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Buffington Homes is hosting a Luxury Home Tour from Sep 13–21, and visiting all five model homes could win you a $12,000 Disney vacation, a Branson getaway, or a staycation at 21c in Bentonville. Free coffee and food trucks will be on site Saturday, Sep 13 and 20, from 10a–3p! Find more details and enter HERE.

Events

Rivercrest Orchard’s Fall Festival Returns To Fayetteville

Rivercrest Fall Festival is back in Fayetteville, Sep 13-Nov 1, with fun at the farm for the whole family.

• Pumpkinland: Every fall, Rivercrest Orchard transforms into a pumpkin wonderland. Whether you're after cozy photo ops or hands-on adventures, there’s something for everyone. And plenty of fall treats to sweeten the day.

• Join the Fun: This year’s festival features a pumpkin patch, giant corn maze, sunflower field (while it lasts), hayrides, bounce pillows, paintball, trackless train rides, and more.

Snag details HERE.

Arts & Culture

Crystal Bridges Announces Opening Date of 114K Sqft Expansion

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art has announced that a grand opening of its expansion project will take place June 6-7, 2026.

• Bigger & Better: The project will increase the building size by 50 percent, adding 114K sq ft of galleries, studios, dining options, event space, and more to the space.

• New Look, New Art: The museum remains open during construction, though most galleries will see a reinstallation of art as the collection continues to grow.

Learn more HERE.

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Events

Sunday On The Square Kicks Off Arkansas Music Week

Downtown Fayetteville’s Sunday on the Square is back this Sunday, Sep 14, from 12-4p.

• Tunes-Day: This free, family-friendly event kicks off Arkansas Music Week with performances from surf-rock group Malibu Moon, Nashville singer-songwriter Tristen, and punk band Stepmom.

• Support Local Music: Around the square, browse the Rock & Roll Yard Sale, where local artists will sell merch, used instruments, and music, while enjoying food trucks and downtown eats.

Get full event details HERE.

Business

Upskill NWA Opens Doors to Local High-Paying Jobs

Upskill NWA, a national award-winning program connecting residents to high-paying local jobs, has launched a new application cycle for 2025 and beyond.

• Proven Impact: So far, the program boasts a 90 percent job placement rate in Northwest Arkansas with a $33K average increase in household income for graduates, all through access to training, education, and support services.

• Apply Today: The application portal is now open for spring, summer, and fall 2026 semesters, offering more opportunities for people in the region to start their career journey on a flexible timeline.

Apply HERE.

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In other news…

• 📈 One in a Million: Northwest Arkansas is on track to reach one million people by 2050, and planning for that growth starts now. The Growing Home NWA Roadshow begins Tuesday, Sep 17, to gather community input through public sessions and a regional survey. Make your voice heard HERE.*

• 🎄105 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.*

• ↗️ CPG Party: Embark Summit kicks off Tuesday, Sep 16, at the Momentary with a powerhouse lineup of CPG leaders, including Jesse Itzler and Stephanie Stuckey. Stick around for after-hours networking, live music, and curated hangouts near Downtown Bentonville. Use code NWADaily25 for 25% off GA tickets when you register HERE.*

• 🐗 Head Hog Sighting: U of A head basketball coach John Calipari will be at Fayetteville’s Walmart Supercenter Friday, Sep 12, from 5-6p, to meet, take photos, and sign autographs for the first 100 guests at the ESPN pop-up inside the store.

• 🎨 A Good Thursday Night: Art on the Bricks returns to Downtown Rogers with live music, local vendors, good eats, and plenty of art, happening tonight, Sep 11, from 4:30-7:30p.

• 🎸 Easy Pickin’s: Grab a stringed instrument and join the community tradition Pickin’ on the Square in Downtown Bentonville tonight, Sep 11, from 6-9p.

• 🧹 Fall Cleaning: Help tidy up Lake Fayetteville ahead of the season at the 2025 Lake Fayetteville Fall Cleanup, taking place this Saturday, Sep 13, from 8:30-11:30a.

• 🧵 A Stitchin’ Good Time: A Northwest Arkansas sewing group is on a mission to create community and empower healing one sewn quilt at a time.

• 📅 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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