Alison Nation
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Alison Nation

Alison Nation is the Chief Marketing Officer at Visit Bentonville. A native of Oklahoma City, Alison has been a resident of Northwest Arkansas since 2004 and has worked in Bentonville for 16 years. In her three years with Visit Bentonville, she's drawn on years of experience at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and The Momentary, as well as her deep love for the region's art and nature experiences. When she's not at work, you'll find her hiking and swimming in the Ozarks, knitting on her back porch, and baking with her family.

SMX World Championships 2026 in Ridgedale, MO

Rev your engines for the ultimate motocross showdown when the SMX World Championships roar into Thunder Ridge Nature Arena in nearby Ridgedale, Missouri, on September 26, 2026. Just 75 miles and less than a two-hour drive from Thunder Ridge, Bentonville offers the perfect home base for motorsports…

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Celebrating Black History Month in Bentonville

February is Black History Month—a time to honor and celebrate the profound contributions of Black Americans to our nation's story. This year marks a historic milestone: A Century of Black History Commemorations. It's been 100 years since Carter G. Woodson first established this celebration in 1926…

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Club América Golden Clash 2026

On March 28, 2026, Razorback Stadium will host its first-ever international soccer match when two Liga MX powerhouses—Club América and Tigres UANL—face off in the Golden Clash. This historic doubleheader features both women's (2 p.m.) and men's (5 p.m.) matches, bringing world-class fútbol and an…

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2026 Winter Guide

Step into the New Year with an escape to Bentonville, Arkansas. Our mild winters, outstanding museums, and award-winning trails make for an ideal getaway from your winter grind. Here’s your guide to planning a great visit this season: Things To Do Fun for Kids (and all ages): This guide is chock…

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A Presidential Day in Bentonville

Bentonville has been buzzing with news of President Barack Obama's upcoming visit. But this isn't our first time hosting commanders-in-chief—and it certainly won't be the last. Since Crystal Bridges opened in 2011, the museum has welcomed President Bill Clinton, Secretary Hillary Clinton, President…

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Welcome Guide for Ladies In Leather Parade + Rally

Headed to Bentonville for the Ladies in Leather Parade and Rally? We can't wait to welcome you to our wonderful city! Priorities First: Your hotel + surrounds Thank you for booking in Bentonville! We've created a map spotlighting your host hotels and the restaurants you'll find nearby. We couldn't…

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Welcome to Open Call 2025!

Priorities First: Where to Stay! The team at Visit Bentonville is proud to work with city's wonderful hotels to offer special room rates for the your time here. We've compiled a map of our hotels offering special rates for Open Call attendees. Scroll down to see a list by room rate. Browse Your…

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Plan your Best Day at Amazeum

The Scott Family Amazeum is a premier children science museum in Bentonville, Arkansas known to be a hub for fun, creativity, and discovery. Admission to the Amazeum is $14 for adults and kids age 2 and older and free for members and all children under 2. Plan your Amazeum Visit: Get ready…

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