipated Conway Coffee Crawl is officially kicking off this week!
This community-wide initiative is designed to encourage residents to skip the commercial drive-thrus and explore our incredibly rich landscape of independent coffee shops and cafes.
Stop by a participating coffee shop to pick up your official crawl card.
Fill your card to enter a drawing and win a T-shirt along with a variety of cool prizes.
It’s a fantastic excuse to treat yourself and pour your support directly back into our local business owners.
👩💼 Who’s Hiring
Some of the local job opportunities available in Conway.
✂ The Barber District
Chairs available for rent! Experienced barbers needed.
💻 Website | 📞 (501) 273-9378
🎨 Conway Art Center
Part-time Store Associate - must be available Mon-Sat afternoons/evenings.
💻 More Info | 📞 (501) 399-4477
📌 On The Map
Discover new or local Conway business operators that have a lot to offer!
After Light Studio: Reiki, spiritual wellness, healing circles. (Appointment Only)
Conway, AR
Matt’s Sound and Service: Mobile mechanic service specializing in audio electronics & lighting for auto, marine, campers, UTVs.
Brownsville Rd, Greers Ferry, AR
Black Lab Candles: Hand‑poured, pet‑friendly soy candles and wax melts.
Conway, AR.
Massage With Ila: Massage therapy tailored to you. Lgbtqia+ safe.
2235 Dave Ward Drive, Suite 216, Conway.
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⭐ That’s a wrap, Conway!
We hope you have a safe, wonderful, and spectacular Fourth of July weekend with your loved ones!
We will back next Thursday with more local events and happenings.