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Events in Bentonville, AR

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There's always something happening here. From festivities on the square to live music, art and trail-tested championship races, this calendar of events in Bentonville is sure to inspire your next visit.

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Bentonville Outdoor Farmers
Market, Downtown

April 12th - October 25th

Every Saturday through October 

Start your Saturday with fresh finds and community connection at the farmers market on the square. Open every week through fall, from sunrise to lunchtime.

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Picking on the Square

June 26th - October 25th

Every Thursday through October

Pickin’ on the Square returns Saturdays on Bentonville Square, inviting musicians and music lovers to gather, play, and enjoy this cherished community tradition (weather permitting).

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First Friday

September 5th

Every First Friday through October

Celebrate Bentonville’s creative spirit with live music, local art, and community vibes in the heart of downtown.

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Orchestra on the Square

September 12th

Experience an unforgettable evening with a LIVE orchestra on the Square. Bring a blanket or a chair, relax with friends and family, and let the music fill the night.

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2025 U.S. Adventure Race
Association's National Championships

September 12th - 13th

Elite racers take on an epic adventure in this multi-sport challenge through limestone bluffs, prairie trails, and Bentonville’s best terrain.

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Benton County Fair

September 19th - 27th

The Benton County Fair offers a week of rides, food, animals, exhibits, vendors, livestock shows, contests, and live entertainment, celebrating community and local talent.

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First Friday

October 3rd

Every First Friday through October

Celebrate Bentonville’s creative spirit with live music, local art, and community vibes in the heart of downtown.

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Momentus Festival

October 10th - 11th

Momentous brings EDM to Northwest Arkansas with Flux Pavilion, Doctor P, Tycho, and more, featuring multi-stage performances, immersive art, food, drinks, and a vibrant Night Market.

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Square 2 Square Ride

October 11th

The Square 2 Square Fall Bike Ride offers in-person and virtual options, connecting Fayetteville to Bentonville along the Razorback Greenway in a festive, family-friendly event.

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Big Sugar Classic

October 12th

The Life Time Little Sugar MTB race explores Bella Vista’s hollers, ravines, caves, and Ledges, featuring challenging climbs, fast descents, and scenic urban trails near Crystal Bridges.

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Arkansas Enduro Series

November 21st - 23rd

The Bentonville Enduro highlights the best of Bentonville, where an extensive network of over 70 miles of world-class trails and multiple trail systems creates a proper canvas for two days of rowdy enduro racing in the Mountain Biking Capital of the World™.

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Lighting of The Square

November 22nd

Each winter, Bentonville’s historic square transforms into a twinkling wonderland, with thousands of lights strung across buildings, trees, and streets. This festive event kicks off the holiday season with live entertainment, warm drinks, and a community countdown to the big switch-on.

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Christmas at the Peel Museum

December 5th

Join us for a festive and intimate celebration set in the historic Peel Museum & Botanical Garden. This year will be extra special, as we celebrate 150 years of this beloved Bentonville landmark.

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Bentonville Christmas Parade

December 13th

More details coming soon!

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