Events
August 2025
Alternatives to College Night
Teen Event! College isn’t the only path-come explore what’s next. At Alternatives to College Night, you’ll meet real reps from tech schools, trade programs, beauty school, and more-all right here in NWA. Whether you’re into working with your hands, chasing a creative dream, or just figuring out your next move, this is your chance to […]
September 2025
Priceless Nights @ the Amazeum
Wednesday nights at the Amazeum are priceless! You are invited to join us every Wednesday from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm to experience our exhibits at no cost or for a small donation.
Barbecue and Its African American Roots
Join us Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 6:30 p.m. for a mouthwatering Not Strictly History night with James Beard Award winner Adrian Miller, known as The Soul Food Scholar ! Learn how African Americans shaped barbecue culture through its history, styles, and future while sampling local barbecue. Miller’s books about cuisine include Black Smoke and Soul […]
International Festival at Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks’ International Festival returns on Sunday, September 7, celebrating the vibrant cultures that make Northwest Arkansas home. This family-friendly event features food, music, dance, and interactive exhibits from around the world. Local organizations will offer resources for newcomers, and guests can enjoy hands-on activities, cultural performances, and community storytelling throughout the Garden. Thanks […]
Teen Volunteer & Community Engagement Fair
As part of Welcoming Week NWA, EngageNWA is hosting a Volunteer & Community Engagement Fair for teens and their families. This casual, drop-in event is designed to help students explore local volunteer and internship opportunities, connect with nonprofit organizations, and learn how they can make a difference in their community. Attendees will have the chance to […]
Priceless Nights @ the Amazeum
Wednesday nights at the Amazeum are priceless! You are invited to join us every Wednesday from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm to experience our exhibits at no cost or for a small donation.
La Loteria Family Night
Bring your family and join us at the Teen Action & Support Center for La Lotería Family Night! Enjoy an evening of fun, prizes, and community as we play the beloved Mexican game of chance in a welcoming, family-friendly space. We’ll have conchas, horchata, bilingual staff on hand, and activities that make younger siblings feel […]
Find Your Cause. Build Your Future.
WHO’S INVITED? All teens in NWA, and your families. Come as you are. Bring a friend. WHAT’S HAPPENING (no boring lectures, we promise!): Come and go as you like! Join the sessions that matter most to you: – Real Talk Panel: Why Volunteer? Local leaders share how volunteering and service opens doors. – Stand Out […]
47th Annual Ozark Quilt Fair
Join us for the 47th Annual Ozark Quilt Fair on Saturday, September 13th, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Shiloh Museum! Enjoy live music and free quilt-themed activities for families, plus a scavenger hunt. Don’t miss the Viewers’ Choice awards with cash prizes for new and antique quilts—awards presented at 2 pm!
NWA Community Showcase
Thanks to PepsiCo and Walton Family Foundation, this event is free and open to the community with no tickets required! The NWA Community Showcase is RLC’s free Downtown Rogers event celebrating our inclusive and welcoming community with fun, multicultural experiences for all ages: Entertainment: Enjoy live singing and dancing performances throughout the day on Butterfield Stage. Arts & Culture: Explore exhibits and […]
Family Volunteer Night
Bring the whole family to the Teen Action & Support Center (The Hub) for Family Volunteer Night during NWA Welcome Week! Together, we’ll be making braided dog toys from upcycled t-shirts to donate to the local animal shelter—with a chance to make one to take home for your own furry friend, too. Bilingual staff will […]
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