Festival Schedule — 2026

Opening Ceremony

Time: 10:30 AM

Kick off the celebration with the Mayor, the Atkins Choir, and the Color Guard.

🏇 Pony Express Race

Time: 11:00 AM

The Riding Club presents a reenactment ride from the East Side of Atkins to the West Side, ending at the front of the Church of the Assumption. Race to see which riders deliver the message first!

🍔 Food All Day

Time: Starting 11:00 AM

Burgers, hot dogs, chicken, and drinks available throughout the day!

👑 Former Homecoming Queens Special Appearance

Time: 11:30 AM

Former Homecoming Queens dating all the way back to 1936 will be represented and introduced.

🎊 Parade

Time: 1:00 PM

The PBA presents a parade through town! Parade route will be announced later.

🎮 Games

Time: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Tons of games for all ages, including:

• Bump and Jumps
• Dunking Booth
• Facepainting
• Craft Station
• Petting Zoo
• Corn Hole
• Pig Race
• Tug of War
• And more!

🎵 The Hurricane Outlaws — Live

Time: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Catch The Hurricane Outlaws performing live! Plus live music and entertainment all day long.

🎂 Presentation of the Large Cake

Time: 4:30 PM

Presentation of a huge birthday cake to celebrate the event!

🐎 Rodeo & Fireworks

Time: 8:00 PM

Close out the celebration with a rodeo and a spectacular fireworks show! View the rodeo flyer for entry fees and details.