The biggest attraction this side of the Mississippi, Southland Park Gaming and Racing is a Mid-South institution. Whether you are looking for electronic games of skill or live greyhound racing, simulcast thoroughbred racing, live entertainment at their Juke Joint, trivia contests or West Memphis’ most bountiful buffet you will find plenty to do and eat at Southland Park Gaming and Racing. Log on to www.southlandpark.com for more information.

Established in 1949, The Riverside International Speedway is the oldest continuous fully running race track in the United States. With sprint cars and street stocks careening around a ¼ mile dirt track at ridiculous speeds, a night at the grand old lady is fast, loud and action packed. Racing begins in March and concludes each October. Call 901-508-6200 or visit www.riversideinternationalspeedway.com for more information.

Whether it’s a quiet day of fishing off the pier, a brisk walk on the paved walking path around the lake, a picnic with family or friends or catching a sports tournament; this beautiful city park has it all. The pavilions can be reserved for private functions.

This historic park in the heart of town plays host to blues concerts through the spring and summer, as well as our annual Holiday Lighting Festival and Christmas horse-drawn carriage tours.

Freedom Fest is an annual event that celebrates our nation’s freedom with a giant night of fireworks at Tilden Rogers Park. Call 1-877-732-7598 for dates.

West Memphis is surrounded by old river lakes, bayous and marshes that offer some of the best fishing and duck hunting in the state. Horseshoe Lake has a full service marina and is one of the top bass, bream and catfish spots in Eastern Arkansas. The fall and winter months are prime duck hunting season in the area.

The Memphis-area is teeming with dozens of lush, challenging courses of all styles and layouts. Get in a quick 9 or 18 holes at one of the city's many well-maintained municipal courses, or spend a day on the links at one of dozens of outlying semi-private courses, many of which offer special deals during the week.

Local Theater produced plays come to life each year in West Memphis. From comedies, to summer musicals and mystery dinner theaters a wide variety of entertaining and family-style stage productions are offered throughout the season.

This two-year public college on Broadway Street in West Memphis hosts a number of art openings and other public events throughout the year.

An old school 12-lane bowling alley at Holiday Plaza Mall, Eagle Lanes offers a unique night out on the town or a day of fun for the whole family.