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Events

Square 2 Square Bike Ride Returns for 10th Year

The 10th Annual Square 2 Square community bike ride takes place this Saturday, Oct 11.

• Keep Calm & Pedal On: The start line opens at the Upper Ramble in Fayetteville from 7-9:30a, taking riders south to north for the first time in the event's history. The finish line at Sam's Club Home Office in Bentonville stays open until 2p to accommodate all riders.

• Shift Happens: The 30-mile route travels through Northwest Arkansas with pit stops set up at Lake Fayetteville, Downtown Springdale, Lowell, and Rogers, providing opportunities to stop, snack, and snap photos while moving towards the finish line.

Pedal into the details HERE.

Events

True Lit Writes Its Next Chapter At Fayetteville Public Library

True Lit returns to Fayetteville Public Library with seven days of literary activities planned, happening Saturday, Oct 11, through Friday, Oct 17.

• Rich History: The festival honors Northwest Arkansas's literary tradition, which has produced acclaimed authors, including R.L. Stine, Jack Gantos, and Jacqueline Woodson. The week-long celebration brings together local readers, writers, and literature enthusiasts through a series of events.

• The Week Is Booked: Enjoy programs designed for all ages and interests, such as playwriting and poetry workshops, author talks, story time, and literary-themed craft activities.

Read the full schedule HERE.

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Experience Neil Diamond’s Story Live On Stage

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical is lighting up Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville from Tuesday, Oct 14, to Sunday, Oct 19.

• Sweet Caroline: This jukebox musical is the closest you’ll get to a Neil Diamond concert, packed with iconic hits like “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline.” Created with Diamond himself, the show brings his inspiring story and unforgettable music to life.

• Bum, Bum, Bum: Tickets are available all week, but Saturday, Oct 18, at 8p has some of the best pricing. You can still score floor seats for under $50—a solid deal for a night this memorable.

Find performance times and ticket info HERE.

Events

Paint The Town To Turn Bentonville Square Into A Live Canvas

Paint The Town will transform the Bentonville Square into a giant art canvas this Sunday, Oct 12, from 12-4p.

• Powered By Paint: The free event invites artists to transform the Square into a live art experience through interactive activities and creative displays.

• Create Responsibly: Expect everything from paintings to sketches, plus chances to connect with the local art community, sit in on art seminars, enjoy live music & food trucks, and soak up Downtown Bentonville’s creative spirit.

All the details HERE.

Events

Breaking Jam To Dance Through Downtown Fayetteville

Breaking Habits is hosting its 20th Annual 2v2 Breaking Jam, happening this Saturday, Oct 11, from 1-6p.

• Step Up Fayetteville: Break dancers from Nashville, Kansas City, Atlanta, and beyond will gather in Downtown Fayetteville to compete for a $1,000 prize.

• Breakin’ It Down: Beyond the battles, the jam features cyphers, a DJ, MC, and opportunities to create graffiti, celebrating 20 years of the organization in the heart of Fayetteville.

Learn more HERE.

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In other news…

• 🎄79 Days: Now’s the perfect time to book your Christmas light installation! Skip the ladders and tangled lights this year, and call our friends at Elite Lighting NWA to get a free estimate on a full-service light install.*

• 💻 It’s Gonna Be iRight: Big firms overlook you, and one-man shops can’t scale. iRight supports small businesses across NWA with smart, reliable tech—cybersecurity, cloud, strategy, and helpdesk that just works. Predictable pricing, local support, and clear communication from a team built for businesses like yours.*

• 🎃 Pumpkin Bullseye: Take aim at Pumpkin Shootin’ Days on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 25–26, from 10a-5p at The Quiver Archery Range. It’s free for members and $20 for walk-ins. Come enjoy a little fall fun with flying arrows and pumpkins in your sights.*

• 🍂 Fall Into Eureka: Celebrate fall in Eureka Springs for its Autumn Get Together 2025 at the Basin Park Hotel and Crescent Hotel & Spa, happening Thursday, Nov 13, through Wednesday, Nov 19.

• 🚴 Train to Win: Cyclists can preview the new Big Sugar Classic route before race day using the ROUVY app, training on the exact terrain and even planning group rides.

• 📈 New Heights, Locally: The Rogers Lowell Chamber is hosting Level Up Local: Think Spanish and Grow Your Business on Thursday, Oct 9, from 8:30-9:30a.

• 🚵‍♂️ A New Way To Bike: See the latest updates to the OZ Trail Bike Park and its 2,600 ft mountain bike lift line, scheduled to open in the summer of 2026.

• 🪳 What’s That Smell? Learn how to mitigate the stench from stink bugs that have made their way to Northwest Arkansas at a higher rate than usual this fall.

• 📅 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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