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Crawdad Days This Weekend

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 11:47 AM

The 33rd annual Craw Days is this Friday and Saturday, according to Allison Black.

Black appeared on KHOZ's "Around The Table" to talk all about it. It starts at 5 p.m. on May 16. The weekend will feature the crawdad eating contest, the carnival and more. Adults can enter for $25. Adults will face the challenge of eating three pounds.

The event will feature new activities...

  • Pigtail, ponytail, mullet and mohawk contest - free to enter
  • Bubblegum blowing contest
  • Pup parade and costume contest
  • Blacksmith demonstrations and classes
  • Exotic animal petting zoo
  • A kids' crawdad eating contest - The challenge is to eat 20 crawfish before the competitors.

Attendees will get to enjoy live music. On Friday, Seven South will kick off the music for the event at 8 p.m. On Saturday, Kickin' Country will play at 5:30 p.m., and Whistling Dixie will play at 8 p.m.

Black said vendor spots are almost filled, but three spots are open. Volunteers are needed for many parts of the event.

Black said anyone wanting to volunteer can reach her at allison@northwestarkansasdistrictfair.com. More was discussed on the broadcast.

The full interview with Black is on the "Around The Table" Facebook Page.

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