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7 Things to Do in Bentonville This Week (August 11–17)

Sam Hoisington
Sam Hoisington

Aug 11, 2025

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7 Things to Do in Bentonville This Week (August 11–17)

Sam Hoisington
Sam Hoisington

Aug 11, 2025

Stargazing Social & Night Market
Tuesday, Aug 12
Enjoy an evening of stargazing, hands-on demos, and local vendors under the night sky. Hosted by Downtown Bentonville Inc.

Bentonville Community Blood Drive
Tuesday, August 12 @ Two Locations
Give blood and support local hospitals during this annual community drive, held at Northwest Medical Center and Bentonville Fire Station 1.

Soar NWA Hot Air Balloon Festival
Friday, August 15 & Saturday, August 16 @ Benton County Fairgrounds
Dozens of hot air balloons, live music, a beer garden, hot air balloon rides and more.

Lotería Night: Pets, Community & Resources
Saturday, August 16 @ Best Friends NWA
Join Best Friends Animal Society for a free night of Lotería (Mexican bingo), prizes, and pet-friendly fun.

The Black Market by Black Owned NWA
Saturday, August 16 @ Record Downtown
Celebrate Black Business Month at this community market featuring 30+ Black-owned vendors offering food, art, clothing, skincare, books, and more.

Plaza Concert: Los Carnales Hernandez
Saturday, August 16 @ Crystal Bridges Plaza
Live music, food trucks, and splash pad fun with a performance from local duo Los Carnales Hernandez.

Anvil Fest
Saturday, August 16 & Sunday, August 17 @ The Momentary
A two-night, all-ages music festival featuring local artists.

Centerton Mayor Won’t Seek Re-Election, But May Stick Around City Hall

Centerton Mayor Won’t Seek Re-Election, But May Stick Around City Hall

Apr 6, 2026

Now 16 years into the job, Centerton Mayor Bill Edwards has decided not to seek re-election.

Karaoke Bar Coming to Bentonville

Karaoke Bar Coming to Bentonville

Apr 6, 2026

The original Big Box Karaoke location opened in Fayetteville in 2018.

Botanic’s Big Move: Bentonville Plant Store Triples in Size

Botanic’s Big Move: Bentonville Plant Store Triples in Size

Apr 6, 2026

The retail shop is an extension of Botanic’s main “interiorscaping” business.

March News Recap

March News Recap

Apr 1, 2026

Here’s some news from The Bentonville Bulletin you may have missed.

What’s Next for the Bentonville Ballroom Project?

What’s Next for the Bentonville Ballroom Project?

Apr 1, 2026

The music venue proposed for downtown Bentonville has sailed through its first approvals with no opposition from residents and no objections from the City Council or Planning Commission.

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