WARREN, Ark. – The 69th Annual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival is in full swing this Friday afternoon, with a festive atmosphere taking over downtown Warren. Vendors, entertainers, and visitors have gathered around the court square to enjoy a variety of activities, contests, and food as the weekend of celebration continues.
By early afternoon, crowds had begun filling the square to enjoy the many offerings—from arts and crafts to hot food favorites like Polish sausages, Philly cheese fries, blooming onions, strawberry funnel cakes, and fresh-squeezed lemonade. The arts and crafts fair opened this morning along Myrtle and Cedar Streets, running until 5:00 p.m.
The Bradley County Medical Center is set up in front of the Warren Municipal Building, handing out goody bags and festival brochures. A bouncy house for kids are active on the east side of the square, while a diaper changing station is available for parents on the southwest side. Near the Warren Bank mobile branch, the Log a Load dunking booth is drawing laughter as locals take their turns at the target.
Today’s remaining full schedule includes:
Daytime Activities:
- Festival Info Booth & T-shirt Sales – On the square until 6:00 p.m.
- Arts & Crafts Fair – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Obstacle Course & Bouncy House – For kids on the square until 6:00 p.m.
- Quilt Show – 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the YMCA
- Bradley County Veterans Museum – 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 210 N. Main
- Local Talent Performances – Ongoing on the square
Contests & Special Events:
- Tomato Packing Contest – 4:45 to 5:30 p.m., Commercial Bank Stage
- Cutest Baby Contest – Doors open at 4:30 p.m., contest at 5:00 p.m., Bradley County Services Building
- Comedy & Magic with Derrick Rose – 5:30 to 6:00 p.m., on the square
- Great Bowls of Fire Salsa Contest – Begins at 6:00 p.m., Commercial Bank Stage
Evening Entertainment:
- Carnival – Open Friday evening with rides and games
- DJ Jam-A-Lot – 8:00 to 10:00 p.m., West Cypress Street
- Live Music by Copper Flats – 8:30 to 10:00 p.m., Ryburn Stage on Main Street
Festivalgoers are encouraged to take advantage of the full day of entertainment and food. For the complete festival schedule, visit salinerivernews.com/tomatofestival.
