August 8, 2025 - Eureka Springs Longhair Invasion
A Fundraiser for The Eureka Springs Historical Museum
The Longhair Invasion – WHAT is it?
The Longhair Invasion is the second in a series of "Time Travel" themed interactive events created by the Eureka Springs Historical Museum. Last year, we hosted the Jailbird Ball, set in the year 1898. The Longhair Invasion will feature 1973 music and entertainment, immersive roleplay activities, games and contests, social dancing, food, and more! Read more about the history of Eureka Springs in 1973.
- Ages 18+
- Event Admission and Dinner
- Free Parking at Convention Center
- Simulated Time Travel Experience
- Interactive Role-Playing Activities with Character Actors
- FolkFair Photo Exhibits by Albert Skiles and Jim Mathis
- Historic Eureka Photo Slideshow by Vernon Tucker
- Lip-Syncing Contest with Local Celebrity Judges
- Themed Vendors with Handmade Goods
- 1973 Dance Party with DJ Testube
- Collectible 1973 Time Travel Pin
All tickets include:
WHEN is it?
The event takes place on the evening of Friday, August 8, 2025 from 5pm to 10pm.
WHERE is it?
The event is being hosted at the Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center, located behind the Best Western Inn of the Ozarks at 207 W. Van Buren in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, just off of Highway 62. Free parking is available on-site.
What to WEAR?
This is a costumed event, with 1973 themed attire being encouraged for all guests. If we look to the FolkFair for inspiration, we see the usual bell bottoms and denim, but with a more utilitarian farm flair. Sometimes this was called the "cosmic cowboy" look. Bandanas and flannels were quite popular. If you will be competing in our LipSync Contest, we advise dressing like the performer you will be imitating. Please be creative and have fun with your costumes!
HOW MUCH does it cost?
Tickets are $55 per person.
- Ages 18+
- Event Admission and Dinner
- Free Parking at Convention Center
- Simulated Time Travel Experience
- Interactive Role-Playing Activities with Character Actors
- FolkFair Photo Exhibits by Albert Skiles and Jim Mathis
- Historic Eureka Photo Slideshow by Vernon Tucker
- Lip-Syncing Contest with Local Celebrity Judges
- Themed Vendors with Handmade Goods
- 1973 Dance Party with DJ Testube
- Collectible 1973 Time Travel Pin
All tickets include:
E-Ticket Process: No physical tickets will be mailed. Simply show up at the event with your ID and purchase receipt. E-Tickets are available for purchase online and at the Eureka Springs Historical Museum located at 95 S. Main Street in Downtown Eureka Springs.
Questions?
The Longhair Invasion is a fundraiser with 100% of proceeds going towards the operational costs of the non-profit Eureka Springs Historical Museum. Please feel free to call us at 479-253-9417 with questions!
LipSync Contest
»» Sign up here for our 1973 LipSync Contest! ««
Which song will you perform?
Choose from one of the four songs below, performed by musicians who appeared at the 1973 Ozark Mountain FolkFair.
