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Sun. Dec. 28

Lights of the Ozarks

Sun. Dec. 28 5:00 pm

LIGHT NIGHT - NOVEMBER 21, 2025
The most treasured celebration of holiday lights in Northwest Arkansas, Lights of the Ozarks, will return to Fayetteville's Historic Downtown Square for the 2025 season!

Make your plans now to celebrate with Experience Fayetteville under the amazing winter wonderland of lights at the Lights of the Ozarks! Beginning with this year's Light Night on Friday, November 21st, Fayetteville's Historic Downtown Square will glow to life each night beginning at 5:00pm. The lights are free and open to the public every night of the week until 1:00am through the end of December.

Bundle up your people and bring them to Fayetteville for a little holiday magic -- we'll see you at Lights of the Ozarks!

Light Night:
Friday, November 21st, 6:00pm

Lights of the Ozarks Parade:
Thursday, December 4th, 6:30pm

Shining Brightly Nightly:
Daily from 5:00pm until 1:00am

Lights Out & Goodnight:
Thursday, January 1, 2026 at 1:00am

lights of the ozarks fayetteville ar square christmas

Fayetteville Wheelmen Group Ride

Sun. Dec. 28 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.

Small Dog Sundays! Small Dog Paw-ty!

Sun. Dec. 28 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.

small dog sunday

Mon. Dec. 29

Lights of the Ozarks

Mon. Dec. 29 5:00 pm

LIGHT NIGHT - NOVEMBER 21, 2025
The most treasured celebration of holiday lights in Northwest Arkansas, Lights of the Ozarks, will return to Fayetteville's Historic Downtown Square for the 2025 season!

Make your plans now to celebrate with Experience Fayetteville under the amazing winter wonderland of lights at the Lights of the Ozarks! Beginning with this year's Light Night on Friday, November 21st, Fayetteville's Historic Downtown Square will glow to life each night beginning at 5:00pm. The lights are free and open to the public every night of the week until 1:00am through the end of December.

Bundle up your people and bring them to Fayetteville for a little holiday magic -- we'll see you at Lights of the Ozarks!

Light Night:
Friday, November 21st, 6:00pm

Lights of the Ozarks Parade:
Thursday, December 4th, 6:30pm

Shining Brightly Nightly:
Daily from 5:00pm until 1:00am

Lights Out & Goodnight:
Thursday, January 1, 2026 at 1:00am

lights of the ozarks fayetteville ar square christmas

Magic Mic Karaoke at The Piano Bar

Mon. Dec. 29 8:00 pm

Kuri Haus Karaoke is taking over the main stage, and all that’s missing is your voice. Whether you’re belting ballads or rapping your go-to anthem, this is your night to shine!

Drink Specials:
$3 Kurikazes
$4 Truly
$15 Beer Buckets (Ultra, Busch, Miller, Coors)
Plus mocktails & food served all night!

230 W Dickson Street, Fayetteville
Signups start at 8PM | 18+ to join the fun

magic mic monday

Tue. Dec. 30

Lights of the Ozarks

Tue. Dec. 30 5:00 pm

LIGHT NIGHT - NOVEMBER 21, 2025
The most treasured celebration of holiday lights in Northwest Arkansas, Lights of the Ozarks, will return to Fayetteville's Historic Downtown Square for the 2025 season!

Make your plans now to celebrate with Experience Fayetteville under the amazing winter wonderland of lights at the Lights of the Ozarks! Beginning with this year's Light Night on Friday, November 21st, Fayetteville's Historic Downtown Square will glow to life each night beginning at 5:00pm. The lights are free and open to the public every night of the week until 1:00am through the end of December.

Bundle up your people and bring them to Fayetteville for a little holiday magic -- we'll see you at Lights of the Ozarks!

Light Night:
Friday, November 21st, 6:00pm

Lights of the Ozarks Parade:
Thursday, December 4th, 6:30pm

Shining Brightly Nightly:
Daily from 5:00pm until 1:00am

Lights Out & Goodnight:
Thursday, January 1, 2026 at 1:00am

lights of the ozarks fayetteville ar square christmas

Jeopardy! Bar League Tuesday at Smokin' Oak

Tue. Dec. 30 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Do you shout answers at the TV when Jeopardy! is on? Well, we've got the game for you!!!
Round up your brain‑trust, flex those fast‑thumb reflexes, and join us at Smokin’ Oak Wood‑Fired Pizza & Taproom for the only official Jeopardy‑style team trivia night in town!
Arrive early, grab a pie, and snag your table—game play starts at 7pm on the dot!
What Makes Jeopardy! Bar League different?

  • Authentic Gameplay – Real Jeopardy! clues, Daily Doubles, Final Jeopardy, and live leaderboards
  • Play as a Team or Solo – Form your crew (up to 6) or fly solo and make new friends
  • Interactive Tech – Answer from your phone—no pens, no paper, just bragging rights
  • Prizes & Perks – Weekly gift‑card jackpots, drink specials, and a shot at regional championships
  • High‑Stakes Strategy – Wager big on Daily Doubles and Final Jeopardy to climb the standings

How to Play

  1. RSVP “Going” on this event.
  2. Build your dream team (2–6 players) or join forces when you arrive.
  3. Download the TimePlay app before game night for instant buzz‑in power.
  4. Show up hungry & thirsty—we’ll keep the wood‑fired pies blazing and have beer‑and‑cocktail specials all night.

Compete, wager, WIN!
Tag & Invite Your Crew!
Think you can run the board? Tag your trivia buddies and let them know:
Seats fill fast, we can have up to about 80 players each week—tap “Going,” invite your smartest friends, and we’ll see you on Tuesday nights!

jeopardy

Tasty Tunesday Karaoke

Tue. Dec. 30 7:00 pm

Tasty Tunesday is at The Piano Bar!
Whether you’re here to sing your heart out, cheer on your friends, or just enjoy the show, Kuri Haus Karaoke brings the good vibes all night long!

$4 signature shots
$6 signature cocktails
Food served ‘til 2am
Doors open at 7pm (18+)

tasty tunesday

Trivia Night at JJ's Dickson

Tue. Dec. 30 7:00 pm

Rally your crew, grab a table, and get ready for burgers, beers, and bragging rights. JJ’s is where the questions get tough, the drinks flow easy, and the energy goes all night long!

trivia night jjs dickson

Trivia Night and 1/2 Priced Burgers

Tue. Dec. 30 7:00 pm

Trivia Tuesday at Grub's Bar and Grille! $15 Domestic Beer Buckets, 1/2 Priced Burgers, and gift card prizes!

grubs

 

Trailside Comedy Open Mic

Tue. Dec. 30 8:00 pm

Nomads Trailside is the place to be every Tuesday for another free edition of the Trailside Comedy Open Mic presented by Natural State Comedy! Adult language and themes are to be expected.

The open mic is open to all who wish to perform, but we ask that you follow these guidelines. Sign ups start at 8 pm and the show starts at 8:30 pm.

nomads

Wed. Dec. 31

Lights of the Ozarks

Wed. Dec. 31 5:00 pm

LIGHT NIGHT - NOVEMBER 21, 2025
The most treasured celebration of holiday lights in Northwest Arkansas, Lights of the Ozarks, will return to Fayetteville's Historic Downtown Square for the 2025 season!

Make your plans now to celebrate with Experience Fayetteville under the amazing winter wonderland of lights at the Lights of the Ozarks! Beginning with this year's Light Night on Friday, November 21st, Fayetteville's Historic Downtown Square will glow to life each night beginning at 5:00pm. The lights are free and open to the public every night of the week until 1:00am through the end of December.

Bundle up your people and bring them to Fayetteville for a little holiday magic -- we'll see you at Lights of the Ozarks!

Light Night:
Friday, November 21st, 6:00pm

Lights of the Ozarks Parade:
Thursday, December 4th, 6:30pm

Shining Brightly Nightly:
Daily from 5:00pm until 1:00am

Lights Out & Goodnight:
Thursday, January 1, 2026 at 1:00am

lights of the ozarks fayetteville ar square christmas

Live Band Karaoke

Wed. Dec. 31 7:00 pm

Tonight is your night to join The Piano Bar Band on stage and sing your heart out!!! We’ve got some great Wild’N Wednesday drink specials, and Piano Bar EATS served all night!

Doors open at 7PM
SHOWTIME at 8PM
Piano Bar EATS served 7-2AM

live band karaoke

Thu. Jan. 1

Rock & Roll Dueling Pianos

Thu. Jan. 1 7:00 pm

Award winning Specialty Cocktails, Beer Buckets Specials and our very own, voted 5 times…BEST OF THE BEST LIVE MUSIC IN NWA, The Piano Bar SHOW!

Kitchen serving food 7pm-2am

DOORS OPEN @7pm!
SHOWTIME @8pm!

18+
No cover for 21+

rock and roll dueling pianos

Fri. Jan. 2

Rock & Roll Dueling Pianos

Fri. Jan. 2 7:00 pm

Award winning Specialty Cocktails, Beer Buckets Specials and our very own, voted 5 times…BEST OF THE BEST LIVE MUSIC IN NWA, The Piano Bar SHOW!

Kitchen serving food 7pm-2am

DOORS OPEN @7pm!
SHOWTIME @8pm!

18+
No cover for 21+

rock and roll dueling pianos

Sat. Jan. 3

Rock & Roll Dueling Pianos

Sat. Jan. 3 7:00 pm

Award winning Specialty Cocktails, Beer Buckets Specials and our very own, voted 5 times…BEST OF THE BEST LIVE MUSIC IN NWA, The Piano Bar SHOW!

Kitchen serving food 7pm-2am

DOORS OPEN @7pm!
SHOWTIME @8pm!

18+
No cover for 21+

rock and roll dueling pianos

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