GENERAL FESTIVAL INFORMATION

Mid-South Muisc Festival is a hosted by the City of Arkadelphia, Arkansas and the Mid-South Music Festival Planning Committee. Formerly known as the Arkadelphia Festival of the Arts, this award-winning event celebrates the region’s best music, food, and art through a variety of high-quality performances, interactive workshops, and engaging culinary demonstrations. The Mid-South Music Festival draws approximately 5,500 visitors to Southwest Arkansas annually, with advertising efforts in 2025 garnering 14-million impressions via digital and print ads. Free admission to the event and its workshops ensure art education remains accessible and celebrated in the Southwest region of the state.