The event you are looking for is the official Downtown Pea Ridge Holiday Market & Tree Lighting, which takes place in Pea Ridge, Arkansas.
Please note that while some internal setup or municipal calendar block hours begin earlier, the public festival and outdoor vendor market officially open to crowds from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. It is strategically timed to run alongside the city’s annual Christmas evening traditions.
Event Schedule & Location
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026.
Market Hours: 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Main city events extend from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM).
Location: Spanned across downtown at 1451 N. Curtis Ave., Pea Ridge, AR 72751.
Main Event Timeline & Highlights
Downtown Holiday Market (2:00 PM – 8:00 PM): Dozens of outdoor 10x10 booths line the streets featuring local makers, artists, holiday boutiques, and small businesses. It features street performers, food trucks, hot chocolate, and holiday treats.
Annual Christmas Parade (5:30 PM): A local tradition featuring festive floats from regional businesses, clubs, and local pageantry marching down North Curtis Avenue.
Lighting of the Square (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM): Immediately following the parade, the city hosts its ceremonial Christmas tree lighting ceremony, accompanied by live holiday music, horse-drawn carriage rides, and free visits with Santa.