Arts

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art (Bentonville) World-class art museum set in a stunning Ozark forest.

The Momentary (Bentonville) Contemporary art space with visual art, performances, and great coffee.

Walton Arts Center (Fayetteville) Catch Broadway shows, concerts, and community events.

Museum of Native American History (Bentonville) Rich collection from 14,000 years of Native culture.

Fayetteville Public Library Events: A hub for authors, workshops, and community creativity.

Boutiques

Label (Bentonville, Rogers) High-end, fashion-forward boutique featuring designer denim, luxury basics, and seasonal statement pieces.

Remedy Road (Bentonville) A stylish boutique with a purpose—offering ethically made clothing, accessories, and gifts.

Riffraff (Fayetteville) Trendy, Southern-chic boutique known for bold prints, graphic tees, game-day looks

The Dotted Pig (Rogers) Whimsical and welcoming, this boutique blends cozy fashion with gifts, home decor, & baby items.

All Things Kindred (Rogers) Thoughtfully curated boutique offering plants, home goods, and gifts with a boho vibe.

Coffee

Onyx Coffee Lab (Bentonville, Rogers, Fayetteville) Award-winning coffee roaster known for sleek design and expertly crafted drinks.

Airship Coffee (Bentonville & Coler Mountain Bike Preserve) Open-air setting at Coler + downtown location with bold brews.

Basecamp Coffee Co. (Fayetteville) Cozy, community-oriented cafe with great espresso and pastries.

Confident Coffee (Johnson, Rogers) Bright + Modern space with emphasis on community and quality.

Heroes Coffee (Bentonville) Cozy, welcoming vibe w/ a mission driven heart.

Family-Friendly Fun

Scott Family Amazeum (Bentonville) Interactive children’s museum with STEM-based exhibits.

Gator Golf (Fayetteville) Mini-golf, batting cages, and family entertainment.

Climb Bentonville: Indoor climbing for all levels

Botanical Garden of the Ozarks: Beautiful gardens and kid-friendly nature programming.

Fast Lane Entertainment (Rogers) Bowling, arcade, laser tag, and virtual reality.

Food: Casual Eats

Pedlar’s Pub (Bentonville) A local favorite - Wood Fired Pizza, Burgers, & the best fries in town.

Wrights BBQ (Bentonville/Johnson/Rogers) Legit Texas-style smoked meats.

Yeyo’s El Alma de Mexico (Bentonville) Farm-to-table Mexican with flavor and flair.

Ozark Mountain Bagel (Bentonville, Rogers, Fayetteville) Local favorite for quick, satisfying meals.

Crepes Paulette (Bentonville, Fayetteville) Bringing the charm of a Parisian street cart to Bentonville

Food: Dessert

Markham & Fitz Chocolate (Bentonville) Craft bean-to-bar dark chocolate, decadent desserts, and stylish cocktails.

Trash Creamery (Rogers, Bentonville) A playful, 90s-themed ice cream shop where you mix wild toppings into soft-serve for a fully customized sugar rush.

Rick’s Bakery (Fayetteville & Rogers) A hometown favorite for decades, known for its cases full of cookies, cakes, & donuts.

Spark Cafe Soda Fountain (Bentonville) Step back in time with this retro soda fountain next to the Walmart Museum.

Barnett's Dairyette (Siloam Springs) Old fashioned soda fountain goodness.

Food: Upscale Date Night

The Hive (Bentonville) Upscale, creative Southern fare inside the 21c Museum Hotel.

Confier (Bentonville) Hyper-local and gluten-free fine dining in an intimate space. Chef-owned.

Leverett Lounge (Fayetteville) Cozy, quirky spot with inventive small plates.

The Preacher’s Son (Bentonville) Upscale American fare in a stunningly restored Gothic church.

Heirloom at The 1907 (Rogers) Ultra-exclusive tasting menu experience with only 20 seats. Chef-led and reservation-only.

Mountain Biking Trails

Coler Mountain Bike Preserve (Bentonville) A must-ride. Features all levels, jump lines, and a coffee shop (Airship) tucked in the woods.

Slaughter Pen Trails (Bentonville) Flow trails, technical sections, wooden features, and art installations.

Back 40 & Little Sugar Trails (Bella Vista) 100+ miles of trail carved through scenic woods and hills.

Fitzgerald Mountain (Springdale) Fast, techy trails and jump lines. More advanced, with a rugged feel.

Mount Kessler (Fayetteville) Raw and natural terrain with rock gardens, scenic overlooks, and tight switchbacks.

Quirky Experiences (Not To Be Missed)

Terra Studios (Fayetteville) A whimsical art park where you can explore enchanted gardens, & funky sculptures.

Quigley’s Castle (Eureka Springs) A bizarre and beautiful castle made of rocks, glass bottles, and plants designed by a woman in the 40’s.

Bucky Ball at Crystal Bridges (Bentonville) Not just art, it is an interactive, glowing geometric structure that you lay inside.

Dickson Street Bookshop (Fayetteville) A maze of floor-to-ceiling books, quirky signs, and literary treasure hunting.

Meteor Guitar Gallery (Bentonville) A restored 1940s movie theater turned vintage guitar shop and performance venue.

Walking Trails

Crystal Bridges Art Trail (Bentonville) Winds through outdoor sculptures, forested paths, and connects to the museum and downtown square.

Lake Fayetteville Trail (Fayetteville) A 5.5-mile loop around the lake with wide, paved paths, & open water views.

Coler Creek Trail (Bentonville) A serene, mostly paved path through woods and creeks with access to Airship Coffee.

Tanyard Creek Nature Trail (Bella Vista) A short, scenic trail with waterfalls, wooden bridges, and wildlife—a favorite for families and nature lovers.

Razorback Greenway (NWA-wide) A 40-mile paved trail system connecting Fayetteville to Bella Vista.