Eureka Springs performers live the artist-town reality. Tourist season pays the bills, but the off-months test your commitment. Downtown rooms fill with visitors who tip well but won't remember your name. The comedy scene runs lean and local. Spring Street hosts the open mics where everyone's juggling seasonal gigs. Basin Park draws the weekend crowds. Historic Loop and North Main book the regulars. You perform because the stage is open and the connection matters. Eureka Springs won't launch careers, but it offers a community that understands the creative hustle.