ASUN Announces Fall Festival 2025
NEWPORT (Ark.) – Arkansas State University–Newport (ASUN) invites the public to enjoy a crisp autumn evening of food, fun and festivities at the annual ASUN Fall Festival on Thursday, October 9, from 4 to 7 p.m. The event will take place at the ASUN Newport campus, located at 7648 Victory Blvd., Newport, AR 72112.
The Fall Festival is free and open to the community, offering an exciting mix of seasonal activities for all ages. Guests can look forward to bounce houses, pumpkin decorating, a cake walk, hayrides, snow cones, cotton candy, carnival games and a wide variety of food options.
Adding to the festivities, live music will be provided by local favorites Vikki McGee and Sonny Campbell, bringing energetic performances to the outdoor event.
“We are proud to open our campus to the community each fall,” said Interim Chancellor Ike Wheeler. “The Fall Festival is one of the many ways ASUN gives back and brings people together. It’s about fun, connection and showing our appreciation for the support we receive throughout the year.”
To add to the fun, ASUN will be giving away two cash prizes during the event. Guests of the Fall Festival can register on-site for a chance to win. Participants must be at least 16 years old to win . ASUN employees and their spouses are not eligible.
Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and settle in for an evening of entertainment and community connection.
The ASUN Fall Festival is made possible by the generous support of local sponsors, including:
- Darling Pharmacy & Darling’s Fine Things
- Dr. Patti Mullins, DDS
- 2 Chicks Florist & More
- Jackson’s Funeral Home