Arkansas Cornbread festival!

Experience the Ultimate Southern Classic at the Arkansas Cornbread Festival!

Get ready for a delicious autumn tradition in Little Rock’s vibrant SoMa (South Main) neighborhood! Since 2011, the award-winning Arkansas Cornbread Festival has brought together thousands of food lovers to celebrate the magic of homemade cornbread. At the center of it all is the public amateur cornbread contest, where home cooks, family recipe holders, and first-time bakers go head-to-head to let Little Rock vote for the best pan in town.

Admission to the festival is completely free, allowing you to stroll the grounds, enjoy live entertainment, and browse local artisan vendors at no cost. If you want to dive into the full experience, purchasing a Cornbread Tasting Ticket gives you access to sample every competitor’s recipe—from classic heritage batches to bold, innovative flavor twists—while letting you vote for your favorites to help award cash prizes. As a helpful pro tip, bring a muffin tin from home so you can easily carry multiple sample cups at once as you enjoy the day.



Come hungry, savor the flavors, and help crown this year's cornbread champion!

Saturday, November 7, 2026 | SoMa District, Little Rock