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Grit MTB Fest 2025

All day

What?
Grit Fest is a 3-day grassroots, community-building event designed to bring trans men and women, cis women, and non-binary folks together around the sport of mountain biking, regardless of skill or ability!

When?
September 26 - 28, 2025

Where?
Centennial Park in Fayetteville, Arkansas

What's Included?

•Camping
•7 meals
•Workshops, group rides, morning yoga, gear exchange
•Dance party!
•An amazing keynote
•FREE beer and NA bevvy’s
•Swag upon arrival & lots of opportunities to win prizes
•Snacks and bubbly water galore!

See you there?! See link above for more details! 

Emily Sierra 2023 Grit MTB Festival 753

Fall Festival - McGarrah Farms Rivercrest Orchard

09/28/2025 10:00 am - 6:00 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!

New this year at Rivercrest! Enjoy Cider Fest Weekends as part of our Fall Festival!
Cider Fest Weekends:
September 20–21 & September 27–28.

Dates & Hours

September 13th - November 1st

September:

Sat: 10am - 7pm | Sun: 10am - 6pm

October:​

Fri: 12pm - 8pm | Sat: 10am - 8pm | Sun: 10am - 6pm

Oct. 13, 14, 15, 16, 20: 12pm - 6pm

Oct. 23, 30: 12pm - 7pm

For more detailed info, please see link. 

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Banjo Brunch with Clarke Buehling's Carousel Orchestra

09/28/2025 10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Get ready for a toe-tappin' good time!
Join us for Banjo Brunch featuring the incredible Clarke Buehling's Carousel Orchestra.
Expect lively tunes, delicious food, and a unique musical experience you won't forget!
Free to attend.
Call to make a reservation 479-332-4280

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The 2025 Arkansas Narnia Faire

09/28/2025 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

ENJOY a family-friendly, immersive adventure in Missouri where the magical world of Narnia comes to life!

Expect to be TRANSPORTED to Narnia as you:

Interact with its citizens

Peruse unique vendor wares

Watch dazzling performances

Participate in epic quests and challenges

JUST A FEW OF THE LEGENDARY EXPERIENCES AWAITING YOU:

NARNIA COMES TO LIFE:

Meet the Kings and Queens of Narnia

Dance with Queen Susan at the Royal Lawn

Tea with Queen Lucy (additional cost)

Knight Training with King Edmund

TOURNAMENTS & CONTESTS:

Sword Fighting Tournament – Prove your might and claim glory!

Talent Show – Step into the spotlight and showcase your skills!

Costume Contest – Dress as your favorite Narnian or an original character and compete for the crown!

Capture the Flag – Outsmart your rivals in this daring challenge!

CLASSES FOR EVERY ADVENTURER:

Flower Crown Making – Craft a crown worthy of a Narnian royal.

Calligraphy – Write with elegance like the scribes of Narnia.

Paint a Shield – Create your own warrior’s emblem.

 

NARNIAN QUESTS: ARE YOU WORTHY?

Write & Deliver a Royal Letter – Will your words change the fate of Narnia?

Find Lost Treasure – Follow clues to uncover hidden riches.

Duel the King – Only the bravest will stand before the throne.

Solve Riddles – Outsmart puzzles to unlock secrets.

Tell a Tale – Share stories worthy of Aslan’s hall.

Visit the Narnian Museum – Explore the legends and lore of Narnia’s past.

And MUCH MORE!

ALL Festival run activities included with ticket (except Tea with the Queen)

Will you rise to the challenge? Your Narnian adventure begins May 9th—don’t miss your chance to become part of the legend!

For more information check out our website and socials!

Website: TheNarniaFaire.com

Instagram: @The Narnia Faire

Facebook: The Narnia Faire

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FAQs & DEALS

Pay at the door available: You can buy your tickets in advance (great if you are going to be getting a ticket for tea) or pay at the door day of. (Cash and credit accepted).

Group Discount: Have a party of 10 or more? Reach out to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to inquire about our group discounts by letting us know which group category it is: friends, family, church, club, or school.

Day and Weekend Passes: We offer both day passes and weekend passes.

Furry Friends: Service dogs are allowed.

This is a family friendly immersive event that is running with permission from the C.S. Lewis Company.

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Razorback Softball

09/28/2025 1:00 pm

Come out to Bogle Park and support those Hogs! Softball will host an intrasquad scrimmage at 1:00 p.m. with free admission for all fans.

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Fayetteville Wheelmen Group Ride

09/28/2025 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Sundays 1:30 at Columbus House Brewery is our “Sunday Social” ride (Year-round except Easter Sunday, and weather permitting.)

The no-drop ride is typically around 30 miles sometimes with 2 pace groups. Ride concludes with post ride banter and refreshments at Columbus House Brewery.

Ride CANCELLED when temperature is 40 degrees or below.

Murder & Mayhem on the Fayetteville Square Historical Walking Tour

09/28/2025 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Historians J. B. Hogan and Shaun Treat will lead a historical walking tour of notable spooky spots in Downtown Fayetteville.

Join us on a walking tour to learn about notable spots of Murder and Mayhem throughout Fayetteville's past.

We will meet in Mountain Street lobby (on the 3rd floor) and walk to the Fayetteville Square. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring water.

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Small Dog Sundays! Small Dog Paw-ty!

09/28/2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Good Dog Cafe is now staring SMALL DOG SUNDAYS!

Every Sunday from 3:00-4:00! We will only allow small dogs into the park during this time frame! You are welcome to come a little early to maximize play time!
Get out and make some new friends for both you and your small doggos!
Regular admission for these events. $6 per dog with any purchase or $8 for just one dog and no other purchases. A waiver must be on file for each dog. Waivers can be signed at the register.
No set size limit, just any dogs considered to be smaller size. Dogs that would do best with other small dogs.
We do not allow children under 12 years old in the dog park, but they are welcome in the leashed area.
We will have kiddie pools out during the summer months.

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Arkansas Razorback Volleyball vs. LSU

09/28/2025 3:00 pm

The Arkansas Razorback Volleyball team will host LSU on Sept. 28 at 3pm.

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Wooo Pig Weekend

All day

Woo Pig Weekend

Wooo Pig Weekend is 3 days full of Arkansas athletics and festivities.

Friday, Sept. 26 - Tailgating, Baseball, Soccer, Volleyball, Community Pep Rally, Fireworks and More

Fans are invited to get the party started early with tailgating lots opening at 5 p.m., including Lot 300, which will be open for free Friday night tailgating. Fans are encouraged to come out early, set up an evening tailgate and enjoy the atmosphere leading up to a special night of fun. Please note that Lot 300 must be vacated by midnight unless you have a gameday parking pass for the lot.

When setting up tailgate areas, fans are reminded to avoid occupying another attendee's parking space or obstructing vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Sidewalks must remain unobstructed to ensure safe passage for pedestrians. Tailgating is permitted on the grassy areas located between parking stalls and sidewalks.

Razorback traditions will be on full display, beginning with the official live mascot, Tusk, making his ride around campus at 5:15 p.m. Then, at 8 p.m., Razorback Stadium will glow red, setting the tone for an exciting night of festivities.

Fans can also enjoy Big Red's Friday Night from 6 to 9 p.m. on the North End Zone Deck of Razorback Stadium. Admission is just $10 to experience the largest outdoor sports bar in college football. The evening will feature live music, complimentary popcorn, light concessions available for purchase and a full selection of beer, wine and ready-to-drink cocktails, all with a great view and Razorback atmosphere. Get your tickets now by clicking here.

The night builds up to a community-wide pep rally with the Razorback Cheerleaders, Dance Team, Mascots and Marching Band at 9 p.m. in Lot 300 outside the Frank Broyles Athletic Center, located on the north side of Razorback Stadium. That will be followed by a fireworks show at 9:30 p.m., presented by the U of A Associated Student Government.

Fans are reminded to access Lot 300 for tailgate setups, the pep rally and the fireworks display via Razorback Road or Stadium Drive, as Maple Street will be closed beginning at 6 p.m. for HogTown setup.

Additional Friday events include:

  • Baseball Fall Classic at 6 p.m. (free admission)
  • Big Red's Friday Night at 6 p.m. ($10 admission)
  • Soccer vs. Ole Miss at 6:30 p.m. and Volleyball vs. Ole Miss at 7 p.m. ($10 ticket grants entry to both matches)
  • Razorback Hall of Honor Ceremony at 7 p.m. (Walton Arts Center)

Saturday, Sept. 27 - Game Day: Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Notre Dame

Saturday brings the energy to a new level as Razorback Nation comes together for a historic matchup with Notre Dame. Tailgating lots open at 6 a.m., and HogTown on Maple Street, the official free pregame fan fest, opens at 7 a.m. The event will feature food trucks, a beer garden, sponsor activations, inflatables along with a live concert starting at 8 a.m. featuring Gone Country, a crowd-pleasing country cover band that brings classic and modern hits to life.

Fans won't want to miss:

  • 8:45 a.m.: HogTown Pep Rally
  • 9 a.m.: Hog Walk featuring Coach Sam Pittman and the Razorback Football team (Lot 300)
  • 10:40 a.m.: Tusk VI enters the stadium
  • 10:45 a.m.: Razorback Marching Band pregame show
  • 10:50 a.m.: National Anthem & flyover featuring two U.S. Navy F/A-18F Superhornets
  • 11 a.m.: Kickoff - Beat Notre Dame!

Following the game, fans are welcome to continue the celebration with postgame tailgating starting at 4 p.m. in designated areas.

Sunday, Sept. 28 - Razorback Softball and Volleyball

To cap off the weekend, Razorback fans are invited to cheer on Razorback Softball at Bogle Park and Razorback Volleyball at Barnhill Arena.

Softball will host an intrasquad scrimmage at 1 p.m. with free admission for all fans. Then at 3 p.m., Razorback Volleyball takes on the LSU Tigers, with tickets starting at just $5.

This is a great opportunity to keep the energy going and support multiple Razorback programs as part of the Wooo Pig Weekend experience.

Don't miss this unforgettable weekend of Razorback pride, spirit and gameday tradition!

My Open Mic at Morano's

09/28/2025 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

My Open Mic is a safe space for performing your art. All are welcome. Sign up and featured artists start at 7:00. The featured artist performs for a half hour, warming things up while folks sign up to perform. We can't wait to see your performance.

All ages
Free parking
Great food and drinks

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Karaoke Dance Party at Tin Roof

09/28/2025 8:00 pm

Drink, Dance, Repeat with the best Karaoke Dance Party in town!! 

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