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Fayetteville Falltoberfest Coming To Dickson Street

Fayetteville Falltoberfest takes over Downtown on Sunday, Oct 5, from 12-6p, with a full day of music, drinks, and fall fun.

• Block(s) Party: Seven blocks of Dickson Street will be closed for vendors and multiple live-music stages, with performances at Puritan Coffee & Beer and George’s Majestic Lounge.

• Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit: Sip local brews, fall-themed cocktails, or mocktails from local mixologists while enjoying live music, folk art, German traditions, local vendors, hands-on activities, a Starlight Skatium pop-up, and much more!

Find event details HERE.

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SHIFT’25 Set to Shape the Bike Industry in Bentonville

SHIFT’25, a premier bike industry event, rolls into Bentonville from Wednesday, Oct 15, through Friday, Oct 17.

• Shifting Gears: Top cycling leaders will gather across town to collaborate and tackle industry topics like tariff relief and evolving consumer trends.

• Bike Bentonville: Expect to network with innovators, ride world-class trails, and join casual conversations on the biggest opportunities and challenges in biking.

Register HERE.

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Elevate Your Leadership Potential During the 7th Annual C3 Summit

Grow your impact and connect with local changemakers at the 7th Annual C3 Summit at the Fayetteville Public Library on Wednesday, Oct 29.

• Celebrate, Connect, Capacity Build: Hosted by Hark at Excellerate Foundation, the C3 Summit gathers Northwest Arkansas leaders, from nonprofits, businesses, boards, and beyond, for a full day of reflection, networking, and skill-building that fuels lasting community change.

• Can’t Miss Keynote: This year’s featured speaker is Dr. Sandra Ford of BFT Consulting, a nationally recognized expert in health equity and social determinants of health. Plus, don't miss the reveal of the 2025 Hark Impact Award winner.

Reserve your free spot for the C3 Summit HERE.

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$500M Water Infrastructure Expansion Planned By Beaver Water District

The Beaver Water District (BWD) is undertaking a $500M infrastructure expansion to meet the region’s rising demand.

• Keeping NWA Hydrated: From 2020 to 2024, BWD water sales climbed 33.6%, with Bentonville posting the highest growth at 7.315 trillion gallons sold in 2024, up 65.2% since 2020.

• A Project Pipeline: 10 projects are planned through 2030 to keep pace with Northwest Arkansas’s rapid population growth.

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Find Your Next Read at NWA Book Fest in Downtown Bentonville

The 3rd annual NWA Book Fest takes place at the Ledger in Downtown Bentonville this Saturday, Sep 27, from 10a-7p, and Sunday, Sep 28, from 10a-6p.

• The Agenda: Day one will feature panel discussions, author readings, workshops, a local market, an open mic, and book bingo, all with an adult twist. Day two shifts focus to children with story time, author readings, crafts & games, and kid-centric workshops.

• By Its Cover: This free event plays a vital role in Northwest Arkansas’ literary ecosystem, providing opportunities for Arkansas authors to connect with the local community. The first 1,000 attendees will receive a free children’s book as a bonus!

Read the full schedule HERE.

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In other news…

• 🌳 Tree-mendous: The Dr. Compton Native Tree & Plant Sale kicks off tomorrow with 56+ varieties of trees, shrubs, vines, and grasses grown by local horticulture pros. Swing by Compton Gardens in Bentonville from Sept 24-27. No reservations needed, just show up and dig in!*

• 🎭 Dish Duty & Destiny: Malcolm X and Redd Foxx Washing Dishes at Jimmy’s Chicken Shack in Harlem hits the stage at TheatreSquared from Wednesday, Oct 1, to Sunday, Oct 26. This world premiere traces two legends-in-the-making through humor, heartbreak, and history. Don’t miss the pre-show chat on Oct 1 at 6p!*

• ⚽️ Brewskis on the Pitch: On Sunday, Oct 5, Brew Pig Sooie takes place at Razorback Field as the Ladybacks take on Mississippi State. From 3:30-6p, $30 gets you unlimited sample pours from 15+ breweries, a souvenir cup, food trucks, and a live DJ.*

• 🎄93 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.*

• 🏀 October Madness: For the first time in over 10 years, the University of Arkansas basketball team will host Primetime in the Palace to tip off the 2025-2026 season, happening at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville on Friday, Oct 3, at 8p.*

• 🍪 Crumbs of the Past: Sample 12 historic cookie recipes at the Bella Vista Historical Museum’s Cookie Tasting and Bake Sale on Sunday, Sept 28, from 12–4p! It’s free, family-friendly, and proceeds from goodies (and Agatha's Table Jams) support the museum.*

• 🎸 Surefire: Wilderado will be at Ozark Music Hall in Fayetteville this Wednesday, Sep 24, starting at 7p.

• 💯 Report Card: The Arkansas Department of Education just released letter grades for every school in the state. See where yours stands.

• 🦇 I’m Batman: Wild Birds Unlimited is hosting a Brown Bat release at the Illinois River Watershed Cave in Cave Springs tonight, Sep 23, at 6:30p.

• 🎨 Makin’ Mini Memories: Mini Makers is hosting two events this week for children who love to craft. The first is in Rogers on Tuesday, Sep 23, from 11a-12p, and the second is in Bentonville on Thursday, Sep 25, from 10:30a-11:30a.

• 😄 I’ll Take A Side of Friendship: Hang out at For The Love’s Neighbor Night in Rogers, tonight, Sep 23, from 5:30-6:30p for a free meal and a healthy serving of connection.

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

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