BENTON, Ark. (May 14, 2026) – From postpartum support resources and car seat safety checks to party planning and children’s boutiques, the Beautiful Beginnings Baby Fair will connect growing families with hands-on education, expert guidance and family fun at the Benton Event Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Hosted by Saline […]
Saline County Fairgrounds launches $300k fundraising campaign after storm damage
The Saline County Fair Association announces the launch of a $300,000 restoration campaign after a severe winter storm in January caused extensive damage to the Saline County Fairgrounds, threatening key events including the annual fair and rodeo. Read more below. Association leaders say the storm destroyed or heavily damaged multiple core facilities, including the rodeo […]
Saline County Fairgrounds reveal plans to rebuild “bigger and better” after ice storm collapses arena
Six inches of ice proved too much for the arena roof at the Saline County Fairgrounds in January. The ice caused a catastrophic collapse over the rodeo and bleachers. It also led to the loss of a livestock barn. The Saline County Fair Association is now working with county leaders and an architect to rebuild […]
Saline Health System to host Bosom Buddies Bash – breast cancer awareness event Oct 21
BENTON, Ark. (August 29, 2025) – Although it had to be delayed due to other health concerns, Kathleen Blackwell still made time to get her annual mammogram in the fall of 2013, and she was very grateful she did. The mammogram showed evidence of a change in breast tissue that was later confirmed to be […]
Parade Sept 2nd begins Saline County Fair & Rodeo; See schedule, food, rides & more
The 2025 Saline County Fair is coming, and along with it are the annual pageant, a talent show, parade, fairway rides, and rodeo. The theme this year is “Cowbells and Carousels.” This fun annual event is scheduled for Tuesday, September 2nd through Saturday the 6th. Read below for details on Pageant Talent Show Parade Opening […]
Saline Health System to host baby fair Sat Aug 9th
BENTON, Ark. (July 28, 2025) – Parents and other caregivers will have an opportunity to learn about services and products related to pregnancy and childcare during the Beautiful Beginnings Baby Fair at Saline Memorial Hospital from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9. The baby fair is a free, family-inclusive event with games, vendors, […]
Saline Health System to host baby fair Saturday April 20th
BENTON, Ark. (April 9, 2024) – Parents and other caregivers will have an opportunity to learn about the services and products related to pregnancy and childcare during the Beautiful Beginnings Baby Fair at Saline Memorial Hospital from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 20. The baby fair is a family-inclusive event with games, a […]
The Saline County Fair is coming Sept 5-9; Get info on the Pageant, Parade, Exhibits, Rodeo & Schedule of Events
The 2023 Saline County Fair is set for Tuesday, September 5th through Saturday, September 9th. It’s all the midway rides, food trucks, carnival games, plus competitive exhibits, a pageant, bull riding and rodeo. Admission to the Saline County Fair is free. Armband days will be Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00-10:00 p.m. and Saturday 1:00-5:00 p.m. The […]
Saline County Fair set for Sept 6-10; See the parade, exhibits, rides, food, pageant, bull riding & rodeo
The 2022 Saline County Fair is set for Tuesday, September 6th through Saturday, September 10th. It’s all the midway rides, food trucks, carnival games, plus competitive exhibits, a pageant, bull riding and rodeo. See below for info about the ? parade, ? pageant, ? exhibits, ? rodeo, the ? schedule of events and how to […]
Saline County Fair Carnival is back; See the schedule for exhibits, rodeo, bullriding, etc.
The Saline Count Fair is in full swing as of September 7, 2021. This year’s midway is again provided by Tom and Nancy Evans of Evans United Shows out of Missouri. The County Fair will have lots of fun rides that will be up and going, providing thrills and chills for those brave enough to […]