Step Back in Time at the Cane Hill Harvest Festival
Get ready for a day of music, food, and Ozark Heritage at Cane Hill!
The Cane Hill Harvest Festival is a beloved tradition in Northwest Arkansas, blending history, culture, and family-friendly fun. Held on September 21, 2024, on the historic grounds of Cane Hill College, this event offers a unique opportunity to experience Ozark heritage through craft demonstrations, live music, and historic tours.
From sorghum pressing to a live pie auction and a kids’ zone with activities from Crystal Bridges and Shiloh Museum, the festival has is going to be a fun one! You can also explore the “Arts and Eats” market, enjoy food trucks, and watch live music throughout the day.
Start your day with a country breakfast from 7 AM to 10 AM, then dive into all-day activities beginning at 8 AM, including an exciting quilt show, crafting demonstrations like lace tatting and blacksmithing, and tours of restored historic buildings. Don’t miss the chance to see sorghum being pressed with antique equipment or enjoy pottery mini-workshops. Plus, visitors can admire the beautiful Ozark Folk Paintings of Essie Ward, lovingly referred to as the “Grandma Moses of the Ozarks.”
This year introduces a new live pie auction at 2 PM—be sure to bid on delicious homemade pies for a tasty way to support the community. With so much to offer, the Cane Hill Harvest Festival is the perfect way to celebrate local culture and history while enjoying good food, music, and the company of your fellow Arkansans.
Tickets can be purchased online, with special bundle pricing available for breakfast and festival admission. Whether you’re coming for the activities, food, or history, this event promises to be a delightful way to spend a Saturday in the Ozarks!
