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Happy Friday!

Colder weather is back —colder weather is back, but don't let that keep you inside

This weekend brings the Krewe du Rendezvous Mardi Gras Party in Rogers (all day Saturday), the CANWA Chinese New Year Gala in Fayetteville, and Bentonville’s Youth Maker Market at the Amazeum. You’ll also find live music, wine tastings, a murder mystery dinner, line dancing for a cause, auditions in Eureka Springs, and even a dog-friendly stargazing night.

Before you head out — I have some new videos for you.

🍕 The Cave on Main in Cave Springs is open and it is everything you would like it to be — take a look inside.
🍻🎱 Parlay on 8th in Bentonville at 8th Street Market is now open — sports bar energy with scratch kitchen and games.

Scroll down and plan your weekend.👇

In Today’s Issue:

• Highlighted Events For This Weekend
• Full Calendar of Events For All of NWA
• Videos That Will Make You Happy & Hungry

WEEKEND EVENTS
Catch The Fun

BENTONVILLE​
🐾✨ Paws & Stars Night | Fri, Feb 20 | 5–7 PM | Dog-friendly evening with crafts, activities, cozy hot drinks, and guided stargazing using professional telescopes. Hosted by Best Friends Pet Resource Center. 2-hour public event.
🛍️🎨 Youth Maker Market | Sat, Feb 21 | 10 AM–5 PM | Shop one-of-a-kind creations from local teen entrepreneurs at the Scott Family Amazeum (1009 Museum Way, Bentonville). Market sessions: 10:00 AM–12:30 PM & 2:30–5:00 PM. Included with general admission
🍺🎶 Beer & Hymns Sing-Along | Sun, Feb 22 | 5–7 PM | Community sing-along at Bike Rack Brewing Co. Presented by Greenwood Gearhart & the Beyond Us Foundation, raising funds for Essentials Outreach. Open to all — no tickets required.

EUREKA SPRINGS
​🎭✨ Cast & Crew Sign-Up + Auditions | Sun, Feb 22 | 2–3:30 PM | Open hiring event for the 2026 season at The Great Passion Play (935 Passion Play Rd, Eureka Springs). Seeking cast, crew, tour guides, drivers, food service, gift shop, tickets, maintenance, grounds, and more

FAYETTEVILLE
​🧧🎊 CANWA Chinese New Year Gala | Sat, Feb 21 | 4:30 PM | Annual Lunar New Year celebration hosted by the Chinese Association of Northwest Arkansas at 401 W Mountain St, Fayetteville. Traditional performances, cultural showcases, music, dance, and festive community gathering honoring Chinese heritage. ​
🕵️‍♀️🍽️ Murder Mystery Dinner | Sun, Feb 22 | 5:30–8 PM | Interactive mystery experience at The Golden Venue (2630 E Citizens Dr, Suite 20, Fayetteville). Enjoy a multi-course dinner by Chef Todd, two drinks, and a character role in the evening’s whodunit.

ROGERS
🦞🎭 Krewe du Rendezvous Mardi Gras Party| Sat, Feb 21 | 11 AM–11 PM | All-day Mardi Gras celebration at Rendezvous Junction Brewing Co. (2225 S Bellview Rd, Suite 101, Rogers). Crawfish and fixings by Delta Crawfish NWA — first come, first served. Costumes encouraged (green, purple, gold).

SILOAM SPRINGS
​🤠🎶 Line Dance to Save Lives | Sat, Feb 21 | 6–8 PM | Fundraiser hosted by the Siloam Springs Rotary Club with Into the Light at the Siloam Springs Community Building (110 S Mount Olive St, Siloam Springs). Proceeds support a transition shelter for human trafficking survivors.

SPRINGDALE​
🎻🎶 Old Time Fiddlers Weekend Jam - WinterFest | Fri–Sat, Feb 20–21 | 5–9 PM | Two days of music, workshops, and fellowship hosted by the Arkansas State Old Time Fiddlers Association – Northwest Chapter at Springdale Senior Center (823 E Emma Ave, Springdale). Fiddle & guitar workshops, Friday chili dinner, Saturday potluck, silent auction, and association meeting.
🍷🌿 Guided Tasting & Winery Tour | Sat, Feb 21 | 2:30 PM | Explore the winemaking process at Sassafras Springs Vineyard & Winery (6461 E Guy Terry Rd, Springdale). Includes guided tastings of award-winning wines, property tour, behind-the-scenes look at production, and a visit to The Cellars
🎤🌹 David Pomeranz Live in Arkansas – Dinner Concert | Sat, Feb 21 | Dinner 5 PM | Show 7 PM | Post-Valentine’s Gala at the Jones Center for Families (922 E. Emma Ave., Springdale). Hosted by the Filipino American Organization of Northwest Arkansas. Cocktail / Sunday’s Best attire. VIP $100 | General Admission $75 — dinner and show included.

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

🎥Latest Videos

🍻🍽️ 🎱Parlay on 8th - has opened in Bentonville at the 8th Street Market. It is an upscale sports bar and social venue - See it here.
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​🍕The Cave on Main has opened in Cave Springs! Watch to the see the inside and go visit for delicous fun and food. ​
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