Winterfest
Celebrate Mena Winterfest December 4–6, 2026 with the Parade of Lights, ice skating, live music, fireworks, Santa, vendors and holiday fun in downtown Mena.
Event Details
Celebrate the Holidays at Mena Winterfest 2026!
Join us December 4–6, 2026 for Mena Winterfest,
a weekend filled with Christmas festivities, family fun, shopping,
entertainment and holiday cheer throughout downtown Mena!
Winterfest kicks off Friday evening with the
Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade of Lights,
followed by live Christmas music, fireworks and the official lighting
ceremony at Janssen Park.
The fun continues Saturday and Sunday with ice skating at the Old Armory,
local vendors, visits with Santa, Winterfest specials at local businesses
and more.
Friday, December 4
6:00 PM — Christmas Parade of Lights
Celebrate the start of Winterfest with the
Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade of Lights
through downtown Mena.
7:00 PM — Downtown Christmas Music Concert
Head to Janssen Park after the parade for an evening
of Christmas music and holiday fun.
7:30 PM — Fireworks & Official Lighting Ceremony
Stay at Janssen Park for a festive fireworks display and the official
Winterfest lighting ceremony.
Winterfest Ice Skating Rink
Lace up your skates and enjoy some holiday fun at the
Old Armory on DeQueen Street.
Saturday, December 5
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Sunday, December 6
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
$10 per person
Includes 30 minutes of ice skating.
Location
The Old Armory
619 DeQueen St.
Mena, AR 71953
Visit Santa & Shop Downtown Mena
Make a day of it while you’re in town! Visit Santa during Winterfest
and stop by participating downtown businesses for seasonal shopping,
food and Winterfest specials.
Winterfest is a great opportunity to explore downtown Mena, support
local businesses and enjoy the Christmas season with family and friends.
Live Music
Winterfest will also feature music from 80 Proof
as part of the weekend’s festivities.
Want to Be a Winterfest Vendor?
Vendor applications are now available for
Winterfest 2026 at the Old Armory.
- 10′ × 10′ booth space: $40 per space
- Tables and chairs are not included.
- Vendor setup is Friday, December 4 from 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
- Photos of your booth and exhibited items must accompany your application.
- Please submit payment only after your application has been accepted.
Vendor Location
The Old Armory
619 DeQueen St.
Mena, AR 71953
Download Winterfest Vendor Application
Please review the complete application and vendor guidelines before submitting.
Winterfest Vendor Information
Questions about becoming a Winterfest vendor?
Mena Advertising & Promotion Commission
520 Mena St.
Mena, AR 71953
Phone:
479-394-8355
Email:
pasha@visitmena.com
Make Winterfest Part of Your Christmas in Mena!
Bring the family, enjoy the lights, skate the afternoon away,
visit Santa, shop local and celebrate the Christmas season
in beautiful Mena, Arkansas.
Event Venue
Old Armory
address
601 Dequeen St
Event Time
start date
December 4 @ 6:00 pm
end date
December 6 @ 5:00 pm
event cost
to join
category
Event Organizer
name
Mena Advertising & Promotion Commission
phone
(479) 394-8355
pasha@visitmena.com
website
https://visitmena.com/
Upcoming Events
Celebrate Mena Winterfest December 4–6, 2026 with the Parade of Lights, ice skating, live music, fireworks, Santa, vendors and holiday fun in downtown Mena.
- December 4 @ 6:00 pm
- Old Armory
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Celebrate Mena Winterfest December 4–6, 2026 with the Parade of Lights, ice skating, live music, fireworks, Santa, vendors and holiday fun in downtown Mena.
- December 3, 2027 @ 6:00 pm
- Old Armory
