These guys got in touch with me today to let me know about a gaming convention coming up in May - http://ark-con.com/
Looks like they are doing Magic, video games, cosplay, larp, and fan art.
They also have a facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Arkcon-Arkansas-Gaming-Convention/231169926939509
Not a whole lot of info up on it yet but looks like it might be a good time.