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2050: Party Like the World's on Fire

04/26/2025 4:00 pm
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Get ready to party like the world’s on fire! 2050 is back on Saturday, April 26 at @mountsequoyah

"2050: Party Like the World's on Fire" is an annual sustainable benefit concert, art exhibition, and upcycled market focused on education and volunteer action in Northwest Arkansas. Occurring on April 26th, 2050 acts as an accessible youth-focused reclamation of Earth Month that prioritizes intersectionality and environmental justice. Everybody is welcome!
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Phantasma in the Ramble - POSTPONED

04/26/2025 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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UPDATE:  DUE TO EXPECTED INCLEMENT WEATHER, PHANTASMA HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 9-11, 2025.

Phantasma will create a world of wonder for all ages on THURSDAY and FRIDAY NIGHT, April 24 and 25. This multi-sensory installation is free to join, but we ask that you reserve your spot at your preferred time.

During your dedicated hour-long experience, you'll enjoy a mesmerizing laser light show and dance along with a silent disco surrounded by the beauty of the Lower Ramble. Three DJs curated by Her Set Her Sound will be on three different channels for you to choose a variety of sounds to dance to while the lights move around you. Headphones are provided, but not necessary to enjoy the light show and music.

Food and drink will be available for purchase at the Lower Ramble entrance on West Ave. You can also utilize the City's Open Refreshment Area (ORA) and grab an adult beverage at a nearby business beforehand to take with you to enjoy. 

AND NEW THIS YEAR!! On Saturday, April 26th, the lasers and DJs will move to the newly completed Upper Ramble for a totally different Phantasmic experience. This Glow Party will be from 7 to 10pm and is also free for all ages to participate. A lineup of DJs will be playing during the evening with dance music for everyone to enjoy under the flashing laser light show. No reservations required, open to all!

Don't miss out on this FREE event in the heart of the city brought to you by Downtown Fayetteville Coalition and the City of Fayetteville Arts & Culture. The Ramble is fully accessible and all ages are invited to join!

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Sundays on the Square

04/27/2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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First Thursdays has changed to Sundays on the Square!

Join us for a Sunday afternoon celebrating our Fayetteville community and culture. From a variety of talented performances to delicious food and drinks, there’s something for everyone at this FREE and all ages event.

MUSICAL PERFORMANCES: Sicard Hollow; The Burson-Harris Combo: Jazz Group featuring local favorite Claudia Burson on piano, Ben Harris on guitar, Jim Greeson on bass, and Steve Wilkes on drums

SPECIAL GUESTS: Bubble Art by Ozark Cirque, Live Art by Riley McGill, Theater Squared, Walton Arts Center, Community Creative Center, and City of Fayetteville's Depts of Parks & Rec and Recycling and Trash.

FOOD AND SHOPPING: Have lunch at a nearby restaurant or enjoy a picnic with one of the food trucks. Shop in our local boutiques and the pop-up art market. Plus, grab a drink at a nearby bar or restaurant and enjoy it to-go thanks to the Outdoor Refreshment Area (ORA)!
Don't miss out on this exciting new tradition in downtown Fayetteville. We'll see you there!

Sundays on the Square is presented by Experience Fayetteville and organized by Downtown Fayetteville Coalition.

Dates:

Sunday, March 30th
Sunday, April 27th
Sunday, August 24th
Sunday, September 14th
Sun, November 2nd – Rain Date

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4th Annual Arkansas Pottery Festival

05/02/2025 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Every Day until 05/03/2025

The Arkansas Pottery Festival returns for a fourth year to the Community Creative Center in downtown Fayetteville, the first weekend of May.

This annual event packs all things pottery into a 3-day weekend full of demonstrations, presentations, showcases, and sales - all of which is free and open to the public.

This exciting 3 day weekend will include pottery demonstrations and lectures by nationally recognized artists Brad Schwieger and Lorna Meaden on Friday and Saturday, an exhibition and pottery sale of over 50 potters from around the region, as well as a display of Masterworks from Private Collections. Saturday night, Kingfish Bar will be hosting the Potters After Party with a live band. Vendor booths will include the Clay Bank, the Museum of Native American History and the Arkansas Archeological Survey.

Locals love the handmade flowerpot fundraiser, with a wide selection of affordable handmade planters and locally grown plants. Get there early to purchase the perfect handmade planter, planted with a beautiful, complimentary flowering plant. A perfect Mother’s Day Gift!

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Spring Pickin' Days

05/02/2025 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Every Day until 05/03/2025

Get ready to pick out unique finds, pick up some delicious eats, and pick along to live bluegrass tunes at Spring Pickin' Days presented by Heart of the Ozarks Craft Fair Inc,!

We have a variety of vendors from crafters, boutique clothing, antiques, and vintage. Along with our vendors we have food trucks, live music, petting zoo and family fun zone.

There is sure to be something for everyone in your family to enjoy.

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Big Paws Block Party

05/02/2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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We are thrilled to announce the return of our Big Paws Block Party! We're joining up with our neighbors to throw one heck of a block party! Swing by and enjoy craft beer, cocktails, and food truck cuisine for a good cause. We'll also have music, games, tie dye, and a silent auction!

Tickets are encouraged to help us get a head count for this event. While free, we do strongly suggest a donation to help us raise funds to continue to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs in our NWA community.

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Weekend Starts Series

05/02/2025 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Every Week until 06/28/2025

An art-infused series of Friday evening “compact creativity festivals” that will take place in the Ramble. Kick off the weekend with a burst of creativity and fun! The WEST series is being held in conjunction with the University of Arkansas Department of Music.

Music performers will celebrate the musical diversity found at the university. Concerts will feature jazz trios, Brazilian and Afro-Cuban music, Ozark ballads, classical ensembles, rock songs, medieval music and more!

Attendees can expect a lively atmosphere where they can unwind after a busy work week, enjoy strolling through the beautiful natural area and engage with their local arts community.

Bring a picnic blanket or lawn chairs to enjoy the performances and stay awhile. Arriving via the Razorback Greenway is encouraged, but parking is available at the West Avenue Parking Deck for the Upper Ramble and the south parking lot at the Fayetteville Public Library for the Lower Ramble.

The series is free, open to the public and all ages are welcome.

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Spring Pickin' Days

05/03/2025 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Every Day until 05/03/2025

Get ready to pick out unique finds, pick up some delicious eats, and pick along to live bluegrass tunes at Spring Pickin' Days presented by Heart of the Ozarks Craft Fair Inc,!

We have a variety of vendors from crafters, boutique clothing, antiques, and vintage. Along with our vendors we have food trucks, live music, petting zoo and family fun zone.

There is sure to be something for everyone in your family to enjoy.

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4th Annual Arkansas Pottery Festival

05/03/2025 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Every Day until 05/03/2025

The Arkansas Pottery Festival returns for a fourth year to the Community Creative Center in downtown Fayetteville, the first weekend of May.

This annual event packs all things pottery into a 3-day weekend full of demonstrations, presentations, showcases, and sales - all of which is free and open to the public.

This exciting 3 day weekend will include pottery demonstrations and lectures by nationally recognized artists Brad Schwieger and Lorna Meaden on Friday and Saturday, an exhibition and pottery sale of over 50 potters from around the region, as well as a display of Masterworks from Private Collections. Saturday night, Kingfish Bar will be hosting the Potters After Party with a live band. Vendor booths will include the Clay Bank, the Museum of Native American History and the Arkansas Archeological Survey.

Locals love the handmade flowerpot fundraiser, with a wide selection of affordable handmade planters and locally grown plants. Get there early to purchase the perfect handmade planter, planted with a beautiful, complimentary flowering plant. A perfect Mother’s Day Gift!

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World Labyrinth Day

05/03/2025 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Join us for our third annual World Labyrinth Day event!
Saturday, May 3rd from 12-2pm
Free event

Every year on the first Saturday in May, thousands of people around the globe participate in World Labyrinth Day as a moving meditation for world peace and a celebration of the labyrinth experience. Many “Walk as One at 1” local time to create a rolling wave of peaceful energy passing from one time zone to the next. As one of the few labyrinths in our area, we are honored to host this event as part of a worldwide movement.

Join us as we walk as one at 1pm. We will be hosting a drop-in Art Lab with labyrinth-inspired pinch pots and wall shelves from 11:30am-3:30pm for $20 a project. No registration is required.

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