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Happy Friday!
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A little rain is in the forecast this Memorial Day Weekend, but don't let that stop you — there is way too much good stuff happening across NWA to stay inside.

We've got the J Street Creations Ballet at Thaden, The Junk Ranch is back in Prairie Grove, a community picnic at Peel Museum celebrating America's 250th, a fascinating Ozark Healing Traditions workshop in Fayetteville, and free museum day at the Arkansas Air & Military Museum.

Oh — and if you like delicious Mexican food, check out this week's video of a top food truck in Northwest Arkansas. Taco Time is the real deal. Watch it here.​

Weekend Events
Catch The Fun

BENTONVILLE
​🐾 Spring Dog Days | Sat May 23 | 7:30 AM–1 PM | Bentonville Farmers Market | Bring your pups to the market for pet vendors, contests, photo ops, and a paw-some morning of activities for dogs and their people.
🧺 Community Picnic at Peel Museum | Sat May 24 | 11 AM–2 PM | Peel Museum & Botanical Garden | Celebrate America's 250th with picnic fare, sweet treats, and garden activities for all ages.
✈️ Wings & Wheels at Louise M. Thaden Field | Sat May 23 | 9 AM–12 PM | Louise M. Thaden Field, Bentonville | Cars, bikes, aircraft displays, stunt riders, live music, vendors, and a Discovery Flight Raffle — all at a brand new location for this fan-favorite series. Kids 12 & under free.

SPONSOR — NWA Ballet Theatre – J Street Creations - THIS WEEKEND

📅 May 23, 2026 | SAT 7PM
📍 Thaden Performing Arts Center, Bentonville, Arkansas
• Presented by NWA Ballet Theatre
• Features original works created, staged, and performed by NWABT dancers
• Performances range from classical ballet to contemporary dance
• Optional “Ask The Dancers” Q&A begins at 6PM before the show
• Reception following the performance

Learn more: NWA Ballet Theatre – J Street Creations​

EUREKA SPRINGS​
🎸 The Shandies Live at Gotahold Brewing | Sat May 23 | 5 PM–8 PM | Gotahold Brewing, Eureka Springs | Indie folk duo and 2025 Ozark Folk Festival Songwriting Contest winners bring story-driven songs and tight harmonies to the beer forest. No cover.
🌍 A Taste of the Republic of Georgia | Sat May 23 | 11 AM | Fire Om Earth Retreat Center, Eureka Springs | A unique cultural food and experience event celebrating the flavors and traditions of the Republic of Georgia.

FAYETTEVILLE​
🤠 Gone Country — 90s Country Night | Sat May 23 | Doors 7 PM, Music 8:30 PM | George's Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville | All your favorite 90s country hits live on stage — get your boots on and grab tickets before they're gone.
🌿 Ozark Healing Traditions Workshop | Sat May 23 | 1 PM | Ozark Folkways, Fayetteville | 6th-generation Ozark folklorist Brandon Weston leads a hands-on exploration of mountain herbalism, healing rituals, and charm bags — you'll craft your own Ozark charm bag to take home.
✈️ Free Museum Day | Sat May 23 | 9 AM–4 PM | Arkansas Air & Military Museum, Fayetteville | Free admission all day — a great chance to explore one of Arkansas's coolest collections of aircraft and military history. No excuse not to go!

SPONSOR — The Junk Ranch®Spring Show - THIS WEEKEND

ROGERS
​🌱 Plant Swap at Ozark Beer Company | Sun May 24 | 1 PM–4 PM | Ozark Beer Company, Rogers | Bring your healthy cuttings, seeds, or potted plants and trade with fellow plant lovers — plus Boujee Buns food truck on site. Free to participate.
🎸 Ladies First — Live Music Benefitting NWA Women's Shelter | Sat May 23 | 6 PM–11 PM | The Music Depot, Rogers | A night of live music hosted by Bobby Three Notes with multiple bands — all supporting the NWA Women's Shelter. Come out for a great cause and great music.
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​SILOAM SPRINGS​
🛒 Siloam Springs Farmers Market | Sat May 23 | 8 AM–12 PM | Memorial Park, Siloam Springs | Producers-only market with fresh pasture-raised meats, baked goods, local jams, and handmade artisan goods

SPRINGDALE​
💃 Baile in Bloom on the Terrace | Sat May 23 | 7 PM–11 PM | Toca Restaurant & Bar, Springdale | Free bachata lesson at 7 PM followed by social dancing on the rooftop terrace — great music, rooftop vibes, and dinner from one of NWA's best Mexican spots. No cover.

🍁 Full List of Events in NWA This Weekend​
🎶 Full List of NWA Live Music This Weekend​
⭐ Upcoming Events in Northwest Arkansas​

🤔 Always a Good Idea

🎨 Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — Bentonville
🏛️ Scott Family Amazeum — Bentonville
🌺 Botanical Garden of the Ozarks — Fayetteville
🚣 Lake Leatherwood — Eureka Springs
🏖️ Lake Atlanta — Rogers
🔨 Can Do Hardware — Gravette

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