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Send it South bike & music festival this weekend, pickleball training center coming to Springdale, artist meetups, parent-kid nights, and more!

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Events

New Bike and Music Festival Rolls Into Bentonville This Weekend

OZ Trailsā„¢ and the Momentary are bringing a brand-new bike and music festival called Send It South to Bentonville this weekend, Feb 7-9.

  • Epic Trails: From guided group rides led by local trail experts to a beer garden, vendor expo, and artful trailside experiences, this three-day festival is made for biking enthusiasts of all levels.

  • Awesome Tunes: Donā€™t miss live performances from artists like Wilderado, Dirtwire, stepmom, Susie Q, ROCKELLE, and more. Grab a 3-Day Festival Pass for the full experience, or snag a Saturday Music-Only Ticket to enjoy the stacked concert lineup.

Get your tickets today and join the fun HERE.

P.S. Respond to this email with ā€œSend It Southā€ for a chance to win a pair of Music Only tickets.

Development

Major Pickleball Complex Coming to Springdale

Big Dill Pickleball Club & Academy

A $50M pickleball development near I-49 and Elm Springs Rd in Springdale is set to break ground this spring, aiming to become one of the nationā€™s premier pickleball destinations.

  • Game-Changer: The Big Dill Pickleball Club & Academy will feature a 70,000-sq-ft indoor facility with 23 courts, a 900-seat center court, 30 outdoor courts, a pro shop, a restaurant, and more.

    The project is expected to attract 25,000-30,000 tourists annually.

  • Dink Dale: The facility will offer high-tech training tools, live-streaming capabilities, and commercial spaces for retail, dining, and entertainment. Future phases could even include multifamily housing to support players and visitors. Arkansas native and founder Reggie Brasfield is leading the vision, which is expected to open in early 2026.

Learn more about the development in Talk Business & Politics HERE.

Arts & Culture Monthly Spotlight

TheatreSquared in Fayetteville Lounge Area

TheatreSquared

Keep up with Northwest Arkansasā€™s vibrant arts & culture scene with the Arkansas Creative Calendar by CACHE. Here are a few events weā€™re excited about this February:

  • šŸŽ­ On Stage: Primary Trust, a heartwarming comedy and Pulitzer-winning play by Eboni Booth, runs at TheatreSquared from Jan 22 to Feb 23. Follow Kenneth, a bookstore worker whose life is upended after a layoff, leading to unexpected changes and new perspectives.

  • šŸŽ¶ Dog Pile: Psychedelic jam band Dogs in a Pile will bring its high-energy sound to Georgeā€™s Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville on Thursday, Feb 6, at 8:30 p.m.

  • šŸŽ­ Theatre & Wellness: Hear a panel of local leaders discuss how the arts can help combat loneliness at Acts of Healing: Theatre and Wellness in Dialogue at TheatreSquared in Fayetteville on Thursday, Feb 13, from 4-6:30p

  • šŸ“– Poetic Vibes: Share your work or simply enjoy the creative atmosphere during Poetry Night at Kava Bar Fayetteville on Wednesday, Feb 12, at 6pā€”happy hour drinks included!

  • šŸ˜‚ Comedy Night: Get ready to laugh with comedian Mike Paramore at the Faulkner Performing Arts Center on the U of A campus on Thursday, Feb 27, at 7:30p.

Find other events happening this month on the CACHE Creative Calendar.

Arts & Culture

Kick Off the 2025 Season of Table Talks with a Conversation on Creative Passion

The first Table Talks of 2025 will feature Alternative R&B artist Pura Coco and photographer Natalie Zeta at The Medium this Wednesday, Feb 5, from 6-8p.

  • Food For Thought: Table Talks is a monthly gathering at The Medium, a creative space in Downtown Springdale, where you can meet fellow creatives, get inspired, enjoy great food, and grow your community. The event is free, but registration is required due to limited seating!

  • Love What You Do: This monthā€™s conversation, Love ā€“ How do you build and maintain a love for what you do?, will feature Pura Coco, a local alternative R&B artist blending Latin roots with southern influences, and Fayetteville-based photographer Natalie Zeta, known for her raw, authentic storytelling. Susana Lopez, former owner of Los Alamos Market, will provide a delicious dinner.

Reserve your spot HERE.

Events

Parent-Kid Fun In Siloam Springs This Weekend

Siloam Springs Parks & Rec is hosting its annual Daddy-Daughter Dance this weekend, and Upward Ninja & Bouldering Gym is hosting a fun option for Moms and Sons!

  • Dancinā€™ With Dad: The Daddy-Daughter Dance will be held at the Community Building on Mt. Olive Rd., with one session on Friday, Feb 8, from 6:30-8:30p and two sessions on Saturday, Feb 9, from 3-5p or 6:30-8:30p. Tickets cost

    $20 for one dad and up to two daughters, $5 for each additional daughter.

  • Climbinā€™ With Mom: Coinciding with the dance, Upward Ninja & Bouldering Gym is hosting a Mother-Son Ninja Night on Friday and Saturday, from 7-8:30p. Tickets are $20 for the kid, and mom is free! Snacks and drinks are included.

NWA Daily Picks

In other newsā€¦

  • šŸ” Casting Call: A popular Bentonville Home Renovation show is currently casting! If you own an older home within 30 minutes of Benton County and have an existing $120K+ reno budget, you could be featured. Apply HERE.*

  • šŸ€ Hoopville: Weā€™re giving away 2 tickets to the Razorbacks Menā€™s Basketball matchup with No. 4 Alabama at Bud Walton Arena this Saturday, Feb 8, at 7p. Bounce over to our Instagram to enter!

  • šŸŽ¶ Out With A BAANG: The U of A Black Music Symposium returns this Friday, Feb 7, with a full day of lectures and a showstopping music lineup headlined by hip-hop artist BAANG. Hosted by the Arkansas Center for Black Music, all events are free and open to the public!

  • šŸŽ© Up Close Magic: Experience an evening of up-close illusions at Ozark Escape in Fayetteville with magician Joshua Stacy on Feb 11, 12, or 13, at 6:30p. There are only 10 seats per show, so reserve your spot before they disappear!

  • šŸ½ļø All Day, Every Day: The Restaurant at Stonebreaker is launching its all-day service starting today, offering brunch from 7:30a-1p, a bar menu from 1-5p, and dinner from 5-9p. Enjoy seasonal dishes, craft cocktails, and more at this new Fayetteville favorite.

  • šŸŽ¤ Comedy Royalty Alert: Fresh off a tour opening for Katt Williams, Tacarra Williams, aka "The Beautiful Beast," is bringing her bold and hilarious stand-up to Walton Arts Centerā€™s Starr Theater this Saturday, Feb 8, at 7:30p!

  • šŸ“… Events Calendar: Find and post upcoming events in Northwest Arkansas on our Events Calendar.

  • šŸ’¼ Job Board: Find exciting new job opportunities or find great candidates by posting your open positions on our Job Board.

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Monday Mixtape

What Weā€™re Listening To

2 local artists + 2 local podcasts worth tuning into this week!

  • šŸŽø Electric Rhythm: Get in your ā€˜80s vibes with Township, a Fayetteville-based indie-rock band that fuses nostalgic synth sounds with electrifying guitar riffs for a dynamic, modern twist on retro influences.

  • šŸŽ¤ Authentic Bars: Jasper Logan brings raw storytelling and smooth delivery to Northwest Arkansasā€™s hip-hop scene, fusing gospel roots with sharp lyricism and laid-back beats for a sound thatā€™s both introspective and energizing.

  • šŸŽ™ļø Talking Mental Health: In the latest I am Northwest Arkansas episode, Randy Wilburn chats with Tammy Michelle Perry, a mental health advocate with Rogers Public Schools and Orissa Health, to discuss the critical role of mental health in NWA.

  • šŸ¦‡ A Real Deep Dive: The Ozark Podcast explores the hidden wonders of an Ozark cave with karst expert Tom Aley of the Ozark Underground Laboratory. From rare wildlife to ancient bones, hear about the caveā€™s mysteries and its role in groundwater health.

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