Fairfield Bay Chamber Launches Holiday Season with “Festival of Trees” & “Light up the Bay”
Kick off event for the ‘Festival of Trees’ Celebration
Charity Raffle offers chance to Win one of 3 BIG trips!
The holiday season in the Bay is a winter spectacular with the annual holiday celebration Festival of Trees, Friday, December 1st – December 15th, 2017. Fairfield Bay’s Conference and Visitor Center is transformed into a wonderland of holiday elegancy and whimsy to suit any age, family or individual.
“The Fairfield Bay community organizations, businesses, and families have joined together to create this holiday festival,” said Heather Dunn, Fairfield Bay Chamber of Commerce Director. “We’ve got all the twinkling lights, sounds and smells of this blessed season to get you in the spirit and ready for some truly happy holidays.”
Friday, December 1st – “Light UP the Bay” Season Kick Off, features 3 Big Trip Giveaways.
It begins, with trees, lights and the warmth of friends and neighbors to start the holiday season just right.
There will be live music, food, your favorite holiday drinks, silent auction, the lighting of the Christmas trees, and the BIG TRIP GIVEAWAY!!! 3 complete vacations to give away, including lodging, food and entertainment! Ticket are just $10 and a ticket booth will be set up for your chance to win one of 3 BIG TRIPS to Eureka Springs, Little Rock, and Branson! A portion of the funds raised will go to help the needy in our area – supporting the Shirley Food Bank.
Light Up the Bay Schedule on Friday Dec 1st:
Time: 5:30 – 9pm
5:30pm – Lightening of the Trees
~ Holiday Fare: Warm soups and sandwiches, plus holiday-themed adult beverages.
~ Live Music: a true staple of any holiday party.
5:30pm – 7:00pm – Bidding on The Charity Silent Auction items,
7:30pm – The Big Trip Giveaway. (If you buy a ticket, you don’t have to be present to WIN, but you must be present to choose their trip – don’t miss out!)
Trees, Trees and More Trees
Explore this special forest of trees and leave inspired and ready for the season. Each Christmas tree is decorated from its starry tiptop to its blanketed base. No two are alike and range from whimsical to traditional, from kid to pet-friendly! Be sure to cast a ballot for your favorite. And while you’re there, look for the special donation box to help local families in need with your local food bank donation.
Trees will be on display in the Conference Center Tuesday-Friday, December 1st – December 15th, from 9am until 4pm each day. Families are encouraged to bring cameras and capture their special holiday photos. And if you want to enter a tree, there’s still plenty of time and it’s free! The trees may stay up throughout the month of December and on into the New Year. Great way to advertise your business or just simply show your Christmas spirit!
Tickets & More Information
Festival of Trees will be held at Fairfield Bay’s Conference, Arts and Visitor Center located at 110 Lost Creek Parkway in Fairfield Bay. To purchase tickets for the Big Trip Giveaway, visit the Fairfield Bay Chamber of Commerce, www.ffbchamber.com. To find a complete list of events and times and more information, visit www.visitfairfieldbay.com/events or call 501-884-4202. Funds raised through this event will fund Chamber programs and events in Fairfield Bay.
Special thanks to all our corporate sponsors. We could not have this event without them.
Corporate Sponsors: Noacon, Ozark Resort Homes, Goodwin & Herman Real Estate, Brown & Brown Insurance, Regions Bank, Red River Boating Center, and Petit Jean Electric.
6th Annual “Boati Gras” Celebration on Greers Ferry Lake
Join the Mardi Gras fais do-do on Greers Ferry Lake – Saturday April 28th
Take one part Zydeco, a pinch of Creole, and a whole mess of fun and laughter, and you’ll end up with the best party on the lake! Laissez les bon temps rouler – “let the good times roll!” Come join Fairfield Bay Marina, Lacey’s Marina, and the Krewe of Jesters as we celebrate Boati Gras, an explosion of color and good times on the water.
Throw me somethin’ Mister!
The water celebration begins at 2pm, with the colorful and exciting boat parade kicking off at 3:00. All sorts of boats from around Greers Ferry Lake will be arriving, decorated in their finest green, gold, and purple. The parade will be led around the marina by the FFB tugboat, tossing beads and trinkets to those along the route. The public is welcome to bring their own Krewe, decorate their own boats and participate!
Boati Gras will have authentic Cajun food of beans and rice, music, dancing, awards, and a party on the dock that’s sure to go until the sun goes down. Beads will fly, ducks will bob around, laughter will be heard, and a general fun atmosphere – led by the Krewe of Jesters.
“Kicking off the summer lake activities with Boati Gras is a no-brainer,” says John Conry, Fairfield Bay Marina Manager. “We’re all one big Krewe here, and this year we’re partnering with Lacey’s Marina to make this festival the best one yet.”
For more information, or to gather your own Krewe and boat, contact the Fairfield Bay Marina at 501-884-6030. It’s all good clean fun on the lake, and it’s free to participate. Start your own Krewe and be a king (or Queen) yourself. It’s good to be King!
Schedule of Events (“fun times”)
1:30-2pm – Gathering at the dock (Fairfield Bay Marina)
2pm – Fun, Fol-de-Rol & Fleet regalia with the Town Crier and the 2017 King of Krewe Jesters and his loyal subjects
~ Second-line band escorts the Royal Personage & entertains the loyal subjects
~ Introduction of His Royal Highness and Court
~ A few words of Wit & Wisdom from His Royal Jesterness
~ His Most High Jesterness leads the crowd in a line-dance
~ The Town Crier tells us all what’s really going on (because only he really knows)
~ The Blessing of the Fleet
~ The Cleansing of the Fleet
~ Kleenex and kazoos are other merrymakers are given out the King parades his subjects to The Boats!
3pm – On with the Parade!
~ The Boati Gras Boat Parade begins where beads, rubber ducks and candy come ashore. Merriment ensues!
~ Jambalya and Mardi Gras Fare – not to be missed –by the Kirk of the Hills Presbyterian Men’s club.
Following the Parade –
Awards of all types – fit for any King (or Queen). 3 categories: best spirit, most creative & best overall. The traveling Boati Gras trophy goes to the marina with the boat winning best overall
~ 5pm – Festival Boati Gras music to dance the night away
#letthegoodtimesroll, #FFBBoatiGras
6th Annual “Boati Gras” Celebration on Greers Ferry Lake
Join the Mardi Gras fais do-do on Greers Ferry Lake – Saturday April 28th
Take one part Zydeco, a pinch of Creole, and a whole mess of fun and laughter, and you’ll end up with the best party on the lake! Laissez les bon temps rouler – “let the good times roll!” Come join Fairfield Bay Marina, Lacey’s Marina, and the Krewe of Jesters as we celebrate Boati Gras, an explosion of color and good times on the water.
Throw me somethin’ Mister!
The water celebration begins at 2pm, with the colorful and exciting boat parade kicking off at 3:00. All sorts of boats from around Greers Ferry Lake will be arriving, decorated in their finest green, gold, and purple. The parade will be led around the marina by the FFB tugboat, tossing beads and trinkets to those along the route. The public is welcome to bring their own Krewe, decorate their own boats and participate!
Boati Gras will have authentic Cajun food of beans and rice, music, dancing, awards, and a party on the dock that’s sure to go until the sun goes down. Beads will fly, ducks will bob around, laughter will be heard, and a general fun atmosphere – led by the Krewe of Jesters.
“Kicking off the summer lake activities with Boati Gras is a no-brainer,” says John Conry, Fairfield Bay Marina Manager. “We’re all one big Krewe here, and this year we’re partnering with Lacey’s Marina to make this festival the best one yet.”
For more information, or to gather your own Krewe and boat, contact the Fairfield Bay Marina at 501-884-6030. It’s all good clean fun on the lake, and it’s free to participate. Start your own Krewe and be a king (or Queen) yourself. It’s good to be King!
Schedule of Events (“fun times”)
1:30-2pm – Gathering at the dock (Fairfield Bay Marina)
2pm – Fun, Fol-de-Rol & Fleet regalia with the Town Crier and the 2017 King of Krewe Jesters and his loyal subjects
~ Second-line band escorts the Royal Personage & entertains the loyal subjects
~ Introduction of His Royal Highness and Court
~ A few words of Wit & Wisdom from His Royal Jesterness
~ His Most High Jesterness leads the crowd in a line-dance
~ The Town Crier tells us all what’s really going on (because only he really knows)
~ The Blessing of the Fleet
~ The Cleansing of the Fleet
~ Kleenex and kazoos are other merrymakers are given out the King parades his subjects to The Boats!
3pm – On with the Parade!
~ The Boati Gras Boat Parade begins where beads, rubber ducks and candy come ashore. Merriment ensues!
~ Jambalya and Mardi Gras Fare – not to be missed –by the Kirk of the Hills Presbyterian Men’s club.
Following the Parade –
Awards of all types – fit for any King (or Queen). 3 categories: best spirit, most creative & best overall. The traveling Boati Gras trophy goes to the marina with the boat winning best overall
~ 5pm – Festival Boati Gras music to dance the night away
#letthegoodtimesroll, #FFBBoatiGras
FFB Rotary Scholarship Fund Golf
Tournament
at the Indian Hills Golf Resort
on May 5, 2018
Time: 9 am Shotgun
Description: 18 hole Scramble
Format: 4 Person
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
The Fairfield Bay Animal Protection League Presents its
2nd Annual
CASINO NIGHT
at the Fairfield Bay Conference Center
on August 6, 2018 from 6 pm to 9 pm
For more information, please contact Linda Ritchie (501) 884-3396 or Cheryl Lowe (501) 884-3992
Don’t miss the last concert of the year on the water August 31st 6PM-8PM
Fairfield Bay Marina!
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Fairfield Bay Endless Summer Bash!
Saturday, September 1st Noon to 9 pm at the Cool Pool Café
Featuring country music sensation, Heath Sanders!
“The Cool Pool – Where Sunglasses are optional, but smiles are unavoidable!”
Fairfield Bay is where the fun of summer never ends. And to prove it, we’re hosting the first Endless Summer Bash. Plenty of ‘fun’ left in the sun! Join us Saturday, September 1st starting at 12:00 PM for games, food, pickleball, and an evening concert by country singing sensation, Heath Sanders!
“The summer fun never ends at Fairfield Bay,” exclaims Cassie Lopez, Recreation Manager. “We’ve been fortunate with beautiful weather all season, so we decided to soak up more sun with another all-day family picnic party. Lots of olde-fashion pool and lawn games. We’re SUPER excited about having Heath Sanders perform for us as well. What a talent!”
Anyone up for a little friendly game of… EVERYTHING! There will be fun and games for everyone! Lawn games start at 1:00PM, and will include lawn pong, cornhole, horseshoes, volleyball, and shuffleboard. Grab some friends and see who can earn epic bragging rights. Water games will start at 3:00PM, with a water balloon toss for the kids.
Pickleball? Yes, please! David Redding will be directing our pickleball tournament. Games start at 9 AM with lunch included. Think you can win a trophy? Come show us your skills! Registration forms are available at the Fairfield Bay Recreation office. Entree fee is $20
What’s a party without food? We’ll be grilling up hamburgers and hot dogs – what else would you imagine at a pool party? Come grab a burger or dog, chips and drink for only $5.
Enjoy the music of Arkansas’ newest singing sensation Heath Sanders! Heath is a former Oil Field worker from Arkansas turned full time musician. His cover of Chris Stapleton’s “Either Way” went viral and caught the attention of Bobby Bones in February. He’s been selling out shows since then and has been in the studio recording his first song “Bloodline” that will be released in the next few weeks. We’re super excited that he’s chosen to perform for our party! Don’t miss out – this rising star is definitely one to see! Tickets are ONLY $10!
So, summer’s almost over, and yes, school will be starting soon, but we’re going to hang on to summer for just a little bit longer! We look forward to seeing you at the biggest pool party of the season!
4th Annual
“BayFest in the Park”
PetFest, KidsFest and music, music, music!
Saturday, September 15th, Woodland Mead Park
The 2018 outdoor festivals in Fairfield Bay continue with the fourth annual BayFest in the Park, a pet-friendly, family friendly all day festival with something for everyone to enjoy!
“Our BayFest just keeps growing from year to year,” says Dan Feuer, festival chairman. “It’s awesome to see people who are here every year remark at how much better this festival gets. In addition, word is spreading that this festival is the best around, and we get to see new faces from all over Arkansas come see what we’re all about.”
10am – A full day of fun starts off at 10:00 with food, mini golf, craft vendors, baggo and more! Wander through shady Woodland Mead park, and see what all the vendors offer – from clothes to handmade crafts, they’ll definitely have something you’ve gotta have! And the food choices are aplenty – fresh fruit lemonades, kettle corn, Asian cuisine, and Chow Hall BBQ will be offering delicious treats sure to satisfy any appetite. The Baggo Tournament starts at 12:30PM, and grab your awesome foursome for a mini golf tournament, starting at 2:30 PM!
Bring the Pets!
BayFest is not just fun for people, it’s a blast for the dogs, too! Dress up Fido and Fluffy is their snazziest outfits, and join our pet parade, starting at 11:30 AM. Cheer on your favorite and watch the tails start to wag! Too much fun!
Music, Music, Music!
BayFest is not just great food and one of a kind crafts. Our all day festival will feature 5 outstanding live acts, sure to get toes tapping and dance fever started! Music starts at 11:00AM with Damascus Road playing in the Lions Theater Amphitheater, followed by Imagine That Band at noon, Bree Ogden at 1:00PM, and the Luke Williams Band at 2:00PM. Big Shane Thornton will round out the day’s music, beginning at 3:30 PM.. So much music all day – no reason not to grab a dance partner and cut a rug!
And a Dunk Tank!
Want to show off your dunk tank skills? Have we got a deal for you! For just $5 you’ll get three tries to dunk your favorite local leaders. So step up to the line and let ’em fly! All in great fun, it’s going to be going on all day, and all proceeds will go to a local charity.
A Big THANK YOU!
Our festival could not be what it is without our AWESOME sponsors. We’d like to thank F.L. Davis ACE Home and Building Centers, Mountain Ranch / Tannenbaum Golf, Community Water, Bath Fitter, and Craven Foods, as well as the Cowboy Auto Group, for their support of our festival.