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Story Time at K&J Toys

05/23/2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Join us in the Kindness & Joy Toys Play Lab Friday at either 10am or 11am for a morning of sweetness!!! All ages are welcome and there is no fee or registration! Just bring in your little and enjoy songs, a story, crafts, play and wonderful community!

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Story Time at K&J Toys

05/23/2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join us in the Kindness & Joy Toys Play Lab Friday at either 10am or 11am for a morning of sweetness!!! All ages are welcome and there is no fee or registration! Just bring in your little and enjoy songs, a story, crafts, play and wonderful community!

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Sippin at Sunset - Inn at Carnall Hall

05/23/2025 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us on our front porch for Sippin’ at Sunset, an evening of handcrafted cocktails from Lambeth Lounge, delicious bites from Ella's Table, and the best in local live music—all set against the stunning backdrop of Old Main at the University of Arkansas. Make sure to look at our schedule below!

FEATURING LOCAL ARTISTS
4/4 - Elizabeth Bainbridge
4/11 - Common Roots
4/18 - Elizabeth Bainbridge
4/25 - Collin Kidd
5/2 - Common Roots
5/16 - Elizabeth Bainbridge
5/23 - Korey McKelvy Band
5/30 - Korey McKelvy Band

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Plein Air Painting in the Ramble

05/23/2025 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Plein Air Painting in the Ramble
Join us for our watercolor & acrylic nature painting workshops! Enjoy some time outside and be inspired by the nature around you. This workshop is open to adults ages 18+ — bring a friend, special someone, or just yourself!

This workshops is free to Fayetteville City Residents thanks to the sponsorship by City of Fayetteville, Parks and Rec & Arts and Culture Departments

FRIDAY DATES: 5:30 PM — Students will meet at CCC for a brief introduction. Instructor will lead students to the Upper or Lower Ramble to paint with gouache, watercolors, or acrylic on paper or stretched canvas.
7 :30 PM — Students will return to CCC to discuss the experience.

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Weekend Starts Series

05/23/2025 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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.

Weekend Starts is free and open to the public; all ages are welcome. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnic blankets or lawn chairs. Arriving via the Razorback Greenway is encouraged. Parking for Upper Ramble events is available at the West Avenue Parking Deck and on-street parking along Dickson Street; parking for Lower Ramble events is available in the Fayetteville Public Library’s south surface lot and on-street parking along S. West Avenue.

The Ramble is within Fayetteville’s Outdoor Refreshment Area (ORA), allowing attendees to enjoy beverages from participating establishments within the designated zone, provided ORA guidelines are followed.

In the event of inclement weather, updates regarding cancellations or rescheduling will be provided on the City’s website. Attendees are encouraged to check for updates before heading to the event.

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RunQueer NWA Run

05/23/2025 5:45 pm

HEY GAY PEOPLE !!

We are BACK with the May schedule, (please excuse the lack of runs in April) and ready to RUN or WALK all through May!!!!

Join us on one of our MANY runs this month to start building your STAMINA for PRIDE MONTH!

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Happy Hour Concert with King Chicken w/ The Hardtops

05/23/2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Bring your friends to George’s and enjoy your favorite happy hour drinks while listening to some great music from King Chicken w/ The Hardtops!

Tickets are $8.00 each and can be purchased online or at the door.

The doors open at 5 pm and the show starts at 6 pm. This is an all ages event.

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Kokedama Workshop

05/23/2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Learn the botanical art of kokedama through this hands-on learning experience! Join us as we cover best materials, methods, and plants for a truly unique way to grow and display your favorite plants. Attendees will choose from a variety of plants and sustainably sourced vintage compote glasses for a personalized creation!

All materials included and classes usually last 1.5-2 hours. As our class sizes are small we are unable to offer refunds for no shows or cancellations within 48 hours. Please note that a ticket purchase is required for each attendee.

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Live Music at Jammin Java

05/23/2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Hear live music at Jammin Java every Friday & Saturday, 6pm-9pm!

We have some great acts coming up you’re not gonna want to miss!

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Arkansas New Play Festival

05/23/2025 7:00 pm

Join us for a series of trailblazing new plays! In addition to attending the performances, you’re also invited to hear from the playwrights about their process and share your own thoughts with the creative team—and help shape new works from the ground up.

Performances will be held at TheatreSquared, at Crystal Bridges in Bentonville, and at the Medium in Springdale.

Fayetteville Performances:

Thursday, May 22nd (at Theatresquared)
7pm. Tectonic Play Project

Friday, May 23rd (at Theatresquared)
7pm. Sherlock Holmes: The Timber Family File by LatinX Theatre Project

Saturday, May 24th (at Theatresquared)
11:00am. Playwrights Panel

12:30pm. Young Playwrights Showcase

2:00pm. Side by Side by Basil Parnell (APPRENTICE SHOWCASE)

5:00pm. Cowboys and East Indians by Nina McConigley and Matthew Spangler

Sunday, May 25th (at Theatresquared)
2pm. The Winking Place by Connor Johnson (APPRENTICE SHOWCASE)

5pm. Play on Jody by Candrice Jones

Fourth Friday with Woven

05/23/2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

We so look forward to each Fourth Friday at Six Twelve to perform our original soul-folk music. Always bringing new songs to the stage, so come out and enjoy some lovely libations and small plates while listening to us sing for you. See you there~

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Dirtbag Vintage’s Drive-In Movie Series: Back to the Future (1985)

05/23/2025 7:30 pm

Where Nostalgia meets Entertainment
Join us for evenings to remember at Dirtbag Vintage’s monthly Drive-In Movie Series!
Experience the magic of the classic drive-in cinema every month at in the heart of historic downtown Fayetteville!
From beloved cult classics to films celebrating iconic moments in history, each event is curated to match the seasonal moment.
Event Details:
Dirtbag Vintage - 407 North College Avenue, Fayetteville, AR
Movies begin at 7:30 PM
Choose from group tickets to enjoy with the whole family or individual tickets for just you.
Enjoy delicious snacks from our concessions stand inside the store and take advantage of an exclusive opportunity to shop Dirtbag Vintage after hours during the event!
Don’t miss out! Grab your tickets early at www.dirtbagvintage.co and enjoy a timeless movie nights under the stars!

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Movie Night at Puritan

05/23/2025 7:30 pm

Join us for Movie Night every Friday in May!

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MJ

05/23/2025 8:00 pm

He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Northwest Arkansas as MJ, the multi–Tony Award®-winning new musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, begins a tour of its own.

Created by Tony Award-winning director/choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. MJ is startin’ somethin’ as it makes its Northwest Arkansas premiere at Walton Arts Center in May 2025.

Recommended for ages 8 and up.

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Ted Hammig at Club 509

05/23/2025 8:00 pm

Come for a night of intimate music provided by TED HAMMIG!
8pm!
$10!
All ages!

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Live Music at JJ's Grill Fayetteville

05/23/2025 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm

At JJ's Grill Fayetteville we do free live music 6-8pm during the week and 8:30-11:30pm on Friday & Saturday!

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Music at Tin Roof

05/23/2025 8:45 pm

DRINK - DANCE - REPEAT

Nights out at Tin Roof are the best in Fayetteville! Bands from Nashville & beyond playing your favorite songs live on our first floor stage, DJs spinning dance tunes on our 2nd floor, plus multiple patios & bars.

Check us out for live music & good times! Open late night!

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Maud Crawford

05/23/2025 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm

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

Tickets are $10.00 - $12.00 each and can be purchased online or at the door.

Doors open at 8:30pm and the show starts at 9pm. This is an all ages event.

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Townhousefire at Kingfish

05/23/2025 9:00 pm

Free live events all spring and summer long! Come catch a show on the patio and support local artists!

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