Water & Wheels

Dive Right In: To help you plan your next outdoor adventure, we put together a guide to some of the best swimming holes across the region.

Chasing Waterfalls: From bluff jumping and creekside hangouts to crystal-clear cold water, The Natural State offers plenty of ways to beat the heat this summer.

The free, open-to-the-public event runs 11a-3p at the Upper Ramble, featuring live music, food, kids’ activities, and a headlining performance by Arkansas native Avian Alia.

The celebration began on the University of Arkansas campus in 1996 under Dr. Lonnie Williams and has grown into a broader community gathering centered on African American culture in NWA.

Built for Every Journey: The latest Outback comes standard with Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, 8.7 inches of ground clearance, and upgraded EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, giving drivers added confidence whether they're commuting across town or heading off the beaten path.

Comfort Gets an Upgrade: Inside, drivers will find a roomier midsize cabin and a new 12.1-inch touchscreen designed to make every trip feel more connected and comfortable. The refreshed design delivers a premium experience while maintaining the versatility Outback drivers know and love.

New Friends: For the Dinner Club, attendees are paired with five people based on a personality test, enjoying dinner at a cool local restaurant before joining the rest of the club for an after-party drink.

Hyper-Growth: Over 40 people are moving to Northwest Arkansas each day, so the Dinner Club is a great opportunity to make new friends and build real human connections each month.

That’s Fair: The fair will bring four days of live music, carnival rides, and vendor booths for all ages to enjoy.

Unlimited Fun: Unlimited ride armbands are $30, with single tickets available at $1 each. Most rides will run 5-6 tickets per ride, making it easy to plan a budget-friendly day out with the family.

💔 Hadestown Had a Baby in Arkansas: Pull up a chair, literally. Eugene Onegin: A Bluegrass Musical puts you inside a picking party with a gut-punch love story at the center. Talented actor-musicians take you to 1940s Arkansas in T2's Season 20 finale. theatre2.org or 777.7477.*

🌞 Summer Reset Mode: School’s out, and it’s the perfect time to treat yourself. Stop by Paint Nail Bar in Rogers for non-toxic nail care, relaxing spa services, and a little pampering to help you ease into summer. Learn more HERE.*

🎨 Get Wild at Art Camp: Young artists can dive into an imaginative summer art camp series at Wild Brush Revival in Fayetteville, with Color Explosion throughout July, offering themed creative adventures for ages 4–13. Sign up HERE.*

🎻 Bats & Bluegrass: Follow the music, discover the bats, and leave with a full belly, a little more wonder, and a new favorite memory. The Bats & Bluegrass Festival is pure Ozarks magic. Join your friends in Cave Springs on Jun 20!*

🤖 AI in AR: Local Bentonville nonprofit, Heartland Forward, was selected by Anthropic part of a $150m non-profit fellowship program.

🛥 Toes in the clay: These are the best lakes in Arkansas according to Arkansas Outside.

🎆 Swing for a Cause: Catch the Naturals on June 19 and raise money for Play it Forward at the same time. $6 from every ticket bought through their link goes to the charity, with postgame fireworks to close. Buy by 11:59pm June 17.

🌊 Making Waves: Returning for its 8th year, is Startup Junkie’s Startup Crawl. Do yourself a favor and block off Sept 25 on your calendar for this event.

🚵 Spokes Up: Ozark Off-Road Cyclists are launching their inaugural Monumental Mayhem XC Race at Hobbs State Park this Sunday. Kids 14 and under ride free thanks to Adventure Subaru. Registration closes Friday.

👩‍💼 Standouts: And the Honorees are… Here are the 10 remarkable women leading the way in NWA business.

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📅 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.

Superior Automotive is seeking a Cloud Engineer.

Purpose Brands 414 is looking for a Warehouse Manager.