FNBC Renews Partnership for Arkansas Pie Festival in Cherokee Village

The annual event celebrates Arkansas' pie-making tradition and raises funds for STEAM education.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 3:35am

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A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a single, iconic pie slice repeated in a tight grid pattern, capturing the vibrant and celebratory spirit of the Arkansas Pie Festival.The Arkansas Pie Festival celebrates the state's rich pie-making tradition while raising funds for STEAM education.Cave City Today

FNBC, a Sharp County-based financial institution, has renewed its sponsorship of the Arkansas Pie Festival, joining the Bank of Cave City as a co-presenting sponsor of the event. The festival, which takes place on April 25 in Cherokee Village, celebrates Arkansas' rich pie-making heritage while raising funds for STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) education initiatives through the Spring River Innovation Hub.

Why it matters

The Arkansas Pie Festival has become a statewide attraction, drawing visitors from across Arkansas and beyond. By supporting the event, FNBC is demonstrating its commitment to strengthening the local community and investing in educational initiatives that can have a lasting impact on the region.

The details

FNBC has been a leading sponsor of the Arkansas Pie Festival since its inception in 2019. The event features pie tastings and competitions, live entertainment, food trucks, a Pie Day 5K, and family-friendly activities. The festival's champion will earn a 'Golden Ticket' to the World Food Championships, securing a spot in the dessert category. Proceeds from the festival benefit the Spring River Innovation Hub, which focuses on STEAM education in the region.

  • The 2026 Arkansas Pie Festival will take place on April 25.
  • FNBC has been a leading sponsor of the event since it began in 2019.

The players

FNBC

A Sharp County-based financial institution that is serving as a co-presenting sponsor of the 2026 Arkansas Pie Festival.

Bank of Cave City

A Sharp County-based bank that is also serving as a co-presenting sponsor of the 2026 Arkansas Pie Festival.

Spring River Innovation Hub

The beneficiary of the Arkansas Pie Festival, which focuses on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) education in the region.

Molly Day

The senior vice president and chief marketing officer of FNBC.

Amanda Smith

The executive director of the Spring River Innovation Hub.

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What they’re saying

“Events like the Arkansas Pie Festival bring people together in a meaningful way by celebrating tradition and community. We're proud to continue our support alongside the Bank of Cave City and to invest in initiatives like the Spring River Innovation Hub that are creating impact in Sharp County.”

— Molly Day, FNBC Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer

What’s next

The 2026 Arkansas Pie Festival will take place on April 25 in Cherokee Village.

The takeaway

The Arkansas Pie Festival has become a beloved community event that celebrates the state's rich pie-making tradition while also supporting important educational initiatives. FNBC's continued sponsorship of the festival demonstrates its commitment to strengthening the local community and investing in the future through STEAM education.