Delta Expo in Pine Bluff, Arkansas: A Weekend of Fun and Community
Event Details:
- Dates: Friday, Sept. 25 & Saturday, Sept. 26
- Location: Pine Bluff Convention Center
- Organizer: Joni Alexander-Robinson
Friday Night: “Friday Night in the Delta”
- Time: 8 – 10 p.m.
- Age Requirement: 21 and up
- Highlights:
- Blues and Southern soul concert
- VIP mixer featuring:
- Tastes from over seven Delta restaurants
- Open bar with Delta brands (Delta Dirt, Self-Made Tequila)
Saturday: Community Focus
- Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Free Admission
- Activities:
- Over 60 Delta vendors
- Chess competition featuring top-ranked chess master Tony Davis
- Giveaways and QVC-style shopping
- Live performances in “The Delta Porch” setup
- Workshops hosted by the Pine Bluff Library (topics include genealogy and art)
Vendor Highlights:
- Delta Dirt Distillery
- Masseuse offering live massages
- Clothing, skincare, health items, and specialty foods
Tickets:
- For Friday Night: Available online on Delta Expo’s website via Eventbrite.
- Saturday: No tickets are required.
Conclusion:
Robinson encourages everyone to come out and enjoy the festivities, emphasizing the importance of commerce and community in reestablishing Pine Bluff as the hub of the Arkansas Delta.
