KINGSLAND, Ark. — Organizers of the upcoming Get Rhythm Music Festival are calling on the community to get involved as preparations ramp up for what is expected to be one of Kingsland’s largest events in years.
In a recent post, Kingsland Mayor-Elect Samantha Johnson emphasized that the festival, scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026, will be a community-driven effort.
“This festival is for our town, for our kids, for our families, for our businesses, and for our community pride,” the post stated. “It is going to take this community coming together to make it happen.”
Organizers are currently seeking individuals, businesses, churches, organizations, school groups, and volunteers to help sponsor, coordinate, and operate festival activities. A wide range of volunteer opportunities is available, including assistance with contests, event operations, and general festival support.
Among the roles listed are helpers and judges for the BBQ cook-off and watermelon eating contest, workers for horseshoe and cornhole tournaments, 5K walk/run volunteers, parade participants, car show volunteers, and assistants for pageants, kids activities, and attractions such as a rock climbing wall, bounce houses, and a human gyroscope. Additional needs include registration workers, first aid support, and general volunteers.
Organizers are also seeking businesses willing to sponsor the event, civic groups to adopt activities, and community members to contribute their time. Parade entries, car show participants, and contest competitors are also encouraged to sign up.
A second announcement introduced the official festival flyer, highlighting a full day of activities running from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. The event will feature live music throughout the day, a parade, car show, vendors, food trucks, raffles, beauty pageants, and a variety of contests and family-friendly attractions.
Planned activities include a BBQ cook-off, watermelon eating contest, horseshoe and cornhole tournaments, a 5K walk/run, face painting, balloon animals, a kids train ride, rock climbing wall, and a Johnny Cash look-alike contest, paying tribute to the area’s heritage.
Organizers are encouraging the public to help spread the word and build momentum for the event.
“The bigger the crowd, the bigger the fun — and we want this town packed on September 26,” the announcement stated.
The festival is being promoted as the first major event under the Kickstart Kingsland initiative, with organizers expressing hope that it will showcase the town’s potential and bring the community together.
Those interested in volunteering or participating can comment on the original posts or contact Samantha Johnson directly. Additional information, including vendor registration, is available at kickstartkingsland.com.
