Esperanza Bonanza

Esperanza Bonanza Official page for Esperanza Bonanza There is truly something for everyone in the family. The festival usually draws more than 15,000 people each year.

The Esperanza Bonanza Festival, celebrated in May every year, is a three-day rain or shine event featuring live music, barbecue competition, rodeo, golf tournament, carnival, adult & children's games, and much, much more.

05/12/2026
โ˜€๏ธ TODAY IS THE FINAL DAY OF ESPERANZA BONANZA! ๐ŸŽก๐Ÿ”ฅWhat an incredible week it has been! Friday night was a HUGE turnout, ...
05/09/2026

โ˜€๏ธ TODAY IS THE FINAL DAY OF ESPERANZA BONANZA! ๐ŸŽก๐Ÿ”ฅ

What an incredible week it has been! Friday night was a HUGE turnout, and we want to thank everyone who came out and made the carnival such a success! โค๏ธ

Today is your LAST CHANCE to experience all the fun, food, rides, and entertainment at Esperanza Bonanza!

๐Ÿ“… Saturday, May 9
๐Ÿ• Carnival Opens at 1PM
โ˜€๏ธ Sunny all day with a HIGH of 80ยฐ โ€” perfect carnival weather!
๐ŸŽŸ Gate Entry: ONLY $3 Per Person
๐ŸŽข Unlimited Ride Wristbands: $25 ALL DAY

๐Ÿ”ฅ SPECIAL EVENT TONIGHT ๐Ÿ”ฅ
๐Ÿคผ LIVE WRESTLING ENTERTAINMENT
๐Ÿ“ Main Stage
๐Ÿ•– Starts at 7PM

Bring the family, bring your friends, and come enjoy the final day with us! Letโ€™s end Esperanza Bonanza with an unforgettable Saturday night! ๐ŸŽ ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ”



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โ˜€๏ธ FRIDAY NIGHT AT ESPERANZA BONANZA! ๐ŸŽก๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ”Yesterday was AMAZING! Thank you to everyone who came out and made Thursday nig...
05/08/2026

โ˜€๏ธ FRIDAY NIGHT AT ESPERANZA BONANZA! ๐ŸŽก๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ”

Yesterday was AMAZING! Thank you to everyone who came out and made Thursday night such a great success! The weather was perfect, the rides were packed, and the community showed up strong! โค๏ธ

And guess what? Friday is looking even BETTER! ๐ŸŒค๏ธ
Weโ€™re expecting beautiful sunny weather all day with a high of 75ยฐ โ€” the perfect evening for carnival rides, great food, games, and family fun!

๐Ÿ“… Friday, May 8
๐Ÿ•“ Carnival Opens at 4PM
๐ŸŽŸ Gate Entry: ONLY $2 Per Person
๐ŸŽข Unlimited Ride Wristbands: $25

๐ŸŽค LIVE ENTERTAINMENT starts at 7PM on the Main Stage!

Bring the family, bring your friends, and come make memories with us at Esperanza Bonanza! ๐ŸŽ โœจ

๐Ÿšจ WEATHER UPDATE โ€“ ESPERANZA BONANZA ๐ŸšจDue to inclement weather, tonightโ€™s carnival festivities for Wednesday, May 6 have...
05/06/2026

๐Ÿšจ WEATHER UPDATE โ€“ ESPERANZA BONANZA ๐Ÿšจ

Due to inclement weather, tonightโ€™s carnival festivities for Wednesday, May 6 have been CANCELLED for the safety of our guests, vendors, and staff.

๐ŸŽก GOOD NEWS โ€” Esperanza Bonanza WILL still be open:
โœ… Thursday, May 7 | 4PMโ€“10PM | FREE Entry
โœ… Friday, May 8 | 4PMโ€“11PM | $2 Entry
โœ… Saturday, May 9 | 1PMโ€“11PM | $3 Entry

๐ŸŽŸ Unlimited ride wristbands available every night for just $25!

We appreciate everyoneโ€™s understanding and canโ€™t wait to see you Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for an amazing weekend of family, food, fun, and community! ๐ŸŒŸ

05/06/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ Come see us at Esperanza Bonanza! ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿ”

Weโ€™ll be there serving up your favorite chicken all day long ๐Ÿ—โœจ

And keep an eye outโ€ฆ you just might spot your favorite Cow making an appearance too ๐Ÿ‘€โค๏ธ๐Ÿฎ

Wednesday, May 6 | 4 PM โ€“ 10 PM
Thursday, May 7 | 4 PM โ€“ 10 PM
Friday, May 8 | 4 PM โ€“ 11 PM
Saturday, May 9 | 1 PM โ€“ 11 PM

Come hungry, we canโ€™t wait to see you there! โค๏ธ

This rain has Esperanza Bonanza week feeling a little nostalgicโ€ฆ ๐ŸŒง๏ธBack in the early days, it used to rain all the time ...
05/05/2026

This rain has Esperanza Bonanza week feeling a little nostalgicโ€ฆ ๐ŸŒง๏ธ

Back in the early days, it used to rain all the time โ€” but one thing never changedโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‘‰ IT NEVER STOPPED THE SHOW.

And this year is no different โ€” because we are BACK TOGETHER AGAIN! ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŽ‰

๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ”ฅ ESPERANZA BONANZA IS BACK! ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŽ‰

Back to our roots โ€” May 6โ€“9, 2026 at the Marion Sports Complex. After a year off, itโ€™s time to bring the community back where it belongs.

๐ŸŽก Carnival
๐Ÿ– BBQ Competition
๐ŸŽถ Live Music
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Family โ€ข Food โ€ข Fun โ€ข Community

๐Ÿ‘‰ Calling all pitmasters!
Thereโ€™s still time to get your team signed up. If youโ€™ve been thinking about competing โ€” this is your moment.

๐Ÿ“ฒ Message us or call Marty Milligan at 901-604-3103 to lock in your spot.

Letโ€™s get TOGETHER AGAIN and keep the tradition alive โ€” rain or shine! ๐Ÿš€๐ŸŽก๐Ÿš€

๐Ÿ”ฅ LAST CALL: Esperanza Bonanza BBQ Competition ๐Ÿ”ฅTime is running outโ€”this is your final shot to lock in your spot at the ...
05/03/2026

๐Ÿ”ฅ LAST CALL: Esperanza Bonanza BBQ Competition ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Time is running outโ€”this is your final shot to lock in your spot at the pit. If youโ€™ve got the skill, nowโ€™s the moment to prove it.

๐Ÿ“… May 8th & 9th, 2026

๐Ÿ– Main Competition Entry Fees:
โ€ข Ribs: $100
โ€ข Pulled Pork: $100
โ€ข Combo (Ribs + Pulled Pork): $175

๐Ÿ† Main Category Prizes (Ribs & Pulled Pork):
๐Ÿฅ‡ 1st Place: $500
๐Ÿฅˆ 2nd Place: $250
๐Ÿฅ‰ 3rd Place: $100

๐Ÿ‘‘ Grand Champion:
๐Ÿ’ฐ $1,000 Cash Prize

๐Ÿ”ฅ Ancillary Categories โ€“ $15 Entry Each:
โ€ข Wings
โ€ข Sauce
โ€ข Anything But
โ€ข Friday Evening Cocktail
โ€ข Saturday Brunch Bloody Mary

๐Ÿ… Ancillary Payouts:
โ€ข Wings, Sauce & Anything But:
๐Ÿฅ‡ $75 | ๐Ÿฅˆ $50

๐Ÿน Showdowns:
โ€ข Friday Cocktail โ€“ Winner takes all entry fees
โ€ข Saturday Bloody Mary โ€“ Winner takes all entry fees

๐Ÿ“ž Register Now:
โ€ข Marty Milligan: 901-604-3103
โ€ข Martin Milligan: 901-299-1909

No more waiting. No more โ€œmaybe next time.โ€
If youโ€™re serious about BBQ, this is where you show up and show out.

๐Ÿ”ฅ Big flavor. Big stakes. Final call.

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04/26/2026

Friday night starting at 7-10. May 8,2026

04/26/2026

Big hats, great food, and a night at the races. Join us on May 2nd for a Kentucky Derby-inspired Dinner on Stageโ€”an evening of Southern charm, festiveโ€ฆ

04/26/2026

๐ŸŽถ LIVE MUSIC UNDER THE LIGHTS ๐ŸŽถ
Join us at Brownstone for an unforgettable evening of smooth sounds and great vibes!

โœจ Randy The Quiet Storm performing LIVE
๐Ÿ“… April 25, 2026
๐Ÿ•• 6:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Brownstone Amphitheater
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ FREE ADMISSION

Bring your friends, grab a seat, and enjoy a night of live entertainment in a beautiful outdoor setting. This is the perfect way to relax, unwind, and experience the energy of Brownstone.

๐Ÿ“ 303 Club Circle, Marion, AR
๐Ÿ‘‰ Plan your visit: brownstonecountryclub.com

Address

Marion Recreational Complex, 3820 Complex Road
Marion, AR
72364

Telephone

+19014847752

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