Arkansas Celebrates Arbor Day with Free Tree Fridays

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is celebrating Arbor Day in a big way with their annual Free Tree Fridays campaign, giving Arkansans the chance to plant beautiful trees that will last for generations.

Through the program, bare-root seedlings will be handed out at locations across the state, encouraging everyone to get outside and plant native trees in their yards and communities.

Encouraging Growth Across Arkansas with Free Tree Fridays

The goal of Free Tree Fridays is simple: to promote tree planting and help keep Arkansas green and thriving. By offering these free seedlings, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture hopes to make it easy for everyone to take part, whether you’re planting your first tree or adding to your landscape.

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Each person can receive up to five seedlings, making it a great opportunity for families, neighborhoods, and even classrooms to get involved.

Native Trees Available in 2026 at Arkansas Free Tree Fridays

This year’s selection of bare-root seedlings includes four native species that are well-suited for Arkansas soil and climate: pecan, sycamore, overcup oak, and Shumard oak.

Organizers say planting native trees not only beautifies the area but also supports local wildlife and helps strengthen the environment for years to come.

Be sure to check the list below for locations throughout Arkansas!  All the events will take place from 11 AM to 1 PM

Free Tree Fridays on April 3, 2026

• Monticello UAM College of Forestry, Agriculture, and Natural Resources 110 University Court in Monticello
• Hatfield Gymnasium 117 Cemetery Rd. in Hatfield
• Paragould City Hall 301 West Court Street in Paragould
• Sheridan Old Mad Butcher parking lot 815 Rock St. in Sheridan
•  Greers Ferry City Hall 8739 Edgemont Rd. in Greers Ferry

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Free Tree Fridays on April 10, 2026

• Lonoke Old Train Depot 154 Front Street in Lonoke
• Ashdown Horatio State Bank 110 West Main in Ashdown
• Pocahontas American Made General Store 1100 Pace Rd. in Pocahontas
• Camden Ouachita Valley Business & Technology Development Center 625 South  Adams in Camden 
• Benton Saline County Library 1800 Smithers Drive in Benton
• Highfill City Park 180 NW Main Street in Highfill

Free Tree Fridays on April 17, 2026

• West Memphis Hightower Park & Amphitheater 1323 East Broadway Ave. in West Memphis
• Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce 507 S. Main Street in Stuttgart
• Mount Ida Montgomery County Courthouse 105 Hwy 270 in Mount Ida
•  Marshall Marshall High School 1626 East Harding Street,950 Hwy 65 in Marshall
• Arkadelphia Clark County NRCS Office 640 South 6th Street in Arkadelphia
• Fairfield Bay Chamber of Commerce 365 Dave Creek Pkwy in Fairfield Bay
• Prescott City Hall 412 East Main Street in Prescott

Free Tree Fridays on April 24, 2026

• Dierks Howard County Forestry Office 106 Forestry Drive in Dierks
• Mountain Home Baxter County Extension 5 East 9th St. in Mountain Home
• Casa Casa Community Center 114 South Maple St. in Casa
• Little Rock Arkansas Department of Agriculture 1 Natural Resources Drive in Little Rock
• Goshen Community Building 244 Clark Street in Goshen

I noticed that Texarkana is not on the list... well, at least not right now. When or if it is added, we will let you know!