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Weekend Roundup, Tinkerfest 2024, Women's Empowerment Summit, and more!

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NWA Daily
September 13, 2024

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Weekend Roundup

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

  • 🎺 Midnight Train To Bentonville: Multi-Grammy Award-winning artists Patti LaBelle and Gladys Knight are set to grace the stage together for a soul-stirring evening of classic hits on the Momentary Green in Bentonville this Friday, Sep 13, at 7p.

  • 🐗 Pigs On The Roof: Kick off your weekend at the largest outdoor sports bar in college football! Big Red’s Rooftop will be open this Friday, Sep 13, from 6-9p, featuring live music by The Bynum Project with Special Guest Razorback Women's Basketball Coach Mike Neighbors!

  • ⚾️ Homerun: The NWA Naturals will close out the 2024 season with a six-game series against the Arkansas Travelers at Arvest Ballpark in Springdale, featuring Post Game Fireworks on Friday and Saturday, and Family Sunday with a Kids Run The Bases, Sep 13-15.

  • 🦋 Float Like A Butterfly: Immerse yourself in local art at Downtown Springdale’s Art Walk, a 2-day event filled with free self-guided tours, exhibitions, and special events like the Art Walk Wine Crawl and the Monarch Flight Festival this weekend, Sep 13-14.

  • 🤠 Into the West: Crystal Bridges unveils its latest exhibit, Knowing The West, with an opening celebration and free western-themed festival this Saturday, Sep 14, from 11a-3p.

  • 🎺 The Scream: Join Conexion de Negocios Latinos for El Grito, a cultural extravaganza celebrating Mexico’s Independence Day and Hispanic Heritage Month filled with music, dance, delicious food, and the warmth of the Latino community at the Jones Center in Springdale this Friday, Sep 13, from 5-9p.

  • 🐗 Some Ol' Cold Beer: Arkansas Edge will host Brew Pig Sooie on the west lawn of Bud Walton Arena before the Razorback Football home opener against UAB this Saturday, Sep 14, from 11a-2:30p. Over 25 breweries will be featured!

  • 🫔 Hot Tamale: Raise money for local families during the 2024 Tamale Festival, featuring a tamale contest, live music, beer, a car show, and more at Ward Nail Park in Lowell this Saturday, Sep 14, from 10a-10p.

  • ⭐️ On Display: Celebrate our community's many cultures and small businesses during the NWA Community Showcase in Downtown Rogers on Saturday, September 14, from 10a-3p.

  • 🥨 Prost! Grab your lederhosen and head to Rendezvous Junction Brewing Co. in Rogers for the 2nd Annual Oktoberfest, including German-style beer releases, limited-edition glassware, food, live music, vendors, games, and more this Saturday, Sep 14, from 11a-11p.

  • 🌎️ All The World: The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks will celebrate the many cultures of the Northwest Arkansas community during the International Festival on Sunday, Sep 15, from 2-6p.

  • 🕵️ Whodunnit: Join Mount Sequoyah in Fayetteville for a rousing 1940s-themed Murder Mystery party and see if you can crack the case this Friday or Saturday, Sep 13-14, from 7:30-9p.

  • 🎃 It’s Fall Y’all: Fall Festival at McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard in Fayetteville kicks off this weekend, featuring a pumpkin patch, sunflower field, zip lines, hayrides, fall treats, and more from Sep 14 through Nov 3.

  • 🚲️ Custom Rides: Custom handmade bike builders will display their unique builds during the Master Bike Builder Show at 217 NE B St in Bentonville this Saturday and Sunday, Sep 14-15, from 9a-5p each day.

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

Events

Yeehaw! Crystal Bridges New Exhibit Sheds A Fresh Light On The American West

NWA Daily

This weekend, Crystal Bridges unveils its latest exhibit, Knowing The West: Visual Legacies of the American West, a showcase of the diverse groups who shaped the art and life of the West. Be the first to experience the exhibit during an Opening Celebration and Festival this Saturday, Sep 14, from 11a-3p.

  • The Westerns: Americans know the West in many ways, from Hollywood images to personal experience. Knowing the West invites us to look beyond the stereotypical scenes and witness works by Native American artists, women, and others who contributed to the way the West has captivated the world's imagination.

  • Saddle Up: Enjoy a free day of live music, hands-on artmaking, craft artisans, community partners, trick roper performances, a meet-and-greet with Rodeo Queen Ja’Dayia Kursh, a mini horse experience, and more! Hold onto your hats and get ready for an exciting weekend filled with fun and festivities.

Find a schedule of the festival’s activities HERE.

Celebrate Creativity, Curiosity, And Innovation During Tinkerfest At The Amazeum

Scott Family Amazeum

Put your tinkering caps on and get ready for some fun during Tinkerfest — the Amazeum’s celebration of tinkering, making, and creating on Saturday, Sep 21, from 10a-5p.

  • Make & Create: Tinkerfest brings together craftspeople, educators, artists, engineers, scientists, and technologists from diverse backgrounds to interact with families, promote creativity and curiosity, and support a community of makers.

  • Family Fun: Explore hands-on STEAM activities like bookbinding, car deconstruction, woodworking, metal manipulations, and more. Whether you’re a beginner or an avid tinkerer, come join the fun. There will be activities for all ages, providing the perfect event for families to play, connect, create, and make.

Get your tickets before they’re gone HERE.

Events

NextUp Hosts Women’s Empowerment Summit

NextUp Northwest Arkansas

The Northwest Arkansas chapter of NextUp invites the community to join the 2024 Walmart Women's Empowerment Summit presented by Kimberly-Clark at the Rogers Convention Center on Thursday, Sep 26.

  • Balance & Brilliance: This year's theme is "Navigating with Balance and Brilliance," exploring the transformative power of balancing personal and professional life with brilliance. The summit is the perfect opportunity to gain invaluable insights, forge powerful relationships, and chart your course toward personal and professional success.

  • Inspired & Empowered: Engage with industry experts, thought leaders, and renowned speakers, including The Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond, CEO of The Mom Complex Katherine Wintsch, Forbes 30 Under 30 award winner and CEO/Founder of Ox Charu Thomas, and many more!

Registration is open to all but discounted for NextUp members. Secure your spot while tickets last HERE.

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