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Explore Harrison Explore Harrison! Take a Hike, Float your Boat, or Ride the Ozarks! What is a CVB? What is a Convention & Visitors Bureau and what is its role? What is a tourist?

Convention and Visitors Bureaus are also called Destination Marketing Organizations (DMO's). They act as the community, county or local authority leader in tourism marketing and tourism project development. The CVB acts as your one stop shop for all things related to tourism. A bureau's primary mission is frequently to market cities, towns, counties and/or regions to potential visitors. Furthermor

e, they provide local visitor/event planning services, and act as a catalyst and/or builder in ensuring the development of appropriate attractions, facilities, services, and infrastructure needed to provide destination experiences. The CVB is:

An umbrella organization that solicits and services all types of travelers. Essentially an information clearinghouse, convention management consultant and promotional body for the community. Also a coordinating entity that brings together the interests of local government, trade and civic associations, and individual travel suppliers to build outside visitor traffic to an area. The foremost activity and goal for a CVB is to be the tourism economic development agent that assists in increasing an area's income and employment and enhancing the quality of life for its residents. The definition of a tourist is a temporary visitor staying at least twenty-four hours in the community visited for a purpose classified as either holiday (recreation, leisure, sport and visit to family, friends or relatives), business, official mission, convention, or health reasons. A further definition of a tourist is someone who stays in your community and spends dollars to economically impact the community. Convention and Visitors Bureaus (CVB's) are the most important link between local businesses and visitors to an area. Every time you see tourists shopping and sightseeing, a motorcoach parked at an area attraction, a competitive sporting event taking place or a convention group staying at a local hotel, chances are the CVB has been behind the scenes helping to make it happen and working to make their visit a memorable experience. The Harrison CVB would like to extend a warm welcome to you on your visit to our area. Please contact us for information and assistance in planning your trip to the Ozark Mountains and the Buffalo National River region. The CVB is here to serve you!

Who's ready to see the sky full of balloons in Harrison?!? Thank you to our incredible sponsors for making next weekend...
09/04/2026

Who's ready to see the sky full of balloons in Harrison?!? Thank you to our incredible sponsors for making next weekend's Arkansas State Hot Air Balloon Championship Races possible!

Come join us Saturday and Sunday and be a part of an actual balloon crew!
09/04/2026

Come join us Saturday and Sunday and be a part of an actual balloon crew!

We still have a need for Balloon Crew volunteers Saturday and Sunday morning. You get to be a part of the crew that helps a pilot setup and compete. You are a part of the team! Contact our office at 870-741-1789 for more details. Link to volunteer: https://harrisoncvb.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=117018

08/31/2026

Join us September 11-13 as we break a record with over 30 hot ar balloons!

Brick Oven Pizza isn't just a pizza and brewery stop, it's one of Harrison's real entertainment spots. Comedian Josh Gra...
08/28/2026

Brick Oven Pizza isn't just a pizza and brewery stop, it's one of Harrison's real entertainment spots.

Comedian Josh Gray takes the floor tonight at 8:30, come on out and make a night out of it! 🎤

There’s a racing scene growing here in Harrison. Run Late Speedway located just south of Harrison on run late lane is ha...
08/26/2026

There’s a racing scene growing here in Harrison. Run Late Speedway located just south of Harrison on run late lane is having a race night this Saturday that’s a must see if you’re into racing. Tony is recommending everyone to come out, tailgate, cook, and have a blast!!! Go check it out!!

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08/24/2026

We stopped by Brick Oven Pizza to speak with GM John Cathey 🍕

Pizza and wings are the headline, but there's also an in-house brewery with a full tap selection and occasional live entertainment worth knowing about 🎤

Worth a stop next time you're exploring Harrison!

📍 Brick Oven Pizza Company, Harrison, AR

🎥 : BrayFilms

08/21/2026

Less than a month away! Come experience one of the most incredible concerts ever to come to Creekside Amp!

Address

200 W Stephenson Avenue
Harrison, AR
72601

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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