Eureka Springs is the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable Christmas! This holiday season offers a fantastic opportunity to engage with holiday shoppers and visitors while spreading festive cheer. Whether you own a restaurant, bar, hotel, or shop, there are plenty of ways to get involved and make the most of the season.
Ways to Get Involved
- Participate in Events or Host Your Own:
Join the holiday events listed on our site or create unique offerings to draw in visitors. Submit your events to the calendar for maximum exposure. - Join the Christmas Parade:
Showcase your business in this year’s “Boardgame Christmas”-themed parade. Sign up here. - Be Part of New Year’s Eve Festivities:
With the NYE Water Drop growing bigger each year, connect by hosting themed events, offering unique merchandise, or creating holiday-inspired menus and drinks. For parade participation, email Jana at jokaylor@eurekasprings.org.
Get LIT!
- Residential Decorating Contest:
Compete for awards like Freakin’ Eurekan, Winter Wonderland, The Grinch, Hallmark, or The Griswold. Decorate by November 30th for a chance to win—winners will be announced on December 6th before the parade. Sign up here. - Business Window Decorating Contest:
Light up your shopfront! Decorations must be complete by November 15th, with winners announced on December 6th. Sign up here.
Get Festive
- Decorate Like a Pro:
Transform your space into a holiday wonderland—go big, bold, and bright! - Offer Seasonal Specials:
Add holiday-themed drinks, dishes, or merchandise to your lineup. - Host Holiday-Themed Events:
- Christmas Karaoke or caroling nights.
- Holiday trivia or themed game nights.
- Christmas movie marathons.
- Themed nights like Santa Night, Elf Night, or Hallmark Night.
- 12 Days of Christmas Specials:
Treat guests to daily deals or festive surprises. - Organize a Scavenger Hunt:
Create an Elf on the Shelf hunt to entertain and engage visitors. - Holiday Pop-Up Events at Your Shop:
- Gingerbread or cookie decorating nights.
- Ornament or holiday craft sessions.
- S’mores & hot cocoa gatherings.
- Santa storytelling evenings.
- Visits from Santa, the Grinch, or the North Pole crew.
- Shops: Offer Free Gift Wrapping:
Delight shoppers with complimentary gift-wrapping services.
Make this holiday season unforgettable for visitors and locals alike—spread the joy and get involved!