The Last Car Standing at the Rodeo of the Ozarks Demolition Derby in Springdale

There’s something deeply satisfying about watching drivers slam their cars into each other until only one is left running. No strategy, no finesse. Just steel, throttle, and whoever can take the most punishment. The Rodeo of the Ozarks Demolition Derby is one of those events where the crowd gets loud fast, and it stays that way. If you’ve never been to a demo derby before, this is a good one to start with. If you have, you already know what you’re signing up for.

THE DEETS

📅 Saturday, May 16, 2026
🕠 Gates open at 5:30 PM | Event begins at 6:30 PM | Ends at 10:00 PM
📍 Parsons Stadium, Springdale, AR
🎟️ Ages 2 & under: Free | Ages 2–12: $10 | Ages 12+: $15 💺 Box seats: $15 per child / $20 per adult
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Buckle Up

Brought to you by Sam’s Furniture, the Rodeo of the Ozarks Demolition Derby puts drivers head-to-head in a last-car-standing showdown. Competitors keep going until one car is left rolling, with cash prizes and bragging rights on the line.

The competition is broken into classes, so you’ll see multiple rounds of metal-on-metal action throughout the evening.

Get Your Seat

Box seats put you right in the middle of the action with a clear view of the arena floor. Grab yours early. Once the cars start flying, you’ll want to be in the best spot in the house.

This is also a family-friendly night out, and kids 2 and under get in free, making it a low-cost way to get the whole crew off the couch and into the stands. Grab your tickets at the gate and plan to arrive before the derby kicks off. The Fall Demolition Derby on September 26, 2026 is also on the calendar if May doesn’t line up.