Be Local NWA

09/02/2026

🎡 The Benton County Fair is back — and this year they’re going for a Guinness World Record. 👀

The fair returns Sept. 25–Oct. 3 with carnival rides, fair food, livestock shows, pageants, a talent contest, a closing-night dance and plenty more.

🎟️ Admission includes unlimited carnival rides!

We pulled together the highlights, schedule and everything you’ll want to know before you go 👇

Nine days of carnival rides, fair food, livestock shows, entertainment and even a Guinness World Record attempt. See what’s happening Sept. 25–Oct. 3.

05/21/2026

Writers. Videographers. Creators. Local storytellers...

If you love discovering the people, places, food, and events that make Northwest Arkansas special, we’d love to connect.

We’re building the Be Local Contributor Network. These are paid opportunities for people who want to help showcase the best of NWA through writing, photography, video, and social content.

Interested? See link the comment section to learn more!

04/28/2026

The 10th annual Spring Market takes over the Benton County Fairgrounds May 29–30.

Shop for keeps, hunt for gifts, and grab a bite while you're at it. 70+ vendors, free admission, free parking 🙌

📆 May 29-30
🕧 9am-6pm
📍 Benton County Fairgrounds

70+ local makers, artists, crafters, and food vendors take over the Benton County Fairgrounds. Free admission, free parking, and two full days to shop handmade goods from NWA makers.

04/14/2026

Small bites, live music, and local chefs competing for bragging rights.

Taste of Rogers is May 14th, and the People's Choice Award is yours to hand out. Who are you rooting for?

📷 Rogers Lowell Chamber

Taste of Rogers returns May 14th with small bites, local beverages, and culinary competitions at Frisco Plaza in Rogers.

04/13/2026

Breakfast on the lake just hits different.

Psst, Jaclyn's Kitchen at Beaver Lake serves a mean lunch too!

Jaclyn's Kitchen has relocated to Prairie Creek Marina on Beaver Lake in Rogers, now serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner lakeside.

04/08/2026

Bentonville's Got Talent is back!
Know someone who should be on a stage? Tag them.

📷Downtown Bentonville Incorporated

Bentonville's Got Talent returns to the Square on May 1 for First Friday. Performers can apply through April 17 to compete.

04/07/2026

24 flavors just landed on East Emma. Some classics, some that'll make you read twice. Have you tried Simply Scoops NWA yet?

Simply Scoops is now open in Downtown Springdale with 24+ flavors, a family-friendly vibe, and a growing team.

02/12/2026

💘💵 $100 CASH DROP – ROGERS EDITION! 💵💘

Who’s ready for a little Valentine’s Day love?

We just hid $100 somewhere in Rogers for one lucky person to snag 👀

Use it for a fun date night this weekend…
or keep it all to yourself — we won’t tell 😏

✨ Planning a wedding?
Swing by the this Sunday from 11AM–3PM and get inspired while you’re out and about!

Plz post yourself finding it & tag us! 🙌

Tag who you’d split the $100 with 👇

01/24/2026

Snowmageddon has arrived ❄️

Discover the best sledding spots in Northwest Arkansas for snowy adventures. From hills to parks, find your winter wonderland here!

01/21/2026

Meet your photographer, taste your caterer's food, and knock out your entire vendor checklist in one afternoon. Pre-register now to guarantee your swag and giveaway entry 😍

Say I Do- Wedding Expo
📆 February 15th, 11AM - 3PM
📍 Benton County Fairgrounds

Free NWA wedding expo with vendors, swag bags & a $1,000 giveaway. Everything engaged couples need to plan their big day. Pre-register now.