War Eagle Mill Fair
Fall festival · Rogers · Arkansas
A working 1973 reconstruction of an 1832 gristmill on War Eagle Creek hosts the region's biggest craft fair every third week of October, when hundreds of artisans set up alongside the mill's stone-ground flour and its one-lane 1907 bridge over turning Ozark hillsides.
Don’t miss
Plan your visit
Thu-Sat 8am-5pm, Sun 8am-4pm
Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: November 3–November 7
Color builds from October 21 · mostly bare by November 28
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at War Eagle Mill Fair’s own coordinates and elevation (345 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
War Eagle Mill Fair on the map
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Frequently asked
- When is War Eagle Mill Fair open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Oct 15 – Oct 18. Thu-Sat 8am-5pm, Sun 8am-4pm. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does War Eagle Mill Fair peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 3–November 7 (best estimate November 5). Color starts around October 21 and is mostly bare by November 28.
- What is War Eagle Mill Fair best for?
- Historic mill and craft fair.
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