Arts & Culture
A world-class creative scene in the Ozarks.
Free art museums, professional theater, live music every night, public art installations, film festivals — NWA's cultural scene rivals cities ten times its size.
The anchor venues.
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Bentonville
World-class American art museum with free general admission. Designed by Moshe Safdie, set in a 120-acre forest with sculpture trails.
The Momentary
Bentonville
Contemporary art, music, film, and performance space from Crystal Bridges. Converted 1940s cheese factory.
Walmart AMP
Rogers
Major outdoor amphitheater hosting national touring acts from April through October. One of the best live music venues in the region.
Walton Arts Center
Fayetteville
Premier performing arts center — Broadway shows, symphony, ballet, comedy, and community events year-round.
The creative community.
First Friday Art Walk
Bentonville
Monthly art walk around the Square — galleries, pop-ups, food, live music.
Bentonville Film Festival
Bentonville
Annual film festival founded by Geena Davis, focused on inclusion and diverse storytelling.
TheatreSquared
Fayetteville
Professional regional theater with acclaimed productions. Beautiful purpose-built facility.
Fayetteville Underground
Fayetteville
Artist collective with studio spaces, galleries, and events in downtown Fayetteville.
Trike Theatre
Bentonville
Children's theater company — quality productions for families.
Fayetteville Public Library
Fayetteville
One of the best public libraries in America — arts programming, maker spaces, events.
Where to hear it.
George's Majestic Lounge
Fayetteville
Legendary live music venue on Dickson Street. Nationally touring acts, local artists, great sound.
Smoke & Barrel Tavern
Fayetteville
BBQ + live music. Regular local and regional acts in an intimate setting.
The Meteor Guitar Gallery
Bentonville
Boutique music venue + guitar shop. Intimate concerts, craft cocktails.
Onyx Coffee Lab Events
Multiple
Live acoustic sets and community events at Onyx locations across NWA.
Hear the local artists.
Original Arkansas music, local artists, interviews, and sessions — built into expNWA.
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