To Do Around Town

To Do

AROUND TOWN Farmers’ Market Grove Park

Grove Park is a community gathering place in Hot Springs Village. Carved out of the forest, the park features spaces for vendors, picnic tables, and an entertainment area in a rustic setting. Grove Park is home to the weekly farmers’ market, biannual artisan market, Rock Porch Sessions, Rhythm Jams, and various community events like the wellloved Fall Festival. 1105 DeSoto

Boulevard

The Woodlands

The Woodlands Auditorium is the performing arts center in Hot Springs Village and hosts over 70 cultural and entertainment events each year. Performances include Broadway-style musicals, dramas, dance, vocal, and other productions. This 654seat theater is equipped with modern lighting and audio equipment, and its lobby serves as an art gallery featuring the works of local

artists. 1101 DeSoto Boulevard, 501-922-4231 Pocket Parks A Coronado Pocket Park located next to the Coronado Tennis Center offers a play set with tunnel, bass drum, 4-ft beanstalk climber, rain wheel, curved slide, bongo drums, 8-ft double swing, and shaded park bench. The play set accommodates ages 5-12; children must be supervised by an adult.

151 Ponderosa Lane

In addition to pickleball courts, the DeSoto Recreation Area has two half-court basketball courts, playground, small covered picnic area, and an 18-hole miniature golf course. 209 DeSoto

Boulevard

Playgrounds can be found at DeSoto Recreation Area, Coronado Tennis Center, and Grove Park.

Situated on the shores of Lake Coronado, the Coronado Fitness Center is a full workout facility with a large fitness room, three-lane walking track, exercise classroom, whirlpool, steam room, sauna, and massage therapy. The 25-meter indoor heated pool has five swimming lanes and a deep-water area. There is an aquatic lift in addition to steps for safe and easy access to the water. The pool accommodates non-swimmers and swimmers who want to participate in aquatic exercise programs and activities. There are structured classes, lap swim, and open pool time featuring water walking, play, and fun swim. A wading pool is available for small

children. 160 Ponderosa Lane, 501-922-1230

Veteran’s Memorial

The Veteran’s Memorial features a “Walk of Honor” which contains over 3600 bricks with veterans’ names and service on them. All branches of the services are represented: Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, and Coast Guard.

Located outside the Woodlands Auditorium

Picnic areas can be found at Balboa Beach,

DeSoto Beach, DeSoto Recreation Area,

Coronado Boat Ramp, Balboa Pavilion,

Cortez Pavilion, and Grove Park.

Dog Park

The DeSoto Dog Park is a gated, off-leash park for well-behaved and healthy dogs. Approximately 1.5 acres of level open area and divided into two sections. Benches, watering stations, waste receptacles, and shade pavilions. 201 DeSoto

Park Lane

Diamante Golf Course Top ranked Diamante Golf Club is the only private membership golf club in Hot Springs Village. The course offers challenging and flexible play like six golf courses in one. Spread over 7,560 yards from its back set of six tees, Diamante has been ranked the 38th most-difficult course in the nation by Golf Digest. Diamante includes an 18hole golf course, driving range, putting green, and short game area. 2000 Country Club Dr, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909, 501- 922-1114, Diamantememberships.com

RV Park

The Hot Springs Village RV Park is in a rural setting with lots of trees. It has 21 parking pads available to self-contained recreational vehicles (12 pullthroughs) open to property owners and their guests. The RV Park is open year-round with electrical hookups. Water hookups are available from April 15 through October 31. Grills, fire pits, and picnic tables are provided at each site. A central dump station is provided for users. A daily rental fee and reservations are required. Call 501-922-5050 to make reservations. Maximum 2-week stay. 375 Balearic Road, 501-922-5050

Mini Golf

Ready for some family fun? Play mini golf on a twisting course just east of the pickleball courts on DeSoto Blvd. that is maintained by the HSV Parks & Recreation Department. Rent equipment at the clubhouse or bring your own putter and golf balls. From DeSoto Blvd., turn north onto Sonora Way, then immediately turn left.