Northwest Arkansas

A Wild Wild Midsummer’s Night Dream
2025-11-06 19:00 - 2025-11-08 19:00 (America/Chicago) | arend arts center, 1901 SE J St, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
BHS proudly presents A Wild Wild Midsummer’s Night Dream!

NWA Cannabis and Wellness Expo
2025-11-07 12:00 - 2025-11-08 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Fayetteville Town Center, 15 W. Mountain St., Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
Arkansas Times Cannabis & Wellness Expo
November 7–8, 2025 | Fayetteville Town Center | Tickets $10
The Arkansas Times Cannabis & Wellness Expo, Presented by Arkansas’s Finest featuring Harvest Cannabis Dispensary, Osage Creek Dispensary, The Vault, Morrilton Dispensary, Pine Bluff Dispensary, and Clarksville Dispensary, returns to Fayetteville for two days of education, community, and connection around medical cannabis and wellness in Arkansas.
Industry Day (Friday, November 7, 12–4:20 p.m.) features networking, the ABC Industry Panel at 3 p.m., and the evening Industry Party with Budtender Faceoff Trivia.
Patient Day (Saturday, November 8, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.) is open to the public and includes:
The Natural State Medicinals Patient Drive with $50 on-site patient certifications (the lowest ever offered in Arkansas)
Flatland Financial Kitchen with Cooking demos
Fireside Chats with growers, budtenders, and patients
Cannabis 101 and microdosing discussions
The Big Bud Classic awards at 4:20 p.m. followed by live music
Enjoy featured spaces like the Acrelabs VIP Lounge, the F.A.S.T. Labs Mountain Air Balcony, and the Flatland Financial Kitchen. Every attendee receives a free t-shirt from Delta Dank and a swag bag from The Releaf Center.
Whether you’re a patient, industry professional, or just curious about cannabis and wellness, the Expo offers something for everyone.
Tickets: $10, available online or at the door.
Location: Fayetteville Town Center, 15 W. Mountain St., Fayetteville, AR 72701
Follow the Arkansas Times Cannabis & Wellness Expo on Facebook and Instagram for updates.

SLS Dash 5K & Fun Run for Neurodiversity
2025-11-08 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | 2600 Judge Cummings Rd, Fayetteville, AR 72701, 2600 Judge Cummings Rd, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
This is an inclusive 5K and 1 mile Fun Run that celebrates neurodiversity, movement, and community. Designed for participants of all backgrounds and abilities: run, walk, or roll to the finish line!
SLS Community, a Fayetteville-based nonprofit and service provider for neurodivergent adults, invites runners, walkers, and volunteers to join the 2025 SLS Dash 5K & Fun Run for Neurodiversity on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Kessler Mountain Regional Park in Fayetteville.
The event starts with race-day check-in beginning at 7:00 AM and the races kick off at 9:00 AM. Participants can choose between a 5K course ($35 registration)and a 1-mile Fun Run ($25 registration)—both wheelchair accessible and open to all ages and ability levels. For neurodivergent participants, registration is $10 for either race.
The SLS Dash is designed for runners & walkers of all backgrounds and abilities, both neurodivergent and neurotypical. This is an empowering, energetic, and social opportunity to connect with others and enjoy a morning of activity, music, and camaraderie. Whether you run, walk, jog, or roll, every mile makes a difference and celebrates the strengths of the neurodivergent community in Northwest Arkansas.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Time: Check-in at 7:00 AM | Race starts at 9:00 AM
Location: Kessler Mountain Regional Park — 2600 WC 200, Fayetteville, AR 72701
Events: 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run (both wheelchair accessible)
Registration Fees: $35 (5K) | $25 (Fun Run) | Discount for neurodivergent participants ($10 for either race) via promo codes in registration
Register today as a runner, walker, volunteer, or fundraiser via the race site at www.slscommunity.org/sls-dash
Race Day Highlights
Superhero Theme: “Dash Like a Hero”. Both racers and volunteers are encouraged to show as their favorite superhero to keep the post-Halloween fun alive. Not into superheroes? Feel free to repurpose any family-friendly Halloween costume or just show up however is comfortable.
Live DJ: Great music to celebrate & keep vibes high.
Vendor Village: Local food trucks, vendors, and activities for all ages.
Swag for All Participants: Every racer receives a T-shirt, medal, and race bag filled with goodies.
Accessible & Inclusive: Wheelchair-accessible courses, race partners, and training plans available for neurodivergent participants.
Discounts for Neurodivergent Participants: Special registration promo codes available during online sign-up to lower registration costs to $10 for either race.
Proceeds support SLS Community services, events, advocacy, and initiatives for neurodivergent adults. This year, there is a particular focus on Program Forge, SLS Community’s vocational training and job placement initiative for neurodivergent adults.

Fayetteville Veterans Day Parade & Trade Show
2025-11-08 10:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | AR
We are having a Veterans Day Parade in Fayetteville, AR this year and it’s going to be great! I would love to have all types of entries into the parade and for those to show their patriotism and appreciation for Veterans in Northwest Arkansas. Afterwards, there will also be a Veterans Trade Show for organizations to tell the general public how they help Veterans as part of their mission statement and possibly reach some Veterans that are un-aware of your services. The Veterans Trade Show will be held in the Upper Ramble along West Ave. with plenty of spaces (between 30-40 spaces). Spaces are limited and provided at no cost; however, you must bring table and chairs (no elaborate displays please). Parade Entries and Trade Show Booths MUST Register, send email to FayVetParade@gmail.com

Fayetteville Veterans Day Parade and Trade Show
2025-11-08 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | AR
FAYETTEVILLE, AR – (August 14, 2025) – For the first time in more than a decade, Fayetteville will host a Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 8 at 11:00 a.m. A trade show in the Upper Ramble will immediately follow the parade.
There is no cost to enter the parade or trade show, but registration is required. To register an entry into the Parade or to set up a Booth at the Trade Show, please visit: Parade Registration Form
The Veterans Day Parade & Trade Show will honor the men and women that have selflessly served in the US Army, the US Navy, the US Marines, the US Air Force, the US Space Force, or the US Coast Guard.
Distinguished Participants include:
● Mayor Molly Rawn
● Grand Marshall Captain Cliff Mosier, Vietnam and Persian Gulf War Veteran of the U.S. Army and Army National Guard. Inducted into the Arkansas Veterans Hall of Fame.
● Mr. Joshua Pineda, FOX24 Evening News Anchor will be our emcee for the parade.
“I would like every Veteran Organization to display their pride in their service to our country and for other organizations to express their gratitude in patriotic colors to be on full display at the Fayetteville Veterans Day Parade,” said Parade Organizer LTC (Ret) Jay Stout, USA/ARNG. “Spectators will be able to show their patriotism and appreciation for Veterans as well.  Afterwards, there will be a Veterans Trade Show for organizations to tell the public how they support Veterans as part of their mission statement and possibly reach some Veterans that are unaware.”
The parade will begin on East Avenue and proceed onto Dickson Street, then turn onto West Avenue and conclude at Spring Street. The public is invited to bring chairs, wear patriotic apparel, and wave the American Flag to show support to all the Veterans in the Parade, the Trade Show, or in the crowd. This Autumn morning in downtown Fayetteville, Arkansas is brought to you by the brave men and women of our Armed Services both past and present.

Miracle Travel Works 8th Annual Poker Ride Fundraiser
2025-11-08 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | AR
Join us on Saturday, November 8, 2025 for the 8th Annual Miracle Travel Works Poker Ride! This is a fundraising event that is fun for anyone (adults and children are welcome!) who likes to bike on the beautiful bike trails in Fayetteville, AR, and even more fun for those who also like the excellent craft breweries, bars, and restaurants along the way. We’ll be raising money to help families with critically ill or injured children who need specialized medical treatment.

Second Saturday's in Pea Ridge, AR
2025-11-08 17:00 - 21:00 UTC | AR
Shop local and small businesses in our growing town of Pea Ridge, AR. Vendors set up from 5-9pm selling crafts and goods from art, crystals, freeze dried items, tumblers, jellies, honey and more. Live music starts at 7-9pm on stage so bring your lawn chairs or blankets to stay awhile and join our wonderful FREE community event.

Olivia Lane-Live Acoustical Performance
2025-11-08 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Center Stage, 132 Huntsville Road, Eureka Springs, AR, 72632, United States
Come & enjoy an evening of soul-filled, beautiful music with recording artist Olivia Lane. Her music is her testimony.

Goodbye, Mr. Chips
2025-11-09 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Opera in the Ozarks, 16311 US-62, Eureka Springs, AR, 72632, United States
Starring OIO Alum Nathan Granner – Live onstage- November 9, 2025 at 2PM
How often do you get to meet the star of a professional film? You can get the opportunity to see a new opera that was written by Gordon Getty and which stars an OIO alum, Nathan Granner (1992,1993) in our new theater this fall. Based on the book “Goodbye, Mr. Chips” by James Hilton, this film tells the story of a teacher at Brookfield, an all-boys English boarding school to which “Chips” dedicates most of his adult life. The film chronicles Chips’ story of love, loss and learning over his decades-long tenure at Brookfield. Directed by Brian Staufenbiel, the film stars tenor Nathan Granner as Mr. Chips, soprano Marnie Breckenridge as Kathie, baritone Lester Lynch as Merrivale, and Kevin Short as Ralston and Rivers. The orchestra is conducted by Nicole Paiement. Members of The Young People’s Chorus of New York City represent the boarding school students.
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A graduate of UMKC, Nathan is having a wonderful career singing all over the US and in Russia, and in Ireland. Stemming from his early breaks at Wolf Trap, Glimmerglass Operas, and as a Metropolitan Opera National Competition winner, Granner’s career path is blessed with distinction and variety. He was a founding member of the Sony Masterworks recording group, The American Tenors, but has also been the lead artist in operas, numerous tours, concerts, and classical music-inspired art installations.
Nathan will join us on Sunday afternoon, November 9 at 2PM, to talk about the making of the opera film, his career, and whatever else he wants to talk about. With a career as interesting as his has been, he surely will be interesting!
“Goodbye, Mr. Chips,” received its world premiere—as an opera reimagined for film—on Sunday, November 14, 2021. The public screening, presented by Festival Napa Valley in partnership with the Mill Valley Film Festival in San Rafael, CA. Since then, it has been screened by Opera Philadelphia, New York City Opera, and OPERA America. This past summer, the film was screened at Des Moines Metro Opera.
The composer of this opera, Gordon Getty, has written multiple works for the voice, including four operas and many chamber and orchestral works. At 91, he is still busy revising and composing.
This film screening is the first of what we hope will be a continuing series of films about opera and its makers.
Tickets are $20 and you can get them here: https://ci.ovationtix.com/36915/production/1254551?performanceId=11707464

The 3rd Annual Arkansas Country Blues & Stringband Festival
2025-11-14 17:30 - 22:00, 2025-11-15 11:00 - 21:30, 2025-11-16 10:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Luther George Park, The Jones Center, Turnbow Park and American Legion Post, all in downtown Springdale, AR, East Emma Avenue (downtown Springdale, AR), Springdale, 72764
The 3rd Annual Arkansas Country Blues and Stringband Festival will take place November 14–16, 2025, again in downtown Springdale.
https://www.arbluesandstringbandfest.com/
This free, high-quality cultural event features performances by nationally and regionally recognized artists, educational presentations, and community-based programming. We kick-off the festival at Luther George Park on Friday, November 14th with GRAMMY Award winner, Dom Flemons and The Traveling Wildfires. The Jones Center will host our Saturday and Sunday events. Friday and Saturday night square dances will be held at the Springdale American Legion Hall. The festival also includes the Ballad-Off at Turnbow Park and the Ozarks Stringband Championships, along with ticketed workshops and our fabulous Not Your Mama’s Gospel Brunch on Sunday, November 16th, presented by Pink House Alchemy.

Drift NWA Toge
2025-11-15 - 2025-11-16 | The Great Passion Play, 935 Passion Play Road, 72632, United States
Get ready for another round of Drift NWA Tōge at The Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs! We’re back and are excited to bring drifting to the mountain roads of Eureka Springs.
Here’s a little taste of what you missed from last year: https://youtu.be/r7_rjymOfNQ?si=duMD5Z43vznd0WzR
Join us for food trucks, merchandise booths, and shuttle buses to transport spectators up and down the hill to various viewing areas.
For the latest updates, check the Reaction Motorsports Events page and join the Drift NWA Facebook group for all the Tōge information. We can’t wait to see everyone at the event. Stay tuned for more information.

Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles
2025-11-15 12:30 - 13:45 (America/Chicago) | Fayetteville Public Library, 401 W Mountain St, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Fayetteville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of The Beatles at Fayetteville Public Library under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
Venue: Fayetteville Public Library
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: ADA compliant
View the FAQs for this event here
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Fayetteville
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Tentative Program
I Want To Hold Your Hand
Penny Lane
Strawberry Fields
Come Together
Here Comes the Sun
With A Little Help From My Friends
Help!
Eleanor Rigby
While My Guitar Gently Weeps
Helter Skelter
Blackbird
A Day in the Life
Yesterday
Let It Be
Performers
String Quartet – Listeso – Fayetteville
Seating Map
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Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
2025-11-15 14:30 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Fayetteville Public Library, 401 W Mountain St, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Fayetteville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at Fayetteville Public Library under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
Venue: Fayetteville Public Library
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: ADA compliant
View the FAQs for this event here
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Fayetteville
To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program
Coldplay – Clocks
Imagine Dragons – Radioactive
Coldplay – Adventure of a Lifetime
Coldplay – Fix You
Imagine Dragons – Eyes Closed
Imagine Dragons – Nice to Meet You
Coldplay – The Scientist
Coldplay – feelslikeimfallinginlove
Imagine Dragons – Follow You
Imagine Dragons – Bad Liar
Imagine Dragons – Believer
Coldplay – Sky Full of Stars
Coldplay – Viva la Vida
Performers
String Quartet – Listeso – Fayetteville
Seating Map

Candlelight Concert – Crescent Hotel
2025-11-15 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | AR
Autumn Get Together-Candlelight Concert
Join us at the Crescent Hotel for a one-of-a-kind candlelit concert, featuring a music artist to be announced soon.
The evening begins with a reception at 6 PM.
Tickets are $15 per person and include a guaranteed seat plus one specialty cocktail.
The performance takes place on the East Lawn of the 1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa, with limited seating and additional standing room available. A cash bar will also be open for guests throughout the event.
The Crescent Hotel is proud to support live music. The Autumn Get Together candlelit performance offers a memorable way to experience talented artists in a unique setting.
Doors open at 6 PM, and the music begins at 6:30 PM.
https://www.reserveeureka.com/attractions/candleconcert

Fall Into Stillness & Sound
2025-11-15 18:00 - 2025-12-02 20:00 (America/Chicago) | YogaSix Bentonville, 1110 SE 28th St., Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
Take a peaceful pause with Yoga Nidra + Sound Bath as you move into this season of gratitude.
Join YogaSix Lead Instructor, Meg, as she guides you through this restorative practice blending Yoga Nidra and a soothing sound bath to quiet the mind, relax the body, and invite deep rest before the holiday.
Afterward, enjoy a cup of tea and a moment of calm connection.
Come as you are, no experience needed, just cozy up and fall into stillness.
Call or text us at (479)364-0298 for questions or more details!

Wild & Wacky Games
2025-11-16 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Ember & Root Enrichment Learning Community, 385 E Sunbridge Drive, Ste 2, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
2 hours of fun, wacky (and maybe a little messy) games.
Run errands, grab coffee, or take a well-deserved break while your kids have a blast!

Winter Break Wonders at Crystal Bridges
2025-11-20 - 2026-01-04 | AR
Step into a world of winter wonder at the museum!
This holiday break, unwrap a season full of creativity, curiosity, and festive fun for the whole family. From sparkling art projects and jolly performances to frosty gallery adventures and surprise visits from artists, performers, and athletes—there’s something exciting waiting every day!
Join us daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for hands-on winter fun, including artmaking, playful movement, storytelling, in-gallery experiences, and much more. Then head over to our galleries to check out Get in the Game and unleash your inner athlete.
Free, no tickets required.

Huntsville: Fall Holiday Market
2025-11-21 12:00 - 2025-11-22 14:00 (America/Chicago) | AR
Join us for the 3rd Annual Huntsville Holiday Market at the Bashams Building in historic downtown Huntsville!
The Huntsville lighting of the Square will take place Friday evening at 6pm. Come enjoy the music, kick off your holiday shopping, and join the festivities! Over 25 local vendors from NWA will have an array of arts, crafts, and goods for sale. An excellent time for finding a unique, perfect gift for those upcoming holidays!

Berryville: Christmas Gifts Galore Gift and Craft Show
2025-11-22 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | AR
Support the Carroll County Country Chicks EHC at their 11th Annual Gift Galore. You’ll find amazing, one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts for everyone on your list.

A Fine Finale: ESSA’s End-of-Year Studio Stroll
2025-11-22 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Eureka Springs School of the Arts, 15751 Hwy. 62 W., Eureka Springs, AR, 72632, United States
Celebrate the close of the year with A Fine Finale: ESSA’s End-of-Year Studio Stroll! Visitors are invited to explore the Eureka Springs School of the Arts campus, meet instructors and students, and experience art and fine craft in progress across multiple studios.
This month’s stroll highlights workshops in silversmithing with Mary Lou Christie, welded sculpture with Joe Malesky, and ceramics with Jessica Ames-Russell.
Enjoy an inspiring afternoon surrounded by creativity, community, and the joy of making.
RSVP on our Facebook Event page here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BYJ2LPSaw/
Learn more here: https://essa-art.org/events/studio-strolls/

Good Shepherd Humane Society’s Santa Paws Bash
2025-11-22 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Eureka Springs, 1303 CR 204, Eureka Springs, AR, 72632, United States
For over 50 years, Good Shepherd has been a cornerstone of our community, providing unparalleled care for pets and support for people. For 2025, we are on pace to place around 700 pets in loving homes, provide roughly 100,000 pounds of pet food to animal owners in need, vaccinate over 4,000 pets, and perform over 3,000 spay/neuters! Some highlights for this festive evening are: A delicious plated dinner (Beef, Chicken, Vegetarian/Pasta) Two drink tickets per guest Music & entertainment Over 100 items to choose from in our silent auction 50 / 50 Raffle, Jewelry Grab Bag, Holiday Market Great people and lots of socializing There are also blocks of rooms at the Inn of the Ozarks for Friday and Saturday nights at a low rate of $70 (plus tax and fees). Please help support us in our mission to provide compassionate care to dogs and cats while supporting the wellbeing of the pets and people in our community. Please help support Good Shepherd!

Holiday Hangout
2025-11-28 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | AR
Discover the Top of the Crest Holiday Hangout, a festive pop-up holiday bar at the Crescent Hotel. Starting November 28th, the rooftop transforms into a cozy seasonal spot with holiday drinks, food, and desserts that bring a little extra cheer to your evening. Whether you’re stopping by for a cocktail, a sweet treat, or just the atmosphere, it’s a one-of-a-kind way to celebrate the season.
Open daily from 4pm to 8pm, you’ll find the Holiday Hangout on the 4th Floor across from SkyBar and next to the Ghost Parlor.

Holiday Hangout
2025-11-28 16:00 - 2026-01-01 20:00 (America/Chicago) | The Crescent Hotel Rooftop

Drive-Through Light Display at the Great Passion Play
2025-11-28 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-28 17:00 - 2026-01-01 20:00 (America/Chicago) | The Great Passion Play, 935 Passion Play Road, 72632, United States
Experience Christmas from Thanksgiving night through January 1 with a by-donation drive-through light display with lights on from dark through 8:00 PM on Fridays through Sundays on the grounds of The Great Passion Play.
During the day, you can experience the Holy Land, Museums, and Backstage Tour! Advanced reservations are required. Purchase those tickets here.
Also, don’t miss the snow train village display in the Great Hall.
For more info visit www.greatpassionplay.org/christmas.

Wizards of Winter– A Fun Filled Event for the Whole Family
2025-11-28 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | The Auditorium, 36 S Main St, Eureka Springs, AR, 72632, United States
The Holidays come alive when The Wizards of Winter light up the stage at The Auditorium on Friday, Nov 28th. Featuring members who have performed with Classic Rock legends Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Def Leppard, Alice Cooper, and others, along with Broadway veterans, perform their holiday rock opera. The Christmas Dream. Join them on a musical journey in search of the meaning of Christmas. Experience the wonder; from rock and pop to ballads, snowball fights, beach balls, and even a visit from Mrs. Claus, this show offers something for everyone. Join the journey – let memories be made where the magic is real and make your Holiday season unforgettable.

Holiday Express Train Rides
2025-11-29 - 2025-12-20 | Arkansas & Missouri Railroad
The Holiday Express aboard the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad is a magical train ride that brings the spirit of the season to life! This festive journey takes passengers on a scenic trip through the beautiful Ozark Mountains while immersing them in holiday cheer. From the moment you step aboard the vintage railcars, you’ll be surrounded by twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the joyful sounds of Christmas music.
During the ride, guests can enjoy hot cocoa and holiday treats while listening to classic Christmas stories. Santa Claus himself makes a special appearance, greeting passengers, taking photos, and spreading holiday magic to children and adults alike. Whether you’re looking for a unique family tradition or a nostalgic holiday experience, the Holiday Express promises warm memories and seasonal joy for all ages.
Don’t miss this enchanting Christmas adventure on the rails—where the journey is just as magical as the destination! 🎄🚂✨

Downtown Springdale Holiday Lights
2025-11-29 - 2026-01-01 | Downtown Springdale
This winter, find your cozy in Springdale. Stroll under the glow of a 45-foot Christmas tree and candy cane archway in Walter Turnbow Park, and discover downtown shops and eateries filled with holiday charm.
