📍 From First Friday to Folk Fest: What’s On in NWA”


Hey, it's Lynn –
From First Friday in Bentonville to the International Festival in Fayetteville, the Ozark Folk Festival in Eureka, Shrek Rave, and Rhea Lana’s Fall Event — this weekend in NWA is packed. 🎉 Plus, I’ve got fresh local videos and the full list of events so you don’t miss a thing.

👇 Here’s what’s happening across Northwest Arkansas:

In Today’s Issue:

  • Live Music Venues in NWA
  • Latest Videos
  • Full Calendar of Events For All of NWA

🎶 Live Music Venues in NWA
Bentonville: Meteor Guitar Gallery; The Momentary – Tower Bar
Fayetteville: George’s Majestic Lounge; Ozark Music Hall; Six Twelve
Rogers: Walmart AMP; Railyard Park & Butterfield Stage
Eureka Springs: Chelsea’s Corner Café & Bar; New Delhi Café
Siloam Springs: Cherokee Casino & Hotel West Siloam Springs

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BENTONVILLE
🦸 September Bentonville First Friday: Superhero City | Friday, Sept 5, 2025 (3–9 PM) | Free, family-friendly event on the Bentonville Square with a superhero-themed “Passport to Adventure.
🏃 Worst Race Ever 5k(ish)| Saturday, Sept 6, 2025 (7 AM) | Annual Run Bentonville race with twists, surprises & plenty of fun at Old Tiger Stadium Track. Visit runbentonville.com for details.
🎉 Autism Involves Me Community Event (AIMFest 2025) | Saturday, Sept 6, 2025 (10 AM) | Family-friendly day with games, inflatables, food trucks, sensory activities, silent auction & more. $5 admission at 1201 McCollum Rd, Bentonville.
🎶 Pancho Barraza – Live on the Green | Saturday, Sept 6, 2025 (7 PM) | Outdoor concert at The Momentary with the legendary Mexican singer-songwriter, part of the Live on the Green series on the Coca-Cola Stage.
🍎 Danger Dave’s Apple Festival | Sunday, Sept 7, 2025 (12 PM) | First annual celebration with apple pie contests, raffles, prizes & live music at 310 S Main St, Bentonville.

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EUREKA SPRINGS
🎶 78th Annual Original Ozark Folk Festival | Sept 4–6, 2025 | Historic Downtown Eureka Springs comes alive with one of the region’s longest-running music traditions.
🕺 80’s Dance Party | Friday, Sept 5, 2025 (6–9 PM) | Neon vibes, dance lessons, live performance, prizes for best outfits, plus Hotboxx Pizza & drinks at the Eureka Springs Community Center. $10 donation.
🚗 Eureka Springs Car Show – The Road is the Show | Sept 5–6, 2025 | Two days of chrome, curves & classic fun in historic Eureka Springs. Sunset cruise, parade, live music, bank robbery reenactment, and Saturday night drag on Van Buren.

FAYETTEVILLE
🎉 Shrek Rave | Saturday, Sept 6, 2025 (8 PM) | A swamp-fueled EDM party with Shrek-inspired outfits, wild visuals & meme-worthy moments at Ozark Music Hall.
🌍 International Festival at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks | Sunday, Sept 7, 2025 (2–6 PM) | Celebrate NWA’s diverse cultures with dance, music, global food, arts, crafts & community resources at the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks.

ROGERS
🧱 Rogers Farmers Market LEGO Day | Saturday, Sept 6, 2025 (8 AM–1 PM) | Family fun with a community LEGO project, chicken contest, donation station, local vendors & food at Rogers Farmers Market, 4211 S Champions Dr.
🚘 Blacktop Sunday | Sunday, Sept 7, 2025 (8–11 AM) | Free automotive gathering with supercars, classics, trucks, motorcycles & more plus free donuts, music & family-friendly vibes at 4204 S Pinnacle Hills Pkwy, Rogers.
🎉 Family Fun Day at Mt. Hebron Park | Sunday, Sept 7, 2025 (1–4 PM) | Free community event with food trucks, live DJ, interactive activities & youth t-shirts (while supplies last) at Mt. Hebron Park in Rogers.

SILOAM SPRINGS
🌽 Kids Day at the Siloam Springs Farmers Market | Saturday, Sept 13, 2025 (9 AM–12 PM) | POP Club for ages 3–12 with fun activities, tokens to shop, games, and chances to explore fresh fruits & veggies at 311 S Mt Olive St, Siloam Springs.

SPRINGDALE
🛍️ Rhea Lana’s Fall & Winter Consignment Event | Sept 4–13, 2025 | Shop 200,000+ high-quality items for kids, teens & families at the NWA Convention Center in Springdale. Save 60–90% off retail. Free admission & parking.

🌱 Native Plants from Seed Workshop | Saturday, Sept 6, 2025 (6 PM) | Learn how to collect, start & grow native plants from seed with hands-on instruction at 2474 W Pump Station Rd, Springdale. Free event.

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