Pulaski County Fair takes over Riverfront Park in North Little Rock for 10 days. The city creates a detour for people on bicycles and walking.
The Pulaski County Fair takes place at the scenic North Little Rock Riverfront Park May 17-27. Situated along the picturesque banks of the Arkansas River, this park offers a beautiful backdrop for the fair’s festivities. With easy access from Interstate 40, other local roads, and the Arkansas River Trail, the North Little Rock Riverfront Park provides a convenient location for fairgoers from Pulaski County and surrounding areas.

The Arkansas River Trail will be closed in North Little Rock from the Main Street Bridge to the Broadway Bridge during the fair. This means it will not be possible to travel between the Clinton Presidential Library Bridge and the Broadway Bridge by bicycle or walking without using the Riverfront Drive. The City of North Little Rock has created a detour to assist those using the trail for transportation or recreation. On the eastern end of the Arkansas River Trail, it is recommended to cross on the protected bike/pedestrian trail on the Broadway Bridge. Instructions for navigating through the area are provided below.
Navigating the Arkansas River Trail: Northbound vs. Southbound Crossings
(look for detour signs)
Heading Northbound:
- Cross the river using the Broadway Street Bridge.
- Follow the path to the front of Dickey-Stephens Ball Park.
- Take a right turn and head under the Broadway overpass into the ballpark parking lot.
- Continue south through the parking lot, crossing Riverfront Drive.
- Pass through the gate to access the Arkansas River Trail.
Heading Southbound:
- Exit the Arkansas River Trail under the Broadway Bridge.
- Cross Riverfront Drive and enter the parking lot.
- Head north through the parking lot until you reach the underpass leading to Dickey-Stephens Ball Park.
- Make a left turn and take the Broadway Bridge to cross the river.
2 Responses
Sounds fun! Thanks for sharing detour information ❤️
Is there a staffed bicycle parking offered at the fair?