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Events

BBQ Takes Center Stage in Bentonville

Get ready for a hot start to your summer at the Bentonville BBQ Festival happening Saturday, May 31, from 12–4p at The Momentary.

• Masters of the pit: 10+ top pitmasters from across the country will serve up endless helpings of their signature barbecue until it’s gone—alongside cold drinks, live music, and family-friendly vibes (kids 10 and under get in free with purchase of a general admission ticket!).

• Legen-wait-for-it-dary: Explore three themed BBQ villages—Heritage, Lonestar, and Tomorrow-Q—and meet BBQ legends like Paula Disbrowe, David Olson, and Arkansas’s own Kat Robinson. All ticket proceeds benefit Hogs For The Cause, supporting families facing pediatric brain cancer.

Grab your tickets and check out all the saucy details HERE.

Events

Local Businesses to Compete for $2,500 in Pitch Competition

We’re teaming up with Startup Junkie to host The Service Business Pitch Contest, presented by Generations Bank, at TheatreSquared in Fayetteville tomorrow, May 29, from 6–9p.

• Contestants: Whether the businesses offer home services, commercial help, or tech-enabled solutions, this is their chance to shine and win big! They’ll have 60 seconds to pitch their business to a panel of expert judges. No slides, no props—just them and their idea. The winner will take home $2,500 to fuel their venture.

• Community: All are welcome to join us for a fun evening of networking with local founders, business leaders, and community members. Enjoy drinks, connect with other startup supporters, and vote for the People’s Choice Award winner, who will receive $750!

Sign up to attend HERE.

Sponsored by Peel Compton Foundation

Peel Compton Foundation Celebrates 150th Anniversary with Community Picnic

Peel Compton Foundation will celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Peel Home with a Community Picnic this Sunday, Jun 1, from 11:00a–2p. 

• Picnic + Play: The Peel Home, built in 1875, invites you to gather with friends, family, and neighbors in their gardens to learn more about Bentonville’s history while enjoying fun and festivities! Your ticket includes a complimentary lunch, traditional music and dance, a time capsule burial, and other engaging activities for all ages to enjoy.

• Celebrate History: A special celebration of history and community, the day includes interactive exhibits featuring blacksmithing, pottery, soap making, and more that bring the 1800s to life. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for kids 3-17, and free for kids 2 and younger.

Secure your spot and reserve your ticket to the event HERE.

Development

Downtown Springdale Welcomes Its First Hotel

Hotel Sundry, Downtown Springdale’s first hotel, officially broke ground last week in the heart of downtown on Emma Avenue.

• Big Plans on Emma: Slated to open in 2027, the 124-room boutique hotel will be part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection and will feature an Italian restaurant, café, and premium amenities—all just steps from the Razorback Greenway.

• Fueling Local Growth: As Downtown Springdale’s first hotel, this project is expected to boost tourism, support nearby businesses, and drive future investment in the city’s core.

Learn more about the project HERE.

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In other news…

• 🧑‍⚕️ Hometown Health: Who knew a local pharmacy could be so empowering? Medical Arts offers outstanding prescription care services, plus so much more. Check out their Diabetes Education and Smoking Cessation programs that are offered by experts who live in NWA. Call the pharmacy or drop in for a visit today!*

• 🍓 Jam Session: Learn to make silky panna cotta layered with strawberry jam and bake charming cornbread madeleines in a hands-on European Pastry Class led by Chef Miranda Kohout at Honeycomb Kitchen Shop in Downtown Rogers on Tuesday, Jun 3.*

• 🧹 Clean home, happy heart! If you need a deep clean or just need help cleaning your home on a regular basis, reach out to NWA Cleaners. Get a quote HERE.*

• 🪟 Window to the Past: Crystal Bridges just acquired a stunning 1917 stained-glass masterpiece by Tiffany Studios, Mountain Landscape (Root Memorial Window). After conservation, it’ll anchor the museum’s reimagined galleries opening in 2026.

• ☕ Brewing Soon in Highfill: Kaleidoscope Café is aiming for a soft opening on June 2, bringing handcrafted coffee and wholesome baked goods to 712 Highfill St. Expect house-made pastries, locally roasted coffee beans, and pickup ordering—plus a future wine menu in the works!

• 📅 Events Calendar: Find and post upcoming events in Northwest Arkansas on our Events Calendar.

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

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