Events
Special Opera Performance at Eureka Springs Auditorium
This weekend, Saturday July 17 ends this year’s season of Opera In The Ozarks. A Gala Anniversary Concert in Eureka Springs Auditorium featuring the entire opera company, orchestra and special guests—–Marquita Lister, Louis Otey and Antonio Nagore, world famous opera singers who began their careers at Opera in the Ozarks. Also featured will be an original opera, based on the story of RUTH from the Bible. This opera was written for us by the esteemed Dr. Isacc Van Grove, our former Artistic Director. Join us as we return to the site which was the birthplace of Opera in the Ozarks. Curtain is at 7:15 and tickets are only $10. 
Bed and Breakfast Newsletter Eureka Springs July 2010
EVENING SHADE INN BED AND BREAKFAST NEWSLETTER
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
July, 2010
Summer is really here, but at least the weather has been cooler the last few days, making outdoor activities more enjoyable. Some things going on in July are the Second Saturday Gallery Stroll, Fat Tire Festival and Opera in the Ozarks will be playing until July 17th, so don’t miss your chance to catch a fantastic performance this year. There will also be an art display at the AUD for the final performance.
We’ve added a few new summer dessert recipes to make your stay with us even better. A light, cool dessert is so refreshing after a day out shopping or sightseeing. The Oreo Cookie Dessert is so good – you have to try it!
Come relax and rejuvenate in Eureka Springs, your extraordinary escape. We still have vacancies for July, so take advantage of a great Summer Getaway. Reserve your dates today!
First Annual Eureka Springs Grand Illumination
Eureka Springs Arkansas will host it’s first annual Eureka Springs Grand Illumination starting May 13th. The event decorates the Victorian village with thousands of oriental paper lanterns. Imagine viewing the ornate architecture of Eureka Springs by night with the glow of paper lanterns adorning the facades of historic downtown buildings and the porches of many of the Victorian homes throughout the village. 
Contests include ‘Best Decorate House’, ‘Best Decorated Business’ and a Photography competition with over a thousand dollars in cash and many other great prizes up for grabs.
The Eureka Springs Grand Illumination lasts through May 16th, and is only one of the events that are part of the May Festival of Art in Eureka Springs. Come visit us at our Eureka Springs Bed and Breakfast and enjoy all our extraordinary escape has to offer.
War Eagle Craft Fair
Join us in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, May 7, 8, and 9 for our world famous Spring craft fair. 
Come see the finest in Ozark’s arts and antiques as well as vendors from across the US. This is not a flea market! This is a juried show and participants come from across the United States and look forward to meeting you and exhibiting their wares.
May Festival Of The Arts in Eureka Springs, AR
Eureka Springs seems to be a magnet for the creative energies which flow from the many artists and fine craftspeople who make their home in and around 
this small town. Well-known as an art destination, the city has people who visit on a regular basis from all over the world. Local galleries represent more than 900 local, regional, national, and international artists, so there is always something new to intrigue and delight you.
Eureka Springs Art Gallery Stroll
2nd Saturday Gallery Stroll begins April 10th.
Located right in the middle of our Historic Downtown village, along a few short blocks of Spring Street and Center Street, our Eureka Springs Gallery 
Association art galleries open their doors from 6-9 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month, from April to December. These Art galleries represent over a thousand artists, offering remarkably diverse and high quality works of art and fine crafts.
Kite Festival In Eureka Springs AR
The annual Eureka Springs Kite Festival is held each year at TCWR on the fourth Saturday in March. This is a free family event open to everybody. Bring your kite and fly it or buy one here. This event includes vendors, contests, and fun activities. 10 AM – 4 PM. 
St. Patrick’s Parade in Eureka Springs
If you live within a short drive of Northwest Arkansas and are looking for something a little different to do this St. Patrick’s Day, you may want to consider visiting our Eureka Springs bed and breakfast and viewing the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. 
An annual event since 1993, the parade is very colorful and unusual, just like Eureka Springs.
The 17th Annual St Paddy’s Day Parade will roll out Saturday, March 13, 2010 at 2pm in Eureka Springs.
You can be part of the parade! A call for floats, vehicles of all sorts, bands, walking groups, and any individuals wearing green can join in the gala of fun.
The parade is headed by the Krewe of Blarney Halfast Walkin’ Klub. The Kaptains consists of professionals, business men and political officials, all wearing tuxedos carrying Flower Canes. Any candidate for office is also invited to walk. Contact Dan Ellis, 479-981-9551 for information.