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Events

Bikes, Blues & BBQ Rides Into Rogers

The 25th Annual Bikes, Blues & BBQ Rally fires up its engine in Rogers this Wednesday, Oct 1, through Saturday, Oct 4.

• Ride for Good: Around 400K people are expected to attend the largest charity motorcycle rally in the United States, which has raised over $3M for Northwest Arkansas nonprofits benefiting women, children, and underserved community members and driven an estimated $69-80M economic impact to the region.

• Full-Throttle Fun: Activities include live music from bands like Funk Factory and the Tom Bryant Band, mapped rides, the Frisco Inferno BBQ Contest, bike games, and vendor markets, creating a festival that combines motorcycle culture with live entertainment and competitive barbecue.

See the full schedule HERE.

Events

TEDxFayetteville Announces Speakers For First Event In 5 Years

TEDxFayetteville announced the speaker list for its event at Fayetteville Public Library this Saturday, Oct 4, returning for the first time since 2020.

• Back & Better: This year’s theme, REmember, REturn, REvive, explores resiliency and community, reflecting on lessons learned since the 2020 pandemic. The event marks a significant return for the local TED franchise after a five-year absence.

• Quick Hitters: 12 speakers from Northwest Arkansas and beyond will share big ideas in tech, culture, innovation, personal growth, and social impact in under 18 minutes each, delivering quick insights across diverse topics in one afternoon.

Snag tickets HERE.

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Top Chef NWA to Host a Flavor Showdown at the Walmart AMP

The countdown is on for Top Chef NWA 2025, taking place on Oct 25 at 6:30p at the Walmart AMP!

• Yes, Chef! This premier culinary competition brings together four standout chefs, each going head-to-head with bold, flavorful dishes designed to impress. Judges will select the Top Chef NWA winner, while attendees help choose the coveted crowd favorite.

• Tastes Good, Does Better: Guests will enjoy an interactive evening featuring gourmet dishes, passed plates, signature cocktails, decadent desserts, and more. General Admission includes four chef-prepared dishes, while VIP tickets elevate the experience with specialty food and drink pairings, exclusive gifts, and premium perks. Every ticket supports the Rogers Public Library’s literacy and education programs, so this event tastes good and does better.

Get your tickets HERE.

Travel

Innovative Play Space To Open In XNA

Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport and Amazeum have partnered to create an innovative play space in the airport.

• Roger, Roger: The $250K project transforms a former moving walkway into a play area for children and families to relax during their travels, bringing hands-on learning to travelers from around the world.

• Cleared for Takeoff: The play area features an air traffic control tower for kids, early learning zones for toddlers, and engaging science-based experiences for all ages.

Read more from KNWA HERE.

Development

New Walmart Supercenter Planned for Centerton

A Walmart Supercenter will be built in Centerton following a majority vote from the city’s planning commission.

• Super Big News: The 179K square-foot location will sit on 33 acres of land, with plans for a gas station and nearly 800 parking spaces, as well as improvements to thru streets nearby to accommodate increased traffic.

• Two Is Better Than One: The Supercenter will add a second Walmart to Centerton, providing job opportunities, enhancing infrastructure, and meeting shopping demands for one of Arkansas’s fastest-growing cities.

Read the full story from KNWA HERE.

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• 🍂 Fairly Fall: Check out art & craft fairs happening around Northwest Arkansas this fall.

• 🏈 New Coach On The Hill: Bobby Petrino takes over the University of Arkansas football program as its interim head coach following Pittman and the university parting ways.

• 🛼 A Scary Skate Sesh: Natural State Roller Derby skates into the Jones Center Saturday, Oct 4, from 2-7p for its Hallowscream doubleheader event.

• 👕 Now Open For Business: Gearhead Outfitters is set to officially open a new location at Walmart’s new headquarters in Bentonville, with a weekend full of celebration planned.

• 🛣️ Rivers & Roads: The Head & The Heart hits the Ozark Music Hall stage with Hurray for the Riff Raff on Sunday, Oct 5, at 7p.

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

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