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This weekend is packed with everything from live concerts and block parties to farmers markets, car shows, and even a hardware store with a magical twist. Whether you’re in the mood for music, family fun, or one-of-a-kind local finds, here’s your guide to what’s happening across Northwest Arkansas.
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👇 Here’s what’s happening across Northwest Arkansas:

In Today’s Issue:

• Where to Get Outdoors
• Something For All Ages
• Full Calendar of Events For All of NWA
• Upcoming Live Music

🌳 Where to Get Outdoors in NWA

• Coler Mountain Bike Preserve (Bentonville): Iconic trails, suspension bridge, and Airship Coffee tucked in the woods.
• Hobbs State Park (Rogers): 12,000 acres with lake views, hiking, and biking.
• Lake Atalanta (Rogers): Scenic loop trails and fishing near downtown.
• Kessler Mountain (Fayetteville): Rugged Ozark hikes with big-sky views.
• Crystal Bridges Trails (Bentonville): Miles of art-lined paths weaving through forest and water features.
• Tanyard Creek (Bella Vista): Easy waterfall hike, shaded and family-friendly.

FUN FOR ALL AGES

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303 3rd Ave SW, Gravette, AR 72736
(479) 787-5900
Hours: Mon–Sat 8 AM – 6 PM | Sun 12 PM – 5 PM

​Can Do Hardware is a true small-town treasure. You’ll find a well-stocked hardware section with paint, tools, and everyday essentials — plus nostalgic toys, candy, pop, and even a Harry Potter–inspired mini shop. Practical and playful, it’s uniquely Gravette.
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WEEKEND EVENTS​​
Catch The Fun

BENTONVILLE​
🕊️ Birding with Mitchell Pruitt at Crystal Bridges | Saturday, August 23rd (1–4 PM) | Learn birding basics from Ozark Bird Conservancy’s director. Free event, all ages welcome.
🎉 Bentonville Kids Rave at Lawrence Plaza Splash Park | Friday, August 23rd (5–8 PM) | A vibrant kid-friendly dance party with music, movement, and splashing fun for all ages.
🍻 Cold Beer, Hot Licks at Brothers Meethouse | Saturday, August 23rd (12 PM–10 PM) | Live music all day, $4 beer specials, BBQ, and great vibes in Bentonville.
🎶 Muscadine Bloodline at The Momentary | Saturday, August 23rd (8 PM) | Alabama-born country duo brings southern soul and storytelling to Live on the Green. Outdoor show, rain or shine.

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EUREKA SPRINGS​
🕵️‍♀️ Murder Mystery Weekend at the Crescent Hotel | August 22nd–24th (7 PM – 12 AM) | Step into an interactive crime story at the historic 1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa. Enjoy a weekend of clues, twists, and detective work alongside cocktail receptions, curated meals, and eerie elegance in Eureka Springs.
🚗 Eureka Springs VW Show at Inn of the Ozarks | Saturday, August 23rd (12 PM) | Annual car show featuring Volkswagens of all makes and models. Weekend events include a Friday welcome dinner and Sunday Tourcade.

FAYETTEVILLE​
🎡 Washington County Fair | August 19th–23rd | Arkansas’ largest county fair returns to Fayetteville with rides, games, food, and livestock shows. Gate entry: $5 cash / $7.50 card, kids 5 & under free. Special days: Wed – Students free until 3 PM; Thu – Seniors free until 5 PM.
🎉 Potter’s House Block Party | Sunday, August 24th (6–8 PM) | A free community event with carnival games, cotton candy, a dunk tank, and family-friendly fun at Potter’s House in Fayetteville.
📣 Sundays on the Square: Back-to-School Kickoff | Sunday, August 24th (12–4 PM) | Free community celebration in downtown Fayetteville featuring live performances (Lariat, Maud Crawford), a Razorback Athletics pep rally, food trucks, local shopping, and a 3 PM family-friendly bike ride with Bike Fayetteville.
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​ROGERS
​🥕 Rogers Farmers Market: Capes & Crowns Edition | Saturday, August 23rd (8 AM – 1 PM) | Kids in superhero and princess costumes can win prizes, meet live-action characters like Anna & Elsa, and enjoy photo ops while families shop fresh food and handmade goods.
🎶 National Park Radio at Railyard Live | Saturday, August 23rd (7:30 PM) | Ozark-based indie-folk duo brings soaring harmonies and heartfelt songwriting to downtown Rogers. Featuring The Sons of Otis Malone with high-energy bluegrass and fresh takes on the country canon.
🥫 Canning 101 at Rogers Public Library | Saturday, August 23rd (10 AM – 12 PM) | Learn the essentials of home canning fruits, vegetables, meats, pickles, and salsas in this hands-on class led by University of Arkansas Extension agents. Includes equipment display and Q&A.

SILOAM SPRINGS​
🛍️ Lawn Party Pop-Up Flea Market at Milling Around Marketplace | August 23rd–24th (7 AM - 5 PM| Two-day warehouse clean-out event in Siloam Springs featuring unique finds, vintage treasures, and local vendors.

SPRINGDALE​
🎭 Steel Magnolias by Theatre Collective of NWA | Saturday, August 23rd (7–9 PM) | Performed at The Medium in Fayetteville, this beloved play blends sharp Southern wit with heartfelt drama as Truvy’s beauty salon becomes the stage for laughter, love, and loss.
🌿 Adventure at the Nature Center with Girl Scouts | Saturday, August 23rd (11 AM – 2 PM) | Girls K–5 and their caregivers are invited for a scavenger hunt, s’mores craft, and bracelet-making while learning about the Girl Scout experience at the Springdale Nature Center.
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🍁 Full List of Events in NWA This Weekend​
🎶 Full List of NWA Live Music This Weekend​
⭐ Upcoming Events in Northwest Arkansas​

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​🎤 Upcoming Walmart AMP Summer Concerts – Rogers, AR

The Avett Brothers​
🗓️ Friday, August 22 • ⏰ 7:45 PM • 🎟️ Get Tickets​
​Train​
🗓️ Tuesday, August 26, 2025 • ⏰ 8:00 PM • 🎟️ Get Tickets​
​Jonas Brothers: JONAS20 Greetings From Your Hometown​
🗓️ Saturday, August 30, 2025 • ⏰ 7:30 PM • 🎟️ Get Tickets​
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