This Weekend in NWA: Bikes, Blues & BBQ + Fall Festivals 🏍️🍂


Hey, it's Lynn –
I love fall in Northwest Arkansas—the weather, the events, and the little surprises along the way. This week I stopped into Can Do Hardware and made a video for you; it’s such a fun, unexpected place that always has something different to discover.

This weekend kicks off Bikes, Blues & BBQ, with Rogers as the hub and rides/events reaching into Eureka Springs, Fayetteville, and Springdale. On top of that, Bentonville has First Friday and the Big Diamond Comedy Festival, Fayetteville hosts Falltoberfest on Sunday, and Siloam Springs brings the Homegrown Festival.

Pumpkin patches and haunted houses are opening across NWA, and they’re always a fun way to mark the season. It’s one of the busiest weekends of fall—I will be out and about, if you see me, don’t be shy, come say hi.

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

In Today’s Issue:

  • 🍁 NWA Fall Attractions
  • 🎉 Highlighted Events for This Weekend
  • 🎥 Latest Videos
  • 📅 Full Calendar of Events for All of NWA

FALL EVENTS

👉 Explore NWA 2025 Pumpkin Patches Here
As crisp autumn air settles in, this guide highlights the best pumpkin patches in Northwest Arkansas. From Bentonville to Fayetteville and beyond, find hayrides, corn mazes, farm shops, and perfect pumpkins ready for picking—everything you need for festive fall memories. Here is a video of In The Pines Pumpkin Patch

👉 See the 2025 List of of NWA Haunted houses
Looking for Halloween chills? This article lists haunted houses and spooky attractions across Northwest Arkansas — about eight in total. From classic haunted trails to local ghost tours, it’s a roundup of where to find a seasonal scare.

WEEKEND EVENTS
Catch The Fun

BENTONVILLE
🎃 Bentonville First Friday: Haunted Holler | Fri, Oct 3, 2025, 3–9 PM | Bentonville Square | Free family-friendly festival with themed activities, live entertainment, food, and community fun presented by Downtown Bentonville Inc.
🚲 The Bend Bicycle Scavenger Hunt | Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 2 PM | The Bend NWA, 3604 NW Frontage Rd, Bentonville | $45 entry for 4 supports Pedal It Forward & Bella Vista Litter Patrol. Timed e-bike and regular bike rides, followed by an after-party with food, music, and vendors.
🎨 Crystal Bridges Art Fair | Sat–Sun, Oct 4–5, 2025, 10 AM–8 PM | Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, 600 Museum Way | National showcase of artists across multiple mediums, plus food trucks, live art demos, and culinary experiences. Free admission.

SPONSORED
✳️ BIG DIAMOND COMEDY FESTIVAL – 2nd YEAR ✳️ – OCTOBER 2–4, 2025
Bentonville’s own comedy festival brings 40 comedians, 14 shows, three nights of big laughs, and a giant party every evening.

📍 Location: Bentonville, Arkansas
🗓️ Dates: October 2–4, 2025
⏰ Time: Multiple showtimes each day (check schedule for venues and set times)
👉 Headliners: Matt McCusker (Matt & Shane's Secret Podcast, Netflix), Casey Rocket (Kill Tony), Adam Ferrara (Top Gear, Nurse Jackie, Rescue Me), and more
👉 Admission & More Info: Click here

EUREKA SPRINGS
🏍️ Bikes, Blues & BBQ – 25th Anniversary Rally | Wed–Sat, Oct 1–4, 2025 | Rogers - Eureka Springs | The nation’s largest charity motorcycle rally with rides, live music, BBQ contest, 70+ vendors, and family-friendly fun. Plan your rally now:

SPONSORED
✳️ HILLBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL ✳️ – OCTOBER 8–12, 2025 - NEXT WEEKEND
Celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Hillberry, the Harvest Moon Festival, with 5 nights of live music and camping. Enjoy two nights of Railroad Earth, plus multiple stages, workshops, activities, and food & craft vendors.
📍 The Farm – Campground & Events, Eureka Springs, AR
🗓️ October 8–12, 2025
👉 Admission: Tickets available online • Camping included with festival pass
Click Here For More Info:

FAYETTEVILLE
🎉 7hills Chill with the Hills Annual Fundraiser | Sun, Oct 5, 2025, 1–4 PM | 7hills Homeless Center, 4444 N Crossover Rd | Family-friendly celebration with kids’ zone (bouncy houses, pony rides, petting zoo, gaming truck), fish fry & chicken plates, auctions, and community fun.
🍂 Fayetteville Falltoberfest | Sun, Oct 5, 2025, 12–6 PM | Dickson St | Fall festival with multiple music stages, folk art showcase, craft beer & cocktails, German traditions, vendors, activities, and family fun. Free and open to all ages.

ROGERS
🏍️ Bikes, Blues & BBQ – 25th Anniversary Rally | Wed–Sat, Oct 1–4, 2025 | Downtown Rogers & Railyard Live | Family-friendly motorcycle rally with rides through the Ozarks, 70+ vendors, BBQ contest, live music, shopping, and more.

SILOAM SPRINGS
🌿 Homegrown Festival | Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 9 AM–5 PM | Main Street Siloam Springs | Locally handmade goods, curated vintage, food trucks, and live music.

SPRINGDALE
🌿 Plant Swap & Sale | Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 10 AM–2 PM | Bauhaus Biergarten & Casa Magnolia, 326 Holcomb St, Springdale | Free community event featuring plant swaps, unique cuttings, and handcrafted goods. Open to all; free to attend and set up.
🛼 Hallowscream Roller Derby Doubleheader | Sat, Oct 4, 2025, 2–7 PM | The Jones Center, 922 E Emma Ave, Springdale | $5 tickets online or at the door. Featuring Natural State Roller Derby vs Rolla Rockets, plus a costume mashup, halftime fun, and after party at Shirley’s Bar (21+).

SPONSORED
✳️ VINTAGE MARKET DAYS ✳️ OCTOBER 10–12, 2025 - NEXT WEEKEND
Shop 165+ vendors with vintage finds, handmade goods, seasonal décor, and boutique fashion. Enjoy food trucks, specialty treats, and live music across barns + outdoor spaces at the Benton County Fairgrounds.

📍 Benton County Fairgrounds, 7640 SW Regional Airport Blvd, Bentonville, AR
🗓️ Oct 10–12, 2025
⏰ Fri & Sat: 10 AM–5 PM (Early entry 9:30 AM) • Sun: 10 AM–4 PM
👉 Admission: $10 Fri/Sat • $5 Sun • Kids 12 & under FREE • Free re-entry all weekend
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