TeensCREATE: Studio Ghibli Edition
Wednesday, Dec. 3 @ Bentonville Public Library
Art activities, themed snacks and more.
RØDE House Happy Hour | House of Songs
Wednesday, Dec. 3 @ The Momentary
Drink specials and free live music from local artists, presented by the House of Songs.
Chocolate and Whiskey Tasting
Thursday, Dec. 4 @ Markham & Fitz
Guided chocolate & whiskey tasting.
Marie Antoinette (2006) Screening
Thursday, Dec 4 @ The Momentary
Description from IMDb: “The retelling of France's iconic but ill-fated queen, Marie Antoinette. From her betrothal and marriage to Louis XVI at 14 to her reign as queen at 19 and to the end of her reign as queen, and ultimately the fall of Versailles.” Part of Pastry Week.
Gallery Talk: Sneakers, Stories, and Get in the Game
Thursday, Dec. 4 @ Crystal Bridges
Zooming in on footwear in the exhibit and how they can tell powerful stories about sports and American life.
Candlelight Jazz
Thursday, Dec. 4 @ Crystal Bridges
Jazz vocalist Laura Anglade “brings a fresh yet familiar touch to the genre.”
Red Cross Blood Drive
Thursday, Dec. 4 @ McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Blood drive from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Appointments can be made on the Red Cross website.
Intro to Lucid Dreaming
Friday, Dec. 5 @ The Quantum i (813 W Central Ave #15)
Workshop about lucid dreaming, the practice of becoming aware and in control within your dreams.
Teen Takeover: Holiday Party
Friday, Dec. 5 @ The Momentary
Holiday treats, music, games, and snow globe making for teenagers.
Waitress (2007) Screening
Friday, Dec. 5 @ The Momentary
Description from IMDb: “Jenna is a pregnant, unhappily married waitress in the deep south. She meets a newcomer to her town and falls into an unlikely relationship as a last attempt at happiness.” Part of Pastry Week.
Community Cookie Decoration Contest and Panel Conversation with Pastry Experts
Saturday, Dec. 6 @ The Momentary
Celebrated pastry chefs share insights before the crowd goes head-to-head in a cookie decoration competition. Part of Pastry Week.
SantaCon NWA
Saturday, Dec. 6 @ Downtown Bentonville
Food and drink specials for participants all around downtown Bentonville.
Baker’s Market
Saturday, Dec. 6 @ The Momentary
Bakers from around the region show off their skills and handcrafted pastries, cookies, breads, and more. Part of Pastry Week.
Natyam
Sunday, Dec. 7 @ Kalaloka Institute of Fine Arts (1380 SW Westpark Drive, Ste. #2)
A community showcase of traditional Indian dance.
Public Art 101: From Concept to Installation
Tuesday, Dec. 9 @ U of A Collaborative (704 SE 5th St.)
A free event designed to demystify the public art process in Northwest Arkansas — from idea to proposal, selection, and installation.
An Evening with Tim Ernst, Ozarks Wilderness Photographer
Tuesday, Dec 9 @ Bentonville Public Library
Tim Ernst, who has been a nature photographer for five decades, will debut his new book and pair it with a presentation on his latest work.
Tween Time-Gather
Thursday, Dec. 11 @ Bentonville Public Library
A screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol and a cardboard gingerbread house craft activity. For 4th-6th graders.
Giving Machine NWA Opening Day
Thursday, Dec. 11 @ Downtown Bentonville Square
Charitable “vending machine” on the square opens for the season, letting visitors purchase donations for partner nonprofits.
Holiday After Hours at the Peel Museum
Thursday, Dec. 11 @ Peel Mansion
Explore the museum after hours, sip complimentary hot chocolate, create a holiday craft, and share your wish list with Santa.
Centerton Christmas Parade
Friday, Dec. 12 @ Centerton
Annual Christmas parade. Parade starts at Harp's store. Santa will be on hand.
INVERSE Performance Art Festival 2025
Thursday, Dec. 11 - Sunday, Dec. 14 @ The Momentary
Four days of experimental art performances, including a rollercoaster for cell phones, staring at inanimate objects, and an investigation into the role of clouds.
Ventriloquist Heyden Garrett's Christmas Special!
Saturday, Dec. 13 @ Bentonville Public Library
A Christmas-themed performance by ventriloquist and 2024 Bentonville's Got Talent winner Heyden Garrett.
Family Movie Matinee: The Grinch
Saturday, Dec 13 @ Bentonville Public Library
Description from IMDb: “A grumpy Grinch plots to ruin Christmas for the village of Whoville.”
Bentonville Christmas Parade
Saturday, Dec. 13 @ Downtown Bentonville Square
Holiday merriment, over 100 floats, and live performances.
Deck the Dough - Cookie Decorating Party
Sunday, Dec. 14 @ Bentonville Brewing Company
A ticketed Christmas cookie decorating party.
Brunch with Santa & Mrs. Claus
Sunday, Dec. 14 @ AC Hotel
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in attendance for photos with the kids, plus DIY gingerbread man cookies and family-friendly activities.
Singles Pitch Night
Wednesday, Dec. 17 @ The Momentary
Friends of single people pitch them as potential partners with slideshows.
Kitty Bingo
Friday, Dec. 19 @ Best Friends Pet Resource Center
A free bingo night featuring adoptable cats relaxing in their towers while guests play for prizes.
Pawliday Party
Saturday, Dec. 20 @ Best Friends Pet Resource Center
A free, drop-in holiday celebration featuring a dog-treat decorating station, pet-themed crafts, a hot chocolate bar, and a showing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
Christmas Pajama Storytime
Monday, Dec. 22 @ Bentonville Public Library
Christmas songs and stories.
Saturday Morning Cartoons
Saturday, Dec. 27 @ The Momentary
Three hours of classic cartoons plus a cereal bar.
Noon Year's Eve
Wednesday, Dec 31 @ Crystal Bridges
Ring in the New Year—without staying up past bedtime. Artmaking, live music and performances, games, dancing, and a group toast at noon.
Zing in the New Year
Wednesday, Dec. 31 @ The Amazeum
A fun-filled day for families to celebrate the new year. Make a wish for the new year, visit the instrument petting zoo, learn about science with oobleck, and more.
Downtown Bentonville Inc.'s New Year's Eve: Around the World
Wednesday, Dec. 31 @ The Ledger
Downtown Bentonville Inc.’s New Year’s Eve celebration, featuring music, food, and fun from different cultures.
