September is busy with school, sports, new friends, festivals and fairs! Make memories with your family by attending at least one of these family-friendly events, from a hot air balloon festival to a bacon extravaganza and everything in between.

Sept. 5-7

19th Annual Arkansas Hot Air Balloon State Championship in Harrison: Bring your lawn chair, $5 for tethered rides and enjoy an art festival on the square, a Corvette parade, a kids fest for CASA and much more. 6-9 p.m. Sept. 5; 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Sept. 6; 7-10 a.m. Sept. 7. $5 tethered rides (weather permitting). For info: (870) 741-2659, ArkansasBalloonFest.com.

Sept. 13

6th Annual Conway EcoFest at Laurel Park: Visitors of all ages can browse the marketplace of eco-friendly vendors, watch the Cardboard Car Derby, see a butterfly release, participate in interactive activities and hear live music throughout the day. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For info: ConwayEcoFest.com. FREE!

Little Rock Bacon Fest at Arkansas State Fairgrounds: It’s a celebacon! Festivities kick off at 9:30 a.m. with a 5K Fun Run/Walk; the festival opens to the public at 11 a.m. There will be live music, local merchant booths, a kids zone with inflatables, cooking contest for both professional chefs and amateurs, a beer garden, and a bacon eating contest. Be a VIP Taster Judge for $30 to sample and vote on all the amateur dishes. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 13. $10; advance tickets are $8; kids 8 and under are free (up to two kids) with paid adult admission. For info: (501) 372-8341, ArkansasStateFair.com.

Sept. 16-20

Faulkner County Fair at Conway Expo Center and Fairgrounds: Mosey over to the Faulkner County Fair, where your family can enjoy a midway, home economic booths, live entertainment, and livestock exhibits filled with sheep, cattle, hogs, rabbits and more. Cheer on the floats as they parade through downtown Conway at 5 p.m. Sept. 16. Check website for complete schedule. For info: FaulknerFairParade.net. Admission FREE!

Sept. 17-20

Lonoke County Fair at Lonoke County Fairgrounds: Enjoy a carnival, pet show, talent show, and parade! Visitors can also explore exhibits, such as livestock, horticulture, arts and crafts and more. Special events include the Redneck Games, miniature bull riding, and lawn mower races. Check the website for more event details. Gate admission is $2, children $1, children under 6 free. For info: LonokeCountyFair.com.

Sept. 24-28

ACANSA Art Festival in Little Rock and North Little Rock: Music, theater, visual and performing arts are featured at various venues in Little Rock and North Little Rock during the festival. Live performances, exhibits, educational opportunities, workshops and activities abound during this exciting event. Events for families and children include Artists in the Park from noon-6 p.m. Sept. 27 and End of Festival Box Lunch and “A Pointe of Chorus” performance on Sept. 28 from 1-5 p.m. Visit the website for a complete schedule of events and to purchase tickets. Ticket price varies. For info: (501) 663-2287, ACANSAArtsFestival.org.

Sept. 26

Arkansas Department of Health: Food for Thought Unity Fair at War Memorial Stadium: Enjoy a variety of diverse foods from local food truck vendors, as well as music and other entertainment. Share information and traditions unique to a variety of cultures. Be sure to check out the ADH Center booths for more information regarding Public Health. The event is on the north lawn, along Markham Street near War Memorial Stadium. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For info: (501) 661-2268, Whitney.Haynie@Arkansas.Gov. FREE!

World Fest 2014 at War Memorial Park: Presented by the Little Rock Racial and Cultural Diversity Commission, World Fest offers students of all ages multicultural learning experiences through a variety of activities, including Kids World with activities for little ones, the Global Animal Zone with a fishing derby and aquarium, vendors and more! 9 a.m.-2 p.m. For info: (501) 244-5483, RCDCWorldFest.org. FREE!

Sept. 27

3rd Annual Walk, Raffle & Roll Fall Festival at Clinton Presidential Center Park: Join H.D. Arkansas, the local organization for the Huntington's Disease Society of America, for a 1-mile walk around the Clinton Presidential Center. Walkers will earn a free Team Hope shirt and can take part in day's activities, including live music, silent auctions and a raffle. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $10. For info: HDArkansas.org.

38th Annual Sherwood Fest at Sherwood Forest: This one-day festival includes live music, activities, local vendors, a cutest kid contest, and a totally free Kid Zone filled with bounce houses, crafts and games. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. For info: (501) 833-0476, CityOfSherwood.net. FREE!

46th Annual Barn Sale in Camden: Camden Business & Professional Women's Organization presents South Arkansas's largest arts and crafts festival, a one-day event featuring 180 arts and crafts exhibitors and food vendors. This family-friendly event will have plenty of activities for kids. Enjoy the antique and classic car show, 5K run, and live music throughout the day. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For info: (870) 231-6244, BPWBarnSale.org. FREE!

Bryant Fall Fest at Bishop Park: This annual festival includes all the best: a parade, festival food, a Duct Tape Boat Race, and live entertainment. KidZland will keep your little ones entertained with free activities, such as bubbles, spray chalk and games. Other attractions, like the bounce houses, slides and inflatables, require a ticket. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. For info: (501) 847-4702, BryantChamber.com. FREE!