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First Thursday - Technicolor

10/03/2024 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

First Thursday returns to the Historic Downtown Square in Fayetteville with a series of festivals each month from May to October.

First Thursday transforms the square into an outdoor arts and music celebration from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month. The free, family-friendly events include a diverse lineup of live music, artist demonstrations and installations, food trucks and an arts market featuring more than 40 independent artists who create items in a variety of media.

October 3rd - Technicolor: The Square will shine in full spectrum with lighting and activations inspired by the cinema and brought to life in part by Ozark Cirque. Dust off your bikes and cruise with Bike Fayetteville at 6pm for a slow roll/glow roll.
Join us on the mainstage as Trillium Salon Series Presents Thought Form Collective, a one-time only performance alongside silent films in color. Enjoy the headliner, Mallory Eagle, a rising presence in Country and Americana music.

Each month, a different Fayetteville Ale Trail brewery will be serving up cold beer on the Fayetteville Town Center Plaza. This month we welcome Natural State Beer Company.

First Thursday is supported by community sponsors including South by Northwest Hospitality, who sponsor the food court, Gearhead Outfitters, who sponsor waste-diversion efforts, and Lewis Automotive Group, who sponsor the Kids Zone.

First Thursday takes place within an Outdoor Refreshment Area (ORA). Alcoholic beverages from ORA restaurants and bars may be carried throughout the square and the ORA designated area.

For more details, including vendor applications and sponsorship opportunities, please visit https://www.experiencefayetteville.com/experience/first-thursday

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Motion is Lotion-Movement that Soothes

10/03/2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Join instructor Claudia Smith for this drop-in class designed to restore a sense of calm and wellbeing through breathing, guided relaxation and body awareness via gentle, effective movement.

Class will take place on the floor with the option to sit in a chair. Use the library's mats and props or bring your own.

Instructor Claudia Smith has years of experience working individually with clients and teaching group classes in a variety of settings. Not adhering to any one discipline and instead drawing from the best of many (dance, yoga, pilates, Foundation Training, and more), Claudia encourages students to feel good in their bodies for overall wellbeing.

All abilities are welcome. For disability accommodations, call 479.856.7250 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 2-3 weekdays before a program.

The Hoptober Challenge

10/03/2024 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

The Fayetteville Ale Trail passport program is always on. AND this month we are spicing things up with a special challenge! Whether you are a Fayetteville weekender or an NWA local stepping out of your usual taproom comfort zone, you’re invited to earn a brand new prize courtesy of the Fayetteville Ale Trail – all for drinking really good craft beer!

How to Participate:

  1. Pick up a passport:

at any participating Fayetteville Ale Trail Brewery
from the Experience Fayetteville Visitors Center
by mail: request a passport form

  1. Enjoy a delicious hand-crafted beer at each brewery stop of The Hoptober Challenge and collect your passport stamps along the way:

Columbus House Brewery
Crisis Brewing Co.
Fayetteville Beer Works
Flyway Brewing Company
Fossil Cove Brewing Co.
Mad Rooster Beer Company
Puritan Coffee & Beer
West Mountain Brewing

  1. Present your passport at the Experience Fayetteville Visitors Center or our mobile visitor center, Vanny the Fayettevan.

The first 50 finishers to complete the challenge by October 31 will earn an exclusive Hoptober Challenge t-shirt! These shirts are limited-edition, printed by Fayetteville's Houndstooth Press, and winners will receive their shirts by mail in November. Shirts are not available for purchase - they must be earned. So hop to it!

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Our Art 2024 Exhibition

10/03/2024 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Fourth Annual Exhibition Celebrating Northwest Arkansas Visual Artists

LOCATION: Joy Pratt Markham Gallery at Walton Arts Center
EXHIBITION DATES: Aug. 30-Oct. 27, noon-2pm (on weekdays)

Walton Arts Center will showcase the creative talents of Arkansas artists from communities across the region in the fourth annual exhibition of Our Art, Our Region, Our Time, on display in Joy Pratt Markham Gallery Friday, Aug. 30 through Sunday, Oct. 27. 

The Joy Pratt Markham Gallery also opens one hour prior to performances and during intermission of performances at Walton Arts Center.

The exhibition includes 106 pieces by 87 artists representing 20 cities and the diverse communities that make up our region.

For complete list of the artists and their hometowns, please see link above.

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Senior Series Art Workshops- Presented by The Schmieding Foundation

10/03/2024 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Free Art Workshops for Seniors, ages 62+ 

Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:00-3:00 PM

Registration for each class will open at 9:00 AM
on the Tuesday prior to the workshop.

Enrollment is now ONLINE only!

We cannot accept enrollment over the phone, via email, or in person.
Thank you for your cooperation.

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Eyewear Trunk Show

10/03/2024 2:00 pm

Fall/Winter 2024 Collection.
Browse the latest collections from Garrett Leight, Mr. Leight, Blackfin & TOMS.
Custom lens specials along with event only giveaways!

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Story Time at ONF

10/03/2024 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Hey parents and little ones!

We are thrilled to invite you to our delightful Storytime session every Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.! This is a wonderful opportunity for children to dive into captivating tales, enjoy fresh fruit snacks, and play with various toys!!

Bring your little adventurers for an afternoon filled with joy, learning, and healthy treats.
We can't wait to see you there!

Shop Local ~ Shop Ozark Natural Foods!

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Fall on the Farm - McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard

10/03/2024 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for 'Fall at the Farm'! Enjoy a corn maze, pumpkin and sunflower patches, bounce pillows, low ropes course, barrel train, hayrides, zip-lines, trackless train, corn pool, fall ball zone, a 6-acre barnyard play area and more!

Don't miss our best season yet - we can't wait to share it with you!

Dates & Hours
September 14th - November 3rd

September:
Sat: 10am - 8pm | Sun: 10am - 5pm

October & November
Thurs & Fri: 3pm - 8pm | Sat & Sun: 10am - 5pm

For more detailed info, please see link. 

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Nightmare on Block Street Pop Up Bar

10/03/2024 4:00 pm

Get ready for a Halloween season like no other as "Nightmare on Block Street," an exciting and spine-chilling pop-up bar crafted by the team at Pinpoint, makes its return to Fayetteville. Starting September 27th and running through November 2nd, this immersive Halloween cocktail experience invites residents and visitors to step into a world of eerie enchantment every night.

Located at 23 North Block Avenue in Fayetteville’s historic downtown, Pinpoint transforms into "Nightmare on Block Street", a haunted haven for fans of all things spooky. This unique 21+ experience promises to be the ultimate destination for Halloween enthusiasts.

Key Features of "Nightmare on Block Street" Include:

Haunted Décor: The bar will be divided into 12 distinct themed areas, immersing guests in a thrilling, creepy atmosphere filled with nods to classic horror characters and Halloween favorites.

Themed Cocktails: Sip on themed crafted Halloween cocktails served in blood bags, witches' cauldrons, light bulbs and more..

Exclusive Brews: In collaboration with Crisis Brewing, the event will offer an exclusive "Hoppy Halloween" IPA, available only at the Nightmare on Block Street and Crisis Brewing's taproom during the month of October.

Tasty Treats: Enjoy Halloween-inspired snacks and sweets from Wildflour Kitchen, perfectly paired with the spooky theme of the evening. On Thurs/Fri/Sat we will feature themed hot dogs from local vendor Corbett's Dogs.

Limited Edition Pinball Lineup: Known for its pinball collection, Pinpoint will showcase a special selection of Halloween-themed pinball machines, boasting one of the largest collections of spooky pinball machines in the tri-state area.

Closed Mondays

Sun / Tues / Wed / Thurs - 4pm - close

Fri / Sat - 4pm - 2am

21+ Only

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Thursday Wine Tasting at The Meteor Cafe

10/03/2024 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Every Thursday from 5pm-8pm
$15 for four 3oz pours
Each week we choose four exemplary natural wines to showcase in our tasting.
Come on out to try some fun wines and learn from one of our wine experts!

 

Outdoor Fayetteville - Intro to Fishing

10/03/2024 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Fishing is one of the most accessible forms of recreation for individuals and families in Arkansas. In this session, we provide all equipment needed to get you started. We'll start off with some "Backyard Bass Fishing" to teach the basics before gearing you up to cast into Lake Fayetteville.

Fee
$10 Individual

Age 6 & up

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Live Music at JJ's Grill Dickson

10/03/2024 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Enjoy free live music on Thursday from 5-7 PM & from 8:30-11:30 PM on Friday & Saturday. Check out who is playing this week at JJ's Grill on Dickson.

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Jersey Jam at The Leroy by Equipped NWA

10/03/2024 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for a special evening at The Leroy, where community and compassion come together. This event aims to support EQUIPPED, a non-profit organization dedicated to leveling the playing field by providing student-athletes in grades 7-12 with essential equipment and resources through school partnerships. Friends, family, and supporters will gather for a night of engaging activities and generosity. Come dressed in your favorite sports jersey for a chance to win exclusive door prizes and more! Don't miss out—tickets are limited for this event.

What to Expect

· Entertainment: Enjoy the AV lounge area, sports simulators, duckpin bowling, and more.

· Silent Auction: Bid on exciting items and experiences, generously donated by local businesses and community members.

· Delicious Food & Drinks: Saver a selection of gourmet bites and signature cocktails from Fayetteville’s newest dining experience.

· Community Connection: Network with like-minded individuals who share your passion for making a difference.

Fayetteville Wheelmen Group Ride

10/03/2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Thursdays, 6pm – our Owl Creek ride (March-October) – We meet at Owl Creek Elementary and have 3 different groups, depending on participation.

Usually there is an “A” group/race (20+mph avg.) drop group,

a “B” group focused on group riding skills (16-19mph), no-drop group (meaning no one left behind),

and a “C group/ Beginner’s Group” – which is a more relaxed ride where newer cyclists learn about group riding basics and experienced riders enjoy a more social ride.

Join us!

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Opening Reception - Pushing Back: A Multi-sensory Immersive Exhibition

10/03/2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Pushing Back, the creation of NWA artist Jennifer Baugh, invites viewers to experience the sensory world of neurodivergent individuals through color, light, texture, scent, and sound. Inspired by her love of art from childhood, Jennifer aims to foster empathy and understanding through art.

Located in the Sequoyah Gallery at the historic Mount Sequoyah Center, the latest installation brings an evolution of the sensory experience visitors have enjoyed previously around Northwest Arkansas. Partnering with Candles by Whitney candles to curate a signature scent, Jennifer has incorporated even more of the human senses to delight visitors to the experience.

An opening reception for the exhibition will be held on Thursday, October 3 from 6-8pm at the Mount Sequoyah Center. The Sequoyah Gallery will be open to the public each Thursday & Friday from 2-5pm during the month of October. Special viewings may be scheduled by request.

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Twenty50

10/03/2024 7:30 pm

October 2, 2024 - November 3, 2024
TWENTY50
WRITTEN BY TONY MENESES
Prosperous Southwestern rancher Andres Salazar is in a brutally challenging race for Congress in the year 2050. When his own sense of humanity runs up against his stated political platform, the stakes couldn’t be higher: is compromising his sense of identity worth the potential benefits? And what’s to be done with this mysterious stranger who’s suddenly stumbled onto his ranch?

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The Department of Theatre Presents The Revolutionists

10/03/2024 7:30 pm

The Revolutionists is a new play about four very real women who lived boldly in France during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror.

This dream-tweaked comedy is about art and activism, feminism and terrorism, compatriots and chosen sisters, and how we actually go about changing the world. It’s a true story. Or total fiction. Or a play about a play. Or a raucous resurrection. . . that ends in a song and a scaffold.

Directed by Guest Artist Kholoud Sawaf.

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Comedy Open Mic at Club 509

10/03/2024 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Amateur comics are welcome and encouraged! Join us every 1st Thursday of the month at 8:00pm for a comedy focused open mic.

This is a great way to meet fellow performers, develop a set, or try out new material. Show up with your script, bring friends and let’s set the room on fire with some serious laugh therapy!

Sign up 7p-8p

Ozark Riviera

10/03/2024 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Bring your friends to George’s and enjoy your favorite drinks while listening to some great music from Ozark Riviera!

Tickets are $10.00 each and can be purchased online or at the door.

Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8:30pm. This is an 18+ event.

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Macartney Reinhardt

10/03/2024 9:45 pm

1st Floor Stage
Maccartney Reinhardt on our stage playing all your favorite songs!

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