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Events

8th Annual DuckRace Splashes Into Springdale’s Turnbow Park

Springdale Public Schools Education Foundation (SPSEF) is hosting its 8th Annual DuckRace at Turnbow Park in Springdale, Saturday, Sep 13, from 10a-12p.

• The Rules of the Race: To participate, purchase a duck, select a specific Springdale school or teacher you’d like to support financially, and watch to see if your duck finishes in the top 10 of the race.

• Duck, Duck, Goose: If your duck finishes in the top 10, then the school or teacher you earmarked will win a $1,000 grant to use during the year for materials or a project of their choosing.

Get your duck in the race HERE.

Arts & Culture

Time Loop at Crystal Bridges Opens Tonight

Time Loop by Klip Collective at Crystal Bridges officially opens tonight, Sep 3, and will run through early next year.

• What To Expect: The immersive outdoor experience blends light, sound, and cutting-edge projections to transform outdoor sections of Crystal Bridges into a journey through time and space.

• One Of A Kind: Designed specifically for the museum’s North Forest, Time Loop is open evenings, Wednesday through Saturday. General admission costs $25 for adults, $15 for youth, and is free for kids 10 and under.

See more details HERE.

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BITE Experience Restaurant Lineup Announced!

The full restaurant lineup has officially been revealed for the BITE Experience @ the LPGA, happening Sep 19-21 at Pinnacle Country Club during the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship presented by P&G.

• The Pie Hole: This year’s festival is bringing 35+ local eateries and brands to one delicious spot, offering unlimited tastings alongside premier golf views at the 16th hole.

• The Lineup: A few favorites on the list include Junto Sushi from Bentonville, Urban Cellar Winery from Fayetteville, Ashleigh Lounge from Rogers, Toca from Springdale, and more.

Find the full lineup on Instagram @BITENWA and secure your tickets at BITENWA.com 

P.S. Saturday tickets have already sold out. So move fast! You can also enter to win tickets to all three days via our Instagram.

Food & Drink

Fayetteville Square Gets New Ice Cream Shop

Folklore of Fayetteville has expanded with a sweet new addition, Folklore Ice Cream, which opened last month in Downtown Fayetteville.

• Ice Cream, You Scream: The ice cream shop joins the toy, gift, and candy store that debuted on the Fayetteville Square nearly a year ago.

• We All Scream For Ice Cream: Enjoy 16 ice cream flavors, including non-dairy options, 20 toppings, and a comfy seating area to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Get the full scoop from Fayetteville Flyer HERE.

Events

Experience Fall in the Ozarks on 37 North’s Train Ride & Hike Expeditions

Experience fall in the Ozarks during 37 North Expeditions Fall Foliage Train Rides and Hikes, kicking off Sep 13.

• Fall in the Ozarks: Begin with a 70-mile round-trip train ride that takes you through the Boston Mountain range and the Ozarks, then lace up for a guided 2.7-mile hike along Yellow Rock Trail, overlooking Lee Creek Valley.

• Lucky Number Seven: Seven trips are scheduled between Sep 13-Nov 15, each departing at 9a. Spots are limited, so grab your tickets before they’re gone!

Book your adventure HERE.

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In other news…

• 🗡️ One for the Road: It’s your last chance to catch Ken Ludwig’s The Three Musketeers at TheatreSquared! The final curtain falls this Sunday, Sep 7, so don’t miss your shot at swashbuckling action and witty fun in Downtown Fayetteville.*

• 🎄113 Days: Now’s the perfect time to book your Christmas light installation! Call our friends at Elite Lighting NWA to get a free estimate. If you mention NWA Daily and confirm your booking by Oct 1, you’ll get 15% off your installation.*

• 🚀 Built to Launch: Startup Crawl 2025 hits the Downtown Fayetteville Square on Friday, Sep 26, from 5–9p with a high-energy night of innovation, local brews, and live music. It’s free to attend, and drink tickets get you unlimited pours from regional breweries while you explore NWA’s startup scene.*

• 🦉 Workshop It: Join HootOwl Legal, a local law firm, for a free 1-hour educational workshop on Elder Law, this upcoming Monday, Sep 8, in Bella Vista.*

• 🛜 Tech Trends: Learn about the latest innovations shaping the future of retail at the Embark Retail Innovation Summit, Tuesday, Sep 16, from 9a-4p. Use code NWADaily25 to get 25% off tickets.

• ⚽️ Fall Fandom: We put together a guide for Razorback Sports this fall semester, including home games for football, soccer, volleyball, and more!

• ⛸️ Ice Ice Baby: The U of A Ice Hockey team opens its season at the Jones Center with a two-game series against ETBU this Friday, Sep 5, at 7:30p, followed by a second game on Saturday, Sep 6, at 3:15p

• 🍻 Back In The ‘Ole Days: Take a look at what Dickson Street in Fayetteville looked like in the 1950s.

• 🚘 52 Reasons: Planning a trip to Eureka Springs? Check out this list of 52 things to do in the historic mineral springs town.

• 📈 CORRECTION: Yesterday, we shared a link about NWA officially breaking the 600,000 population mark and being on track to hit 1M residents by 2025. And, of course, what we meant by that was 2050. 🤦‍♂️

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