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Events

Weekend Roundup

Happy Friday, Northwest Arkansas! Here's your Weekend Roundup:

• 💀 You’ve Got Ofrenda: The Community Creative Center in Fayetteville will host its free Día de los Muertos Celebration, including live dance performances, traditional food & drinks, and art-making activities this Friday, Nov 1, from 5-8p.

• 🧸 Toy Story: Explore the latest releases from Walmart during the annual Toyland at the Walmart Home Office in Bentonville this Friday, Nov 1, from 11a-7p.

• 🙃 Fail Forward: At SOAR Afterschool, kids are celebrated as they learn and try new things and face the fear of failure with confidence. Celebrate with this local nonprofit and impact-free afterschool for NWA Families during The Fundraiser that Doesn't Go Quite Right at the Ledger in Bentonville on Friday, Nov 1, at 6p.

• 💄 In Fashion: Northwest Arkansas Fashion Week, presented by local nonprofit INTERFORM, kicks off this weekend at the Fayetteville Public Library. It will feature engaging panel discussions, free educational programs, and runway shows on Friday and Saturday, Nov 1-2.

• 🚲️ Let’s Roll: Join Latinas en Bici for an unforgettable Día de Muertos Bike Ride fundraiser, with three route options to join and an afterparty at Luther George Park in Springdale this Saturday, Nov 2, at 11:30a.

• ⛵️ Island Birthday: Join Crystal Bridges and the Arkansas Coalition of Marshallese for The Big Marshallese Celebration this Saturday, Nov 2, from 11a-3p, honoring the cherished tradition of Kemem—the first birthday celebration in Marshallese culture.

• 🩰 Sounds Suite: Dive into the magical realm of The Nutcracker with the NWA Conservatory of Classical Ballet, performing the classic ballet at the Springdale Public Library this Saturday, Nov 2, at 10:30a.

• 🐎 Horses of Horror: Join Oak Grove Riding Club for its free Halloween Fun Day this Saturday, Nov 2, including a costume contest, food, and horse riding activities!

• 🔥 Fire Up The Smoker: Get ready for wood-fired and charcoal-finished barbecue, smoked bread, cold beer, and live music at Brothers Meethouse, Northwest Arkansas’s newest BBQ joint at SE 5th & SE E in Bentonville’s Market District. Join the Grand Opening festivities this weekend, Nov 2-3.

• 🦌 Deerly Beloved: Join Orthodox Farmhouse Brewery in Elkins this Sunday, Nov 3, from 2-5p for Season Opener: A Celebration of the Arkansas Whitetail, featuring live music by Riley McGill, wild game cooking demos with Chef Tyler Rogers of Stonebreaker & Mitchell Griffith, a keynote by Kyle Plunkett of The Ozarks Podcast, and more!

• 🛍️ Big On Local: Over 250 local artists, makers, and craftspeople will present unique art, handmade furniture, and more during the NWA Makers’ Market (The BIG One) at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Fayetteville on Sunday, Nov 3. There’s only one rule: EVERYTHING must be made locally by people in NWA!

Find events like these and more on our Events Calendar HERE.

Highlight

Bentonville’s Hillfolk Expands To Walmart With Ozark-Inspired Craft Kits

Hillfolk, a community-driven maker space in Bentonville, has taken a major step in its mission to make creativity accessible by launching a line of affordable craft kits in 1,500 Walmart stores nationwide.

• Empowering Community: A portion of the proceeds will support Hillfolk Craft Club, the company’s nonprofit initiative that provides free and affordable workshops and resources on platforms like TikTok and YouTube. Hillfolk’s commitment to inclusivity shines through as they uplift diverse voices in the crafting world, with a focus on education and community.

• Crafting Connection: The new craft kits cover a range of crafts, from weaving and needle felting to macrame and paper crafts, perfect for any age or skill level. Beyond the products, co-founders Bea Apple and Trisha Logan envision Hillfolk as a space where creativity and community flourish. “Our goal is to nurture grassroots artistry and foster a vibrant, diverse community,” said Logan.

Learn more about Hillfolk HERE.

Sponsored by Walton Arts Center

Get Into The Holiday Spirit With The Grinch At Walton Arts Center

The holiday magic of Whoville is coming to Northwest Arkansas as Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical takes the stage at Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville for eight performances from Nov 12-17.

• More Ways To Enjoy: The Thursday, Nov 14, matinee will be a sensory-friendly show designed to create a comfortable experience for those with sensitivities to loud sounds and bright lights. Theater-goers can also add on a Winter Nights Cocktail Class for evening performances on Nov 13, 14, and 15.

• A Heartwarming Classic: Hailed by The New York Times as “100 times better than any bedtime story,” this stage adaptation of the beloved classic is narrated by Max the Dog and features favorite songs like “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” among a stunning set inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original book.

Tickets range from $42 to $93. Reserve yours HERE.

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• 🌱 Foodie Day: Head to Mt. Sequoyah Retreat Center in Fayetteville on Nov 9 for a trio of tasty events by Sundrop Vegan Kitchen! Enjoy a Vegan Tamale class at 10:30a, a Sourdough Bread class at 2p, and a Vegan Dessert Bar at 6:30p. Classes will be held in the retreat center’s Young Lodge. Register HERE.*

• 🎥 Epic Journey: A new Arkansas PBS documentary called Passage premieres Nov 7, at 7p, following Fayetteville’s Adam Riley and Canadian Matty Clarke as they tackle a 2,200-mile adventure through the Northwest Passage in handmade rowboats.

• 🪲 Bugging Out: Explore live insect exhibits, engaging displays, and “cockroach races” during the 2024 Insect Festival at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Fayetteville on Tuesday, Nov 5, from 9a-4p.

• ⚡️ E-Bike Me: The next application period for Bentonville’s E-Bike Rebate Program opens next week on Monday, Nov 4, at 9a, and will stay open through Tuesday, Nov 12, at 10a.

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