Community Calendar

This fall, roam a world outside time as acclaimed studio Klip Collective uses light, sound, and state-of-the-art projection mapping to transform acres of Ozark nature into a one-of-a-kind journey across time and space.

Designed exclusively for the museum’s North Forest, this outdoor, site-responsive experience features six immersive installations for you and your crew to explore. Witness the natural rhythms of the Earth brought to life, see yourself fractured across the surface of a broken time machine, marvel together at the movements of the forest in a landscape of light, and more.

Backed by a custom soundtrack and open during the Ozarks’ most beautiful season, Time Loop truly offers an outdoor experience unlike any in Northwest Arkansas.

FRIDAY COMEDY SHOWCASE

CLUB 509 and KAVA BAR FAYETTEVILLE PRESENTS

FRIDAY NIGHT COMEDY SHOWCASE!

Come get a laugh in at CLUB 509'S WEEKLY COMEDY SHOWCASE! Featuring locals, big time, and touring spots, our Friday comedy showcase really has it all.

From comedians featured on NETFLIX to DON'T TELL COMEDY, you'll certainly find out why things are funnier at CLUB 509!

$15
First free tap beer for ticket holders
ALL AGES
8pm
EVERY FRIDAY

Join us for three inspiring days celebrating art, nature, architecture, and community through the lens of well-being!

Our theme for 2025, Well Being Here, invites us to reflect not only on the idea of well-being, but on what it means to be truly well—here, in this place, in this moment.

The festival features a dynamic mix of free and ticketed talks, workshops, in-gallery and on-trail experiences, and family-friendly engagements led by community partners and leaders in art and wellness. Together, we’ll explore the powerful connections between creativity and well-being.

Tickets and times vary by event.

Book your event tickets together and save! Bundle your keynote tickets together to save on the full festival experience, or explore individual events to plan your own wellness adventure.

Workshop: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (Meals provided)
1946 Movie: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (included)
Kathy Baldock's acclaimed workshop digs deep into the history, language, and cultural shifts that have shaped how the Bible has been used against same-sex relationships. This day-long immersive teaching builds a timeline alongside attendees - revealing how science, politics, religion, law, and evolving understandings of gender and sexuality have influenced modern theology.
A screening of 1946 will follow the class.
Meals included.

The Red Autumn Art Festival celebrates the beauty of the season and the power of art to inspire and enchant. Immerse yourself in a world of creativity as you stroll through the colorful booths showcasing a wide array of artworks, ranging from paintings and sculptures to photography and pottery.

This one-of-a-kind, two-day festival brings together talented artists from all around the region. Get ready to immerse yourself in a captivating indoor/outdoor experience celebrating creativity and imagination.

Whether you are an art enthusiast or simply looking for a delightful way to spend your day, the Red Autumn Art Festival promises to be an unforgettable experience, all in the heart of downtown Sallisaw, Oklahoma.

We are partnering with Pedal It Forward for new and used bicycles, parts, and accessories for free and/or low cost distribution to neighbors in need in NWA. We will also hold a raffle for a new vintage style bicycle donated by Pedal It Forward as a fundraiser for the Bella Vista Historical Museum's building expansion fund.

The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press is one of JR’s most extensive immersive and experiential works to date. After taking portraits in one of three individual photo booths, visitors enter the interior of an oversized, whirring printing press – turning their image into a tangible work of art while offering a glimpse into the creative process of JR. After the experience, visitors leave with their own, one-of-a-kind print.

Member Perk: Momentary members receive two free prints per visit. Just reserve your timed ticket online or with the Box Office, and your discount will be applied at checkout!

Timed portrait tickets are $20 (Free for members), reserve your timeslot online or with the Box Office at (479) 657-2335.
Timed portrait tickets include one oversized photo portrait and admission for up to three people. Digital copies of your photo will be available after your visit.
If you do not plan on taking a portrait during your visit, no purchase is required to attend The Machine Behind the Art: Inside JR’s Printing Press.

Saturday, November 1st is National Learn to Brew Day sponsored by the American Homebrewers Association. What easier way to learn to brew than to win a free Pinter Home Brewing Kit, along with the ingredients to make two batches of beer? Join the Fayetteville Lovers of Pure Suds (FLOPS) homebrew club at Fossil Cove and sign up. There is no charge to enter the drawing.

And while you are there you may want to sample the "Big Blimp Barleywine" a collaboration between Fossil Cove and the FLOPS. It was brewed last May to celebrate Big Brew Day. It is hoppy, it is strong, it is good.

George Dombek Studio and Art Gallery is celebrating its 30 year anniversary of inviting the public into his Goshen workspace. This year's Open Studio festivities will feature special events held from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the weekends of November 1–2, 8–9, and 15–16, 2025.

"""Crazy Love"" is an exploration of the multifaceted nature of love, presented through the unique and contrasting lenses of three talented artists. Each artist, working in a distinct and captivating medium, offers a personal and profound interpretation of love's intricate tapestry. ""Crazy Love"" invites you to embark on a journey through the kaleidoscope of human connection, celebrating the universal language of love in all its chaotic, beautiful, and endlessly fascinating forms.

Jim Rice began his fused glass career in 2013 as an intern with CainFusions, a prominent fused glass studio formerly located in Lenexa, Kansas. In 2015 Jim opened his own studio, Jim Rice Fused Glass, in Shawnee, Kansas, relocating to Eureka Springs, Arkansas in 2018. His artwork and designs are recognized for their unique and whimsical interpretations of nature and everyday life! Much of Jim's artwork is ""retro"" in style, drawing from the 50's, 60's and 70's, with an emphasis on the music of those decades.
Raquel Debbie Franckx, an artist residing in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, finds inspiration in a life enriched by travel and a deep appreciation for the human experience. Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, a vibrant border city where cultures from Mexico, Texas, and New Mexico uniquely converge, she developed an early fascination with art's ability to express the complexities of the human condition. Bold colors and the creative upcycling of magazines characterize Raquel's art. Raquel is focused on repurposing materials in her art as an expression and a method of recycling and protecting our environment. Raquel's art encourages viewers to reflect on the beauty and complexities of the human experience, prompting deeper introspection about themselves and the world around them.
Susan Idlet is a Fayetteville, Arkansas-based artist whose passion for art ignited at the tender age of six. Upon retirement in 2016, Idlet rediscovered the joy of art, dedicating herself to exploring the vibrant world of colored pencils. Idlet's work is a celebration of vivid hues, often drawing inspiration from photographs and evocative words. With a playful spirit, she delights in capturing the unexpected and humorous aspects of the world around her. Beyond her artistic pursuits, Idlet serves as the board president of Fenix Arts/Gallery in Fayetteville. Her work has been showcased in numerous local exhibitions, including at the prestigious Walton Arts Center, and she was even featured in a video produced by the Crystal Bridges Museum. A seasoned creative professional with a background in marketing and graphic design, Idlet continues to freelance while immersing herself in the vibrant art scene of Northwest Arkansas."