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Your Guide to Halloween Weekend Activities in NWA
Halloween weekend is almost here! Plenty of fall holiday fun will be happening around Northwest Arkansas from Friday, Oct 30, through Sunday, Nov 1.
Boo-ked for the Weekend: To help you plan the weekend, we put together a guide to Halloween events across Fayetteville, Rogers, Bentonville, Springdale, Tontitown, Eureka Springs, and beyond.
You're Fright Where You Belong: Expect activities for the whole family, plus options for a night out.
Read the full guide HERE.
Development
Possible New Park Coming to Fayetteville
The Fayetteville City Council unanimously approved a $7.6M purchase of 42 acres for a possible new park.
Room to Play: The land is at 4995 W. Wedington Drive, which is on the west side of town.
Fields of Dreams: Plans call for multi-use fields to meet growing demand for space to play football, ultimate frisbee, rugby, and more. The project is funded by the March 2026 bond, which provided $25.5M for parks and recreation.
Read the full story from KNWA HERE.
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Tree Lighting at Turnbow Park Returns to Springdale
The holiday season is almost here, and Downtown Springdale is ready to celebrate with its annual Tree Lighting at Turnbow Park on Saturday, Nov 21, from 4-7p!
A Festive Downtown Tradition: Hosted by Downtown Springdale Alliance and presented by the Tyson Family Foundation, this annual celebration brings families and friends together for an evening of holiday cheer, festive fun, and the lighting of the tree in the heart of downtown.
More Holiday Magic Ahead: The celebration kicks off a lineup of seasonal events, including the Rodeo of the Ozarks Christmas Parade on Saturday, Nov 28, La Posada on Saturday, Dec 5, and the International Hot Cocoa Crawl on Friday, Dec 11. From holiday traditions to sweet seasonal treats, there are plenty of ways to celebrate in Downtown Springdale, with many more events like this on the horizon.
Learn more about the tree lighting event HERE.
Events
Traveling Supper Club Lands At Bentonville Hangar
The Listening-Table, a traveling supper club, will land at Thaden Field in Bentonville next Thursday, Nov 5, at 6p.
A Seat at the Table: Guests can expect a handcrafted welcome cocktail or mocktail, a three-course dinner alongside paired wines, plus live music from Wyoming singer-songwriter Chancey Williams, guided conversation to help make friends, and an exclusive gift.
Let’s Go: The event theme is The Longest Ride. Seats are limited!
More information HERE.
Shopping
A New Hat Shop Has Opened in Fayetteville
A Fayetteville hat shop has a new home on College Avenue.
A Perfect Fit: Moon Ridge Hats and Heritage, which was previously Rafter M Hat Company, moved this month to 2852 North College Avenue, next to Basecamp Coffee and across the street from Shake’s Frozen Custard.
Top It Off: The shop carries brands like Stetson, Resistol, Goorin Bros, Seager, Pendleton, and more, and offers hat fittings, shaping, cleaning, and restoration. Hours are Wednesday-Saturday from 11a-6p.
Get an inside look at the shop HERE.
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🏀 Lady-backs in Action: Arkansas women’s basketball opens its 2026-27 season Monday, Nov 2, at 6:30p against New Orleans at Bud Walton Arena. After that, catch 10 more home games before the new year! Grab your tickets HERE.*
🦁 Cat Walk: Crimson, a three-legged cougar rescued in California, now lives at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs.
🚗 Show and Tell: Another Blacktop Sunday car show will be in Rogers on Sunday, Nov 1, from 8-11a.
🏨 Suite Dreams: Hotel Vin Rogers, the first-ever Marriott Autograph Collection hotel in Arkansas, celebrated its grand opening this week.
💃 Get in Line: Jim’s Razorback Pizza in Farmington will host a Community Line Dance Special Event on Saturday, Oct 31, at 6p.
🍎 Extra Credit: The Rogers Public Education Foundation will honor three people in the community for their contributions to the school district.
🥾 Creepin’ It Real: The OZ Trails Bike Park in Bella Vista will lead a Halloween Hike on Saturday morning, Oct 31, at 9:30a.
🎨 A Name to Frame: Several galleries in Crystal Bridges’ recent expansion were officially named. Learn what the names are HERE.
👻 Boo Pig Sooie: Wild Brush Revival will host a Halloween Tailgate in Downtown Fayetteville prior to the Razorback football game, happening Saturday, Oct 31, from 10a-1p.
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