As the leaves change and drop, cozy sweaters replace T-shirts and shorts, and the crisp air makes summer feel like a distant memory, Fayetteville celebrates the season with holiday markets. These markets showcase the city’s progressive, sustainable culture with locally made arts, crafts, and food, plus secondhand goods like vintage clothing and collectibles — so you can fulfill all your gift-giving needs in one place. But even if you don’t buy anything, you’ll get to enjoy a festive atmosphere and connect with others (and, dare we say, this is what this time of year is all about?) Here are all the holiday markets you won’t want to miss.

Whether you just got done with a long day of work or are looking to stretch your legs on a Wednesday afternoon, there is always something to do around the Fayetteville Square. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the fantastic array of downtown Fayetteville shopping options located over a several-block span. Block Street offers over a dozen shops from luxe sustainable fashion to casual everyday wear, as well as a few bites to help you sustain your shopping stamina.  

Some people seek out bars and coffee shops to test the waters when visiting a new place, and others head straight for the local indie bookstore! There’s a familiar warmth when stepping into a bookstore while you’re away from home, and in Fayetteville, AR, those cozy feels are alive and well at Pearl’s Books.

We are beyond lucky to have a SUPER long list of women who make Fayetteville an amazing place, many of them entrepreneurs with small businesses that are now local staples. Supporting women-owned businesses is a great way to celebrate the wonderful women of Northwest Arkansas and all of their successes - all year long!

The semi-annual Black Owned Northwest Arkansas Business Expo has grown so much that it’s moving into a larger venue this year! Get ready to shop and celebrate Black Business Month at the Fayetteville Town Center on Saturday August 26th, 2023 from 5:00-9:00pm.

The award-winning Fayetteville Farmers Market - a perennial favorite of locals and visitors alike - is celebrating its golden anniversary this year! Commemorate 50 years of the most beloved farmers market in Northwest Arkansas with a stroll along Fayetteville's downtown square every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday through the end of the season.