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December 5Ks, International Dinners, and more!

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NWA Daily
December 03, 2024

It’s Giving Tuesday—a day to slow down from the holiday craze and Black Friday deals and be generous. Keep an eye out for an extra email from our team today with a few nonprofit highlights. In the meantime, you can search a directory of local nonprofits to rally behind HERE.

Together With

Buy or lease a new Subaru during the Share the Love event and $250 goes to your chosen charity. Adventure Subaru will give an extra $250 to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkoma and the NWA Women's Shelter. Routine service visits also earn $5 for local charities through Jan 2. 

Sports

Fayetteville Selected To Host 2025 & 2026 Cyclocross National Championships

USA Cycling recently announced that both the 2025 and 2026 USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships will be held in Fayetteville at Centennial Park. The 2025 event is set for Dec 11-14.

  • Cycling Through: The Cyclocross National Championships is a pinnacle event in American cycling, which showcases elite, collegiate, and amateur athletes competing for national titles. The 2024 Championship is being hosted in Louisville, KY, from Dec 12-15.

  • Tourism Boon: Each event is expected to bring over 2,000 athletes and spectators to Fayetteville, which will likely set records for the city’s tourism industry. While world-class athletes will be competing, non-championship races are also included on the schedule and open to the public.

What is Cyclocross? Learn more about the sport HERE.

Only One Month Left to See Time Loop by Klip Collective at Crystal Bridges

Don’t miss your chance to witness Time Loop by Klip Collective. The one-of-a-kind experience is in its final month at Crystal Bridges in Bentonville and will close on Jan 5.

  • Into The Woods: Klip Collective uses a unique combination of projection mapping, lighting, and sound design to create site-specific, immersive sensory experiences. Time Loop was designed exclusively for the museum's North Forest, transforming the rugged Ozark landscape into a never-before-seen journey across time and space.

  • Find The Light: Backed by a custom soundtrack, Time Loop features six immersive installations. Witness illuminations of the Earth's natural rhythms, see your reflection fractured across the surface of a broken time machine, and marvel at the movements of the forest in a landscape of light.

Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for youth 11-18. Kids 10 and under are free. Reserve your time HERE.

Events

Sips On The Bricks: Holiday Edition Returns To Downtown Rogers

Celebrate the season with a holiday-themed Sips on the Bricks in Downtown Rogers, featuring a costume contest, poker run, and a showcase of local shops this Saturday, Dec 7, from 4-7:30p.

  • Just A Sip: Downtown merchants will compete in a holiday drink contest, which the “sippers” can try as they shop. Vote for your favorites! The merchant with the best “sip” wins year-long bragging rights and a traveling trophy.

  • I’m All In: Participants will also receive a poker run card to complete as they visit the poker stops at various restaurants and shops with specials and deals exclusively for the event. At the end of the night, Ozark Beer Co. will host the After Party to announce the winners of the best sip, the poker run, and the costume contest.

Tickets are $25. Reserve yours HERE.

Celebrate the Season With Christmas Kaiseki at Bentoville

For the third year in a row, Bentoville proudly presents Christmas Kaiseki, a rare opportunity to experience the beauty of Japanese fine dining right here in Northwest Arkansas at Brightwater on Dec 6-7.

  • Unmatched Dining Experience: Crafted by Chef Shinichiro Takagi, a two-Michelin-starred chef from Kanazawa, Japan, the evening features a multi-course meal that highlights the seasonal harmony of ingredients, artistic presentation, and refined technique. Kaiseki, celebrated as the pinnacle of Japanese dining, is renowned for its meticulous attention to balance and detail.

  • A Taste of Japan in Arkansas: Guests will savor each dish while experiencing the artistry and traditions of kaiseki at our intimate chef’s counter. Whether you’re new to kaiseki or eager to deepen your appreciation, this is an unparalleled opportunity to explore Japanese culture and flavors without leaving Northwest Arkansas.

Seats are limited. Reserve your tickets HERE.

Events

Experience The World At The 1st Annual Holiday International Feast & Market

Join a festive celebration of global cuisine and shopping during the 1st Annual Holiday International Feast & Festival at the Record in Downtown Bentonville this Thursday, Dec 5, from 6-9p.

  • A Festive Feast: Indulge in international cuisines ranging from savory to sweet while exploring market stalls featuring handcrafted goods, artisanal products, and unique holiday gifts.

  • A Night of Culture: Enjoy live music and cultural performances that celebrate the rich diversity of Northwest Arkansas, making this event a must for foodies, shoppers, and families alike.

The event is free to attend, but RSVP to help them prepare HERE.

Events

December Races and Fun Runs Across Northwest Arkansas

Run, Run, Rudolph! Here’s a glance at some upcoming races and fun runs happening around Northwest Arkansas in December!

Find these events and more on our Events Calendar.

NWA Daily Picks

In other news…

  • 🐎 Giddy-Up Jingle Horse: Pick up your feet—audiences are falling for TheatreSquared's A Christmas Carol like snow on Christmas day! Snag great seats while you still can for T2's final run of this merry masterpiece. On stage and streaming through Dec 24.*

  • 💐 Festive Florals: Join Grateful Vase for its Christmas Party Fundraiser at The Garden Room in Fayetteville on Dec 14! Enjoy raffles, a DJ, kids’ activities, and treats while supporting their mission to deliver joy through floral donations. If you know someone in a long-term care facility, you know how Grateful Vase's free floral deliveries positively impact our local seniors!*

  • ❄️ Winter At Boulder: Get your child climbing during Boulders and Brews’ Kids Winter Climbing Camp. Whether they’re beginners or looking to improve their skills, this is the perfect way to keep them active over the holidays. The fall break session filled up fast, so get ahead of winter break, Dec 30-Jan 2, and register now.*

  • 😂 Laughable: Catch comedian Nate Bargatze on his 2025 Big Dumb Eyes World Tour at Walmart AMP on Saturday, May 17! Tickets go on sale Friday, Dec 6 at 10a.

  • 🍯 Sweet Treats: Looking for some good stocking stuffers? Check out this list of 5 Local Gifts That Won’t Miss for some delicious recommendations.

  • 🐯 Big Cats: Robbie’s Legacy, a new documentary filmed at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs, will premiere tonight on ZOOM at 7p.

  • 🍞 Baked: Great Harvest Bread Co. recently announced plans to open a franchise at 2401 SE J St in Bentonville.

  • 🍸 Dark Tales & Cocktails: Experience four chilling stories paired with themed cocktails in an immersive, one-of-a-kind event as the Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy pops up in Springdale this Saturday, Dec 7, from 12-1:30p.

  • 📈 Tax Trends: The most recent sales tax report shows the four largest cities in NWA brought in $9.8M in combined sales tax revenue in November, up 4.67% year-over-year.

  • 📣 Sponsor NWA Daily: Share your message with our growing community of 40,565 readers. Fill out this form or reply to this email to learn more about our advertising opportunities.

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NWA Founders | Lewis Chase

Join Cameron and Nick as they talk with Lewis Chase, one of the brains behind Feed and Folly, City Park, and the Guisinger. Learn the origins of these great Fayetteville eateries and hear his vision for food culture in NWA.

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