Downtown Bentonville Blog

Bentonville has become a major art hub for Northwest Arkansas in the last few years - here are some of the best art galleries you should visit in the area.

Whether it’s celebrating a birthday, anniversary, Valentine’s Day, or just spending some time with your partner, date nights can range from all sorts of activities. Living in Bentonville, however, there are plenty of delicious restaurants, bars, and places to get a sweet treat that couples can indulge in rich, culinary experiences and enhance their date night.

Join us for May First Friday 2025 in Downtown Bentonville—an adventure-themed evening filled with live music, food, art, and family fun.

Discover what’s in store for April First Friday: Family Fun Land — a night of games, live entertainment, food trucks, and activities for all ages in Downtown Bentonville.

Get ready for a Spooktacular October First Friday in Downtown Bentonville with costumes, treats, live music, and Halloween fun for the whole family.

Experience the thrill at September First Friday: Adrenaline — packed with high-energy activities, live music, and family fun in Downtown Bentonville.

Celebrate the Olympic spirit at Downtown Bentonville's August First Friday: 'Going for the Gold'—featuring sports-themed activities, live performances, and family fun on August 2nd.

Celebrate service and community at Downtown Bentonville's July First Friday: 'A Salute to Service'—featuring military tributes, live music, family activities, and more on July 5th.

Celebrate style and culture at Downtown Bentonville's June First Friday: 'Fashion'—featuring runway shows, local vendors, live music, and family-friendly activities on June 7th.

Experience the great outdoors at Downtown Bentonville's May First Friday: 'Outdoor Adventure'—featuring camping gear showcases, live performances, yoga sessions, and family-friendly activities on May 3rd.

Celebrate the solar eclipse at Downtown Bentonville's April First Friday—featuring themed neighborhoods, interactive exhibits, art activities, and family-friendly fun on April 5th.

Experience Downtown Bentonville's October First Friday: 'Oktoberfest'—featuring live music, a Biergarten, caramel tastings, family-friendly activities, and more on October 6th.

Experience Downtown Bentonville's September First Friday: 'In Motion'—featuring Segway test rides, live music by Kris Allen, trampoline shows, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly activities on September 1st.

Celebrate the new school year at Downtown Bentonville's August First Friday: 'Back to School'—featuring school supply giveaways, live music, games, and family-friendly activities on August 4th.

Celebrate the great outdoors at Downtown Bentonville's July First Friday: 'The Great Outdoors'—featuring s'mores by Hershey's, axe throwing, live country music, and family-friendly activities on July 7th.

Immerse yourself in creativity at Downtown Bentonville's June First Friday: 'Art Fest'—featuring over 80 artists, live demonstrations, interactive exhibits, food trucks, and family-friendly activities on June 2nd.

Join Downtown Bentonville's May First Friday: 'Pet-A-Palooza'—featuring a pet parade, talent show, petting zoo, live music, and family-friendly activities on May 5th.

Celebrate Bentonville's 150th anniversary at April's First Friday—featuring historical exhibits, live art, community activities, and the debut of 'Bentonville’s Got Talent' on April 7th.